Do I Have Too Many Vintage Receivers?? My Collection.

[@TorontoJon]

I totally understand a collector's addiction to having numerous receivers, amps, turntables, speakers, etc. because as a fellow audio addict myself, I don't just buy audio equipment to play some music or to have a home theatre setup to watch movies; no, I buy vintage gear out of an appreciation for the history of the gear and the amazing design aesthetics and thought that went into all of it.
That's why it's hard to part with gorgeous vintage receivers, etc. because aside from their obvious mechanical function to play music, to me, they are pieces of sculpture and industrial art too. :)

[@hegonefishing9122]

Short answer. 👍 yes

[@stephenforfa2822]

I had a Harmon Kardon 730. Loved it.

[@EdLawless]

Is it possible to have to many? Yes, my solution was to set them up in other people's houses. I gave gear to my brother to use and have a really nice Marantz rack system from 1979 with a Marantz 1152dc integrated amp among others at my parents house. Some of these were impulse buys for sure; but once repaired they are rock solid and seems wasteful to put them on a shelf in my closet. But when you have the opportunity its hard to say no. I still have stacks of things collecting dust. But I have a lot of emotional attachment to many of the pieces I acquire so I get it. I have never lost money on vintage audio; except for a set of tweeters I blew while playing around with an Akia open reel deck. The only time it becomes a problem is when you choose gear over more pressing things in life. I still enjoy all of it; even though its hard to use some of it. Certain pieces make such great conversation starters like interesting EQs or reverb chambers. The thrill is the hunt, just the same as finding that rare record you want in the dollar bin at a local thrift store.

[@henrywerch]

I worked at Sherwood in the mid 60's participating in the move from tubes (parallel matched 7868's) to silicon transistors. Sherwood avoided the pitfalls of other transistor materials. It built its own wave soldering line for boards. Founder and chief engineer Ed Miller was meticulous in supervising the application of the paint to the cream-colored front escutcheons!

[@keithb6717]

Wasn’t it Sherwood that made the early tube Soundcraftsmen amps in the early sixties? I’ve got a 5050 that’s almost done being recapped. Waiting on parts again. 50x2@4ohms.

[@henrywerch]

@@keithb6717 Ed Miller, chief engineer of Sherwood, had previously owned Radio Craftsman. It was absorbed by Chicago's El Rad Electronics, a RF coil winding company that provided the coils for the two company's superior FM performance.

[@DougMen1]

Ed is one of the icons of early hi-fi, like David Hafler, Saul Marantz, Avery Fisher, Sid Harman, Frank Mcintosh, and HH Scott.

[@henrywerch]

@@DougMen1 yes, but unsung. After leaving Chicago, he got 8nto the lucrative car wash business in LA.

[@dehoyosrudolph8885]

Henry, do you still have a few Sherwood products from the days when you worked there? Still in chicago?

[@TorontoJon]

I suppose it is possible to have too many receivers, but I have a sizeable collection too and instead of counting sheep during a restless night, I count my receivers in my head (Marantz, Harman/Kardon, Bang & Olufsen, Akai, Yamaha, Sony, Pioneer, Sansui, Aiwa, Scott, etc.). :)

[@TheDistrict644]

Lol…I do that in my head at times just to keep track. In 20015, I posted 25 to thirty on Craigs, just to purge from 3 storage units. I did that off and on till 2018. Just got a lil worn from the back n forth while purging. I went from 3 units to 1. Now I’m back at 2 and have to start purging again. Collector since 2008.

[@antoniotedesco9431]

Pioneer sx 636.sinto.amplificatore

[@frankluba8747]

As a dedicated frugalphile, I have not yet been able to acquire the Luxman R-117. But one day...

[@TorontoJon]

@@frankluba8747 I have a Luxman RX-101 receiver with its unusual coloured plastic buttons that light up. It's pretty neat and fun. :)

[@BC-ni3sk]

I was stationed in the Air Force in Japan from 1973 to 1975 and wanted to go there for the Audio Equipment. Funny thing is I didn't realize at the age of 19 what I really was in. I was in the Golden Age of audio equipment in Japan and the prices were unbelievably low!!! I watched in the base exchange and on the open Japanese market as Sansui, Teac, Pioneer and so many other brands came through the stores. I never tired of looking and listening to all that great equipment. From what we figured we could buy new equipment in Japan for about 40A% of U.S. pricing. I miss those times.

[@MODAC]

All of you veterans helped to introduce those Japanese brands to North America. Thanks!

[@MrNito414]

I started with smaller receivers and traded and sold my way up the vintage receiver food chain. I now own Sansui 9090db, G9000db, Marantz 2270 and a Pioneer SX1010. They all have their own distinct sound and style and I wouldnt know which to pick if I could only choose one.

Probaly pioneer sx 1010 ı thinq..

[@tjtreinen7381]

Marantz has always been my favorite. My 1060 integrated amp had main-in/pre-out jumpers and i liked the style and the midrange tone control!

[@jakep8484]

Marantz 1060 and 2230 are def on my top 10 vintage favorites, cant go wrong with those.

[@stephen579]

One of my favourite receivers is the JVC R-s7, I have bigger and more powerful models but this one really appeals to me.

[@jakep8484]

Nice collection there, im in my early 30s and got started in vintage audio about 10 years ago. The pioneer sx 750 was the first stereo I bought off of ebay, was under 200 bucks at the time. Now have about 20 vintage stereos, favorites are fisher 400 and pioneer sx 828 and sony 6060. The sx 750 is probably my 4th or 5th favorite now.

[@bobdobalina2931]

A superb video, thank you. I too have become a receiver addict over the last couple of years. It all started when I decided to replicate my late father's hifi system. Over here in England we tended more towards separate amps and tuners rather than receivers. I finally managed to duplicate my dad's system but along the way I had been seduced by the beauty of 70s receivers, in particular Pioneer, Sony, Sansui and Onkyo.
Over here vintage hifi equipment is generally more expensive but I have had a few real bargains. I totally agree with Toronto Jon from the comments section, not only do they give a beautiful, rich sound but they are works of art, beautifully conceived and executed.
Your collection is a feast for the eyes and long may you continue to acquire and rescue these magnificent receivers.
As to your question, this may seem a bit obvious perhaps but I would go for a Pioneer SX-1980 or an SX-1250.
All the very best, Bob.

[@MODAC]

Thanks! Yes a pioneer sx-1980 would be nice, but they command thousands of dollars. I may get lucky and find one at a bargain price. I’m very familiar with British hifi. I lived in 🇬🇧 for 9 years during the 90s.

[@danedewaard8215]

I can't help you much, because my main receiver is a 20 year old Pioneer and my satellite system has 50 year old Dynaco amp / tuner components! I really enjoyed the video!

[@jb678901]

I caught the vintage receiver bug at the start of 2022. At 55, better late than never. In any event, my first foray into vintage land was a Nakamichi SR-2E (made in Japan c.1986...with the STASIS amp design), which I bought off of a local posting (and took the risk of a "sidewalk deal" while in front of the Montreux Casino) for ~US120. Took it home, cleaned it up with forced air and Deoxit/Deoxit Fader. I was told it worked fine and did a visual of the interior before taking the risk of a power on. Not only does this Nakamichi look excellent after a thorough cleaning...it sounds terrific too.
With that bit of luck I caught the bug. Next up was the venerable Pioneer LX-626, which I also found on a local listing in the Valais. Also in fine condition (though the lettering on the ALU panel is a bit faded, the rest is pristine), the audiophile that I purchased this from had quite a collection but had taken this LX-626 in a bundled deal (with a classic Macintosh) and was unloading it. He was quite proud of what looked like a collector's dream on his audio shelf. He was also kind enough to test the LX-626 in front of me. Again, sounded terrific. Took it home, did the cleaning and Deoxit routine...voila. Another winner for ~$180.
Damn bug was not affected by that second purchase, so I pulled the trigger on a pristine Yamaha CR-420...at least it looked pristine in the local listing. For $160 with shipping, I was worried that the packaging would be substandard and/or that the pictures and reality were two different things. Again, scored big. When I managed to unpack this beauty, I wondered exactly how it could possibly be so old. Even the wood cabinet was without a mark. This one was VERY well cared for and looks like it had a professional recap within the last decade. I am using it right now on my office desk to watch a little TH-cam (PC Win10 Pro - FiiO BTA30 Pro (in DAC mode) - CR420 - cabled Tripowin Olina IEM's).
I am done with buying receivers. Speakers next. But then again, maybe an old TUBE receiver might round out this growing collection? This audio-receiver bug is worse than the vintage camera-lens bug.

[@gsilves9423]

I've been collecting since the 1990's when a lot of this equipment was readily available and cheap. I have a few rules: Only buy equipment that is in good functional and cosmetic condition; 2. Only buy equipment that is original i.e. no LED upgrades; 3. Be patient to get the right unit. This may no longer be good advice as the good stuff is getting harder to find; 4. Original boxes, packing material, manuals, warranty cards and even brochures are a major plus. Don't forget to ask for it...you'd be surprised that it doesn't even occur to some sellers that a buyer would want this stuff and sometimes they have it in the basement; 5. Don't be afraid to go for the rare and obscure whenever possible; and finally 6. Don't forget the Bible(s). No real collector can put his collection in the proper historical perspective or maximize potential for future acquisitions if he doesn't also collect vintage HIFI and Stereo Review magazines. It's great to read reviews and advertising of the very equipment you're listening to. More than a few times the experience pointed me toward my next target that I otherwise wouldn't ever even known about. Thanks and God bless!

[@MODAC]

Good advice. I’ll buy a non-functional unit for the right price. I have a guy who can repair them at a reasonable cost. Having a TH-cam channel keeps me looking out for interesting items. I recently bought some nice Zu speakers because I was curious about them and thought I can feature them in the future. Thanks.

[@gold27b]

Great trip down memory lane. I was around buying HiFi gear in the 70s. Just loved the silver panels and weighted tuner dials. Should have mentioned the lights as well. Loved the blue lighting in your favourite M.
But the designers were pushing the power when the technology was still developing. Best to stick to say 40 watts a channel for a ‘70s design. Then everything is sweet.

[@johnhead3431]

I'd like to see an historical flagship from someone like Luxman or a vintage McIntosh as mentioned already. A move to VU meters and heftier engineering will make a nice visual change too.

[@martyjewell5683]

A really swell collection of stereo receivers. I also liked the 1970's Marantz power/sound. I owned a 2252B and it had a good preamp section. Power was robust for my Ohm Acoustics speakers. Cut my hifi teeth in the mid 1970's with a Pioneer SX-434, then an SX-650 and that was an impressive receiver offering two tape loops on a 35wpc unit. Your choices run the gamut from inexpensive (I won't say cheap) budget models to considerably more powerful higher end stuff. An enjoyable video, thanks.

[@josephnavarro3620]

Nice collection! And to answer your question.. No! You should have as many receivers as you want and can afford. Life is short so be a good person and it's okay to find things that you like.

[@stefanegger]

The harman/kardon is the best, I have it too. I had a bad C1345 transistor, but otherwise it is fine. I think the C1345 are known to be a bit flaky, but in general I do not think this unit will give you much trouble. Also the old caps are still pretty okay with those units. You have to be careful with it, love it a bit more and enjoy it. It's not always about money and the value, it is a beautiful and easy to service, small little powerful sounding receiver with excellent design.

[@philshifley4731]

I like your choices. Having a good upgrade path is a nice approach. I do most of my own servicing and like cheap priced machines with problems and avoid machines that have been hacked on. I'm currently finishing up on that Yamaha you have. I had the Sansui 661 and wished I would have kept it for my work office. Good videos! Keep them coming.

[@ScottGrammer]

Too many vintage receivers? Now that's just silly.

[@jmad627]

It’s like having too many vinyl LPs.

[@AudiophileTommy]

Too many is just a starting point 🙃

[@andrewforsythe7240]

Very nice collection. I understand the addiction. Thanks for the tour !!

[@timcoker1428]

I had so much vintage audio equipment in my spare bedroom, I could barely open the door. In the early 2000s I started buying up all the vintage electronics I could find at our local goodwills and flea markets. I can't even count how much gear I had the past few years. Right now as I speak, I have eight vintage Sansui receivers, six vintage pioneer receivers and one Onkyo receiver. I have 15 pair of vintage speakers, from JBL to Sansui. 20 years ago, you could get this stuff for free basically as people got suckered into the surround sound systems.

[@dwgwnr1969]

U looking to get rid of any speakers?

[@petenamlook18]

Well, I would certainly sell a few to at least partially help in funding a vintage McIntosh piece. I would love to have one of those one day.

[@JacobFrey]

That's the first thing I thought of.

[@lawrenceleung4354]

I feel more comfortable with Mclntosh. I am lucky enough to have 2 Mclntosh receivers and a marantz 2230. But I prefer the Mclntosh!

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

I sold many of the receivers in the 70's......thanks for the memories.

[@petergollnow1249]

Another informative and entertaining video! Some years ago I was fortunate to find a used Tandberg receiver, from Norway, model TR-2075 mk2, from the late 70's. I had it for over 20 years and just loved it. These Tandberg units had excellent specs and their strongest point was the sound. They were very expensive in their day! Don't quote me on this but I believe Tandberg were the original developers of commercially available toroidal transformers, and the TR-2075 had a whopper of a toroidal inside - I've not seen another one in a late 70's product. I had to do numerous fixes over the years - dry joints, capacitors, and tricky surgery on the volume pot. But it was still going strong when I sold it in 2016. Tandberg products are extremely rare these days!

[@TheKtownhustler]

I own a Sherwood 7500 and believe it or not the power/ volume pot is not broken! 😃

[@litesaber54yi3]

I picked up an 881 from a family friend for 50 bucks last year and picked up a TA2A on the side of the road 2 months ago. It's so crazy that u just showed the sx750! I found one and a sister 450 at a local salvation army for 40 all in. U have a great collection!

[@ericsmith5540]

Love your collection! I too have purchased three vintage Sherwood receivers. Very good sound.

[@garysvinyldungeon2764]

I have the SX 750 in my Bedroom and the sx 3800 in my listening room the 3800 sounds fantastic playing vinyl

[@MODAC]

You can relate. Thx

[@neps4th]

I have a few Nakamichi "Stasis" receivers. My every-day favorite is the SR-4a. I have found these very smooth, warm and holographic driving my UB52's or Q350's. They sound so good that much of the time my Freya+ and twin Aegirs are left off. By the way, I have an "extra" SR-3A that could be adopted to a good home. Nils

[@robertfair1770]

I have a SX 980 Pioneer receiver that I got at a garage sale for $20 bucks. Also I found a Marantz 2270 in great shape other then needing a cleaning and some new lights for $100 bucks w/ the Walnut case. Both are amazing to listen to and of course too look at!!

[@donnabrowndecatur58]

Enjoy Your videos very much, n funny, I have 2 many receivers 2 Hello from San Francisco n soon moving back to Mexico after 40 years. I’m going to need few trips just to bring all my stuff Cheers

[@davidhill7055]

Vintage McIntosh is a good choice to buy. With the big VU meters. Amp + preamp. Super cool and nostalgic. I am about you same age. I went from a Sherwood 60 watt per channel receiver in 1974 or So. Later in the early 1980s bought Hafler DH 500 250 watt/channel amp. It was in skit form which I soldered together my self at my kitchen table. I did the same for the Halfler pre amp. Later I sold the preamp and bought an Audio by Van Alstine tube pre-amp to go with the DH 500. That suited me for many years before I retired them to my storage room. In 2009 I decided to take a leap into the world of McIntosh. I bought the MC402 solid state amp. 400 watts per channel and weighing in at 110 pounds. The C46 preamp featuring 8 tone controls, the McIntosh MR88 AM/FM/XM tuner and the MCD301 CD/SACD player. They reside in m

[@davidhill7055]

(Continued). My 2 channel system. With my 2 Audio Control C131, 30 band L&R graphic equalizers and their matching R130 real time analyzer with pink noise generator. Audio Control at the time was made in Washington state. I bought these in 1998. All this is powered and protected by Furman Elite 15 DMi power conditioner. About 5 years later (2014) I added an Emotiva XDA-2 to the system. This provides a USB-DAC. I use a MaBook Air as my music server for Apple Music. All these components match visually. All full size. A few rack mountable. All basic black with the sexy blue led lighting. And Mostly made in America. At 67 y.o. I don’t think I’ll be doing any more upgrades.

[@jamesbennett1634]

There is something special about the styling of the 330c. The proportions and simplicity even give it a slight styling edge over the 430 and 730 in my opinion. To clean the vinyl clad metal case of those HK's, first wash it with a very soft bristled brush and Murphy's oil soap. Then apply Armor All. Worked well for me.

[@tomhamilton6377]

Hard to believe you Recently picked up an SX-750 for $30. NICE BUY!

[@MODAC]

Yes it was!

[@Audiorevue]

oh man it's interesting how your taste and what you have is exactly where my taste have went when it comes to vintage receivers. I currently have and enjoy a fully restored Marantz 2230 but my favorite receiver I've ever had was the Yamaha CR 1020, the little brother to the 2020 that you have. it was just a beautiful sounding wonderfully functioning amplifier, and it's a shame because it was something that I really really enjoyed but ultimately I sold off because somebody offered me a great price on it. And it's one of my few regrets when it comes to vintage audio, if you ever have the chance to pick up one don't let it slip by and certainly don't overlook it. they do have more of a neutral sound than the Marantz or pioneers do but the one thing that I love about that aspect is in my opinion they pair better with a wider range of speakers then the Marantz or pioneer. Plus you get this wonderful sense of the music that you're listening to is exactly the way it was meant to be heard and not colored or adulterated.
I've heard a few Harman kardon pieces of the vintage you show here that and I agree, sound fantastic, no I've never had the opportunity to own one.
I've always heard good things about nakamichi receivers and amplifiers but also have never had the opportunity to listen to one.
I've always been a big fan of Kenwood but over the last 5 years the prices have gone through the roof and also you have this scenario that seems to be coming up that I've noticed that a lot of the pieces that you find for sale are for parts or repair. it seems like what they did back in 75 or so has finally come to fruition, in the sense that they use cheaper parts and it's finally coming back to bite them. if you look at a comparable pioneer or marantz of the time you know almost three quarters of those units are still functioning however there ain't many of those Kenwood still working. And in my opinion it's a double shame because when fully operational they are beautiful sounding units and it really doesn't matter which one you get I hadn't really heard a bad Kenwood or let's say a Kenwood I didn't like.

[@bpalpha]

Some crazy good vintage separates? Classic Adcom or Carver stereo amp and pre-amp. I would only sell the ones that are on the fritz. Nice collection. KEEP THE YAMAHA!

[@aworminmybook8234]

Yup. Get a carver preamp and power amp. Budget for refurbishment.

[@chdjhns]

I just bought a Yamaha Ca 2010 off Craigslist a couple weeks ago for $110. I did the same thing with the restore-a-finish and feed and wax. I also cleaned inside a bit and used some Deoxit where I could reach. It sounds great and looks great. I hooked it up in my living room with a pair of JBL 4312's I haven't used for a couple of years

[@MODAC]

That is awesome!

[@chdjhns]

I thought so considering I've seen them on eBay for over $1000

[@randybarrish1132]

Just my 2 cents... If you have never owned a Kenwood KR receiver from the mid '70s these are right up there with the ones you own. Great warm sound and if you still listen to fm the tuners are amongst the best. What a great hobby.

[@dwgwnr1969]

Totally agree..I have a kr-6340 that is just a heavy monster

[@briancullen8506]

Hi Dave, I like vintage sound also. If one of your receivers have pull out metal jumpers on the back that will allow you to use just the receiver's preamp to connect to a different power amp...... you might try connecting to a Crown XLS 2502 class D stereo power amp. At $689 the Crown amp's power is rated at 440W per channel @ 8ohms. The Crown class D amplifier is not harsh sounding in any way. All that power just brings out more musical details in the music without getting into sonic trouble if you know what I mean. See the Zero Fidelity channel review of this amp if you wish. You can use banana connector speaker cable with this amp by pulling out the center black or red plastic plugs on the amp's speaker binding posts. Thanks for your channel!

[@MODAC]

I have done that. The Nakamichis make nice preamps. I've also used the bigger Nak as just a power amp. Not sure I need the wattage of a Crown. Thanks.

[@Dave30867]

I started a few years back collecting old marantz recievers and tape decks among other recievers and speakers but i had no room for all of the old stuff and just sold them all and now i have a modern system $10,000 system i use everyday and night im much happier without the old components i wasnt listening to anyway .

[@benlopez4788]

I have one of those pioneer sx- 3800 just like yours. Sometimes when I notice a channel volume inbalance I toggle one of the 4 switches in the middle until both channels have same volume output. Works all the time for me. Yes, phono does sounds great

[@TheAirConditionerGuy]

That Yamaha is beautiful!! I was looking into them before I got a an offer I couldnt refuse in a Marantz 4300.

[@Techrewinds]

Wow that’s a huge collection! 😍 I been collections from eBay thirt storage garage sells for over 10 years

[@stevezeidman7224]

Don’t sell any from the ‘70s. They cannot be replaced. I have some similar gear. I’ve purchased a Sansui 5000 (1970) 55 wpc, Sherwood 7100-a (1970), Nikko 6065 (1975 my youth). I also have McIntosh separates. I love all of them. They are irreplaceable. The guy I bought my Sherwood from replaced the power button with a new button. I’d love to get a Pioneer but I think I’ve missed out. They are beautiful. They are off the charts expensive now.
If you want nice vintage separates or integrated amps, I can recommend McIntosh. You can certainly find great looking, great sounding gear. If you want meters on the power amp, it will cost a little more.

[@ItsaRomethingeveryday]

In all honesty,, having lots of vintage receivers is right up my alley, and I won't part with a single one at any dollar amount

[@jr1479]

I too have the collection bug. My Scott 370R is the current favorite. 60W, 4 meters and
the midrange control. Just got my original owner Sansui 7070 back from service and
thought it might sound better. They couldn't be more equal. I've been on the hunt for
Scott 380R or 390R. Very rare it seems. Sell some lower watt units to fund next find.

[@joeygsaudiochannel3972]

Regardless of my comments last night. I still liked the Video.

[@MODAC]

Glad to hear it. Has it softened your stance against vintage receivers?

[@joeygsaudiochannel3972]

@@MODAC Nah…but so long as you Guys are having fun. That’s the main thing. It’s like my 53 year old Bose 901’s. They sound amazing to me once they are setup in the room correctly along with a miniDSP and the proper EQ curve tweaked slightly to the room they are in.
Vintage is fun and there are so many Vintage Amps and Preamps from back in the day that sound as good as what’s out there today. Vintage Speakers (eg. the KEF’s I had) are fun but become an expensive rabbit hole if you’re not careful.
My 901’s were a cheap buy. But once I saw their potential, in I went.

[@insolentstickleback3266]

Sell the 330 C to me, I have a 230 B, and a 730, love the sound of these HK units.

[@MODAC]

Sure. How much are you offering?

[@jackvan8125]

I LOVED my Yamaha CR 820 and I miss it terribly

[@zulumax1]

Had a Yamaha RX-1100U that was 125wpc and had the best sounding phono preamp I have heard in a receiver for a built in unit. Black series with the red leds.

[@wallyandellen5099]

Lovely video, from someone starting out in vintage audio equipment.

[@troyboy2050]

Getting hard to find tech , parts to refurbish my Pioneer SX-1280 ! Love vintage Pioneer, Sansui . Marantz are nice too !

[@dnate697]

Honestly, I don't give a Flip how it looks and the 2270 make ANY speaker connected it sound great! Speaker from Electro Voice, Optimus Mach Ones, HPM-100 and 150, Klipsch Bells and Corner Horns, Mags, JBL, AR-9, Cerwin Vega AT-15, and almost too many to mention as they took it around the Barracks connecting it. It even Killed connect to Bose 901's with the Bose Amp/etc.

[@jmad627]

Nothing against the Marantz, I heard them and liked them in the past, but I always preferred Pioneer. I bought a SX 780 recently and love it. Unfortunately for me it didn’t cost me $30. More like $450. This is what appears to be to going rate for them now. Aside from curiosity, the reason I bought it was that I noticed they’re going up in value. So I pulled the trigger and got it. Very happy and grateful that I did. Now I need to either have the automatic turntable I have now, Pioneer PL 400, serviced it plays but there are things i don’t like, or get rid of it and look for something else.
I think you should get the Pioneer SX 1250, or 1980.

[@merledoughty5787]

I was informed that wd40 works well when you have a scratching dash pot, I use electraclean which dries the mechanism so just a small drop of wd40 where the knob is not in the pot. I use avery small fine hypodermis needle the ones used for insulin. love your recievers I have a few, some given to me, my best is my Akai AA1020Db which has to go away for repairs. The technician I spoke with when tellinh him I was going to throw it away said don,t these are great units. I picked up a tuner and amp Pioneer set from the dump it had been placed on a drum i took it and it goes very nicely , love this older gear and thanks for your post

[@ewoutbuhler5217]

Yes WD40, but not the normal, that's just for mechanics. The WD40 Specialist Contact Spray is great, supposedly leaves no residu so you don't have to do it al aver again within months.

[@TheDecguy]

Receivers, why do I still have all these receivers? In the area where I live, South Florida, there aren’t any radio stations that play music that I listen to. Sure there is NPR to listen to but not for music. For that I have a few tivoli’s throughout the house. So why don’t I just get a power amp or integrated amp? Well of course I have also gotten more than my share of them. So the answer is an answer that only a few of
‘us” would understand. I just like these old receivers even if I never use the tuner sections. I like the way they look, I like the way they sound, I like ...... well you know already.

[@zacharyo1888]

I would go for the SX-1250 if you want something huge and high end, but not SX-1980 money. Especially since you like your SX-750. Keep the Sansui 881 and Marantz 2270. I have the 2240, 221, and SX-850. And 330c. Those four make up my 70’s collection. I’d like an 881 or 9090db yet.

[@craigd7738]

Loved your video man. I too have a vintage audio addiction lol

[@madtater5948]

like your videos from a guy that has close to 75 receivers I think you're good you don't have too many receivers

[@arielgonzalezguerra6725]

Hi my name is Ariel, I'm from Ensenada Mexico, I watch your videos and I ejoy them, I have been collecting vintage equipment and vintage spaekers for a little more than 2 years (same as you) I have similar brands like you, I even have several Harman Kardon 330 and 330B and 330C, the only one I do not have is the 330A. You have the 330C I belive.
I have a Sansui 8080, Sansui 2000X.
Several Pionners SX 550, SX650, SA 5800, SA 9500 II, a tunner TX 9500 II, cassette deck CT F2121
Concept 4.5 & Concept 5.5
Calibre 240
TransAudio 6400
MCS 3233
I Have several older ones
Fisher 250
Altec 711B
Kenwood KR 4140.
I heve several vintage spekers
Several turn tables
1 pre amp (phase linear 4000)
2 power amps (Sansui B2101 200 watts per chanel @ 8 ohms & Peavey clasic series 60/60 (tube amp.)
I have a reel to reel tascam 32
Panasonic 8 track player
And several other gear.

[@MODAC]

I would like one of the bigger HK receivers like the 730. Tienes una colección increíble. Muchas gracias.

[@arielgonzalezguerra6725]

@@MODAC yes bigger Harman Kardon are niceier but no as easy to find in my area, I'm like you, I look in local flea market, Facebook market place, looking for good deals. Most of the vintage equipment I have has been a good deal, I never purchase in ebay, prices in e bay are quite high.

[@chuckfinley5206]

You have several I have. I have a source that gives me free electronics. And sometimes I buy one from Goodwill. And yes you have to walk through my house sideways at various places. I have over 300 audio receivers and decks. May take on making new cabinets for some of what I have. Show it off on TH-cam also.
I don't have any hooked up. Just eye candy at the time. Old stuff is just cool.

[@tomharry7614]

Liked your video! Used to have a Pioneer sx-3700. If you ever want to sell the Sansui 881...

[@AUTISTICLYCAN]

My whole collection...
1. Hitachi SR-2004
2. Onkyo TX 8500 MKII
3. Marantz 2330B
4. Sansui G-9700
5. Pioneer SX-1050
6. Pioneer SX-1080
7. Pioneer SX-1250
8. Pioneer SX-1280
9. Pioneer SX-1980
OTHER STUFF
A. 4 CD Players
B. 10 Cassette Recorders
C. 4 turntables.
D. 4 Reel to Reel Tape Decks.
E. 9 Audio Spacial Expanders
F. 4 AKAI Computerized Equalizers.
Many value priced speakers.
Harmon Kardon's are money pits!

[@darrelllynch7816]

Stay with Maranrz the king of stereo.

[@tomkershaw4384]

No, no you do not, nor do you have too many ears. thanks for the great content.

[@brit-in-czech]

Enjoyed this! Why not try something off the beaten track? Something no other audiophile / hifi enthusiast would touch with a bargepole, like a Russian made receiver (if you can get hold of one). Here in the Czech Republic I have recently learned about an old Czechoslovakian brand called Tesla. The local classifieds are littered with examples of receivers, cassette decks and speakers for sale from the 60's, 70's and 80's by Tesla. I am very satisfied with my Pioneer SX-440, but I am drawn to buying one of these former Soviet Union pieces of gear out of sheer curiosity. They look cool and vintage too. Just an idea for you as well seeing as you asked.

[@MODAC]

I believe it would be very difficult to find a Cold War era, Eastern European audio component in North America. Also the voltage requirements would not be compatible. Interesting idea though. Thanks for your comment.

[@johnnyhawkins43]

I use to have too many but now I don't have enough I only have a Pioneer SX880 and a Yamaha newer black one and THATS all I have i no where I might be able to get a Marantx but I will have to check on it I really want another Sansui !

[@michaellevon2744]

No you don't. You can never have too many anything made by Marantz. My prize possession is my Rotel RX-2001 bought brand new in 1979. Have had it serviced twice the last time being April of this year. Mint condition. Will pass down to my son.

[@drewbjorke9839]

Dave I enjoy your videos. You can't have too much gear or beer. The only thing that can stop you is your wallet. I collect a lot of stuff too but more in the mid-range 40 watt per channel kind of stuff. Right now I'm listening to an old Scott 341 Stereo Master which is the best thing I've heard in a long time. I see that you went to art School in Philadelphia in the late '70s and early '80s. I went to Hussian School of Art which was at 13th in Arch, across from Dr. Johnson's therapeutical sexual aid store (13&Arch). Maybe we had crossed paths at Dirty Frank's or some other nefarious place at some time. Keep up the good work.

[@cnhhnc]

Very nice Yamaha! I have an older lower power CR-800 that does a good job powering some RSL 40 that look a lot like Marantz Imperial 7s? JBL clones, kinda.
I also have the Marantz 2265 which is in almost Mint condition. A Pioneer SX 3900 fluoroscan, a Sansui integrated AU-517, and a Harman Kardon HK 730 twin power, and its little brother the 430 which sounds phenomenal on a pair of Dynaco A25s!
I see some Polk Monitors in one of your shots. M7s or M10? I find that the Monitor 10s sound great on Marantz receivers! OK, Monitor 10As. A wonderful model!
Sherwood? Sure, an S-7210. Nice sound, nice tuner!
Nice collection!
Enjoy!

[@tomlindalewis2146]

I have a similar problem!
Really enjoy your videos.

[@JD-lk7im]

Hi Dave, I would sell them all, bar one, then seeing as you're in the good ol USA, look for an all tube receiver such as The Fisher 500c. A real sound investment. Get one that doesn't have holes drilled in it. 🕳 BTW... Some line cord mains switches are only 3 amps max switched rating on one pole!!

[@mumbles552]

Oh man, I cringed a 5:20 when you were introducing the big Yamaha receiver. The first rule around amps or receivers is to never power them up without the speakers or a dummy load hooked up to the speaker terminals and the volume turned down. Doing so is extremely hard on them and will damage the internal components requiring another visit to Jim. That said, you have a great collection of gear with lots of variety! Sweet!

[@MODAC]

I’ve only heard that is an issue with some tube amps, not solid state.

[@mjg263]

@@MODACcorrect, solid state amps don’t care about a load. The only exception would be very old solid state car radios with output transformers.

[@brainache555]

Too many? nah... if you got somewhere to store them its all good :) Each of these gems deserves a video on their own.

[@briancullen8506]

Hi Dave, I have a SAE Two A7 integrated amp. I disconnected the rear panel heavy junk metal "C" shaped preamp/amp jumper pins and replaced them with two DIY pure silver 3.25mm OD hollow tube jumper pins. I bought a straight silver 12"hollow 3.25mm OD tube from Rio Grande company online for about $11. I carefully measured, cut, and bent the soft silver tube into two "C" shaped jumper pins that were the size of the original junk metal ones to fit into the amp/preamp jacks on the A7. I had enough silver tube left over to make jumpers for my Magnepan MMG speakers and eliminate the cheap metal ones provided. Pure Silver conducts electricity faster than the cheap jumper pins provided on the A7 because there is less electrical resistance in Silver. The A7 sounds cleaner, faster, powerful, and more transparent with this simple mod. Not bad for 11 bucks. All the best to you!

[@calummacintosh360]

Oooooh! What to get next if you sell some of your current vintage receiver collection? It will have to be a receiver and it will have to be vintage. I guess it should compliment the Linn Sondek LP12. I would like to see some objective analysis of a vintage McIntosh receiver when compared against your current collection. Most significantly, is McIntosh equipment really worth such a significant increase in investment? Many thanks, Calum

[@ToucanF-16]

I suggest getting a monster receiver like a Sansui G9000!

[@brianhammer5107]

Yes. You should send three of them to me.

[@MODAC]

Sold most of them. Thanks.

[@tonyfoo7204]

I like your all set ! 👍👍👌

[@sleepymotion7011]

To me, you are adorable collector for music iover, as long as you could have time enjoy with the sound equipments produce, it worth keeping them, each vintage style of sounds is unique.

[@milkosotomayor111]

The Marantz 2600.

[@zulumax1]

Was not much of a receiver person myself, I liked integrated amps with separate tuners, then I started into bigger power amplifier preamp combos. Kenwood 700M, Nakamichi PA5 mk II (150 wpc), Onkyo M504. Try a Nakamichi PA7, CA7 setup, stasis, Nelson Pass design and 200wpc.

[@donny303]

Nice stack! Definitely grab a Luxman if you ever have the chance.

[@MODAC]

I have a Luxman L-430 integrated amp.

[@TJHPlate]

Wonderful !!!!
Does anybody know the brand Cybernet from the eighties? I own the Cybernet 110 (black)

[@mikecelent2015]

One small correction..the HK 330C was introduced in 1976, not 1974....the older B model had different cosmetics

[@daniellee7178]

I LOVE my harman kardon 730 unfortunately the fm tuner doesn't work but I don't listen the the radio so I'm not too upset.

[@len9518]

Confirmation bias, is very powerful. I'm referring to your comments on warm and cold sounding. Too bad, we can't double blind this. All these receivers, if working properly, and within their power ratings, should sound identical, IF they are volume matched too within 0.1dB. Even the brand name will affect your opinion. I remain a subscriber.

[@MODAC]

I respectfully disagree with you. Thanks for remaining a subscriber.

[@sampahtetapsam21]

Sansui is King when come to receiver

[@stephenstevens6573]

Be a tough csll...those are awfully nice receivers...you have some doubles, you have one thats more trouble than its worth. Purge a little....buy a GOOD tube amp...roll some tubes...play with the fat tube sound of the late 60s and 70s...maybe some vintage high end speakers....play, experiment, learn...it can last a lifetime.

[@dnate697]

Oh and My Harmon Kardon 730 was after 3.5 years old when I killed one of its Amps with a faulty speaker. I can only wish I knew how to fix it:(🥺

[@rotaxtwin]

Thing is they stack nicely. Problem solved!

[@QoraxAudio]

The Pioneers and Yamaha definitely look the nicest.
However, those Marantz go for quite some money nowadays...
But you should sell all of those and use the money for a modern Yamaha A-S1200 or Technics SU-G700.

[@MODAC]

Thinking about it.

[@QoraxAudio]

@@MODAC Tarun from "british audiophile" has a nice review of the Yamaha A-S1200:
th-cam.com/video/lAckBZsaZmM/w-d-xo.html

[@megahwang4949]

Non.switching amp inside the Pioneer receiver? Were there switching amplifiers (Class D?) built into receivers at that time?

[@johnnyspann1710]

I average between 6 and 10 usually but the ones I will never sell are the Magnavox 1500 which I own three. always looking for another one.

[@MrPompanoman]

I have a sansui 8080 it needs the pot for tape selector I broke it off I have the knob it works great but needs recapping.

[@passqualecaiazza7728]

I own three receivers and 10 turntables. Their is a forth, but is for the TV. I figure you own have to many when you do not use them. I use mine all the time to play the over 2000 records I own. Same thing for the records, I play them all.

[@DougMen1]

I'm surprised that you don't have anything from the other iconic Japanese brands from the 70s, Technics, JVC, and my two favorites, Kenwood, and the creme de la creme, Luxman, like their R1040 or 1050.

[@ilyasontube]

Thanks for the cool reviews. How about Sansui Eight (Delux)? I would also like to see something from Luxman like R1120, R1050, R117 or the L-10. Do you also have some tube equipment? Maybe something like Fisher 500-C would be interesting. Or combining a tube preamp with the amp part of your 2270 or other receivers. I have also seen some posts about Marantz 2325 (not B), seems like people liking it a lot.

[@MODAC]

Thanks for the suggestions. You can help me pay for all of those by signing up for my Patreon: Patreon.com/myowndevices