Our Top 5 VIntage Sansui Stereo Receivers. Is It The Same As Yours?

Kevin talks about our favorite Sansui receivers from the golden era. Let us know in the comments if you agree- or dissagree! Thanks!
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[@hippydippy]

I fell down the Sansui rabbit hole about 20 years ago. First one I bought was a 7070. Loved it. Used it for probably a year, then I started buying, selling & trading vintage equipment. Ended up selling the 7070 to my boss & bought an 8080. Then an 8080db. Awhile later I sold them & bought my first 9090db. Since then I've owned 3. Never paid more than $350 for any of them & they all were in Exc condition. Now I'm down to 1 which has been totally restored & sounds amazing. Also have a slew of other Sansui components, but thats a whole other story. The sickness is real.

[@tomtompkins7546]

Are we long lost brothers?

[@haqitman]

The first mind-bending monster stereo setup I ever heard was a G 9000 powering a set of Bose 6.2s. Say what you want about Bose, but that was a full, rich and clear sounding setup that brought life to music in a new way that I'd never heard before. I'm a Pioneer guy, but I remember that intro fondly.

[@bobfortner6940]

I still have my Sansui 7070 from the early '70s, bought in Vietnam after the war ended. Still love it today as much as ever. I had to take it into a shop a couple months ago and spend $400.00 to have it tuned up, but for almost 50 years of blasting away at my ears that was a small price to pay. Good choice for what I needed. I remember almost buying the 9090 as I was still young and thought more power, and more enjoyment, not so, the 7070 was spot on for my ears back then and now.

[@mr.kimber44]

I have a Sansui 4000. The sound quality is great. It's definitely overbuilt and I love it. Sansui made some premium components in the late 60's and throughout the 70's. I had my electronics guy go through it shortly after I bought it and I couldn't be happier. I'll never get rid of it.

[@joepowers3731]

My favorite stereo receiver is my Sansui 2000X I payed $20 dollars for it at a yard sale 30 years ago. It is all original and working perfectly. Will never get rid of it. It just looks and sounds so good.

[@conkretedesign]

Very nice. Had a sansui 2000a & 2000x and got them for free too. The 2000a was long time ago and the x was before the pandemic

[@craigd7738]

Great videos!! I am fortunate to have a very nice 8080 and 7070. Both are just so nice to listen to. I just got my 8080 into my rotation and every single time I listen to it it brings a smile to my face.

[@bb_lz9790]

Man these videos bring back memories of some of the happier parts of my formative years! Thanks for sharing!!! I had a 7070 that I got for Christmas when I was in High School. I seem to recall wanting a Marantz but the Sansui was less expensive. The sales guy also stressed how important the Midrange control was, which I doubt I ever moved from flat... I tried running the 7070 at 4 ohms per channel once and thought that it sounded terrible (tired and not really able to handle it). It did need to be repaired some years ago, some small signal transistor in the preamp, but it wasn't extensive or expensive. I sold it on eBay probably 10 years ago as I'm using a Nikko 7075 that I thought sounded better. Still kickin'!

[@Philth765]

Proud Sansui Eight owner here! Great amp! Excels at everything it does. Gotta say though, I’m a big fan of the tuning dial blackout thing. I love how it looks ominous and dark with only the phono indicator light on. Plus, the incandescent lamps aren’t constantly heating their plastic clips/holders.

[@jpaleas]

The look and sound of Sansui ! Just like you, I remember how impressive those receivers looked when I was a kid ! As an adult I get so nostalgic and at the same time so frustrated that nothing made presently will ever look as cool and beautiful again! Great video and a pleasure to watch, thank you !

[@skylabsaudio]

Thank you so much! Really appreciate it!

[@davidwell686]

I bought a Sansui 4000 a few months ago and love it. Great price, 100 dollars, put my Marantz 2226 back into the closet ever since.

[@DG191145]

G5700, my first real receiver. Bought it new from a dealer in Florida in 1980. Was hooked up to a lot of different speakers through the 80's ... ESS Model 10's, Cerwin Vegas, even a pair of those big Realistic 3 ways with the 12 or 15 inch woofers that Radio Shack would put on sale every so often for by one get one free. I wish i still had the Sansui. It was a little beast. Thanks for the memories.

[@skylabsaudio]

Welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@Poppinwheeeeellllllieeeeez]

Mine is and always has been the Sansui 4000. Perfect size and power. Looks fantastic.

[@ryanbmd7988]

Love your channel and how eloquent you are. Best experience!!!

[@jefffoster3557]

I remember back in 79 when I was shopping for a good receiver seeing and hearing the G line in the audio room of the big appliance store locally. But my money as a teen had to settle on a SA 200. Not terrible, but I made it my aim to get one of those G series as an adult about 20 years ago. Back then, they were still under everyone's radar and I quickly owned 4 G 9000s for a cost of 300 each.....a couple of them were 200, the extra was shipping. Was sold on the looks, especially like you said, the volume knob. And pure dc......or exact replication. Best decision of my life. And you just convinced me that I need to drop some coin on a wooden case.....walnut. Thanks for the vid.

[@Mike_S_Swift]

I was in the AF and TDY to VN first 6 months of 68’ with two teams of cable splicers. On our way back we had a long layover at Yokota AB Japan and one of the SGT’s bought a Sansui 1000 as it was the last of the tube amps and he wanted to get one as he thought they’d be better than the new transistor models. I had a 30 day delay enroute back to the base and when I got to his room in the barracks I heard the most beautiful sounding music ever. That was my first experience with listening to hi fidelity music. Of course he had the speakers turn table and tape reel to reel too. Yes a lot of us bought and brought back stuff from SEA. My last trip to SEA in 70-71 I brought back my stereo system. Only thing left are the speakers and they still rock out. Old Coral BX1200’s.

[@jamesclark7630]

Sansui 4000 was the true big brother to the 2000x. The 4000 is without a doubt the best Sansui receiver I have ever heard. Loudness speaker engaged with tone controls down a hair and you have one of the most electric and holographic solid state receivers for the money. Very tube like.

[@jimbosvidbits6166]

I had a really cool Sansui receiver with a set of cool Kenwood speakers with a cassette deck from way back in the day I bought off a friend who served in USAF in Vietnam and together it all ROCKED!

[@ianaustin4743]

I was just able to pick up a 5700. I grew up with a G5000 next to my bed and have really fond memories of playing with it and exploring music as a pre-teen and teen. Now that I'm in my mid-40s I want to recreate those memories for my kids and this is the PERFECT way to do it. I felt very proud to see my 5700 included in this list!

[@PulledPorkGarage]

Sansui 6500 QR and QRS with all external quad, SQ/QS and cd4 sansui decoders. The QR sounded on dedicated stereo with or without one or two external audiophile stereo or 2 or 4 mono amps even better than the 9090 with or without a stereo or two mono power amps!

[@williamdenton5716]

Dude I've only seen pick #5 so far and this is the best episode EVER !

[@RickyLaRue1]

I had a Sanui 7070 which was an excellent receiver. Sold it and replaced it with a 9090 and love it!

[@stuckinthe60s69]

Bought a Sansui Eight in 1972/73 while on USS Enterprise off Vietnam. Based my decision on specs. This tuner/amp sepc'd out better than any others available to me at the time. Listened to it for years. Gave it to a friend who is STILL listening to it.

[@codyhuber]

Best channel I’ve found In awhile. Regret selling my 9090…for my sake I hope the values of all this stuff comes back down again. It’s amazing how the prices continue to go UP!!!

[@Khill14007]

Sold my 5700 a couple years ago and miss it very much. Still have a low watt G-3500 that makes every speaker I pair with it sound incredible. Great video.

[@skylabsaudio]

That's the worst

[@anthonyhfe6450]

Yes, a bit controversial, but good stuff. My favorites would be the 881 receiver and the 7070 receiver. The 7070 being a lower power version of the 9090. And the 881 was the top of the line receiver in the xx1 family. Just don't ask me to choose between the 881 and the 7070 as that would be a very tough decision. Both of these receivers just put a big smile on my face when I use them. They sound amazing and are both beautiful receivers with great tuner sections and more power than I'll ever need.

[@yokosomike]

The Sansui 1000A is the sweetest sounding receiver for my pick and also one of the nicest designs, clean and no wood or wood veneer.

[@stpierreorama]

Is wood veneer undesirable for you? I love it

[@pupwizard3888]

Great List! I have the Sansui G8000 and I am so glad that it had the normal filter caps. Easily replaced. It is 120w vs 160w but that is PLENTY of power. I had heard the 9090 db board was a problem, but I had no idea it was that bad. I will keep an eye out for a regular 9090......Thanks again for these videos!

[@skylabsaudio]

Thank you, Pup!

[@racerex100]

My dad was stationed in Japan when I was in high school in the late 70’s. I bought an 8900ZDB and it served me well for many years. Wish I still had it…..

[@danwheetman6914]

When you say these are my favorites you can’t be wrong. Thanks, didn’t know much about a couple of the models.

[@skylabsaudio]

Logic and I say you are 100% correct. In the world of "online audio discussion" I can be wrong... very very wrong. ;)

[@cameronkrause4712]

yes, it is crazy and wonderful when u put 2 components together and then you have magic.

[@JohnSmith-ot4ww]

Bought my G 5700 in 1979, paired it with the JBL 4312 studio monitors, loved it then and still loving it now.

[@drunkinmaster1]

I inherited a Sansui 8080 from my father that he purchased in 1975 for $600, one year before i was born. 10 years ago I had the unit completely overhauled with the pots cleaned up, the circuit board ré soldered and all back-lights converted to LED. This thing is epic; I have so many memories of rattling the house when my dad was out of town. Epic sound, especially with the Klipsche KG 5.5 speakers. Super clean and separated.

[@keithrody1477]

Just Picked up and restoring my first Sansui, a little baby 210 at 10wpc but it’s so sweet 👌🏻

[@lawrencehockett8179]

I have the Sansui TU719 and the AU 719. I bought the Tuner, Amp and reverb for $700 new in Iwakuni, Japan while i was with the Marines in 1980. Also had Sansui two way floor speakers. Speakers deteriorated years ago. Reverb is long gone but still have the tuner and amp. Still rockin- always liked Sansui products. Thank you for your channel. Hopefully i can find some Sansui speakers again. Thank you for sharing the video.

[@skylabsaudio]

Thank you!

[@michaelwright1602]

I watched your video this morning and jumped on FB Marketplace... I found a gorgeous Sansui 2000 for sale right down the street for $200. A young man was selling it, he cleaned it up, did a fantastic job in painting the metal case (no wood) and installed LED lights in it and cleaned it up. The interior looked pristine... Very clean on the face plate, it was well cared for, and everything works. Then the sound, it is incredible with my Zu Dirty Weekends. I put my ear up to the speakers, and darn near silent, just a very very slight, minuscule bit of hiss, certainly not audible from where I sit, amazing. And there is no external antenna on this either, just the factory one it came with. I have an antenna ordered. This was a $300 retail receiver at the time, 1967 - 1971, which was quite a bit, I was around back then. It is not as sexy as some of the other models, but sitting here listening to WRCJ out of Detroit, 90.9 FM, a Jazz station, it is pushing all of my buttons. Just incredible sound.

[@9o5east]

Love your list! I love my eight deluxe, but I also love my little 1000x.

[@robdavid3623]

I have the Sansui AU-D9 in excellent condition and Sansui PM C-200 speakers that still sound great. Great video, I am going to get the AU-D9 out the closet and hook it up again. As mentioned I brought the gear in Japan.

[@carloseduardofeijo8982]

Awesome channel Kevin. I love the way you approach the topics on the videos. crossing my fingers here waiting for the top 5 lists of integrated amps from Sansui (I prefer them to receivers just like you). Regards from Brazil.

[@skylabsaudio]

Thank you Carlos! Appreciate it. Hopefully soon!

[@charleswilliams8368]

My G-4700 is being repaired, after years of sitting in a closet. It served me well for a number of years, and am looking forward to growing old with it.

[@larrynielsen8789]

I have the 7070 and I'm always amazed how great it sounds. More power than I'll ever need...

[@26Jorgeb]

Thanks for the very informative video.I have a 7070 and was delighted to hear that you'd pick it over a 9090db.

[@karlb2620]

Hi from England. Brilliant video as always, very informative, I always enjoy them. Vintage gear is great.

[@skylabsaudio]

Glad you like them, Karl! Thank you!

[@michaelmihlo1208]

Great video! My Model Eight made # 3. It's a great receiver. The only bummer is the lights go off in the phono mode. I play albums 95% of the time. Hardly ever have the FM on. But still love it !

[@mikefrazier3826]

I have a Sansui 5500 circa 1974 that I bought from a friend in 1977. I believe this particular receiver was only available through the Navy exchange back in the day. Its built like a tank and still works today.

[@bobliening5783]

I have one too, bought in Germany at the Army PX.

[@spacehopper77]

I have a 2000x in my bedroom and love it’s sound and looks, nice to see it on your list.

[@skylabsaudio]

Perfect bedroom unit. Was my bedroom stereo for many years. Never had to shut it off as I usually kept it on Aux.

[@HighDesertForgeIronworks]

@Star Labs, you're like me... I was an 11 or 12 kid when the son of my father's friend came back from serving in the Navy in Japan. He sold his Sansui 5000A stereo tuner and an ELAC Miracord turntable with a pair of 2-way speakers to my dad. I love it! My dad used it some, probably not as much as my 2 older brothers and I did later in the 70s & early 80s. With those 2-way speakers turned up just past halfway and the front door open you can hear it clearly several houses down the street. I inherited it a few years ago, It hasn't been turned on for at least 20 years, and only a few times back in the '90s. I need new speakers for it but they're hard to find these days. I would love to bring it to you to get it checked out, but I'm in California 😒 too far away. But thanks for this video.

[@roguesquatch1]

I've got a Sansui Eight that I had rebuilt by QRX here in Eugene. It's very nice! I've also got the 2000x and the 9090 but both need to go in for repairs. Sansui is pretty hard to beat.

[@fairaintfair1542]

The early 70's, low watt Sansui! The AU 7500 with Forte III's. Heaven.

[@hectorlepe3520]

Bought sansui 8080 1976 and everything works. Heavy to move but easy to hook-up. Best receiver for me.

[@2wrdr]

Love the comment, "they were buddies", struck a funny chord with me. Audio, especially music, is often difficult to explain with charts, graphs, and specs.

[@garynettles5919]

I have a Sansui 9090 , 7070, G7500, marantz 2325, pioneer sx1010, , onkyo tx6500 plus other equipment that I rotate out of the closet and that G7500 sounds sooo good I also had a custom amplifier switch made so I can have 4 receivers and 4 sets of speakers set up at the same time and I can switch between different receivers and speakers I started collecting 15 years ago when the stuff was so much cheaper to buy. Thanks for the videos Gary from Long Island.

[@nickmrt2670]

Just curious about which of those great receivers you find the best sounding

[@Thomas.fellner]

@@nickmrt2670pioneer SX1010 trust me

[@Old_Sailor85]

Loved my Model 7000 (not G7000). Fully restored, big cap-coupled amp, only got rid of it because because someone was looking for that particular model. Have moved on to separates but that Sansui sounded so nice.

[@American_Composer_Mike_Sopko]

Nice list! My favorite is the AU 9500. Happy New Year.

[@truck9moon100]

Brought back mine from Germany in 1976. Never had the covers off and play it weekly.

[@vineshnaidoo9402]

Excellent vid broer....Being a Sansui freak myself , this vid made Monday morning a little easier 😀...Love my G9700 however not much Sansui here in NZ nevertheless always on the lookout for a 9090...thanks for the inspiring words this morning...take care

[@skylabsaudio]

Thanks, Vinesh! You made MY day!

[@scottygforce]

Dad brought a 4000 back from The Nam - 1971 or so. I have it now in one of my guest rooms.

[@novembaer69]

The 2000 X was my first, too. Bought at a swap market for very little money and still doing well in my garage with SP 5000.

[@isaiahfurrow7414]

I have a 6060 that is still used some in my hobby room... great unit... Thanks for the video...

[@skylabsaudio]

Thanks for watching!

[@ReTex504]

Despite the Eight Deluxe, I own all of the single digit receivers. Even the smallest one out of this series(the Six) is built extremely good and they sound so good and clean

[@bobgoldesberry7740]

You will like this. I have a Pioneer SX737 paired with a set of Sansui SP-X9000 speakers. I have no idea why but they seem to just fit. They just sing paired up. So they will never be separated unless I am out of the picture some day. I am a swapper when it comes to speaks but these just fit. I also have a Marantz 2270 and have two different set of small KEF 103.2 and C40. Same deal. They are together Forever. Still searching or the perfect match on my Marantz 2385, Pioneer SX1080, and the Sansui G7000

[@mikemuir5350]

Have a 661 in very good condition. Purchased a few years ago, all I had to do was clean the pots. Works great and sounds fine. There is stereo reviewer on you tube that has the whole series and raves about them. Like these top 5 videos.

[@skylabsaudio]

Thanks, Mike. Appreciate it

[@williamgreen6729]

A coworker of mine just GAVE me a G971, Europe and Asia only model with black metal faceplate. He was in the USAF and picked it up in Okinawa in 1980 before being sent home. It's the coolest piece of gear I've ever had and sounds tremendous!

[@skylabsaudio]

Love the black faceplates. so cool

[@user-cw1nq1bv2l]

I had a sansui hooked up to 2 small ar bookshelf speakers. Got it up to 1/4 volume and it was awesome!

[@jskobe808]

Man, i wish i could sit with you and have a drink and talk vintage audio equipment.

[@randybarrish1132]

Great videos, I enjoy your perspective very much. I have a Model 8 Deluxe that enjoy very much. It's a true beast and elegant looking also. I also own anTU?AU-317 amp and tuner. I have been very lucky to come across both of these and cherish them very much. Years ago I was a Yamaha person... well like I said "Years Ago", then I saw the light!

[@skylabsaudio]

Thank you, Randy! Those AU/TU sets are incredible. I still love me some Yamaha stuff too.

[@paulinboston]

You provide not only the hobbyist, but the tech point of view. The Sansui 9090db seems to be selling for more than the plain 9090. Came close to pulling the trigger on a Sansui, but never did. Good review

[@skylabsaudio]

Thank you, Paul!

[@terryjones7616]

I had a 9090 in college with Bose 901 speakers. Those were the days. Oh, and also a Bang Olufsen lateral tracking turntable. I graduated with a Music Ed. degree and 'had' to listen to a lot of classical usually recorded by Deutsch Grammophon. All, of course, before pcs and digital. Wow.

[@xminusone1]

I'm an electronic technician and repair audio equipment since the 80's. I've seen pretty much everything and never had a G-22000 or G-33000 on my desk but at that point, you better buy a QSC or a Crown professional amplifier. I have the 9090 and it's a beast. Also the cables on the side are less painful to work with than the tube amplifier with the cables on the underside. Talking about tubes, I also have the Sansui 500A, the 1000A, the SM-24 and the SM-32 but they're not well known since they're so rare. They're excellent. The American and European stuff were better at the time but these were very good too. I had a 881 but I sold it years ago. I will have a G-8000 to do in a month, since many of these have the same circuits except the final amplifier, I assume it will sound very good too The 5050 to 9090 series have the same control and tuner circuits.

[@dennishale4332]

I still have the 2000x I bought new during high school back in the 70s. Excellent FM reception. It drives a pair of sp1500s and mission 70mkii.

[@paw45]

At age 16 in 1979. With money I had earned. I bought my first quality piece of audio equipment. It was a Sansui G3000 stereo receiver. Plus a pair of cheap (Pacific Audio retail store) house brand 3 way speakers, TransAudio. The speakers were el cheapo's. The receiver was probably less than 25wpc. But it did not take much power to fill my little 9'x9' bedroom.

[@dr.jamesolack8504]

Have had Sansui stuff for 50+ years. And after reading every single comment, I’ve determined that there’s really nothing to add that hasn’t already been said. Except I love all of my Sansui stuff! 🎄Happy Holidays, everybody!! 🎄

[@edholmwood]

Another fun video. Keep up the good work. Thx.

[@lylespeed2821]

I just purchased the 1000 x with the sansui rg rx7 equalizer I'm impressed such rich warm sound Bose 501s are the speakers

[@saint6563]

It's great if people want to add to the Top 5; just shows there was a lot of very good Sansui receivers.

[@crmixman]

Love my 9090! I found it at a pawn shop over 10 yrs ago for $125.00. It was in surprisingly good shape, with no lamps out or crusty controls. I probably do need to replace the veneer and give it quick electrical checkup. I might recap it down the road so it'll be good for another 40+ years.

[@Dstrbrdgrnd]

I got one in 1981 from a guy that owed me $600. I really enjoyed that thing for about 6 years then some crackhead stole it to pay his guy but I was able to buy it back for $150. But he had destroyed it, I kept it anyway with intent to get it fixed, then came Hurricane Irma and it went under water for 2 weeks, trashed😢😢😢

[@vinylsolution2522]

Great Videos Sir, I'm learning alot . Just got my dream reciever.. a Sansui G-7500 90 watt. Its gorgeous ..... and Working! Good to know about the DB Sansui's. A 8080 or 9090 is in my list someday. Cheers.

[@powerpressproductions5165]

Man, I love this video. Good stuff!

[@abengyu112751]

love it...SANSUI 9090.....since 1975 -2023 still sounding

[@creed7606]

G5700 yeah yeah!! Bought mine used in mid 80s, have been listening to it daily ever since.

[@vetbcrazy]

I bought the Sansui 3300 with four sp-2500 speakers, and their turntable while serving in Vietnam. They still work great.

[@lanceromance6793]

Good review and brought back good memories. I've owned most of them and some even older Sansui from the tube days I had some Sansui ams/tuner combos, too, and they were outstanding. They all seemed to have a great lower end. The magic started with the excellent transformers, IMO. That may be the reason of the good marriage with your larger Mac speakers. Some of these suffered from protection circuit issues or caustic glue Sansui used on boards. Since they were all built with discrete componentry, repair is fairly easy.

[@skylabsaudio]

Thank you!

[@HandMade715]

He's on point100%

[@solomonstewart1025]

I would include the Sansui 800. Such a great sounding receiver. The fascia is engraved. This could take the place of the 2000x.

[@skylabsaudio]

Fair enough, I wont argue with that at all

[@stpierreorama]

How is it better than the 2000x though? The 800 has less power and no pre-in/min-out.

[@brianmedeiros6845]

Really appreciate the information Thank You!

[@djezembarqmail]

Hi Kevin, love the channel. I’m originally from IA so will definitely stop by the next time I’m back. Have 2 2000X’s & a 9090, plus I’ve worked on an Eight. The 2000X can be jumpered on the selector switch which I’ve done on both of mine and the Eight. Keep it up, & thx for the content.

[@skylabsaudio]

Maybe, I'll do that on mine. On the flip side, I leave all my "daily drivers" on all-the-time so they are good units to use in a bedroom for that reason. Thanks

[@consco3667]

It is a nice shop Dave. Spent a lot of Money with Kevin!

[@michaelbutler2312]

i have the sax200 that is great, especially working so well for an ancient one!

[@janath9118]

Top 5 vintage Sansui Stereo Receivers. I watched your video and thank you for same! I like Sansui model 9090 as the best. I wish I had it.

[@houseontherock3105]

Once again great info and quality video! thanks

[@skylabsaudio]

Thank you!!

[@mikecampbell5856]

My son found an absolutely mint Sansui 5050 a few years ago for me for 75 bucks. Modest power but I love it. I would love to have a high end Sansui because they had an IF narrow wide switch for hard to capture FM stations.

[@skylabsaudio]

5050s are awesome receivers. Congrats

[@damoldcrow]

I'm new to the club (5000A, courtesy of Skylabs) but I'm really happy with my choice. I love the sound, and the walnut and glowing green goodness in my listening space.

[@skylabsaudio]

Hi, Dennis! Those boards have been serviced then =) Those are incredble units once they are safe!

[@kthermistor675]

I agree with you completely on the 9090. Great sound. I like the 771 for best tube-sound quality.

[@AUTISTICLYCAN]

I know you will hate me forever when I say this. I have a Sansui G 9700 and EVERYBODY trashes it. I've had mine professionally repaired and slightly re-engineered to resolve a few safety issues. That said the sound of this 200 WPC beast is stunning. The warm lights the analog \ digital combo is just sweet. This is not my favorite receiver my Pioneer SX-1280 is the BOMB BIGGITY for me. I'm looking into getting a Pioneer SX 1250 and trading away my Sansui G9700 but I love her cause she's a big girl that can blow my windows out and sound good doing it. You collect low watt receivers. I love monster receivers 150 watts and up. Your SX1880 has me beat so you are IT!

[@Cryptoman_5000]

Kevin, your doing a great job. I own and haven't tested all units yet. A Sansui 2000, Six, 871DB, and a 890. I traded away an 8700DB for a McIntosh MAC 1900. I intend to get some older ones just for comparisons. I made the statement about my Marantz 2216 having the best sound is because of the pairing of speakers i'm using. I have Ohm FRS 11's ( tall 43" omindirectional speakers) placed to hear from both sides while under my two desk setup a pair of Yamaha NS 500's to fill the forward space. Ohm's not matching ( 6 and 8). Sansui and several others really are hurt by only two controls bass and treble, it makes it difficult to dial in. The Six is missing the midrange but still sounds like the Seven and Eight and they are all impressive. Using a pair of Fostex TH600's (originally 1200/pair) with e the Six, they're magic even listening to the radio. Keep up the good work , looking forward to more of your videos.

[@skylabsaudio]

Thank you for watching, Cryptoman! Lazer eyes!

[@asmallwhitedog0479]

The cousin of the Eight is the 7000, only sold at military PX stores in the pacific theater. Early 70s. The best receiver Ive ever owned or heard.

[@ispylofu]

Good reviews! My favorite from top to bottom that I owned. G33K, Eight Deluxe, 881, 7070, 8700db, 2000a and 5000X. I don't have the 8700db and 5000X anymore. I was disappointed with the 5000X but its not fully serviced so. The G33k is for sale right now because its just too much for me. Im happy with the little ones I have. Cheers!

[@skylabsaudio]

Send me an email at [e-mail] - I have a customer looking for a 33k. Thanks!

[@garymcaleer6112]

Some things are a match made in Heaven. I have an old G-8000: a gift from a audiophile friend. Pre works. Pwr's out. I Won't get it repaired, but this and some other units you've shared are more beautiful than diamonds, rubies or sapphires. To me the more control switches the better. That's why I like my JVC RX-801V for my iMac 27 as I watch and listen to your videos through Boston 4" bookshelf with Optimus Di-Pole tweeters and a Bose sub.

[@clinthorton306]

The first photo looks like mine - QRX5500. I love this thing.

[@bb57365]

I have the 7070. It was paired with ess speakers. Great receiver.

[@robertwoodward9231]

Yes when Japan jumped into the fray in 69 with the 4000, it is a monster!

[@eversway7540]

I love my 5700. A lot of people are realizing just how good this unit is. I don't know how it stacks up to the larger G series but I have read from someone whos said they prefer it over some of the larger units they owned. I own and have owned a number of sansui units and particular models have different sounds, but this unit is special. i think it has to do with the DC current coming from that power supply and how they spec'ed out the sound-stage coming from that particular model.

[@1ring2rule3pigs]

My first Sansui was a G-4700. Then a Qrx 6001 and an 8080DB. I feel the G-4700 was the perfect unit for modern music WHILE still having the magical "Sansui sound". I've heard from others that the higher watt units from this line sound different than the lower ones. This seems to be a consistent opinion in people who A/B tested them. The Qrx is ALL magic. I'd love a 9001 for the bells and whistles, but again I've heard it sounds different with its greater power, so I'm staying put. To me, the 8080db is Sansui's version of an "audiophile" unit. It doesn't have the same "Sansui sound" as the other 2 units, but the instruments are more defined. Better imaging. Needless to say, I have all 3 currently in use... In the same room! 😂

[@cameronlenocker1766]

Are there any obvious signs of a left or right channel going out on a Sansui 5000X? I'd love to fix it, but don't want to break the bank. Love your videos! Informative and entertaining

[@twofromthetrunk9932]

I bought Sansui receiver in 1975 one year before I got married. It came bundled with a pair of speakers. It was a model 331. I don’t know what model the speakers were. It is still in use today. I have three systems in my house but this is my main set. It plays so well.

[@khaliedi7880]

I have the 331 with GL750 sansui speakers. Came as a bundle originally I think. Sounds amazing with vinyl. Absolutely no noise, deep bass, crystal clear highs. Sounds like honey flowing out of the speakers. The only one of my systems with which I listen to vinyl. Good setup!

[@twofromthetrunk9932]

@@khaliedi7880 you are so right. I’m listening to Springsteen as I type this. Still sounds great to these old ears.

[@chelle12368]

My personal favorite is the Eight! I have had very many Sansuis including the 9090, G-8700DB, Seven and 5000X. It just seems that my Eight does everything right. I do enjoy my 5000X as well. I'm hoping you will make a list of your favorite Sansui AU amps. I am on a kick with those lately. I have quite a few. Thank you so much for this review! I am a Sansui freak for life!

[@skylabsaudio]

Thanks for sharing! Agree, there is just something about a Sui!

[@CapitolForest]

AU for life

[@coreyfellows1945]

Got one for five bucks last summer No joke

[@chelle12368]

@@coreyfellows1945 wow! Deal of the century! I hope you love yours as much as I love mine. I always take all of my vintage audio to the best tech around to get them up to spec. Congrats on that great find!

[@TruthPoliceLegend]

I like my 5000X it's in my big bedroom. Very nice and warm tube like sound.