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Vintage Amps - Pleasantly surprised

A while back, i was given a non-functional Sansui AU-666, which I recently had restored for sh*ts and giggles. Hooked it up to Rega Aras in my bedroom, using a computer source with a basic NuForce uDac.

Honestly, i was not expecting much out of this combo. However, I am blown away by the sound quality i'm getting out of this extremely modest setup. It shockingly possesses much of the desirable 'audiophile traits' one would typically hope for. I'm not saying it's perfect, but for a 40 year old piece, i'm utterly stunned.

And considering the entire setup cost less than 450 bucks, including stands (excluding computer, but which i had already), i could not have asked for more.

Anyone else with this kind of experience using vintage gear?
loose
corazon
209 posts
 
Catama,

I have a few of the same pieces. Have seen the 17s on ebay alot. Have been thinking about Model 6's. Any thoughts?

Best,

Dave
stewie
182 posts
 
Same experience with my restored Kenwood Supremes, 600 and 700m. Beautiful aesthetically and sonically.
weseixas
519 posts
 
Agree on the sansui stuff and will add , Sony, give there seperates a listen, you will be suprised.

regards,
iraj
1 posts
 
Don't mean to hijack the thread, but I'm using a Nikko Beta 30 preamp while I wait for a new Emotiva I've ordered. My problem is powering the subwoofer. The Beta has two outputs, but the myriad of buttons and labels don't tell me how to get both outputs working at the same time. I'm unable to get any signal to the Krell channel for the subwoofer. Does anyone have a manual for this model, or any suggestions to getting a signal to the subwoofer.

Thanks. IJ
pubul57
3,712 posts
 
03-19-11: Buconero117
HiFiharv, I think your wrong, they have learned something in the past 50 years. What? How to take your money in the name of 'hi-end'

So true, though you can still navigate your way to great sound with new gear without falling into the $$$$ trap.
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