This Pioneer SX-1080 is an excellent condition with only minor scratches and rubs.
"In 1978, Pioneer brought out the SX-1080. This receiver was rated at 120 watts per channel. There were other specification improvements as well. Total harmonic distortion was reduced from 0.100 % (SX-1050) to 0.05 %, as just one example. Intermodulation distortion was also reduced.
Cosmetically, the greatest change was to the stereo reception and power meters. There were now two power meters, one for each channel, as well as the stereo signal and tuning meters. The meter faces were changed from a white face with black characters to a black face with white characters. This made it easier to read the meters. The toggle switches and push buttons were also changed slightly, but you have to compare the two receivers side by side to catch it.
The price of the SX-1050 remained at $700 for 1977. There was no price increase for the SX-1080 when it came out in 1978, but price finally rose in 1979 to $750." [Silver Pioneer Web-site]
The receiver was thoroughly gone through: the power supply was rebuilt with new capacitors; replacing bad transistors; resistors; trim-pots; over-current detectors; and re-greasing outputs. The protection circuit was rebuilt with better driver transistor and a recap. The tone/control boards, which includes the phono section, were recapped.
Nichicon PW capacitors were used in the power supply.
Nichicon KL capacitors were used in the signal path.
When applicable small value capacitors were replaced with film capacitors.
The two main filter/power capacitors were replaced with Cornell Dubilier 35000uf 80v capacitors.
All controls cleaned with Deoxit and then lubed.
The bias and DC offset were set to spec.
A new set of dial lamp bulbs were installed.
All switches and knobs work and the AM antenna is still attached.
Because the receiver is both heavy and delicate I will be using a professional boxing service to assure it arrives in one piece.
I'm asking
$525 + shipping OBO. I accept Paypal, but the Buyer must pay their 3% fee.
I'm in Austin Texas, and pick ups are welcome.
