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PIONEER RECEIVERS: Which One Do I Keep?
For a few months now, I have been using a vintage Pioneer SX-780 receiver in pristine condition. I have really enjoyed using this receiver and really like its excellent, warm sound for both analog and digital sources. But now fate has smiled upon me and I have just discovered a vintage Pioneer SX-750, also in pristine condition. I will keep one of these receivers and sell the other one. But my question is: Which one should I keep? I thought I would ask some of you kind people, since it is very possible that you know some details about these receivers, technical or otherwise, that I might not know. I understand that the power amplifier section is slightly different between the two models. What is the difference? Does the difference matter, either in sound quality or longevity? I must admit that I haven't listened extensively to either one of these receivers, and I certainly haven't made a "head-to-head" comparison, but I will say that they both look and sound fantastic. Which one would you keep and why? Many thanks in advance..... |
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PIONEER RECEIVERS: Which One Do I Keep?
On May 3, 8:59�am, EADGBE wrote:
For a few months now, I have been using a vintage Pioneer SX-780 receiver in pristine condition. �I have really enjoyed using this receiver and really like its excellent, warm sound for both analog and digital sources. But now fate has smiled upon me and I have just discovered a vintage Pioneer SX-750, also in pristine condition. I will keep one of these receivers and sell the other one. But my question is: Which one should I keep? I thought I would ask some of you kind people, since it is very possible that you know some details about these receivers, technical or otherwise, that I might not know. I understand that the power amplifier section is slightly different between the two models. �What is the difference? �Does the difference matter, either in sound quality or longevity? I must admit that I haven't listened extensively to either one of these receivers, and I certainly haven't made a "head-to-head" comparison, but I will say that they both look and sound fantastic. Which one would you keep and why? Many thanks in advance..... want another classic, see below http://cgi.ebay.com/Pioneer-SX-1250-...QQcmdZViewItem |
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PIONEER RECEIVERS: Which One Do I Keep?
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, EADGBE wrote: For a few months now, I have been using a vintage Pioneer SX-780 receiver in pristine condition. I have really enjoyed using this receiver and really like its excellent, warm sound for both analog and digital sources. But now fate has smiled upon me and I have just discovered a vintage Pioneer SX-750, also in pristine condition. I will keep one of these receivers and sell the other one. But my question is: Which one should I keep? I thought I would ask some of you kind people, since it is very possible that you know some details about these receivers, technical or otherwise, that I might not know. I understand that the power amplifier section is slightly different between the two models. What is the difference? Does the difference matter, either in sound quality or longevity? What a great problem to have. The 750 uses individual transistors for the amplifier, while I recall the 780 using IC modules. Silver snobs don't like IC chips, even the analog ones. Some say the 750 style output design should sound better, but I suspect that both will sound very good on normal inputs like FM, tape, and CDs. -john- -- ================================================== ==================== John A. Weeks III * * * * * 612-720-2854 * * * * * Newave Communications * * * * * * * * * * * * http://www.johnweeks.com ================================================== ==================== |
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PIONEER RECEIVERS: Which One Do I Keep?
"John A. Weeks III" wrote in message ... In article , EADGBE wrote: For a few months now, I have been using a vintage Pioneer SX-780 receiver in pristine condition. I have really enjoyed using this receiver and really like its excellent, warm sound for both analog and digital sources. But now fate has smiled upon me and I have just discovered a vintage Pioneer SX-750, also in pristine condition. I will keep one of these receivers and sell the other one. But my question is: Which one should I keep? I thought I would ask some of you kind people, since it is very possible that you know some details about these receivers, technical or otherwise, that I might not know. I understand that the power amplifier section is slightly different between the two models. What is the difference? Does the difference matter, either in sound quality or longevity? What a great problem to have. The 750 uses individual transistors for the amplifier, while I recall the 780 using IC modules. Silver snobs don't like IC chips, even the analog ones. Some say the 750 style output design should sound better, but I suspect that both will sound very good on normal inputs like FM, tape, and CDs. -john- -- ================================================== ==================== John A. Weeks III 612-720-2854 Newave Communications http://www.johnweeks.com ================================================== ==================== The SX-750 also uses STK0050 output devices. Changes out many of them. Mark Z. |
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PIONEER RECEIVERS: Which One Do I Keep?
Ï "John A. Weeks III" Ýãñáøå óôï ìÞíõìá ... In article , EADGBE wrote: For a few months now, I have been using a vintage Pioneer SX-780 receiver in pristine condition. I have really enjoyed using this receiver and really like its excellent, warm sound for both analog and digital sources. But now fate has smiled upon me and I have just discovered a vintage Pioneer SX-750, also in pristine condition. I will keep one of these receivers and sell the other one. But my question is: Which one should I keep? I thought I would ask some of you kind people, since it is very possible that you know some details about these receivers, technical or otherwise, that I might not know. I understand that the power amplifier section is slightly different between the two models. What is the difference? Does the difference matter, either in sound quality or longevity? What a great problem to have. The 750 uses individual transistors for the amplifier, while I recall the 780 using IC modules. Silver snobs don't like IC chips, even the analog ones. Some say the 750 style output design should sound better, but I suspect that both will sound very good on normal inputs like FM, tape, and CDs. -john- -- What would you say if I told you I am listening to a couple of records every Sunday? I have a Philips turntable with built-in pre amp which is connected to the game line in of my boom box:_) -- Tzortzakakis Dimitrios major in electrical engineering mechanized infantry reservist hordad AT otenet DOT gr |
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PIONEER RECEIVERS: Which One Do I Keep?
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"Mark D. Zacharias" wrote: "John A. Weeks III" wrote in message ... In article , EADGBE wrote: For a few months now, I have been using a vintage Pioneer SX-780 receiver in pristine condition. I have really enjoyed using this receiver and really like its excellent, warm sound for both analog and digital sources. But now fate has smiled upon me and I have just discovered a vintage Pioneer SX-750, also in pristine condition. I will keep one of these receivers and sell the other one. But my question is: Which one should I keep? I thought I would ask some of you kind people, since it is very possible that you know some details about these receivers, technical or otherwise, that I might not know. I understand that the power amplifier section is slightly different between the two models. What is the difference? Does the difference matter, either in sound quality or longevity? What a great problem to have. The 750 uses individual transistors for the amplifier, while I recall the 780 using IC modules. Silver snobs don't like IC chips, even the analog ones. Some say the 750 style output design should sound better, but I suspect that both will sound very good on normal inputs like FM, tape, and CDs. -john- The SX-750 also uses STK0050 output devices. Changes out many of them. Mark Z. With that being the case, then there is no real difference in the power amps. Since the 750 and 780 are not the most collectable units in the pioneer line (that would be the big monsters like the 1250 and 1980), it all boils down to personal preference. Or keep both in case one goes out. Or set up a 2nd system somewhere else in the house. Or keep the 2nd one to hand down to your children. -john- -- ================================================== ==================== John A. Weeks III * * * * * 612-720-2854 * * * * * Newave Communications * * * * * * * * * * * * http://www.johnweeks.com ================================================== ==================== |
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