Marantz, and Sansui were locked in an arms race to build the most impressive equipment possible. The SX-1250 was Pioneer’s answer to this challenge – a receiver that combined raw power with exceptional build quality. While other manufacturers were pushing boundaries too, Pioneer went all out,...
On par, were the Sansui three top receivers which even better built, with even better amps, preamps, specs and reliability. However, Pioneer was the “Progenitor” of the “Mega Receivers” and should be noted that the 1010 was a first and a starling success, regardless, of those who ...