The late 1970s marked the peak of the receiver wars, when companies like Pioneer, 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...
ThePioneer SX-1280is one of Pioneer’s classic receivers. It came out in 1978 and took over for the SX-1250. It is rated at 185 watts per channel which is second only to the monster SX-1980’s power output in the Pioneer lineup. MSRP was around $900.00 which was a decent chunk of...
ThisPioneer SX-5590is the European version of Pioneer’s SX-1250. It would definitely be considered a “Monster” receiver as it produces a whopping 160 watts per channel. It incorporates a huge toroidal power transformer. It has the usual dark faceplate as is common with most European version...
When the SX-850 was introduced Pioneer’s top of the line receiver was the SX-1250. Just a couple years later it introduced the legendary SX-1980, one of the most powerful receivers ever made. Of course, if you want a true monster receiver, the SX-1980 is occasionally available on the...
to design a receiver that would surpass their previous flagship model, the SX-1250. The new receiver was to have a power output of 270 watts per channel, which would make it the most powerful receiver on the market at the time. In fact, Pioneer called the SX-1980 a “Super Receiver”...
The Pioneer SX-750 was an upper mid range receiver with a perfect complement of features and performance for someone wanting good performance while, at the same time, not breaking the bank.
October 20, 2011 Another of the silver faced Pioneer line thePioneer SX-1050was the little brother to the giant SX-1250 in 1976 and 1977. While it may not necessarily be considered a “Monster” receiver it is close. It weighs in at just over 50 pounds and has many of the features of...