The top 100 vintage receivers of all time

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1. 1▲1Editors' #2
   PioneerSX-1250

   Pioneer SX-1250

   1976–1978 · 160 W/ch

   Pioneer's statement piece of the mid-1970s, with a split-winding toroidal supply and enough clean power to drive almost any speaker of its day. The fit and finish still impress.

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2. 2▲1Editors' #3
   Marantz2600

   Marantz 2600

   1978–1980 · 300 W/ch

   Marantz's most powerful receiver and a genuine rarity. It is reported to be one of very few monster receivers to meet its full power rating under FTC test conditions.

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3. 3▼2Editors' #1
   Marantz2270

   Marantz 2270

   1971–1974 · 70 W/ch

   The receiver that defines the silver-faced Marantz sound for many collectors: warm, unhurried and built like a tank, with the blue-lit gyro-touch dial that started a thousand restorations.

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4. 4Editors' #4
   Sansui9090DB

   Sansui 9090DB

   1976–1979 · 125 W/ch

   A dense, feature-packed flagship with built-in Dolby FM decoding, three-band tone controls and a big, confident sound that keeps it near the top of most wish lists.

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5. 5Editors' #5
   PioneerSX-1980

   Pioneer SX-1980

   1978–1980 · 270 W/ch

   The biggest Pioneer of the power-war era, rated at 270 watts per channel. Huge, heavy and theatrical, it remains a centerpiece for anyone collecting the giants.

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6. 6Editors' #6
   TechnicsSA-1000

   Technics SA-1000

   late 1970s · 330 W/ch

   The highest-rated receiver of the monster era at 330 watts per channel. It is enormous, rarely seen and the end point of the 1970s power race.

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7. 7Editors' #7
   McIntoshMAC1900

   McIntosh MAC1900

   1973–1978 · 55 W/ch

   McIntosh's take on the all-in-one: glass faceplate, blue meters and the brand's famously conservative engineering in a single chassis.

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8. 8Editors' #8
   Marantz2325

   Marantz 2325

   1974–1975 · 125 W/ch

   One of the first receivers past 100 watts per channel, with Dolby FM onboard. It marked the moment Marantz decided to compete on power as well as finish.

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9. 9Editors' #9
   SansuiG-33000

   Sansui G-33000

   c. 1978 · 300 W/ch

   Sansui's two-piece flagship, rated at 300 watts per channel. Seldom seen for sale and treated as a holy grail by Sansui collectors.

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10. 10Editors' #10
    YamahaCR-2020

    Yamaha CR-2020

    1977–1979 · 100 W/ch

    A favorite of listeners who value FM performance and clean, neutral sound, with a famously thorough set of controls laid out in Yamaha's tidy, understated style.

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11. 11Editors' #11
    KenwoodKR-9600

    Kenwood KR-9600

    late 1970s · 160 W/ch

    Kenwood's mid-1970s flagship with big meters and a muscular amplifier section. It is often overlooked next to Pioneer and Marantz, which makes it good value.

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12. 12Editors' #12
    Marantz2500

    Marantz 2500

    1977–1980 · 250 W/ch

    Famous for its front-panel oscilloscope and free-spinning Gyro-Touch dial, the 2500 helped kick off the monster-receiver race with 250 watts per channel.

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13. 13Editors' #13
    PioneerSX-1010

    Pioneer SX-1010

    1974–1976 · 100 W/ch

    Pioneer's first 100-watt-per-channel receiver and the last flagship with the classic black dial face. It fired the opening shot in the power war.

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14. 14Editors' #14
    Sansui9090

    Sansui 9090

    110 W/ch

    The predecessor to the 9090DB, without the Dolby board but with the same generous build and solid tuner. Many prefer its simpler layout.

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15. 15Editors' #15
    Marantz2285

    Marantz 2285

    mid-1970s · 85 W/ch

    A sweet-spot Marantz with plenty of power for most speakers, a big blue dial and a reputation for long-term reliability.

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16. 16Editors' #16
    PioneerSX-1280

    Pioneer SX-1280

    late 1970s · 185 W/ch

    A step up from the SX-1250 in power, with Pioneer's late-1970s silver styling, two big power meters and a heavy-duty supply.

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17. 17Editors' #17
    Marantz2385

    Marantz 2385

    late 1970s · 185 W/ch

    The top of Marantz's standard 2200/2300 line, combining 185 watts per channel with the familiar blue-lit dial.

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18. 18Editors' #18
    SansuiG-22000

    Sansui G-22000

    1978 · 220 W/ch

    The single-chassis sibling to the G-33000, built around Sansui's DC-coupled amplifier design and rated at 220 watts per channel.

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19. 19Editors' #19
    KenwoodKR-9050

    Kenwood KR-9050

    1980 · 200 W/ch

    Kenwood's high-speed DC flagship from 1980. A late monster receiver with 200 watts per channel and a cleaner, more modern look.

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20. 20Editors' #20
    YamahaCR-3020

    Yamaha CR-3020

    1977 · 160 W/ch

    Yamaha's most powerful receiver of the era, with moving-coil phono input and the same unfussy design as the CR-2020.

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21. 21Editors' #21
    LuxmanR-1120

    Luxman R-1120

    1976–1979 · 120 W/ch

    A refined export-market Luxman with a thoughtful preamp section and an excellent tuner, built to a standard well above its price class.

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22. 22Editors' #22
    NikkoNR-1415

    Nikko NR-1415

    1978 · 175 W/ch

    Nikko's top receiver, rated at 175 watts per channel, with a modular layout that makes servicing easier than on most rivals.

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23. 23Editors' #23
    TechnicsSA-5760

    Technics SA-5760

    165 W/ch

    A big, quiet Technics receiver rated at 165 watts per channel. It is less famous than its rivals, but owners rate it highly.

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24. 24Editors' #24
    PioneerSX-1080

    Pioneer SX-1080

    1978–1980 · 120 W/ch

    Late silver-faced Pioneer with 120 watts per channel, offering much of the SX-1250 experience in a smaller box.

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25. 25Editors' #25
    PioneerSX-1050

    Pioneer SX-1050

    1976–1978 · 120 W/ch

    A strong mid-flagship from Pioneer's best years, with the classic blue dial and a robust amplifier section.

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26. 26Editors' #26
    Marantz2230

    Marantz 2230

    30 W/ch

    An affordable gateway to the classic Marantz look and sound, with just enough power for efficient speakers.

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27. 27Editors' #27
    Marantz2245

    Marantz 2245

    45 W/ch

    A well-balanced early-1970s Marantz with a clean sound and the signature blue tuning dial.

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28. 28Editors' #28
    Marantz2250

    Marantz 2250

    50 W/ch

    A mid-line Marantz that sits between the 2245 and 2270, and is a common first serious vintage receiver.

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29. 29Editors' #29
    Marantz2275

    Marantz 2275

    75 W/ch

    The successor to the 2270, slightly more powerful and just as handsome.

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30. 30Editors' #30
    Marantz2265

    Marantz 2265

    65 W/ch

    A popular mid-1970s Marantz with plenty of headroom for typical bookshelf speakers.

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31. 31Editors' #31
    Marantz2240

    Marantz 2240

    40 W/ch

    A modest-power Marantz with the full silver-face aesthetic.

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32. 32Editors' #32
    Marantz2220

    Marantz 2220

    20 W/ch

    The entry point to the classic Marantz line: small, simple and endlessly popular.

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33. 33Editors' #33
    Marantz4400

    Marantz 4400

    1974–1978 · 125 W/ch

    A quadraphonic flagship with a built-in oscilloscope and 125 watts per channel in stereo mode. Marantz put nearly everything it had into it.

    • 125 W/ch stereo, 50 W/ch quad (8 ohms)
    • Built-in oscilloscope
    • Dolby FM decoding

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34. 34Editors' #34
    PioneerSX-950

    Pioneer SX-950

    late 1970s · 85 W/ch

    A strong, well-priced silver Pioneer that gives up little to the bigger models in day-to-day use.

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35. 35Editors' #35
    PioneerSX-850

    Pioneer SX-850

    65 W/ch

    A mid-range Pioneer with the classic look and a reputation for durability.

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36. 36Editors' #36
    PioneerSX-750

    Pioneer SX-750

    50 W/ch

    A tidy, reliable Pioneer for moderate rooms, with the brand's blue dial and wood case.

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37. 37Editors' #37
    PioneerSX-650

    Pioneer SX-650

    35 W/ch

    A small-power Pioneer that is still one of the most charming entry receivers.

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38. 38Editors' #38
    PioneerSX-780

    Pioneer SX-780

    1978 · 45 W/ch

    A late silver-faced Pioneer with modest power and a clean, practical layout.

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39. 39Editors' #39
    PioneerSX-3900

    Pioneer SX-3900

    1980–1982 · 120 W/ch

    An early-1980s Pioneer flagship that bridged the silver era and the more digital-looking designs that followed.

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40. 40Editors' #40
    PioneerSX-990

    Pioneer SX-990

    An early-1970s black-face Pioneer, loved for its looks and its warm sound.

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41. 41Editors' #41
    PioneerSX-838

    Pioneer SX-838

    An early-1970s Pioneer with the black dial face that many collectors prefer to the later silver styling.

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42. 42Editors' #42
    PioneerSX-828

    Pioneer SX-828

    A compact black-face Pioneer from the brand's pre-power-war years.

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43. 43Editors' #43
    PioneerSX-727

    Pioneer SX-727

    A smaller black-face Pioneer that is affordable and attractive.

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44. 44Editors' #44
    PioneerSX-939

    Pioneer SX-939

    An early-1970s Pioneer that sat near the top of its range, combining the black dial with solid build.

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45. 45Editors' #45
    Sansui8080

    Sansui 8080

    A strong mid-tier Sansui with the black-dial styling that defines the brand's 1970s look.

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46. 46Editors' #46
    Sansui7070

    Sansui 7070

    60 W/ch

    A 60-watt Sansui with a big, legible dial and a warm presentation.

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47. 47Editors' #47
    Sansui5050

    Sansui 5050

    An affordable Sansui with the full black-dial look in a smaller package.

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48. 48Editors' #48
    SansuiEight

    Sansui Eight

    A classic early Sansui with an elegant dial and an enduring following.

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49. 49Editors' #49
    SansuiG-9000

    Sansui G-9000

    160 W/ch

    A big late-1970s Sansui with DC-coupled design, rated at 160 watts per channel.

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50. 50Editors' #50
    SansuiG-8000

    Sansui G-8000

    1978–1980 · 120 W/ch

    A 120-watt Sansui of the G series with the brand's late styling and strong tuner.

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51. 51Editors' #51
    SansuiG-7700

    Sansui G-7700

    1980–1982 · 120 W/ch

    A later G-series Sansui with ample power and a clean, modern front panel.

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52. 52Editors' #52
    SansuiQRX-9001

    Sansui QRX-9001

    1978–1979 · 120 W/ch

    Sansui's late, powerful quadraphonic receiver, built around the 9090DB platform with QS, SQ and CD-4 support.

    • 120 W/ch stereo, 60 W/ch quad (8 ohms)
    • QS, SQ and CD-4 decoding

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53. 53Editors' #53
    KenwoodKR-9400

    Kenwood KR-9400

    1974–1976 · 120 W/ch

    Kenwood's mid-1970s flagship, which joined the 100-watt-plus club early.

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54. 54Editors' #54
    KenwoodKR-8010

    Kenwood KR-8010

    1978–1981 · 125 W/ch

    A late-1970s Kenwood with plenty of power and the brand's practical, well-engineered layout.

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55. 55Editors' #55
    KenwoodKR-7600

    Kenwood KR-7600

    A well-built mid-range Kenwood with a strong tuner section.

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56. 56Editors' #56
    KenwoodKR-6600

    Kenwood KR-6600

    A mid-range Kenwood that is typically a good-value buy.

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57. 57Editors' #57
    KenwoodKR-5600

    Kenwood KR-5600

    An entry-level Kenwood with the same attention to tuner quality as its bigger siblings.

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58. 58Editors' #58
    YamahaCR-1000

    Yamaha CR-1000

    1974–1977

    Yamaha's early flagship, with natural sound and excellent FM. It is a quieter classic than its contemporaries.

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59. 59Editors' #59
    YamahaCR-2040

    Yamaha CR-2040

    1979–1980 · 120 W/ch

    Successor to the CR-2020 with more power and the same unfussy design.

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60. 60Editors' #60
    YamahaCR-1020

    Yamaha CR-1020

    A strong late-1970s Yamaha with excellent ergonomics and a neutral, detailed sound.

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61. 61Editors' #61
    YamahaCR-820

    Yamaha CR-820

    A mid-line late-1970s Yamaha, prized for clean sound and solid build.

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62. 62Editors' #62
    YamahaCR-800

    Yamaha CR-800

    A mid-1970s Yamaha with the brand's tidy layout and well-regarded tuner.

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63. 63Editors' #63
    YamahaCR-620

    Yamaha CR-620

    An entry Yamaha with the same clear sound as its bigger siblings.

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64. 64Editors' #64
    McIntoshMAC4100

    McIntosh MAC4100

    late 1970s–mid 1980s · 75 W/ch

    McIntosh's later receiver, rated at 75 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 100 into 4, with the trademark glass faceplate and blue meters.

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65. 65Editors' #65
    McIntoshMAC1700

    McIntosh MAC1700

    An earlier McIntosh receiver from the late 1960s, built to the brand's usual standard and an entry point into McIntosh ownership.

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66. 66Editors' #66
    Harman Kardon930

    Harman Kardon 930

    1972 · 45 W/ch

    Developed by the team behind the Citation separates, the 930 has twin power supplies and a conservative power rating.

    • Dual separate power supplies

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67. 67Editors' #67
    Harman Kardon730

    Harman Kardon 730

    A 'twin powered' Harman Kardon with the same design philosophy as the 930 in a smaller package.

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68. 68Editors' #68
    Harman Kardon430

    Harman Kardon 430

    A smaller twin-powered Harman Kardon, popular with listeners who prize clean, wide-bandwidth sound.

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69. 69Editors' #69
    Fisher500-C

    Fisher 500-C

    1960s · 35 W/ch

    A classic tube receiver that brings the warmth of 1960s valve design into one convenient chassis.

    • Tube (valve) design
    • AM/FM stereo

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70. 70Editors' #70
    Fisher800-C

    Fisher 800-C

    1960s

    The 500-C's AM/FM sibling, with tube amplification and the same handsome Fisher styling.

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71. 71Editors' #71
    FisherRS-1080

    Fisher RS-1080

    170 W/ch

    A late-1970s Fisher flagship that reached 170 watts per channel.

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72. 72Editors' #72
    Scott340B

    Scott 340B

    1960s

    An H.H. Scott tube receiver from the 1960s, valued for its build quality and warm sound.

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73. 73Editors' #73
    LuxmanR-1050

    Luxman R-1050

    A smaller Luxman receiver with the same careful engineering as the R-1120.

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74. 74Editors' #74
    RotelRX-1603

    Rotel RX-1603

    180 W/ch

    Rotel's monster receiver at 180 watts per channel, rarer than the big Pioneers and Marantzes.

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75. 75Editors' #75
    RotelRX-1203

    Rotel RX-1203

    1976–1981 · 120 W/ch

    A 120-watt Rotel with a stout build and strong value for money.

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76. 76Editors' #76
    NikkoNR-1019

    Nikko NR-1019

    A smaller Nikko receiver that shows the brand's good build and clean design.

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77. 77Editors' #77
    OnkyoTX-8500

    Onkyo TX-8500

    1977–1980 · 110 W/ch

    A late-1970s Onkyo with 110 watts per channel and a reputation for sounding refined.

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78. 78Editors' #78
    OnkyoTX-4500

    Onkyo TX-4500

    A mid-line Onkyo with good tuner performance and the brand's understated styling.

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79. 79Editors' #79
    OptonicaSA-5901

    Optonica SA-5901

    1979–1980 · 125 W/ch

    A 125-watt receiver from Sharp's high-end Optonica brand. It is rarely discussed but well built.

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80. 80Editors' #80
    RealisticSTA-2100

    Realistic STA-2100

    1979 · 120 W/ch

    Radio Shack's first receiver over 100 watts per channel. The original version used a toroidal transformer, which makes it the most sought-after Realistic.

    • Toroidal power transformer (original version)

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81. 81Editors' #81
    RealisticSTA-2000

    Realistic STA-2000

    A strong Realistic receiver that brought big-receiver features to a wide audience.

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82. 82Editors' #82
    SherwoodS-7900A

    Sherwood S-7900A

    A late-1970s Sherwood with a big dial and practical layout.

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83. 83Editors' #83
    SherwoodS-8900

    Sherwood S-8900

    An American-designed Sherwood with the brand's well-regarded FM section.

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84. 84Editors' #84
    HitachiSR-2004

    Hitachi SR-2004

    200 W/ch

    Hitachi's monster receiver, rated at 200 watts per channel. Rarer and less hyped than the usual names.

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85. 85Editors' #85
    TandbergTR-2080

    Tandberg TR-2080

    A Norwegian-made receiver with Scandinavian styling and a respected FM tuner.

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86. 86Editors' #86
    TandbergTR-2075

    Tandberg TR-2075

    The TR-2080's sibling: compact, handsome and built with Tandberg's usual care.

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87. 87Editors' #87
    AkaiAA-1200

    Akai AA-1200

    A large Akai receiver from the 1970s with a distinctive dial and strong build.

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88. 88Editors' #88
    SonySTR-6200F

    Sony STR-6200F

    An early-1970s Sony receiver with clean styling and good tuner performance.

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89. 89Editors' #89
    TechnicsSA-5770

    Technics SA-5770

    185 W/ch

    A 185-watt Technics that stays in the shadow of the SA-1000 but is a serious receiver in its own right.

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90. 90Editors' #90
    SansuiG-9700

    Sansui G-9700

    200 W/ch

    A late Sansui flagship rated at 200 watts per channel.

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91. 91Editors' #91
    SansuiG-8700

    Sansui G-8700

    160 W/ch

    A 160-watt Sansui with the late G-series look.

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92. 92Editors' #92
    Marantz2330

    Marantz 2330

    1977–1979 · 130 W/ch

    A 130-watt Marantz from the late 1970s with the familiar blue-lit dial.

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93. 93Editors' #93
    Sansui9900Z

    Sansui 9900Z

    160 W/ch

    A 160-watt early-1980s Sansui from the Z series.

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94. 94Editors' #94
    Scott390R

    Scott 390R

    1978–1980 · 120 W/ch

    A late H.H. Scott receiver rated at 120 watts per channel.

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95. 95Editors' #95
    JVCJR-S600

    JVC JR-S600

    1976–1978 · 120 W/ch

    A powerful mid-1970s JVC that is often overlooked but sturdy.

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96. 96Editors' #96
    Nakamichi730

    Nakamichi 730

    1978–1982 · 105 W/ch

    One of Nakamichi's rare receivers, rated at 105 watts per channel.

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97. 97Editors' #97
    Advent300

    Advent 300

    A modest-power receiver best known for its excellent phono stage.

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98. 98Editors' #98
    HeathkitAR-15

    Heathkit AR-15

    A kit-built Heathkit receiver from the late 1960s that many assembled at home.

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99. 99Editors' #99
    HeathkitAR-1500

    Heathkit AR-1500

    The successor to the AR-15, another kit receiver.

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100. 100Editors' #100
     Bang & OlufsenBeomaster 4000

     Bang & Olufsen Beomaster 4000

     A 1970s Bang & Olufsen receiver with the brand's slim, Danish design.

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