New subscriber, currenly working on a Sansui 881 Stereo Receiver, sat in my brother's basement for at least 25 years. I have ordered a complete kit focusing mainly on recapping the unit and other parts if necessary. I' am now the proud owner, originally had scratchy controls before unit was retired. I really enjoy your video's, very in-depth, excellent presentation, look forward in seeing more.
Thanks for your time Trevor! These older Sansui G- series receivers are extremely nice sounding units when tuned up and in spec; I have 2 myself. I have a G-2000 as well that my parents bought new, I listen to it alot; it sounds great with higher sensitivity speakers (17 watts). It isn't one of the Titans but you just can't beat the soundstage on these. You and family have a Merry Christmas and be safe this holiday season!
Funny, I was thinking the same thing about the low power consumption of a project Pioneer I’m working on. List it as “energy efficient.” To a good year with plenty of successful repairs.
It's like seeing an old friend. I purchased my G 4500 new way back in 1979 from churchhill audio, they were located inside of friendly frost appliance stores in New York and New Jersey. Thanks again Trevor and Merry Christmas.
Interesting that the rod antenna points into the metal front and rear panels rather than sideways with its wooden cabinet. It looks like the QI had never been set at the factory. I'm sure with such low QI it was almost class B with crossover quite visible and probably audible.
The G-3500 isn't Sansui's best for this time. It's a mid-range receiver with about 25w/ch. They look impressive but they are just average in performance. Once inside you can see where Sansui cut corners when compared to their legacy gear that they built their name on. I can't say but that might be a good price for where you live. Ideally you want to pay as little as possible but for Sansui's, sadly you're paying a elevated price because of the name
