I was a bit shocked that the output is only 2x35W. This sure looks a bit beefier. And yeah.. the transformer needs to be changed *lol* It's always nice to see stereo gear from the 70's They all had some reassuring heft to it and , to me at least, great styling.
I'm pleased to say this receiver sounds awesome. I'm really starting to warm up to this vintage Sansui gear. I think this was built just before Sansui got away from the classic look of the 70's to more modern styles (digital, blackface, etc). IMO, nothing beats big chunky aluminum knobs, lol
@@TrevorsBench I too love the 70's Sansui receivers. I have three (5000x, 2000x and G-6000). They are all great but i really like my G-6000 (MFG 1978). Not only is it beautiful, but, I snagged it on ebay several years ago for $53.00.
Hi, I found your channel looking for information about the model, mine has a short blowing both fuses (5A) anyway the comment is because my string also has rg black grease so that looks like a factory thing. Mine is 100% virgin, ok it had two small cockroaches living in there. Great video, watched several.
Thanks for the info. I'm beginning to think you are right. I've see lots of Sansui's with black grease on the dial string. Hope you get yours sorted, sounds like shorted output devices, maybe more
This is waaaaay too technical for me but I did enjoy watching you work. This is a good little receiver for a small to medium sized room, driving efficient speakers with it's rated 26wpc. I like the mic input and mixing level. Two tuning meters is a nice touch. It has all the basics covered except I thought I read somewhere it wasn't rated for 4 ohm loads?? Only 8 ohm. You dumb down well sir.
Hello, how are you? I need the output transistors and the Sansuo G5700 icitators. Would you have it for sale or would you know of any contacts? Here in Brazil I can't find them. I also need those two plates that come out of the price plate, and go to the dicipator, where the output transistors go. If you can please help me.
I have the Sansui G3500 and it must be close to 50 years old. last year one speaker side went out and I had it worked on but after a couple of weeks both speaker sides (left and right) went out so no sound. is there anything I could look at or mention when I take it back in to be fixed. I would hate to just throw it in the trash and want to get it back working. thank you.
Hi Trevor. I have a Sansui G-3500. Bought it new many many years ago. I have all of the manuals, schematics etc. Just today, the panel lights went out. Everything else works fine, including the little red STEREO LED. Admittedly I cannot make much of the schematic so I would like to know if it is a simple job for me to open up the case and carefully change the lamp bulbs? Could it be an internal fuse issue as well? Thanks
The Sansui G-3500 has a silly arrangement where the dial lamps are wired in series so if one burns out, they will both go out. I looked and there appears to be no fuse for the lamps. If you replace the burnt out lamp it should come back but I would suggest replacing both lamps for maximum life. The service manual specifies they are 8v at 300ma
@@TrevorsBench thanks for the quick response. Looks like the only source for those little bulbs is ebay. I was hoping Radio Shack (called The Source here in Canada) would carry them. Bayonet style base it appears, after looking on ebay. Cheers.
@@TrevorsBench Well, I’m back with an update, after opening the G-3500. Interestingly enough there was one bulb burned out. The problem now is the bulb style. They are the little 10mm globe bulb with solder base, inserted into the rubber grommet; which holds them in place in the chassis. I found a spreadsheet online which gives all of the various vintage amp model numbers and the associated bulbs/lamps used within them. The part number listed for the G-3500 is 0400560. It is the same one used in many of the Kenwood amps (KT-8007, KT-8005 etc.), and the Sansui TU series. I have not been able to source any of these bulbs yet and before I consider putting in LED as replacement, I will make bulbs from the wedge base style bulbs (easy to get) and then form/mold the proper shaped bases using some epoxy.
Hi Trevor i have a g 4500 was working good . When i was moving around other equipment. The sansui still turns on and even tune to fm stereo but no sound . I live overseas what would be your opinion? Thanks
Hi. The power supply of 16v is correct. These bulbs are 8v and wired in series. If one bulb dies, they both go out. With a AC voltmeter test the voltage across each bulb. If you find one has 16v that bulb is open. There is also a 1A fuse that protects this circuit, it could be open, the AC voltmeter will tell you if it's open or not.
thank you very much for the detailed info. one bulb was burned out even though the multi-meter was showing continuity. it all good. thank you again for the reply and detailed info. very nice of you for the prompt reply.
@@ic835 Yes, the multimeter will show continuity because it's measuring through the good bulb and the transformer secondary winding. Good to hear you got this!
AM Antenna on the inside, DC for the lights, very odd, usually AC, my Sansui TU 717 FM Tuner is AC for lighting. Green lights, X owner was an idiot, probable heard a squeak and greased the string.
