Pioneer SA-708
A stereo integrated amplifier from Pioneer’s classic silver-faced series, featuring Fluoroscan meters and a phono input.
Overview
The Pioneer SA-708 is a stereo integrated amplifier manufactured by Pioneer Corporation. It belongs to the brand's "SA" series, recognized as a "Famous Series" alongside the SX and SPEC lines. The amplifier features cool blue Fluoroscan meters—specifically a fluorescent power meter—and includes a phono input for turntable connectivity. It was sold with the corresponding Pioneer TX-608 tuner. The unit uses 41 transistors, 31 diodes, 3 integrated circuits, and 2 FETs in its semiconductor construction.
Specifications
| Power output | 65 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) |
| Power output | 130 W (undistorted) |
| Speaker load impedance | 4Ω (minimum) |
| Inputs | Phono |
| Semiconductors | 3 x IC, 2 x FET, 41 x transistors, 31 x diodes |
| Features | Fluorescent power meter (Fluoroscan) |
Product Family
The SA-708 is part of Pioneer's "SA" series, listed as a "Famous Series" alongside the SX and SPEC lines. It features the brand's classic silver-faced design.
Market
The SA-708 has appeared on used hi-fi markets, with examples noted as "Freshly Recapped, Fully Working." A service manual is available for maintenance. One owner reported the unit functioned well briefly before failing, suggesting potential reliability issues after prolonged storage, particularly in dusty or dry conditions.
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