Sansui AX 7 (1972-1974)

Specifications

FeatureSpecification
Year of Production1972-1974
Power Specifications22W per channel (8Ω, RMS), stereo
Impedance4-16Ω
SensitivityUnknown
Key FeaturesDual power supply, direct-coupled OCL amplifier circuit, Sansui's honeycomb heatsink design, front panel bass/treble controls, speaker selector, tape monitor

Historical Significance

Part of Sansui's highly regarded 'X' series of integrated amplifiers, representing the transition from tube to solid-state with excellent build quality and musical performance

Sound Signature

Warm, smooth, and musical with good detail retrieval, natural midrange, and controlled bass - characteristic of Sansui's house sound from this era

Maintenance and Restoration Tips

Aging electrolytic capacitors, dirty potentiometers and switches, occasional transistor failure in driver stages, bulb replacement for dial lights

Collectibility and Market Value

eBay Listings

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Sansui AX-7 with rack handles Audio Deck Mixer Sound Console
$199
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Sansui AX-7 Audio Deck Mixer Sound Consolette Preamplifier
$140
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Sansui AX-7 Audio Deck Mixer Sound Consolette Preamplifier B
$144
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Sansui AX-7 Vintage Stereo Mixer & Preamplifier (Circa 1978)
$500
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