Sansui SP-L700 (1978–79)
A floorstanding passive loudspeaker system from Sansui Electric Co., Ltd. It is rare, and it has a dedicated following of owners.
Overview
The Sansui SP-L700 is a passive loudspeaker system made by Sansui Electric Co., Ltd. from 1978 to 1979. It belongs to a high-end speaker series that includes the SP-L800, SP-L1000, and SP-G models. The SP-L700 is described as one of the more expensive offerings in the lineup. It has kept a niche presence among vintage audio enthusiasts. Owners have noted its strong sound quality, and one recalled regretting the sale of a pair and jumping at the chance to get them back. The speaker is rare and hard to find today.
Specifications
| Frequency Response | 30Hz to 25kHz |
| Crossover Frequency | 2000Hz |
| Impedance | 8Ω |
| Bass | 2 x 12" cone |
| Enclosure | Bass Reflex |
| Port Position | Front |
| Positioning | Floorstanding, Standmount |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 420 x 700 x 330 mm |
Market
The Sansui SP-L700 is considered rare and sought after, and forum users call it "very rare and hard to find." A 2011 forum post mentioned a sale of four speakers for $400. A period manual was listed for $14 on HiFiShark. There is also a dedicated thread on speaker restoration, so people are working on these.
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