Not sure what happen but found this post in draft mode??? Comments below show responses from 2013.
The AU-6500, though the "baby" of the series is nevertheless a superb sounding unit if properly maintained.
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According to the serial number, it's from 1972 but to anyone who is not a hifi enthusiast who saw it, they would think I had just bought it recently - superb build quality from the golden era of 2-channel audio!
Have since recapped the unit.
Will update in the near future with recent pix(s) once I find some spare time.
They really do not make them like they used to...
I also have an AU-6500 that I am looking to recap due to popping noises on phono (most likely caused by faulty transistors). I would love to see the progress of your work and what parts you replaced and where you got them?
ReplyDeleteThe issues with my unit were not from the phono board. Hence I have not reviewed the phono board components.
ReplyDeleteIn general I stick to larger vendors eg element, RS, etc whenever possible. If I did not manage to procure the required components from them, I would try the reputable smaller vendors. As last resort, I would buy from other sources.
I hate anything from china.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately there's not much of a choice nowadays eg Dyson, Apple, etc all setup manufacturing centers there nowadays.
DeleteFyi Sansui units like the above were Made In Japan