Sansui AU-G55X

[Dagenham Darren 80]

Hi

Firstly I'd just like to say what a great forum this is. Found so much useful information the last few weeks.

I'm just starting out (having owned one brand systems before) in getting some separates together and improving as I go. My knowledge is beginner really.

I've always loved the old retro look and feel. Mostly had Pioneer's of the 80s

I've got this Sansui AU-G55X amp and really love the look and retro style of it but can't find any information on it online hardly. I also love the sound it produces with my Marantz cd player when I play my Pink Floyd, Stranglers, Bowie and the such.

What can anyone tell me about these amps? I know there will be plenty better but I love the style of it and the lights of it and layout.

I have a Kenwood KA 3050R amp too but left it in the cupboard as it isn't as pleasing on the eye and doesn't have the same retro feel.

I'm going to be looking to upgrade things as I go along my journey. I've recently been spending all available money on my old Rover sd1 but that's done now so it's on to the Audio hobby.

Thanks for having me

Darren

 

[Andrewjvt]

Hi

Firstly I'd just like to say what a great forum this is. Found so much useful information the last few weeks.

I'm just starting out (having owned one brand systems before) in getting some separates together and improving as I go. My knowledge is beginner really.

I've always loved the old retro look and feel. Mostly had Pioneer's of the 80s

I've got this Sansui AU-G55X amp and really love the look and retro style of it but can't find any information on it online hardly. I also love the sound it produces with my Marantz cd player when I play my Pink Floyd, Stranglers, Bowie and the such.

What can anyone tell me about these amps? I know there will be plenty better but I love the style of it and the lights of it and layout.

I have a Kenwood KA 3050R amp too but left it in the cupboard as it isn't as pleasing on the eye and doesn't have the same retro feel.

I'm going to be looking to upgrade things as I go along my journey. I've recently been spending all available money on my old Rover sd1 but that's done now so it's on to the Audio hobby.

Thanks for having me

Darren

Specifications

Power output: 65 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)

Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz

Total harmonic distortion: 0.004%

Input sensitivity: 0.25mV (MC), 2.5mV (MM), 250mV (line)

Signal to noise ratio: 67dB (MC), 85dB (MM), 105dB (line)

Speaker load impedance: 8Ω (minimum)

Dimensions: 430 x 111 x 329mm

Weight: 8.4kg

My first seperate amp was one like this (maybe a bit more modern) after my parents all in one stereo/record player and tape deck. I used to listen to the top 40 and tape the good songs on a sunday night.

 

[Dagenham Darren 80]

I just love the look of it.

I have the Kenwood amp to and have been offered an AMC amp.

I need to find myself a really nice pair of speakers next.

 

[Dagenham Darren 80]

I just rigged up other amp at my disposal a Kenwood KA-3050R and must say i much prefer the Sansui I think

 

[Dagenham Darren 80]

In fact, I've just put the Sansui back in. Sounds beautiful