Sansui au-xxx feedback

[4ever7]

Just checking with the larger community on Sansui AU-xxx amplifiers (1971-1973)...

Keeping an eye on a couple of Sansui integrated amplifiers but specifically the AU-666. The manufacturer is new to me but heard good things about them. My concern is the availability of parts if something fails or I want to restore it. If anyone can share their experiences or information on the level of difficulty (regular components or unobtainable) when it comes to internal or even the level of difficulty to work on them.

Also, general listening experience Sansui au-xxx (666 or 777), I currently have a Marantz 2252 and Pioneer SX-650 (both have been restored) I listen to regularly

Lastly, should I be looking at other Sansui amplifiers instead?

thx

 

[cademan]

Most parts are available over the internet but sometimes parts are discontinued and no substitutes are available. Capacitors and resistors are easy to find, transistors and transformers are a little harder especially if an older solid state amp used germanium transistors.

 

[Dswankey]

AU-717 is a Gem!!!

https://www.audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?forums/exclusively-sansui.39/

You might want to do a Goggle search for "Sansui Glue" with regards to your concern on restoration

 

[FluxT]

I’ve heard the AU-666 is quite a beast

 

[goodolpg]

I see what you did there.