This is the perfect piece for someone starting out in the HiFi hobby. It has a few minor blemishes, but it's a solidly restored 50year old piece of audio history. The SX-434 will enhance any audio enthusiast's collection with its blend of vintage charm and dependable performance, delivering a rich, warm sound signature typical of 1970s hi-fi equipment. It features a straightforward interface with robust tuning capabilities and a built-in phono preamplifier, ideal for someone looking to experience the full-bodied vinyl analog sound in a compact and stylish package.
- Production
- 1974-76
- Serial No.
- UH3920016T
- Restoration
- Replaced filter capacitors
- Replaced capacitors in power supply
- Replaced capacitors in amplifier section
- Replaced dial pointer, meter, and stereo lamps with LEDs
- Refreshed the cabinet
- Disassembled and cleaned all control contacts
- Factory Specs
Tuning range: FM, MW
Power output: 15 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 30Hz to 25kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.8%
Damping factor: 25
Input sensitivity: 10mV (mic), 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (DIN), 150mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio: 65dB (mic), 70dB (MM), 90dB (line)
Output: 150mV (line), 30mV (DIN)
Speaker load impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω
Semiconductors: 1 x FET, 3 x IC, 27 x transistors, 13 x diodes
Dimensions: 430 x 140 x 347mm
Weight: 8.1kg
- The History of Pioneer
- Pioneer was founded by Nozomu Matsumoto in 1938 in Tokyo as a radio and speaker repair shop. In December 1953 Mr. Nozomu Matsumoto succeeded in developing the first domestic dynamic speaker made of original parts. It was named A-8 and marketed in Japan under the Pioneer brand. It later became the origin of the HiFi ...
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- Liner Notes
The SX-434 is Pioneer's budget priced FM/MW stereo receiver.
It features a high performance FM front end with low noise FET and 3-gang frequency linear variable capacitor. Phase linear ceramic filters and an IC in the FM IF section provide high selectivity of 60dB.
Other features include click stop tone controls, 2 pairs of speaker terminals and a headphone socket.
- Packing
- Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra.
- Shipping
- This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $75, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
- Stock No.
- 8470872162525
This is the perfect piece for someone starting out in the HiFi hobby. It has a few minor blemishes, but it's a solidly restored 50year old piece of audio history. The SX-434 will enhance any audio enthusiast's collection with its blend of vintage charm and dependable performance, delivering a rich, warm sound signature typical of 1970s hi-fi equipment. It features a straightforward interface with robust tuning capabilities and a built-in phono preamplifier, ideal for someone looking to experience the full-bodied vinyl analog sound in a compact and stylish package.
Production
1974-76
Serial No.
UH3920016T
Restoration
- Replaced filter capacitors
- Replaced capacitors in power supply
- Replaced capacitors in amplifier section
- Replaced dial pointer, meter, and stereo lamps with LEDs
- Refreshed the cabinet
- Disassembled and cleaned all control contacts
Factory Specs
Tuning range: FM, MW
Power output: 15 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 30Hz to 25kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.8%
Damping factor: 25
Input sensitivity: 10mV (mic), 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (DIN), 150mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio: 65dB (mic), 70dB (MM), 90dB (line)
Output: 150mV (line), 30mV (DIN)
Speaker load impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω
Semiconductors: 1 x FET, 3 x IC, 27 x transistors, 13 x diodes
Dimensions: 430 x 140 x 347mm
Weight: 8.1kg
The History of Pioneer
Pioneer was founded by Nozomu Matsumoto in 1938 in Tokyo as a radio and speaker repair shop. In December 1953 Mr. Nozomu Matsumoto succeeded in developing the first domestic dynamic speaker made of original parts. It was named A-8 and marketed in Japan under the Pioneer brand. It later became the origin of the HiFi ...
[ Read More ]
Liner Notes
The SX-434 is Pioneer's budget priced FM/MW stereo receiver.
It features a high performance FM front end with low noise FET and 3-gang frequency linear variable capacitor. Phase linear ceramic filters and an IC in the FM IF section provide high selectivity of 60dB.
Other features include click stop tone controls, 2 pairs of speaker terminals and a headphone socket.
Packing
Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra.
Shipping
This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $75, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
Stock No.
8470872162525
