Sansui TU-X1

Yes, this is the Beast.

The Sansui TU-X1 is widely and
correctly regarded as one of the best – if not the best – super tuners ever
made.  Clearly superior to the Marantz
10B, Sequerra Model 1, etc., details about this extraordinary tuner are available
at FM Tuner Info, including their reviews and “Shootout” comparisons between
top units (http://www.fmtunerinfo.com/sansui.html#sansui-tux1).  I am the 2nd owner, having kept it
in a ventilated closed cabinet; the prior owner kept it packed and unused in a
closet for many years, which accounts for its great condition.  We both used it only occasionally during our years
of ownership.  This is a destination
product.

After my purchase, the unit was
examined and extensively upgraded by Ken Bernacky at Stereo Surgeons in East
Hartford, CT (http://www.stereosurgeons.com/).  Ken has worked on a number of my classic
Sansui units for 15+ years.  Among other
work: electrolytic power supply capacitors replaced; all lights replaced;
general features cleaned/deoxidized; AM/FM RF/IF, detectors and separation
stages aligned, etc.  (Complete details
included with purchase.)  The original antenna
connection was rewired and upgraded to coax for connection to a 20-ft outdoor
antenna.

The tuner itself weighs 34 pounds;
dimension are 19 x 7¾ x 17¾ inches.  Space
is needed to accommodate size and weight.  The tuner is in very good condition with only
scattered and very minor scratches.  It
ships with foam supports in heavy-duty, corrugated double boxes.  Shipping dimensions are 24 x 24 x 14 inches
and shipping weight is 52 pounds.  Feet and
copies of the original Sansui brochure, service manual, “common parts”
list, and schematics are included.