Sansui AU-717 Integrated Amplifier- Restored

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The Sansui AU-717 is one of Sansui’s legendary integrated amplifiers that is still highly sought after today. This model is rated at 85 watts per channel with amazingly low distortion 0.025%, and has a solid damping factor of 60!. Sansui over-engineered these units to the point that they regularly produce power that significantly exceeds this rating (this model usually measures at about 100 watts per channel). The AU-717 produces beautifully clean audio because it was engineered with a sharp attention to detail, the highest quality components, and hand-crafted workmanship.
The AU-717 was a huge success for Sansui and the company sold thousands of these units. It was engineered with highly flexible features such as capability for two sets of speakers, auxiliary input, subsonic and high filters, audio muting, and bass and treble with selectable crossover points. The AU-717 also has preamp-out and main-in jacks so that it can be used as a preamp or a power amp in addition to an integrated amp. A subwoofer can also be driven off the preamp-outs.
This unit is in very good condition and sounds fantastic!
+ All of the aluminum electrolytic capacitors have been replaced on the power amp driver circuit board, the equalizer circuit board, and the tone control circuit board, the function selector board, the preamp-out / in board, and the power supply circuit board with brand-new high-quality Nichicon Muse, Fine Gold, Elna Silmic II, Panasonic FC, and Nichicon capacitors except for the large power filter caps (see pictures)

+ A brand new Omron output relay installed

+ All old fusible resistors replaced on the power supply, driver, preamp, and equalizer boards with brand new metal film types

+ Selected diodes were replaced on the power supply, preamp, and driver boards.

+ Selected transistors replaced for improved noise floor control.

+ A brand new Omron output relay installed

+ Output transistors were removed cleaned and reinstalled with new thermal compound

+ New mica insulators installed on the output transistors

+ A brand new Omron output relay installed

+ All controls have been meticulously cleaned, deoxidized, lubricated and operate smoothly to the touch

+ DC offset and Bias settings have been adjusted to factory specifications

+ All LED power and indicator lights are fully operational

+ The exterior is in very good condition with blemishes typical of its age

+ The unit has been thoroughly cleaned

This unit weighs approximately 50 pounds fully packed. The shipping charge includes extensive packaging in accordance with audiophile practices. It will be packed in a brand-new box using multiple layers of large bubble wrap, styrofoam sheeting and/or styrofoam filler to ensure safe delivery. We are confident you will not see better packing than ours.
Shipping: $56.95
Resolution of insurance claim for damage during shipment is the sole responsibility of the winning bidder.