('75-'77) *78 WPC   $2750 (recapped / restored) 
price includes solid walnut cover as shown

This Marantz 2275 was obtained from the original owner. After all the extensive servicing detailed below, the interior and exterior condition of this unit is now in absolutely excellent condition.
Also included in the price is one of our own custom-designed, 1/2" thick, solid walnut covers.  (see photos)

NOTE:  The Marantz 2275 is one of the legendary company's highly regarded vintage receivers from the mid 70's.  However, after some 50 years since it was originally manufactured, it once again becomes a truly great receiver after being professionally and properly bench serviced, restored and updated with new parts such as this one has...

Repair / restoration services performed (Aug 2026):
The extensive restoration was performed in August 2026.  Included with the unit are detailed testing and performance hard copy reports, updated parts list, updated specs (comparing the original specs vs the updated specs) along with a few before and after photos.  

*Also, of note, when first released, the 2275 was rated at a nominal 75 watts per channel (8 ohms).  After the restore it now specs out to 78 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a minimum of 116 watts per channel into 4 ohms.

Replaced all electrolytic capacitors on P400 Phono Amp Board
Replaced all electrolytic capacitors on P700 Power Amp Board
All electrolytic capacitors had been replaced on P800 Power Supply
Remove, test and re-thermal output transistors
Installed "flyback diode" ECN per service bulletin
All electrolytic capacitors had been replaced on PE01 Tone Amp Board
Replace main filter capacitors with upgraded 15,000uf/80v (original was 13,000uf 55v)
Perform all audio and power adjustments per service manual
Aligned FM receiver per service manual
Additional services performed:
1) Replaced feet and screws
2) Replace dial reflector and pointer along with the vellum on both dial and meters.
3) Replaced lamps with Cool White Frosted LEDs
4) Cleaned all controls and switches with DeOxit FaderLube or D5 as appropriate
Executed final performance checks and recorded data

Test/bench essential specs (after recap):
*Power output:  78 watts per channel into 8 ohms
                            116 watts per channel into 4 ohms
THD:  0.07%
Frequency response:  20Hz -20 kHz
Dimensions: 18.25"W x 16"D x 7.25"H (including cover)
Weight: 42 lbs (including cover)

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('77-'79)  125 WPC @ 8 ohms   165 WPC @ 4 ohms  $TBD

Rescued from a miserable life in storage, this Fisher "Studio Standard" RS-1060 is notable for its huge footprint, massive transformer and weighing in at a hefty 60 lbs.  At the time of its release in 1977, it was second to the TOTL RS-1080. 
NOTE: As shown in the photos, the receiver is using optional "Douk Audio VU1 backlit power meters and a Douk Audio tube phono preamp.

Services in September 2026 included:
Complete disassembly was required for an intensive servicing that included a labor intensive installation of a new tuning string...all new LEDs...Deoxit Gold / Faderlube treatment of pots, switches, boards, etc...FM alignment...upgraded output transistors...etc
The large walnut veneer cover has also been restored.  The large vents have been refinished with a metallic oil rubbed bronze coating.

The RS-1060 is what happened when good engineering got overshadowed by bad branding. Built during the Sanyo ownership era, this 24" wide powerhouse conservatively puts out a minimum of 125 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 165 watts per channel into 4 ohms. Basically, the RS-1060 has features most brands wouldn’t touch for years. The massive transformer, quality capacitors, and serious heat sinks gave it durability few rivals could match.

One of its most distinctive features is a red LED tracking ring around the volume knob. It’s gimmicky to some, but genuinely useful for precise level setting. It also has illuminated tuning and triple speaker outputs for complex setups that many receivers skipped entirely.   

Because the receiver has outputs for three pairs of speakers, whoever wrote the manual must have been paranoid because the manual states that the receiver accepts only 8 ohm speakers as the minimum allowed.  

Back story:
If there was a problem, it was that the Fisher brand had gone down a bit compared to its earlier years and was unfairly lumped into the same category as budget electronics, not serious hi-fi. Collectors chasing Pioneer and Sansui barely glanced at it. And at over 60 pounds with a non-standard 24" width, it simply didn’t fit in with typical audio furniture.  Truth be told, Sanyo owned the Fisher brand at the time and they literally poured a LOT of money and engineering back into the brand; they wanted to re-introduce Fisher as a premium brand.  Although the products were well designed with competitive pricing, the rebranding was slow and expensive for Sanyo.  Fast forward to today and many of the higher level Sanyo-built home HiFi gear enjoys a substantial following in certain sectors of the "audiophile" community.

Finally, HiFi shops of the era didn't know what to do with it.  It was "ginormous" and expensive at $750 so they just didn't promote it enough.  Most of the guys that really wanted it were the truly knowledgeable HiFi salesmen (like me) but we were making minimum wage $2.90 / hr (plus a lousy commission) and couldn't afford to buy it.

Essential specs:
Power output: 125 WPC into 8 ohms
                          165 WPC into 4 ohms
Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
THD: 0.1%
Speaker load impedance: 4 ohms minimum
Dimensions: 24"W x 7.5"H8 x 17"D inches
Weight: 59 lbs

About Fisher Studio Standard...
The Fisher "Studio Standard" series were developed by Sanyo after they took over the flailing Fisher brand in the 70's.  Of course, prior to the company being sold, the name "Fisher" was synonymous with high fidelity leadership since the 60's when Avery Fisher turned the audio world on its ear with his early tube units (like the famous Fisher 500C and others). 

Alas, all things must end, Avery Fisher sold his company to Emerson and, over the years, the brand has both flourished (to some) and floundered (to others). 

It's generally agreed that most of the Studio Standard gear made by Sanyo (from the mid-70's to early 80's) is well made. It should also be noted that Sanyo provided a massive amount of output modules that were used by other famous manufacturers like Pioneer, Marantz, Concept and many others. Today, knowledgeable collectors have a particular interest towards the Fisher RS-2015, RS-1060 and the  RS-1080.

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receiver (recapped, restored)  ('75-'77)  $1500
*26 WPC @ 8 ohms / 32 WPC @ 4 ohms

In absolutely excellent cosmetic condition, fully bench serviced / restored and fully tested, this beautiful Marantz 2220B stereo receiver was the replacement for the earlier Marantz 2220.   

NOTE:  The Marantz 2220B is one of the legendary company's highly valued vintage receivers from the mid 70's.  However, after some 50 years since it was originally manufactured, it once again becomes a truly great receiver after being professionally and properly bench serviced, restored and updated with new parts such as this one has...

For 4-channel demo purposes (at the shop), we have this 2220B receiver connected to our restored Marantz 2440 quad adapter amp along with four speakers to give you an immersive sound experience.   The 2440 is described on the Featured Separates / Components of this website.
Each of these units are being offered as a set or separately as priced.

This Marantz 2220B was extensively serviced in August 2026.  The interior and exterior condition of this unit is now in absolutely excellent condition. One of our own custom-designed, solid walnut covers is available at extra cost.

Included with the unit are detailed testing and performance hard copy reports, updated parts list, updated specs (comparing the original specs vs the updated specs) along with a few before and after photos. The DC offset and idle current are also in perfect spec.  
*Also, of note, when first released, the 2220B was rated at a nominal 20 watts per channel (8 ohms).  After the restore it now specs out to 25 watts per channel into 8 ohms and a minimum of 29 watts per channel into 4 ohms.

NOTE: The labor intensive service work was performed in August 2026 by one of our associate technicians who, just prior to his recent retirement, was a Marantz factory technician in Chatsworth California.

Repair /restoration services performed (Aug 2026):

Cleaned all controls and switches with DeOxit Faderlube or G5 where appropriate
Replace vellum and meter/dial lamps to Frosted Cool White LED
Replace all Electrolytic Capacitors on P400 Phono Amp Board
Replace all Electrolytic Capacitors on P700 Power Amp Board and Protection Relay
Tested Outputs (see data). Re-thermaled output transistors
Replace all Electrolytic Capacitors on P800 Power Supply Board
Replace all Electrolytic Capacitors on PE01, PC01 Tone and Buffer Amp Board
Perform all audio adjustments and check FM Tuner - adjust as needed – Per factory Service Manual

Bench / test specs (after recap):
Power: 27 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 38 WPC into 4 ohms
Frequency response: 10Hz to 50kHz
THD: 0.054%
Dimensions: 18.25"W x 7"H x 15.25"D (including optional cover)
Weight : 35 lbs. (including optional cover)

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(1981) 50 WPC  $450

Obtained locally from the original owner, this gorgeous Realistic STA-960 receiver has been fully bench serviced and tested. It is now in pristine cosmetic condition and fully operational.    We believe this receiver could have easily won an award in the early 80's as the 'Shack's "Most Handsome Receiver".  
Photos don't do it justice; the champagne tinted aluminum face-plate, white silkscreen lettering, slanted facia, real glass, gorgeous knob design and real hardwood walnut veneer case makes it a real stunner!
For an added touch of beauty, this one is upgraded with cool blue LEDs for the dial glass.

Selling at Radio Shack in 1981 for a "low" price of $400 (equivalent to $1470 in 2026), it was considered a major bargain because it has all the features of receivers costing much more. For instance: dual-gate MOSFETs plus PLL ranked the tuning section as one of the best ever to come out of Japan.  
And, with one of the better amp sections (built by Hitachi for Realistic), the STA-960 is conservatively rated at an "honest" 50 watts per channel @ 8 ohms over the entire audio bandwidth, enough to easily drive two sets of speakers (main and remote).

Back in '81, Stereo Review magazine lab tests for the STA-960 revealed it really pumped out about 62 WPC at clipping and about 71 WPC @ 4 ohms. That's not surprising.  With its excellent build quality, that's why the STA-960 sounds and feels like so much more than it's conservative rating.  It also has built-in automatic thermal and overload protection.
Besides the usual phono, speaker and aux inputs, the STA-95 has a total of three additional tape in/out connections which can be used for any additional components like CD, etc.

Lots of other goodies including:  Main/remote speaker switching, loudness, mono switch, stereo reverse (for always proper channel placement), LED mode indicators and large counter-weighted "fluid-feel" tuning knob.

Basic specs:
Power Output: 50 watts per channel into 8Ω (RMS)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 30,000 Hz
THD: Under 0.08%
Dimensions: 18.5" W x 14.2" D x 6.3" H
Weight: 33 lbs

About Radio Shack / Realistic / Tandy Corp...
Because the Realistic STA-2000/2000D (and the later STA-2080) were such a radical design for Radio Shack, there have been a lot of rumors about who actually made these units.  Uninformed chatter claims it was Foster that made them.  Nope, that's wrong.  The parent company of Radio Shack was Tandy Corp.  They were either called Tandy Electronics (TEC) or just plain old Tandy.  They had their own manufacturing facilities in both Japan and Korea.  They built a lot of their own stuff in their own factories. Tandy was a higher quality manufacturer than Foster.

Richard Schram (originally from Pacific Stereo and then on to become the founder of Parasound back in the day) had extensive experience dealing with Japanese audio engineers throughout his time at Pacific Stereo.
He decided he wanted Tandy to manufacture their high end Concept receiver lineup, stating he thought they did a better job than Foster.  Despite all the confusion about who made the STA-2000 & 2000D. The answer is Tandy.  Period.  Plus the ONLY difference between the two models is one button that was changed out for Dolby FM.  Otherwise, they are identical.

The end: back story...
At its zenith, Radio Shack had over 7500 stores across the country.  Hobbyists involved with any type of electronics could hustle on down to the local "Shack" and get what they needed right then and there.  It was awesome!  Their annual catalogs were a major plus; literally thousands of items were listed with photos, description and prices.  With its "you have questions, we have answers" mantra, the company was famous for having a store on nearly every corner.

1921: Founded by brothers Theodore and Milton Deutschmann in Boston as a supplier for amateur (ham) radio operators and ship radio officers.The Name: "Radio Shack" was the technical term for the small, wooden structure housing radio equipment on a ship.
1963: Almost bankrupt, the company was purchased by Charles Tandy of Tandy Corporation, transforming it into a high-growth retail electronics chain by targeting do-it-yourselfers and hobbyists.
'70s/'80s Peak: It was a "mythical place" for electronic components, CB radios, and, in 1977, one of the first mass-produced personal computers, the TRS-80.
Loss of Core Identity: As consumer demand shifted from building/fixing electronics to buying finished products, RadioShack shifted toward consumer electronics, losing its specialty niche. 
Competition: It was outmatched by big-box retailers like Best Buy and online sellers like Amazon, losing its reputation for having unique parts in stock.
Strategic Missteps: Too many stores too close together and a failure to transition effectively to a digital-first model led to over 11 consecutive quarterly losses.
Bankruptcy: Following numerous attempts to rebrand, including pushing cell phones and trying to be known as "The Shack," the company filed for Chapter 11

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('71-'73) 26 WPC  $350   *(wood cover not included)

Obtained locally from the original owner, this Sansui Model 2000A receiver has been completely disassembled, fully serviced and thoroughly tested.  All the dial and meter lamps have been replaced. 

NOTE: as seen in the photos, one of our optional custom-built, solid wood covers is available at an additional cost of $250

The Sansui 2000A was one of Sansui's earliest solid-state receivers. Although the later models were slightly improved versions, the 2000A really didn’t have muchs that required improvement.  Regardless, Sansui (like all the other HiFi companies) replaced the 2000A with the 2000X (with more power and a few other minor changes.)
At the time of its release in the early 70's, most of the speaker technology was built around the tube powered amps & receivers that were the norm.  Sansui was so passionate about the design of this model that a lot of owners say the 2000A / 2000X still retains most of the warmth that naturally came from tubes.

It’s a very solid receiver with a clean silver faceplate, and blackout dial glass.  The interior build and exterior design of this Sansui 2000A is the true definition of "pure classy vintage HiFi".

Essential specs:
Power output: 26 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 20Hz to 40kHz
THD: 0.8%
Speaker load impedance: minimum 4 ohms
Dimensions: 18"W x 6"H x 13"D
Weight:  29 lbs

About Sansui...
Sansui was founded in 1947 in Tokyo, Japan.  Started as a transformer manufacturer, Sansui produced various audio products for more than fifty years.  In its heyday, (somewhere between the late '70’s and the mid-'80’s) Sansui was a well known brand all over the world.

The name “Sansui” means “Mountain and Water.”  The implicit appreciation of “Sansui” goes back more than a thousand years to the ancient China.  That was black ink drawings which depict nature, such as trees, rocks, and streams.

 A Japanese Zen monk named Sesshu who was eager to learn this technique went to China during the Ming dynasty period.  After several years, he came back to Japan and developed his own version of the “Sansui” drawing.  Sesshu tried to mix his Zen philosophy into the simplicity of the “Sansui” drawing.  He passed away at the age of 83 in 1503 leaving many masterpieces and left fundamental influences on Japanese culture.  The meaning of strength and simplicity in black and white is far beyond the level of just drawing techniques.   Almost all ancient Japanese culture has been somehow influenced by this philosophy.

When the founders of the transformer company named their company as Sansui, they must have thought about the philosophy of “Sansui” drawings, and its fundamental meanings; strength and simplicity of black ink drawing on white paper for the purpose of depicting nature mixing with the value of  life.

After Sansui retreated from the U.S. market in the late '80’s, they still kept producing some masterpieces under the “Alpha series” until 2001 when Sansui closed the corporate headquarters in Shin-Yokohama.  The irony is that Sansui may have peaked its reputation in the tube gear era with AU-111, followed by the incredible array of solid state equipment, and lost its presence in high end audiophile right after reviving the AU-111 as the "AU-111 Vintage" in 1999.

Alas, as all good things must come to an end, their Japanese website as a HiFi-manufacturer was last updated in January 2014 as they went out of business that same year. Sansui's sales had shriveled to just $270,000 by 2010. In Japan, the consumer product maker Doshisha has the right to manufacture and sell under the Sansui brand.  Outside of Japan, the brand belongs to Nimble Holdings of Hong Kong.

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