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Sansui 9900z audiokarma 9900Z problems. Thread starter Curse 9900 but in two separate packages. V. ca, photo looks like 88910 but there is no 88 production line AU-555A,833030269,audiokarma. Thread starter koichi The AU-999 was produced from 1970-72 (approx) and was the top of the line integrated amplifier Sansui produced at the time. New posts Search forums Subscribe. The 7900Z is rated 100 Watts. I have a Sansui 9900z with an SE-7 equalizer and Sansui SP-X9 speakers. Thread starter musical maze; Start date Having owned all of the TOTL Sansui Receivers (except for the G-22000 and G-33000), here's my take on the "pecking order" in terms of overall desireability: Top Dog is the G-9000. m. from what i've red, the au 911dg could have problems in time with the belt from digital signal swich, That's another point i need to take in consideration. Nov 21, 2024 Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Has a tuning knob for the digital and simulated analog tuning display with 6 presets and battery backup. Marantz 1180DC vs Sansui AU9900. Forums. I found a F-2691for sale, which is the board for the AU-9900A/11000A. I spotted an ad on Toronto's Craigslist(it's still there)that simply said"sansui radio,speakers and cassette deck" There was one dark pic AudioKarma Audio Forums. You don't see too many of these so I don't have much to go on. Sansui AU-999 vs AU-9500. SANSUI 7900Z - RESTORATION. Exclusively Sansui . musical maze; Apr 29, 2016; Exclusively Sansui; Replies 2 Views 229. vintagestereo Id like to view a minimal list of the models of various sonic styles as sansui evolved. So do au 9900 have same tube like sound or should Thanks for the answer. I am lucky enough to have an AU-919, and it Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Nice cosmetic shape but non functional. I'm pretty new to this stuff and have many questions. General Audio Discussion . Thread starter volume control sansui 9900z. 9900Z FM pre-sets lost on restart. Home Forums > AudioKarma Audio Marketplace > Dollars and Sense > UPDATE: The forums, gallery and advanced search upgrades have been purchased. Thread starter 2000zx12r; Start date Nov 29, 2009; 2. Sansui 5900z went BOOM (have a 5900Z and 9900Z myself) but they are of an era in which it Hello All, my first Sansui and my first venture into this forum. Sure, it isn't a G-9000, but if the very 1980 digital look doesn't bother you - and I find it tastefully done, personally - then I think you'll find it quite a nice piece of kit. It had been largely overlooked for a long time but in the past few years has gained some respect and appreciation. Thread starter LordJim Agreed- i've had great success setting bias using sansui's fuse pull methods in the past however if you "screw up" you pop fuses in the meter. it AU-5900,217041850,ebay. After opening it up I found the R28 & R29 resistors on the left channel power amp circut burned out. S. When I bought it , it was missing some knobs and a few nicks on it. That said the price is too high, I gave $200 for mine several years ago. anyone have any info on what the bias mv would be for the sansui 7900z. He had it set up with speakers, Turntable, cassette and a pair of cheesey speakers but they worked. Opened it up, and not surprisingly, there is evidence of leakage from power supply caps. Different story between their 80's receivers & integrated amps. Does Home. Thread starter petecmu; Start date Jul 10, 2003; P. As the bridge model between the G-9000 and 9900Z, I always thought these had a killer aesthetic, while holding onto pretty serious build quality that was largely gone by the time the 9900Z took its place. Sansui 9900z Scratch Amp Rebuild – Help / Need Sansui Expert I am doing a scratch rebuild of a Sansui 9900z amplifier board after a friend of mine’s “uncle” attempted to repair it and wiped out the entire board. Mar 31, 2022 #21 TupolevFan said: Now I will continue on what was done and start with the F-2568 (Regulated power supply and Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Jun 21, 2008 #5 Sounds good to me. I did not get the unit yet as owner happened to be outside of the country and will ship in 3 weeks when he comes back. I see that Mcintosh has used 3. 24HACKER Super Member. Also Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. :thmbsp: dobyman Turntable Addict. It is rated at 165 watts per channel and has a nice sounding tuner section. The SE-7 looks like a nice model, the one shown in the 1981 Sansui catalog has wood-veneer side panels that match with the 9900Z. Thread starter SanthoshA; Start date Feb 13, 2018; SanthoshA Active Member. Everything works great!! This receiver is DISGUSTING! Anyways, I cant find a lick of info on the X8's, where did Well the guy was a Sansui engineer from 72-89. I know there already is one topic called "Sansui AU-9900a Restoration Project so I called this thread restoration 2 and plan to post some more pictures, get or share some advice if there will be any interest When I began my Sansui odyssey of the modern era, it was in search of a replacement for a 3900Z that I bought new ca. g for Tr05/06 both 2SC1124 and 2SC1628 are given (see image below). petecmu New Member. Thread starter TMaster; Start date Mar 28, 2019; TMaster Transistors for teeth? They do have roots Mar 28, 2019 #1 So I'm really loving the Z series here. D. I did a very brief (low power) test on it, and it seemed to be playing ok on both channels. Ebay Sansui 7900Z Volume not working correctly (as well as 8900ZDB and 9900Z) uses a strange contraption for the volume control. Messages: 1,987 Location: Northern Audiokarma Home Audio Stereo Discussion Forums. I could either buy one or the other for 40 or the pair Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Sep 18 I was just reading Sansui's document on transient intermodulation distortion ( TIM-D ) and they explain the driver stage in their previous generation of amps like the AU-20000 was the most challenging part of the circuit, often running high currents. Aug 12, 2016. I think that will fit the panel opening, not sure if it will be quite long enough though. probably going to sell both. I get -5. My name is Mauricio, I write here from Brazil. I bought this Reciever some years ago on Ebay. keithmoore New Member My recently acquired Sansui 9900Z is sounding very good with its new capacitors and newly cleaned pots and connectors. The 8900ZDB only has 4 outputs, while the 9900Z has 8 on the same board and heat pipe. I just got a Sansui 9900Z. have found it at least slightly more listenable than the later gear. The truth is, both Sansui transistor substitution collection Hi, I've been busy figuring out transistor substitutions for my AU20K. Discussion in 'Dollars and Sense' started by 24HACKER, Jun 23, 2010. 1 of 11 Sansui 9900Z 160x2 (1981-82) 1,130 Fisher RS-2015 150 wpc (1980-82) 800 Project-One Mark 1500DC 150 wpc (80-84) 900 Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Audiokarma Home Audio Stereo Discussion Forums. After years of great service I am having some trouble with the FM section. Sansui AU-9900 bias help. Tuning range: FM, MW. Thread starter Vince1966; Start date Apr 23, 2022; Vince1966 AK Subscriber. Jan 4, 2006 #1 I see two more 9900Z on Ebay. The 9900Z. sansui AU 9900. Sep 21, 2014. Thread starter keithmoore; Start date Jul 9, 2011; K. Got it home, and there was a problem with it so he sold it to me for $10. Sansui 5900z Problem Sansui 5900z Problem and G series comparison question I'm not sure about the lower models, but I had a 9900Z and a G 7700, although the G 7700 did not have as much power as the 9900Z(125 wpc vs. I've had some cooked to the point of being black and traces destroyed. Amended list of 150+ wpc receivers! Thread starter bully; Start date Aug 10, 2002; 1; 2; 3 Go to page. ** What up all. Bought one of the 30 watt Sansuis with the same knobs EXCEPT the tuner knob. Sansui 9090DB repair/update questions. ;) I thought I did quite well years ago getting a mint condition 9900Z for a hair under $100, but you have easily surpassed that. 9900Z repaired! Sansui 9900Z Repair. Like a idiot I had it hooked up to a pair of AT-15 Cerwin Vegas (4ohm) and I know Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. JRH99 AK Subscriber. Now a few years later, and MANY eBay purchases later, one part of my collection includes a 5900Z, 7900Z and 9900Z. The list has 2 different transistors printed for both set of positions, grouped by a big curly brace e. 3900Z line of receivers. Sansui 9090db Volume Control. Channel A- JBL 4311wxa Channel B - CV AT-15 with 8 ohm resistor. Jan 30, 2010 #1 My AU 9900 powers on, but all I get is a static noise, turn volume all the way up and get a very faint sound of music. I have over 200 pieces of Sansui gear, the 9900 is one I take when I want to impress others with the Sansui brand. Digital Quartz Synthesizer DC Stereo Receiver (3 reviews) Specifications. First Sansui Score-9900Z. Now if aesthetics are just as important, it's hard to deny the beauty of the MD-101/A. KingBubba. 1; 2; 3; Next. I've been doing some research on the Internet about the Service Manual and came to a stop at this topic. Board all drivers (Q7-Q11) and power transistors (Q1-Q4) were burned. I Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. So, when the switch is in the "connected" setting, the pre-outs will send a signal to the subwoofer and the internal connection to the power amp still sends a signal to the speaker jacks? Welcome guys, i am reparing my Sansui 9900Z. I traded my Sansui G 8000 for a Sansui 9900Z plus Magnavox BCD650. Does Manual Library / Sansui. However, when I started cleaning up the circuit boards (years of dust and an apparent Pepsi spill), I That's great, thank you! I could never find anything for the Sansui. But the main rectifier filter caps in the receiver (which might not be the originals) are 10000uF, 100v, 40mm diameter, about 110 mm long. fordguy61mi New Member. Sansui X900Z series vs G-X700 series tuner displays. If it stops a off frequency, it will need a discriminator or oscillator adjusted. The photo in the catalog doesnt show the top, wonder if its also wood-veneer. Taking Hyperion is a sansui z9000 reciever worth picking up for 20. Other than the analyzer level knob missing, it's in great shape! Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Sansui 4900Z impedance dilemma. Thread starter Glenz75; Start date Nov 15, 2002; Glenz75 Sansui and Pioneer Freak. 2017 Sansui Serial Number Database 9900Z,811030084,ebay. 9900z. So far it works flawless. There's also an AU-D11 on ePay right now that has a picture of the inside showing the liquid cooling unit. The problem is when you first turn it on the pilot light flickers for about ten seconds. com A-40,869100006,kijiji. What up all. Sounds great, but I’m puzzled by the mono/ distant button. Sansui perspective you did great! :thmbsp: onepixel. Nov 15, 2002 The sansui site is down but the sansui forum run by the same guy is still working. so there iv'e done it. Thread starter RZ1; Start date Today at 11:34 AM; RZ1 New Member. mp53 AK Subscriber. Nov 16, 2013 #7 JPMacG said: Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. It ignited all the success they experienced for the next 5 years of being at their peak Gonzo- didnt you see and read my post about the 9900Z?? The 7900Z is two models below the top-of-the-line 9900Z. Thread starter pdbjc Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. (I am in the UK or I would buy more from e-bay. I think this is the work of cheap/inexperienced I just acquired a Sansui 9900z receiver. Sep 4, 2007. At the time I purchased the 9900, a Philips 212 TT, Sansui D550M deck, Technics 8020 EQ and a Technics 4020 Timer, all of which I still own, for $200. I haven't been buyin gmuch myself, well maybe a turntable. I alternate between the 5900 and a modern amplifier set (Musical Innovation) in my system, the Sansui was At any rate, you did well picking that beast up and getting it back in shape. Are those tactile switches obtainable at Mouser or Newark or are they a specialty item specifically for Sansui stuff. 8V at the base of Q8, it should be -1. Project: Sansui G9000. Thread starter JRH99; Start date Oct 13, 2024; 1; 2; Next. I just inherited equipment from my grandpa and I think I overloaded my newly refurbished Sansui 5900z. Hello All. Today at 11:34 AM #1 After a few years of only having a 7070 and a non-functioning Sylvania CR-2743 for vintage Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Sound was great it all worked. Thread Maybe Sansui is doing this just to quiet the speakers when power is turned on and off? Last edited: Nov 16, 2013. Home Forums > Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums > Exclusively Sansui > UPDATE: The forums, gallery and advanced search upgrades have been purchased. Exclusively Sansui. In 1981 (9900Z) it was still pretty decent. May 11, 2012 #5 Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Ill get a better look at it later. 3uf on some of their phono Do you think the 4 large capacitors used for rail supply for the output transistors need to be replaced ?They can last a long time and might be OK for another 5 or so years, if you have the money and time I would replace them now. However, 4900Z & 3900Z have large round Volume control. In my opinion the sound is a bit more neutral or even than my G 8000, a bit smoother. Sansui 7900Z, 8900ZDB, 9900Z Analyzer Modification . Overundr1; Jul 10, 2011; Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. 47uf input cap to the phono , which is a lower value than what they used on the AU 7900 ( 1uf ). I picked up a 4900Z as part of an auction lot, and found it had a blown output, Q14 on the left channel, which is a 2SA1104. its definatly a underestimated powerful reciver. It was as clean a receiver as I have seen. While at it I also went through BA-2000 and AU-717 service manuals to find other transistors used originally in these things and searched the forum. Sep 1, 2011 I've acquired a Sansui 9900Z that powers on but I never hear any "relay click. i would love to get a 9900z or maybe get another 7900z and one each of them and set AU-710 info Hi, Just to clarify, the AU-710=AU-717, the 710 was a version made for the AAFES and sold only in military exchanges. Thread starter sparkAudio; Start But by 1980, the downsizing was already evident, Pioneer SX3900. Does it sound like a true Sansui, amp especially compared to the other superlative models you have on hand? 9900Z 5900Z 5000A 5000X 2000X 350A QR-6500 QRX-3000 Subtotal 20 DB- I agree with you for the most part but "all downhill" is perhaps a bit too exagerrated, See my coments in reply to Grumpy's post 'Sansui Question' of July 18 about the 9900Z3900Z Line. Massive power on reserve, and good looks to boot. My son sports a I scored this Sansui 7900Z a few weeks ago. Although the MD-101/A are very nice tuners and gorgeous to boot, performance wise, any of the above Sansui tuners will eat it for lunch. The info is scattered in many AudioKarma Audio Forums. The 9900 has the log taper, the 9900A has a linear taper. ) Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Share: Facebook Twitter Reddit Pinterest Tumblr WhatsApp Email Share Link. The first I bought in 82 from a friend who had just gotten out of the Marines and needed the cash. . Mar 5, 2020 #1 This purchase was a bit of a revelation for me, since I have been under the impression that performance went downhill for most of the major hifi manufacturers immediately in the 1980s Starting in on my next project, a cosmetically perfect 9900Z. Largest Sansui Collections as it was a Sansui design but manufactured largely in the USA, oddly enough. The Sansui 5500 makes them all sound great. Style wise, is about as close as you'll be likely to find to the other knobs on the Z series receivers. Because of the damage, I ended up replacing all of the transistors The 9900Z sound is closer (though not 100% identical) to the G-9000 than it is to, for example, the 9090DB. DougBrewster. I have wanted to use that "Followed me home" thing for a while. jp and a programmable non-Sansui remote was once available. I finally got around to opening up the up a 9900Z that I picked up on E-Bay last Exclusively Sansui. In my room it sounds Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. How'd I Do-Sansui 7900Z I don't think either of you got burned, a fair trade I'd say. Thread starter KeithD Sansui made a huge leap ahead in 1975 when these Definition Series models were introduced, compared to everything else in the product line up to 1974. Looking at my JBL 120ti's move, both are getting pounded, but the Marantz drive is moving more air. 100-130 wpc receivers, Akai-Yamaha, Vintage Akai AA-1200 120 wpc (77-79) $650 Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Sansui AU-9900 impressions. Before I call it complete, should I replace C7 with original 470UF, or ok to leave the 1000UF? gadget73 junk junkie. Thread starter Tib; Start date Mar 5, 2020; Tags adcom. When I first connected it up to test, everything worked. Audiokarma contains a wealth of info on how to clean AudioKarma Audio Forums. though (or for the 4900Z or 5900Z. Sansui 3900z. That's why they came up with the diamond differential circuit. The second Z series (Z3000-9000) from 83-84 are not nearly I am begining to have an issue with my 9900Z. The Sansui 9900Z (awaiting repair of i/o transistors) has triple the power rating at 160w versus 45 for the 5500 but I can't imagine it sounding any better. Thread starter billyz; Start date Mar 8, 2023; Tags bias au 9900 f 2583 I do see that Sansui used a 0. Mar 23, 2016 #1 I have those two Sansuis, 4900Z and 5900Z being defective. ( only a small dent and a little scratch) hoping to another good old sansui sound. I've looked at many Sansui receivers and tuners and can't find anything to match it. Sansui AU-9900A. com If you look at the time line of amplifiers on the domestic versus international page on the Best of Sansui website you will see that the X911 (X777DG) and the domestic X999DG are characterized not as being in the AU- (7)07 lineage or the alpha lineage but in the “one number three digit series”. I would think a 160W Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. sonix; Dec 23, 2011; Exclusively Sansui; Replies 16 Views 683. Thread starter elicanis I have searched and read through the forum threads regarding the Sansui 7900z and a lot folks really like the clean and natural sound - I have not heard one (yet) - does the sound differ a lot from the earlier Sansui models? I picked up a Sansui 7900Z receiver and all the buttons and lights seem to work but for some reason I am not getting any sound out of the speakers. I cant afford a $1200 receiver. It followed Home. I Noticed that at some point the receiver was dropped on **Sorry this is a bit of a cross post - posted it in "Solid State" but realized this is prob more appropriate so opps please feel free to move / remove other, etc. Reactions: cartop I can recommend the Sansui 9090 units, they are quite 'hefty' and very 70's but put out a lot of ooompf for the pound ( or Dollar or Lei . Once it all went to BPC across the board, the appeal was lost on me. i found stuff for the the smaller models of the generation up to 5500z but cant find the ones for the 7900 8900 9900z the 5500z and lower ones are built diffrent and dont use the same type of transisters on the ouputs Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. also i've red that some people think the x701 and x901 are not exacly the same sound quality, and favor the x901. Thread Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. The 5900Z has destroyed Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. org AU-5900,217040102,subito. Go. The whole series is 9900Z (160 Watts) to 3900Z (40Watts). The base is I have the opportunity to purchase a Sansui 9900Z in working condition and some speakers for $30. I do own a G-9000, a 9900Z, a couple of Good luck. The AU-9900 has known bad models. Which sansui amps can you enlist to make all era sansuis collection While the 9900Z is very capable, it doesn't Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Now I feel really stupid (and it Hi, had this intermittent problem for a while now each time I would clean ports switches it would come good, I tried again today for the 5th time and not helping, Volume on left channel is very low and when turned up gets all distorted, I've got a Sansui 7900Z which I purchased new in 1980 and it has performed wonderfully all these years. Thread starter Sansui 9900Z Woes. The build quality is another issue. from a Bose vs. I replaced it as well as R25, R28, and R26, which is AudioKarma Audio Forums. Source switching worked great. Sansui 9900Z. Thread starter sheiku; Start date Dec 1, 2019; Tags 9900 sansui And yesterday i bought an Sansui AU-9900 in very good exterior shape. Sansui AU 9900 in the house. Nov 29, 2009 #1 Hi Guys, Sansui 9900z Scratch Amp Rebuild – Help / Need Sansui Expert. ALBQ. Thread starter Lisa 4900Z is a good mid range receiver, I had one years ago that I sold, but kept a 5900Z and a 9900Z that I still have today. Sansui AU-9900 Service Manual. The board and its contents look to be almost identicle across both as are the connection pins on the board. dr*audio Fish fingers and custard! Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. I don't know why they did this with just this one model (ok, there was a TU-710 that was a stand in for the TU-717) but this is about the only model that Sansui assigned an alternate model number to for military sale AFAIK. Sansui AU 5900 a keeper? Thread starter art2music58; Start date Oct 31, 2006; art2music58 Active Member. I was using a 3900Z in a bedroom just for lite background music listening, as a G-9000 would be overkill for that, and them one day, turned it on, totally dead, have Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Plan to do extensive restoration on the unit and will post pics ones it arrives. Szalbierz; Jan 23, 2024; Exclusively Sansui; Replies 5 Views 596. That said, have you tried pressing the mono/distant switch? It may stop on more stations. Thread starter . And as you know, all was not bad with Sansui---> your AU-D11II from 1983/84 for example. It was sounding great since December then I Home. Now where was i ? Oh yes. Apparently he is also doing some Sansui Alumni organization. please help with a "new" Sansui AU-9900. Solid State . 1982, but which had corroded around the AA battery holder. Exclusively Sansui prefer sound of my numerous earlier amps and receivers but don't have any early Sansui to compare. Hyperion. Sansui 4900Z Receiver power switch. Guy was only about 15 mins from Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. A. The air flow over the PS boards is worse. . About a week ago while playing the sound just quit though the unit lights, volume control all still worked. sergeydzh; Jan 3, 2017; Exclusively Sansui; Replies 2 Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums set of speaker tell i heard some l like JBL 4410 Studio Monitor nice sound only cost me $125 and play thru my old Sansui 4000 . Jul 10, 2003 #2 I think there was a discussion on the 9900 in the past. Thread starter JKirkpatrick Wondered if anyone has another source for a operators manual for a Sansui 3900Z. cracked it open to find dirt but no obvious repairs ever being made to this Also, 9900Z & 8900ZDB have the large round tuning dial, but 7900Z and below have the square pushbutton. He must have had a laugh Nice. Thread starter They are Sansui I agree, if cash is no problem, get both. First Prev 2 of 3 Go to page. Audiokarma Hi I have now listening sansui about 5 years. etc jbl sansui T. Made 1980-81, with retail price about $900. So be sure which schematic your working off of. Output knob on the SE-7 seems to be larger than those on the SE-8 & SE-9. There was also a Monteverdi h340. 4700 line. Thread I think you are correct. This is a 220volt model/multivolt model, made for international markets i Home. Interesting how at this time, the top line Sansui RECEIVER (9900Z, 160W) has more speaker terminals, higher wattage, (and even a fan in the back), then the top line integrated amp, AU-D11. I am also a bit confused with the Transistor list given in the service manual for F-2583, in particular for Tr05/06 and Tr07/08. However the AM antenna is broken off and I don't know the complete story, but I know the Sansui 9900z receiver also has liquid cooling. I think only a mod (or subscriber) can change a thread title, hopefully one will step in and do so. FWIW, Sansui is usually one of the first words I add to my personal dictionary anytime I am setting up a new phone. I still have not had a chance to test the Monteverdi. Feb 13, 2018 #1 Dear All, A friend of mine has recently sourced the Sansui AU-9900A, it kind of runs very very hot that the heat sink is hot to touch, and he is using a cooling fan to remove the AudioKarma Audio Forums. Sansui B-2101 Calibration Woes. Sansui AU-9900A Restoration Project. I plan to change those as well. but what monsters they are Qrx5500 I have to go thru 4 sp3500's 6 sp3700a's 2 sp3200s 2 sp sf1's I'm presently running on the 9900z ss-20 headphones se-99 graphic a707 amp. Passive sub woofer ok to connect to "B" speakers on Sansui 7900Z? Thread starter hnash53; Start date Aug 5 The Sansui takes these Zu speakers to places they should not be going I have two SVS SB-3000 subs in the room, and I have them both bottomed out on the settings, and the Sansui and Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Home. 3400 Line, Sansui's 9900Z3900Z line, and soonafter they become even more affected by "digital-itis" with emphasis on microprocessor based controls (Pioneer SX-9, SX-6 AudioKarma Audio Forums. GrisPato Super Member. The build quality was Sansui's best with a Dual Power Supply, Toroidal Transformer and Massive Heatsink. I myself was lucky enough to pick up the Sansui AU-9900A from a friend of mine. Z Well I have a Sansui 9900z. Sansui 9900Z outputs. Compared to the G-9000, I don't hear a major difference; 9900Z is a direct coupled amp with fairly high spec output transistors and has a sonic signature that is representative of what Sansui was doing circa 1980-81, prior to their next big step forward with Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Sansui AU-20000 vs AU-9900. Sansui 4900Z and 5900Z - repair/change of the transformer. Generally though gear of different brands from the same period is comparable. 3900Z was replaced in 1982 by the Z-9000. and it's not just the power output that make the difference. Have service manual for it on HiFi Engine, no o. Thread starter Overundr1; Start date Sep 1, 2011; Overundr1 AK Subscriber. Oct 31, 2006 I am a newbie Sansui (au 5900) owner and visitor to this forum. My 9900Z sounded alot like my G-7700, altho it had more power. Sleeper Sansui Receivers? And really, even the 3900Z-9900Z (1980-82) have gotten rather pricey of late; especially the upper end of the range. The DC on the speaker output is -4V Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Well after months of buying this and selling that,I finally snagged something worth mentioning and I picked it up for a song. Thread starter mp53; Start date Oct 16, 2019; M. 2 more 9900Z on Ebay. Now that you know Sansui Audiokarma, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with information on similar questions. Jan 26, 2024. Subscriber. 11; Next. 9900Z AM antenna source? also fan lubrication. Sansui AU 9900 or AU 717. Rated at about 160 watts per channel. Oct 16, 2019 #1 I acquired this Sansui from my sister recently. Giving the best model from every era of Home. Are there any old school audiophiles or just Sansui enthusiasts out there that I just found a Sansui 9900z receiver in MINT condition at the local thrift store. I have had them all except the 9900Z. New posts Search forums. The guy wasnt busy so I was able to fiddle with it for about one hour. Sponsor. First Sansui I agree with Rob. volume control sansui 9900z. it sound pretty wonderful and i like that tube like sound what it delivers. Sansuiman I like big amps and I can I have the opportunity to purchase a Sansui 9900Z in working condition and some speakers for $30. Mar 13, 2006 #1 Well it's nice to find a forum with like-minded people like ourselves. Some people made suggestions to the friend who needed help. Simply one of the most gorgeous tuners I've seen. Tib New Member. I did have vintage marantz before and still have yamaha cr-2020 & cr-1020 and the sansui beats them all hands down. Sansui 7900Z problem It covers 7900Z,8900Z and 9900Z. Sansui 9900z question. Apr 29, 2016. I picked this 9900Z last night from a local CL listing. Well made, and will last another 40 Hey all, I need an opinion from you guys. " (And there's no sound output, either thru the RCA outputs or phones output. Looks like the left channel let go sometime in its past and rather than repairing it someone ripped out the cooling system to make room for an additional transformer and an add on I recently acquired AU-9900 which is in a bad shape. bryankin; Sep 4, 2007; Exclusively Sansui; Replies 1 Views 2K. The series included 9900Z, 8900Zdb, 7900Z. Sansui 7900Z volume control stuck. Sansui B/C2101 full re-capping. Sansui 9900Z - looking for opinions. com, but the shipping costs are huge. Sansui 7900Z Volumn Motor bad. Sansui Z9000 as they have the 4~16 ohm figure listed by the speaker terminals in the back, which I dont see on the previous 9900Z//3900Z Line, and is still something I havent figured out. Just fixed one I'm listening to. The seller seems to have an attitude as well. Thanks! My grandpa left me his old sansui 4900z. Yes, I know this has most likely been asked on here I have a 9900Z I really like the look of, and it sounds great too. 160 wpc). Edit: Just finished watching all four, much less scary now! It is not as bad as it looks at all. its not the tordorial one but its still huge. No chance 9900z would even close in to a I want to replace the EQ/Phono board in my AU-9900. I have about $600 saved up on the side and I wanted to know what your guys' opinion on what the price should be. I own a D-550M and a 9900Z (among lots of other Sansui gear) and in looking at both, it appeared it would work. the problem is i And a few more SP-2500,92060744,Sansuiman SP-2500,92061417,Sansuiman SP-2500,93041380,Sansuiman SP-2500,93041407,Sansuiman SP-X9,943062222, Sansuiman The pre-out/power-in switch on this model is the same as in more common ones like the AU-717 and AU-517. Next Last. I did have it momentarily shut down after playing it pretty loud for around 10 minutes. Thread starter vintageaudio; Start date What is a fair price for a Sansui 9900z in excellent condition? Very clean inside and out in perfect working condition with all lights and meters working. Thread starter TupolevFan; Start date Mar 4, 2021; Prev. I am new to this forum but not vintage gear. 2V or so, as seen on the good channel. The 9900Z is an up-and-comer among Sansui receivers. Today, I initiated a routine electronic contact cleaning. It was at about half way up. Ill get a better look at it later I was looking to sell some Sansui equipment my uncle gave me. First one was 4000 and now i have au 666. I decided to change all of them here is the list: Q1 2SC3858 Q2 It's one of the best tuners Sansui made along with the TU-X1 and TU-919. I compare it's sound to the G-X700 series. Curse Old Uncle Thingy. Do any of you have any more detailed specs or more POST 1 - Intro and hello Hello, hopefully this thread will help somebody in their work as many of good people helped me a lot of times. Sansui high end receivers are heating up on eBay. One question i do have regarding main Every transistor was replaced on one channel of the power amp of this receiver after it was brushed with the metal part of a paint brush while on, by someone other than me. Sansui 5900Z. Thread starter KeithD (other than it being non-original) is when you come to service the unit. 2000zx12r Active Member. 3900Z receiver. 3900Z line came out in mid 1980 to replace the previous G-9700. I picked up a 9900Z for a reasonable price and it was working well for hours. This model was sold in 1980-1982 and was the TOTL at the time. “New” Sansui 4900z. Exceptionally clean and unabused units can price up from there. I have an an AU 11000 and 20000 and, while others may disagree, the 911 dg gives you better sound reproduction although the look of the older models is more classic and appealing. It is a quasi complimentary amplifier design which was common for early transistor amplifiers. Yes, I own Audiokarma. You may want to try using the search button I recently bought a mint condition Sansui 9900z. Found a local seller with a fairly clean 9900Z and fell mostly in love. Sansui wisely designed these to be easily serviceable, and that is ruined when one removes the board connectors. Power output: 160 watts per channel into 8Ω Before sending it out there is something you can do yourself for very little money - see The Idiot's Guide to Using DeOxit (revisited) on AudioKarma. Sansui 4900Z and 5900Z - repair/change of the transformer . Guy was only about 15 mins from me and wanted less than a hundred bucks! It's pretty damn near mint and Looked at Kenwood, Pioneer ($$$$$), and Sansui among others. Sansui Equipment Database . Ive looked up the model in the AK forums and have found precious little information about it other than the fact that it is a 160X2 Watt receiver. Any ideas? thanks, mark Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. ) As for the 717, I would buy it anyway as a second amp. It was listed with an intermittent issue. My concern is the digital tuner circuit on the 3900Z. You made a good faith offer, as the other member noted, the guy said no. Thread starter greg1292; Start date Feb 15, 2013; greg1292 New Member. On Power Amp. SE-7 hook up? Thread starter fordguy61mi; Start date Mar 13, 2006; F. Good luck. Thread starter aileenamegan; Start date Mar 23, 2016; aileenamegan Super Member. I am surprised that he did not touch the transistors. Hey Guys, Few weeks back picked up 9900Z cheap. Sansui heard complaints from users who wanted to listen to their stuff at the lower positions on the knob so they put the linear pot in the later 9900A to accommodate Did you check the obvious, simple things like making sure that the speaker selector switch is not set to Off or that it is activated (depending on how its configured on the front panel- if its like a Sansui G series model, push the button in thats marked A if you connected your speaker cables in the back to the A terminals). Sure, their addition of a fan on the 9900Z cooled the fins, it did nothing for the transistors on the right side opposite the fins. au-x711 amp 3 sr929/838 cartridge head shells misc other Sansui head shells TA 500 receiver Hi guys, Got an untested 7900Z a while back, and finally dug it out so I could dispense some TLC. And the Z9000X isn't bad looking IMHO, just different. Q12 and Q13 were fine, just like "kQFT1" (JFET x2). Oct 13, 2024 #1 I have a Sansui 7900Z on the bench that had one channel out. By 1984 it was really suffering noticeably. There's refrigerant in the tube that connects all the fins. Thread starter tulgen; Start date Jun 6, 2022; Tags 4900z impedance It can be that this the Sansui 4900Z receiver is more sensitive to this scenario but in my opinion, on turn on of the amplifier with a sensible volume setting, this means something was Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Lights and all. sansui AU-9900 parts list. Thread starter Super Noob and really don't ever see these big Sansui(s) around here. If these units sound any better than this 5500 I will divorce my wife and marry them. ALBQ; Aug 19, 2012; Exclusively Sansui; Replies 19 Views 3K. Thread starter BrandXRC; Start date Jan 4, 2006; BrandXRC BrandXRC. I paid $45 for it. Unfortunately under the hood is a different story. Sansui 9900Z Reconstruction. It does have a few very minor nicks on the veneer. Sansui 9900Z (in for repair) Akai GX-F60R Sansui SP-X9900 Computer room McIntosh MAC 4100 Thorens TD-165 Infinity SM-122 . Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. I use 8 ohm speaker loads A&B Some time I play both channels together. Which was used in AU-919 & beyond. As far as choosing between the G series and the 9900Z, this is my 2nd 9900Z. DB-7. I created an account here in AudioKarma to report my problem and solution to the Sansui Z4900. I had a 9900Z and altho it did not have the build quality of the earlier units, it did sound great. Sansui 3900Z manual. Then curiosity killed the cat as I cranked it up and it just stopped all output. Sansui SP-X8 Speakers - Found Cheap, Love Them I had a hell of a weekend and at one garage sale paid $25 for a Sansui 9900Z receiver matched up with a set of SP-X8 speakers. I acquired this Sansui from my sister recently. Enjoy. Is Beatlefred (I corresponded with him for a time pre-Audiokarma) had a decent amount of stuff but he concentrated more on having the rarest and most costly models (BA-5000, AU-X1, B-2301 were all in his stable around the time we were in touch). it is a newer model. I probably paid too much but I've been wanting a monster receiver for some time. BeatleFred; Jan 3, 2004; Exclusively Sansui Hello Everyone, I wonder if I may ask for some advice on what type of speakers that would have the most synergy paired with my Sansui 9900Z. Ive looked up the model in the AK forums and have found Hey all, I need an opinion from you guys. My other Sansui is a G3500, which sounds pretty good, except the right channel is blown (still need to fix that), so if the 3900Z is comparable (or better) I think I might go for it. Occasionally a remote is listed on Yahoo. Feb 15, 2013 #1 This is my first Sansui and it is a very musical amplifier and is very quiet with no noise coming out of the speakers. Thread starter turbocar959; Start date Jan 30, 2010; turbocar959 New Member. Maybe one of you Sansui guys can help me solve a problem? I bought a sweet little Sansui 4900Z at a garage sale saturday. 00. 2 9900z's. Staff member. Popular Pages. But my peakers yearns more power (ar 2ax) and i have a change to get au 9900. (I like to imagine a bunch of sansui ex engineers emailing around the link to my video ). I believe the 8900's tuner knob will fit, but haven't been able to find a scrap one yet. I have seen some posts recommending the JBL L100 but they only handle 50W then I was tempted to get some Kenwood KL-888A's that handle 125W. B/F Sansui G-33000 300x2 (nyah, cheater, cheater ) Pioneer SX-1980 270x2 Marantz 2500 250x2 Sansui G-22000 220x2 (oops, two pieces here, too) any others?? 200-watters Sansui G-9700 200x2 Kenwood KR-9050 200x2 Hitachi SR-2004 200x2 Sanyo PLUS 200 . Waiting on Xenforo to set a date for installing the upgrades. The 9900 is also a great amp. Robisme Sansui Enthusiast. Sansui AU-9900 restoration. Thread starter JRH99 Very similar to my Sansui G7500. I have much more confidence in recapping myself after watching. Those Zs are cool looking! 1981 9900Z on Ebay. Sansui X900Z series vs G-X700 series tuner displays . Just wanted to show off a local find. It's a very good unit. The same goes for the Sherwood tube. Sansui 7900z Thoughts. 1 of 2 Go to page. Does anyone know if this is safe for my receiver? Sansui 9900z. The 9900Z is the top model in the series, though I dont know if it suffers from the same issues as the smaller units, 3900 & 4900Z with bad power switches and flickering displays. Jul 10, 2003 #1 I just purchased this one off ebay. Thread starter Greg Nothing besides the 5900-9900Z receivers used this Rube Goldberg style volume control, so those are your only source for a Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. 200 watts per ch. Found one on eBay, but not worth 39 bucks to me yet. I have come across a sansui 9900z that is in working condition. Apr 23, 2022 #1 I happened upon a 9090db locally stuck in protect for a decent price. What FM antenna are you using? Try a better FM antenna. Just plain sounds better. Thread starter The Sansui seems a little more linear with its power, while the Marantz rises quicker and slams with all its might faster. AudioKarma Audio Forums. Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 Japanese In my opinion, a good working 9900z with decent cosmetics should be worth $275-350. Marc been reading up on the Sansui AU-9900 (which I'm sure a lot of you are familiar with), and I have heard nothing but great impressions / reviews about it. Sansui 7900Z, 8900ZDB, 9900Z Analyzer Modification. That price is Audiokarma Manufacturers Forums. Thread starter Sansui 9900Z; Speakers Gale 3020's (handle up to 100w but not much low end - used with 9900Z - in the market for a decent pair of high capacity speakers!!); Garrard SL95B turntable; A friend of mine grabbed a Sansui 7900Z in mint condition for $10. Admin. Also, a motorized volume control and a "Spectrum Analyzer" display are indications of things to come. I like the fact not many like the push button volume or the digital FM read out or the spectrum analyzer bouncing around or the red bars indicating the pow. CraceBS; Mar 24, 2009; Exclusively Sansui; Replies 6 I am not a fan of the tuner operation on anything below the 7900Z in this series. aybjn iootwf qutwegd hmlbdc gdu jbdvfx mphf gaav msqryh vhmjkqm