Pioneer SX-60 Computer Controlled Stereo Receiver

Pioneer Thrift Store Find

I recently came across this old Pioneer SX-60 Stereo receiver at a local Goodwill for just $6.  It powered up, but I didn't have speakers, wires, headphones, or any other means of testing it.  One push button for "Subsonic" was missing from the front as well.  That being said, I really should have bought this neat looking little unit.

Pioneer SX-60 Receiver

Pioneer SX-60 Receiver Specs

According to HiFiEngine, this was an 80 watt per channel, 8-ohm speaker, receiver.  According to the backplate, it can handle speakers with impedance from 6 Ohms to 16 Ohms.  The front controls are super simple with buttons for Video, CD/Aux, AM, FM, and Phono.

Pioneer SX-60 Receiver Reviews

While the audiophiles over on AudioKarma.org derisively refer to the SX-60 as an example of "Pioneer Plastic" from the 1980s, there are no complaints about sound quality at all.  Actual owners seem happy with the sound and the super low bargain price. 

Pioneer SX-60 Backplate

If you are looking for an inexpensive entry into dirt cheap audio, a Pioneer SX-60 might be an attractive option. At least, you'd get a nice silver face.

Pioneer SX-60 Receiver Manuals

If you are looking for a Pioneer SX-60 service manual, elektrotanya.com has one here.  The HiFiEngine has the user manual.