Pioneer SX‑580 Vintage Receiver – Serviced, 20 WPC, Custom Ottawa Valley Cherry Wood Cabinetry

The Pioneer SX‑580 you see here isn’t just a compact receiver—it’s a beautifully restored icon of late‑1970s hi‑fi.
Lovingly serviced and detailed by Radique Audio, this circa‑1979 classic delivers 20 watts per channel of clean, musical Pioneer sound with our exclusive custom Ottawa Valley cherry wood cabinetry, precision‑applied for a warm, elegant finish that’s unmistakably Radique.

Compact and refined, the SX‑580 was designed at the tail end of the receiver wars—bringing big Pioneer performance to smaller spaces. Built in Japan during the golden age of silver‑faced audio, it features robust construction, clean controls, and that signature Pioneer glow from its illuminated dial and stereo meters.

Service & Condition

• Professionally serviced: deoxidized controls, full circuit inspection, and factory‑spec testing

• Exclusive Ottawa Valley cherry wood cabinetry, hand‑crafted and refinished by Radique Audio

• Faceplate, knobs, and meters in very good condition

• Fully tested and performing at original Pioneer specifications

Features

• 20 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)

• Loudness function for rich low‑volume listening

• FM muting and rear switch for FM de‑emphasis

• Tape in/out, phono input, and aux input

• Stereo power meters with signal meter

• Click‑stop bass and treble controls with center defeat

Specifications

• Power Output: 20 WPC into 8Ω

• Frequency Response: 5Hz – 100kHz

• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.3%

• Damping Factor: 25

• Input Sensitivity: 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)

• Signal‑to‑Noise Ratio: 73dB (MM), 90dB (line)

• Output: 150mV (line)

• Speaker Load Impedance: 4Ω (minimum)

• Semiconductors: 3 × FET, 5 × IC, 17 × transistors, 29 × diodes

• Dimensions: 435 × 144.5 × 314mm (17.1” × 5.7” × 12.4”)

• Weight: 8.3kg (18.3 lbs)

Why Choose Radique?

At Radique Audio, our mission is to breathe new life into legendary components so they can continue to bring joy to real music lovers—not landfills. Like all of our refurbished pieces, this Pioneer reflects our dedication to lasting quality, sustainability, and great sound.

Careful, high‑quality packaging ensures your vintage receiver arrives safely. Each Radique unit ships in a heavy‑duty 275lb‑test double‑wall box, surrounded by industrial‑grade bubble wrap and sealed with reinforced tape. Shipping damage is virtually unheard of.
Watch our unboxing video!

📦 Ready to ship promptly after purchase

⚠️ Important Info for International Buyers

This receiver is configured for North American 110/120V power.
If outside North America, please use a step‑down transformer and appropriate adapter. Consult an electrician if unsure.

Radique Advantages

• Bumper‑to‑Bumper Warranty

• Perpetual Trade‑Back Program (for used/vintage purchases only)

• Exclusive Ottawa Valley cherry cabinetry craftsmanship

• Consistent, high‑quality packaging for safe delivery

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