Pioneer SX-680 Vintage Receiver | 30 WPC | Cherry Finish
$895.00
Experience the warmth of vintage Pioneer sound with the SX‑680—a 30 WPC receiver beautifully restored and finished in Ottawa Valley Cherry Wood.
✅ Fully serviced and tested
✅ Late‑1970s silver‑face charm, 100% authentic Pioneer build
✅ Covered by the Radique Warranty
✅ Backed by our Perpetual Trade‑Back Program
✅ Expertly packed in a rugged double‑wall shipping box
🎧 Compact, reliable, and perfect for smaller listening spaces.
2 in stock
Pioneer SX‑680 Vintage Receiver – Serviced, 30 WPC, Custom Ottawa Valley Cherry Wood Cabinetry
The Pioneer SX‑680 is a classic example of late‑1970s Pioneer quality—engineered for warmth, clarity, and unmistakable vintage style.
Professionally serviced and fully detailed by Radique Audio, this beautifully restored unit delivers 30 watts per channel of musical precision, encapsulated in our signature Ottawa Valley cherry wood cabinetry, for a timeless blend of craftsmanship and sound.
Designed and built in Japan during the height of Pioneer’s silver‑face era, the SX‑680 exemplifies the balance between simple elegance and enduring reliability.
Service & Condition
Fully serviced to original Pioneer specifications
Deoxidized controls and recalibrated circuits
Exclusive Ottawa Valley cherry wood cabinetry
Faceplate, knobs, and meters in excellent cosmetic condition
Functionally tested, performing to factory standards
Features
30 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Loudness function & FM muting
Dual power and signal meters
Phono, tape, and aux inputs
Click‑stop bass and treble tone controls
Sensitive FM tuner with dual‑gate MOS FET
Specifications
Power Output: 30WPC into 8Ω
Frequency Response: 5Hz–100kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.1%
Damping Factor: 25
Input Sensitivity: 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)
S/N Ratio: 75dB (MM), 90dB (line)
Speaker Load Impedance: 4Ω minimum
Dimensions: 17.1″ × 5.7″ × 12.4″ (435 × 145 × 314mm)
Weight: 8.9kg (19.6 lbs)
Why Choose Radique?
At Radique Audio, we’re passionate about giving classic gear a second life.
Each component is carefully serviced, tested, and refinished to deliver decades of listening enjoyment—while keeping legendary pieces out of the landfill.
Every order ships in a heavy‑duty 275lb‑test double‑wall box, cushioned with industrial bubble wrap and reinforced tape for safe journey home.
Watch our unboxing video
📦 Ready to ship promptly after purchase
⚡ Important Voltage Information
Configured for 110/120V North American power.
If outside North America, use a step‑down transformer and appropriate adapter.
Radique Advantages
Exclusive Ottawa Valley cherry cabinetry craftsmanship
Careful, double‑wall shipping protection
📺 Visit the Radique YouTube Channel for restoration stories and behind‑the‑scenes videos.
🌳 Caring for Your Cherrywood Cabinet
Each refinished cherry cabinet is prepared to highlight the natural warmth and grain of real wood. For tips on keeping it looking its best for decades, including safe cleaners, what to avoid, and how to manage sunlight exposure, see our Cherrywood Cabinet Care Guide. 👉
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| Weight | 25 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16 × 21 × 9.75 in |
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