Sony 150 WPC Flagship Receiver, Serviced & Customized STR-V7

Sony STR‑V7 Flagship Receiver – Monster 150W Vintage Amp Restored, Level 3 Service, Gold Binding Posts, Cherry Wood Panels

Presenting a truly exceptional example of Sony’s most powerful and iconic flagship vintage receiver—the STR‑V7. Meticulously restored to our Level 3 service standard and upgraded for ultimate performance and flexibility, this 1970s “monster receiver” combines power, prestige, and style in one breathtaking package.

Why This STR‑V7 Stands Out
Sony’s 1970s Flagship Model: The top of the V‑Series line, delivering 150 watts per channel of authoritative Class AB power. Legendary among collectors for its dynamic slam, precision, and rich musical warmth.

Radique Level 3 Restoration: All critical capacitors refreshed, controls and switches cleaned + relubricated, relays and protection circuits tested, tuner aligned, and output bias expertly matched for flawless operation.

Tasteful Custom Upgrades:

Gold‑plated 5‑way binding posts (bananas/spades/bare wire) – massive upgrade from weak factory spring clips.

Discrete pre‑out / main‑in RCAs – an audiophile essential for bi‑amping, external processors, or system expansion (a feature Sony never included).

Handcrafted Ottawa Valley Cherry side panels – richer and more elegant than the original walnut; a visual showpiece.

Technical Specifications
Power Output: 150 W/ch RMS (8Ω, 20–20,000 Hz, <0.03% THD, both channels driven)

Frequency Response: 5 Hz – 50 kHz (±1 dB)

Input Sensitivity: Phono MM (2.5mV/50kΩ), Aux/Tuner (150mV/50kΩ)

Signal‑to‑Noise Ratio: 95 dB (Aux), 78 dB (Phono)

Damping Factor: 70

Pre‑out / Main‑in RCA pairs (custom upgrade)

Heavy‑duty toroidal transformer and dual power supply

Superb FM/AM tuner with analog linear dial and multipath indicator

Weight: 62 lbs (28 kg)

Dimensions: 21.2″ x 6.85″ x 17.95″ (540 × 174 × 456 mm)

Controls: Bass / Mid / Treble, Loudness, Variable filters, Dual tape monitor, Speaker A/B/C

Design & Presence
The STR‑V7 exudes late‑1970s industrial luxury—milled aluminum faceplate, rigid chassis, and serious build quality. With the addition of handcrafted Ottawa Valley Cherry side panels, this unit elevates itself even beyond factory presentation, becoming a timeless flagship showpiece for your home audio system.

Asking $3195; buy with confidence and benefit from Radique’s “Bumper to Bumper” warranty and Perpetual trade back policy.