Vintage Sony 55 WPC Stereo Receiver with Real Cherry STR-5800SD

Gorgeous Vintage Sony STR-5800SD 55 WPC Stereo Receiver with Custom Cherry Side Panels (Japan)

This exceptional Japanese-manufactured Sony STR-5800SD vintage receiver with gorgeous custom cherry wood side panels has undergone our very thorough Level Two service and testing which should ensure many more years of reliable performance ahead. Originally retailing for $500 in 1977, this was Sony’s third-from-the-top receiver model and showcased the company’s commitment to engineering excellence with features that were advanced for its era.

The STR-5800SD delivers 55 watts per channel of pristine audio through Sony’s sophisticated amplifier design, but the real magic lies in its exceptional phono preamplifier stage, which High Fidelity Magazine rated “with the best we’ve experienced” for its uncanny ability to extract every nuance from vinyl records with crystalline clarity and rock-solid bass response. The advanced FM tuner section features multipath detection capability, allowing precise antenna positioning for optimal reception, plus Dolby FM decoding for enhanced dynamic range on compatible broadcasts.

This receiver offers remarkable versatility with three sets of speaker outputs selectable in multiple combinations, bidirectional tape dubbing capability between two deck positions, front-panel auxiliary override for temporary equipment connections, and an external processor loop for seamless integration of equalizers or decoders. The acoustic compensator provides four listening modes including bass boost and presence enhancement, while the sophisticated muting system eliminates inter-station noise during tuning. Now enhanced with beautiful cherry wood side panels, this Sony combines vintage Japanese precision engineering with contemporary aesthetic refinement.

Specifications:

Power Output: 55 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo), 75 watts into 4Ω

Frequency Response: 10Hz to 30kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.2%

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 72dB (MM phono), 90dB (line)

Damping Factor: 40

Input Sensitivity: 2.5mV (MM phono), 250mV (line)

Tuning Range: FM 88-108MHz, AM/MW

FM Sensitivity: Superior with multipath detection

Speaker Load Impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω

Tone Controls: Bass/treble with acoustic compensator modes

Features: Dolby FM, muting, signal strength/multipath meter, three speaker pairs

Inputs: MM phono, auxiliary, two tape monitors, external processor loop

Outputs: 250mV (line), 40mV (DIN), headphone jack

Dimensions: 19.25 x 6.5 x 14.38 inches (489 x 165 x 365 mm)
Weight: 34 lbs (15.4 kg)

This Japanese-crafted Sony STR-5800SD with stunning custom cherry side panels represents one of the finest examples of 1970s receiver engineering, combining exceptional sonic performance with the warmth and elegance of genuine wood craftsmanship.

Asking $795; buy with confidence and benefit from Radique’s “Bumper to Bumper” warranty and Perpetual trade back policy.