Originally Posted by
bigbossman
Was it this?:
Pioneer SX-1980, 270W/channel. It was the pinnacle of the Pioneer line, and their crowning achievement in the development of monster receivers. At the time it was introduced in 1978, it was the most powerful receiver in the world.
It was their best effort, and cost $1,295 MSRP. My first car in 1974 cost $300.
I believe it was, and I apparently underestimated the WPC. Look at that transformer and heat sinks! The cabinet is practically all taken up by the amp. Like I said, it's a beast. Unfortunately, Fred never fired it up, but the visual appeal was awesome enough. I am not sure if it runs Class A (probably not). Nevertheless, turning this thing on would noticably increase the rate of spin on your home's power meter. Personally, if I wanted that much power I would get a Krell, Aragon or some other separate amp(s), not a receiver as it's way overkill. Still, it's a facinating period piece.