Sansui 8080DB 85W/Ch Dolby Stereo Receiver – Restored – 1-Year Warranty

Sansui 8080DB Vintage Stereo Receiver – Professionally Restored – 1-Year Warranty

Condition: Tested, serviced and restored – Excellent working condition. With over 2,000 fully serviced and certified vintage receivers, amplifiers, tape decks, and speakers delivered. HQaudios stands as one of the most reputable sources for professionally restored vintage audio equipment. Please scroll down to view the complete description.

1/ ABOUT

This listing is for a Sansui 8080DB vintage stereo receiver, professionally inspected, serviced, and tested by HQaudios.
This unit has been prepared for reliable daily use while preserving the warm, musical vintage sound that makes classic receivers highly desirable among collectors and audiophiles.

The receiver has been fully tested under real listening conditions and is ready to be enjoyed with your favorite speakers, turntable, tape deck, or other compatible audio sources.

2/ Key Highlights

• Professionally inspected and serviced by HQaudios technicians
• Fully tested for clean, stable, and reliable operation
• Warm vintage sound with strong musical character
• All major functions tested before shipment
• Controls cleaned and treated for smooth operation
• Carefully packed for safe delivery
• Backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Warranty

3/ Specifications

• Brand: Sansui
• Model: 8080DB
• Type: Vintage Stereo Receiver
• Power Output: 85 Watts per channel minimum RMS into 8Ω, 20Hz–20kHz, with no more than 0.1% THD
• Inputs: Phono 1, Phono 2, Mic, Tape 1, Tape 2, AUX \ Built-In Tuner: AM/FM
• Dimensions: Approx. 21.3 × 7.2 × 15.6 in (540 × 182 × 397 mm, W × H × D)
• Weight: Approx. 45.6 lbs (20.7 kg)
• Condition: Restored / Serviced / Tested
• Warranty: 1-Year HQaudios Warranty

4/ Sound Character

This Sansui 8080DB delivers the classic vintage receiver sound: warm, smooth, full-bodied, and musical.
It pairs beautifully with vintage speakers and is a great choice for vinyl playback, FM listening, and classic stereo setups.

The sound is clean and engaging, with strong midrange presence, smooth highs, and solid low-end response.
It is ideal for listeners who appreciate natural tone and long, comfortable listening sessions.

5/ Cosmetic Condition

The receiver is in excellent vintage cosmetic condition with normal signs of age and use.
Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.

• Faceplate: Excellent condition.
• Knobs and switches: Excellent condition.
• Cabinet / case: Excellent condition.
• Dial glass / meter / lamps: Excellent condition.
• Rear panel: Excellent condition.

6/ HQaudios Restoration & Testing Process

Before Restoration

• After decades of service, the Sansui 8080DB's power supply, amplifier section, FM/AM tuner, Dolby FM circuitry, preamplifier circuits, input selector, volume and tone controls, switches, relays, and illuminated dial system were carefully inspected before restoration began.

• For this 8080DB, HQaudios placed particular attention on the condition of the power supply, output stage, protection circuit, Dolby circuitry, tuner section, controls, switches, potentiometers, speaker terminals, RCA input/output connections, and internal wiring. These components were evaluated for reliability, channel balance, and overall audio performance.

• The amplifier circuits, tuner alignment, Dolby processing circuits, signal path, dial illumination, tuning mechanism, meters, and front-panel controls were also carefully evaluated to determine the receiver's overall operating condition before restoration.

During Restoration

• Based on the inspection results, the 8080DB was restored according to HQaudios' technical standards while preserving the engineering and performance characteristics that have made this model one of Sansui's most respected vintage stereo receivers.

• The power supply, amplifier section, Dolby circuitry, and signal path were cleaned, inspected, serviced, and adjusted to restore stable and reliable performance. Controls, switches, relays, and connectors were carefully cleaned to eliminate noise and ensure smooth operation.

• FM/AM tuner performance and applicable Dolby functions were checked and adjusted according to service specifications, while channel balance, stereo operation, input selection, speaker outputs, tone controls, protection circuitry, and front-panel functions were tested for dependable operation.

• The power supply, signal path, Dolby boards, and internal circuit boards were inspected to ensure long-term reliability. Components that no longer met technical specifications were replaced based on the condition of this unit, while critical solder joints were inspected and reinforced to improve operational stability.

• After the technical restoration was completed, the exterior was professionally cleaned and detailed to preserve the 8080DB's original appearance while respecting the authentic character of vintage Sansui equipment.

After Restoration

• Once restoration had been completed, the 8080DB underwent comprehensive functional testing under real operating conditions.

• Amplifier performance, tuner reception, Dolby performance, channel balance, output power, protection circuitry, meter response, dial illumination, and all audio inputs and outputs were thoroughly tested to ensure the receiver performed as originally designed.

• Finally, the unit underwent several hours of continuous listening tests through a complete vintage audio system to evaluate sound quality, operational stability, and overall real-world performance.

• Only after successfully meeting HQaudios' restoration and testing standards was the Sansui 8080DB approved and prepared for its next owner.

7/ Video Test & Sound Demo

Please contact us directly if you would like to hear a video test of this unit before purchase. We are happy to provide additional video, sound demo, or photos upon request.

8/ Suggested Pairing

The Sansui 8080DB works beautifully with a wide range of restored vintage systems.

• Classic Sansui System
Sansui SR-838 Turntable
Sansui SP-5500X Speakers

• Sansui Reference System
Sansui SC-3110 Cassette Deck
Yamaha NS-1000M Speakers

• Marantz and JBL System
Marantz 6300 Turntable
JBL L112 Speakers

• West Coast Monitor System
Pioneer RT-909 Reel-to-Reel Tape Deck
JBL 4333A Studio Monitors

• High-End Vintage System
McIntosh C28 Preamplifier
Altec Model 19 Speakers

• British-Style System
Thorens TD-160 Turntable
Tannoy Berkeley Speakers

For the best result, connect the 8080DB to properly matched speakers using quality speaker cable and pair it with well-maintained vintage source components for optimum performance.

9/ Combo Discount

Save $100 when purchasing this receiver together with a qualifying pair of speakers or another restored vintage audio component from HQaudios.

Please contact us before purchase so we can confirm availability and prepare a combined offer.

10/ Trade-In Program

If you have vintage audio equipment such as receivers, amplifiers, speakers, cassette decks, or reel-to-reel tape decks and would like to upgrade to a restored unit, please contact us.

HQaudios may accept trade-ins toward your purchase depending on the item, condition, and shipping location.

11/ Shipping & Packaging

This receiver will be professionally packed by HQaudios for safe delivery. Vintage receivers are heavy and delicate, so we take extra care to protect the faceplate, knobs, corners, rear terminals, and internal structure during shipment.

• Carefully wrapped and protected
• Heavy-duty box and protective packing materials used
• Extra protection around faceplate, knobs, and corners
• Tracking provided after shipment
• Signature may be required for delivery

12/ 1-Year HQaudios Warranty

This unit is backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Warranty covering normal-use functionality related to the service work performed by HQaudios.

If you experience an issue, please contact us first. We are committed to helping our customers and will work with you to resolve the problem in a fair and reasonable way.

The warranty does not cover misuse, improper setup, unauthorized repair, shipping damage caused after delivery, cosmetic wear, or damage from incompatible equipment.

13/ Customer Service

Once your item arrives, if you have questions about setup, speaker connection, turntable connection, switch settings, or general operation, please contact us.
We are happy to help you get the best performance from your vintage audio system.

14/ Important Note for Vintage Audio Buyers

This is a vintage audio component, and minor cosmetic signs of age should be expected.
We do our best to describe and photograph each item accurately. Please review all photos and ask any questions before purchase.

Your satisfaction is important to us. Please contact us first if you need assistance after delivery.

Thank you for choosing HQaudios – Restored Vintage Audio You Can Trust