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lafayette 9090 or Sansui 4000

I have these 2 receivers available in my area for sale. I'm torn between the 2. I'm looking for a warmer sound and I believe the Sansui may deliver in that department a little better but the Lafayette has more power and my Polk SDA 2's need power to perform at their peak. I sometimes run my Bozaks at the same time so even more power is needed. I'm not an audiofile. Please help me out!
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paraneer
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IMO, the NAD is much better than the other two you asked about.
Just be sure to give it a listen first to make sure all is in
working order. Ask if he has a receipt too for the overhaul
rather than take his word on it.

Again, I not am knocking vintage as there are some real
bargains out there. Just don't buy anything sight unseen or
without an audition if you are not able to repair it yourself.
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paraneer
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Ok, you're not an audioohile. I hope you have experience though in electrical engineering.

Rich is right - these units are 30-40 years old. Something will need to be replaced, especially the caps, if not now then very soon. If you can do the repairs yourself, go for it. These old pieces can usually be had for a song.. But if you need to take it to a shop, then you've well exceeded the cost of what its worth in perfectly working order.

Vintage is fine, if your technically inclined.
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