Pioneer Cs-787 _hot_

To understand the CS-787, you must understand the era. 1976 was the peak of the "Receiver War." Pioneer’s own SX-1250 (a 160-watt-per-channel behemoth) was sitting on showroom floors. Speakers of the day needed two things: high power handling and high efficiency.

For many, the CS-787 represents a bridge between high-end Hi-Fi and affordable home entertainment. They were often the standout component in mid-range Pioneer stack systems of the mid-80s. The "Big Box" Sound: pioneer cs-787

If you find a pair at a garage sale or estate sale for under $300, grab them. Re-foam the woofers, recap the crossovers, and connect them to a 1970s receiver. Close your eyes, put on Dark Side of the Moon , and you will understand why people still chase this vintage sound. To understand the CS-787, you must understand the era

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