Pioneer SK-550 / Opinions Wanted

[bibox]

I picked one up today and it mostly works. Some minor issues like scratchy controls and so on but overall everything seems to operate as it should. It sounds pretty good too.

I almost passed it by then I saw the PHONO input and got it. What is the general impression of this machine?

 

[Superduper]

It's good. Antennas always missing and hard as heck to replace as generics don't fit. Get's loud and excellent sound quality. Almost impossible to split the box to service when the deck fails so keep the belts in good shape or you'll regret it when they slip or fail.

 

[blu_fuz]

One of my favorite in my collection honestly. Here is a good thread on some tips/tricks:

viewtopic.php?f=4&t=2281&hilit=pioneer+550

 

[Ken]

Love mine. Don't listen to it enough.