WTD - Sony ES range amplifier

[HackneyRF]

Thinking of trying out one of these well regarded amplifiers. I remember lusting after the 730ES that Oliver (Bigman80) sold some time ago but couldn't really go for it back then. I'd be keen on one of those or maybe a 770 or 707 for the right price. Anyone looking to move on one of these?

[Bigman80]

Thinking of trying out one of these well regarded amplifiers. I remember lusting after the 730ES that Oliver (Bigman80) sold some time ago but couldn't really go for it back then. I'd be keen on one of those or maybe a 770 or 707 for the right price. Anyone looking to move on one of these?Ooooh. Yes, twas a very good amp indeed. Widen your search to one of the classic Sansui like the 919 etc. Also remarkable.

[walpurgis]

Something from Luxman?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Luxman-L85v/253411703953?hash=item3b0083bc91:g:KzwAAOSwXMZaeK2 c

[karma67]

i may be selling my 700es amp soon.

[HackneyRF]

Thanks fellas. Always try to keep an open mind about things.
I think that gorgeous Luxman might be pushing the budget a bit as would the Sansui looking at prices being asked. Would have to move on some other bits for that. Jamie I'll send you a PM.

Cheers.
Loz

[HackneyRF]

Jamie your inbox is full.

[karma67]

Ok clear now

[Edward]

What's so special about the Sony ES range?

I have a Sony AV unit (TAVA8ES) and am curious if this is based on the ES stereo range? Certainly it sounds wonderful in 'direct stereo' mode. The transformers etc are massive.

Sorry for semi-hijacking this thread.

[Macca]

What's so special about the Sony ES range?

I have a Sony AV unit (TAVA8ES) and am curious if this is based on the ES stereo range? Certainly it sounds wonderful in 'direct stereo' mode. The transformers etc are massive.

Sorry for semi-hijacking this thread.

The engineers put a bit more effort in than with the bog-standard Sony stuff, seems to be about the only thing you can say. No-one really knows what 'ES' even stands for, even Sony are not sure.

[Edward]

The engineers put a bit more effort in than with the bog-standard Sony stuff, seems to be about the only thing you can say. No-one really knows what 'ES' even stands for, even Sony are not sure.Extra Sure?

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[struth]

Elevated Standard

[Macca]

Elevated Standard

Not 'Enhanced Sound' then?

I'm serious, even Sony don't know.

[Mikeandvan]

I could have sworn it was 'egotistical sandpiper'? ?

[smithie]

it use to stand for "esprit series" which was some of there top of the line stuff both in price and build/design.
then i think someone at sony twigged that the es badge added kudos to a product and started diluting it down to there slightly above average so so products,although to be fair there was afew gems under that diluted es badge useage.
i still have nightmares at all there great classics and real top of the line classics sony uk forced me to destroy because they where no longer allowed to sell it:violin:

[Macca]

it use to stand for "esprit series" which was some of there top of the line stuff both in price and build/design.
then i think someone at sony twigged that the es badge added kudos to a product and started diluting it down to there slightly above average so so products,although to be fair there was afew gems under that diluted es badge useage.
i still have nightmares at all there great classics and real top of the line classics sony uk forced me to destroy because they where no longer allowed to sell it:violin:

I think the ES range predates the Esprit gear. ES started late 1960s AFAIK

[Shovel_Knight]

I believe the official explanation is that ES stands for “Extremely High Standard.” And yes, it started in late 60s, even though early ES components were not labeled as such.

http://www.thevintageknob.org/sony-ES.html

[smithie]

i stand corrected,and spot on guys
old age and a fading memory is a beautiful thing:D:D