2SA1263 and 2SC3180 Audio Power Output Transistors

Transistors and Heatsink
Circuit Extract

The Pioneer SX-1300 uses the 2SA1263 and 2SC3180 audio power output transistors (per channel) in the final stage. They are fitted to a nice large aluminium heat sink. This circuit extract shows one channel of the power amplifier design.

Heatsink Side View
Current Sense Resistor
Heatsink
2SC3180

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Pioneer SX-1300
Electronic Engineering
Front Panel PCB
Graphic Equalizer
Repair
RIAA Pre-amplifier
Simulated Stereo
2SA1263 and 2SC3180
Power Supply
Back Sockets