You don't have to spend crazy money on a vintage receiver. Harman Kardon 430!

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  • Опубликовано: 30 янв 2025

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  • @ForeverAnalog
    @ForeverAnalog  Год назад +4

    What are your favorite "sleeper" vintage receivers that can still be found for a great price?

    • @kgbusa3415
      @kgbusa3415 Год назад

      Tandberg used to be but not sure of today's pricing

    • @eyegrey48
      @eyegrey48 Год назад

      Scott, Philips, Kenwood. You can still get the Sony's of that vintage for deal as well. I have the HK 450. I need to do a bit of work to get it into prime shape but it looks fantastic with the styling and sounds good as-is. As far as wattage goes for receivers, you don't always need to go big in that area. I would take my Marantz 2010 over some of my larger wattage receivers any day. Keep up the good work on the videos!

    • @chinmeysway
      @chinmeysway Год назад +1

      Not much bc of you tubers

    • @CTinNorthville
      @CTinNorthville 3 месяца назад

      Sansui 221. 8 watts/channel. Has no problem powering restored AR3as and 901s... Will you break windows no but does it sound absolutely f****** amazing shockingly, it does. 85 wpc Sony STR V5 is another sleeper but I'm pretty sure it woke up about a year ago. I paid $350 for my HK430 and only $290 for my 85 w per channel STR V5. The power-hungry inefficient AR3a... Which are still absolute world beaters really come alive with that Sony. '70s Sony receivers and Kenwood separates are the only deals left. Technics ( = Panasonic, btw) and Kenwood receivers are just a little bit less robust than the big boys... Generally smaller power transformers, etc.

  • @moviejunkiejohn
    @moviejunkiejohn Год назад +13

    It feels like vintage hifi amps/receivers really put effort and build quality in where you get the most out of the little power needed. A lot of modern receivers just don’t seem to be built as well or are lying about power ratings. It really is strange. But this is also why I love Klipsch is that you need so little power to get a lot out of them.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад +4

      I'm so glad I picked up these Heresys. They have been a real joy to listen to!

    • @mikecampbell5856
      @mikecampbell5856 Год назад +2

      I'm a Klipsch fanboy too.

    • @brucetungsten5714
      @brucetungsten5714 Год назад

      The sound is most likely worse too.
      Even some stuff made in the 90ies does not sound as good as older gear from the seventies which was severly "under powered".

  • @johncain7949
    @johncain7949 Год назад +5

    Couldn't agree more about the great value and great sound of Harmon Kardon receivers.
    I was the proud owner of a Harmon Kardon 930.
    All my friends had Marantz receivers and they thought I made a mistake UNTIL they heard it!
    I've always gone my own way, and after careful consideration
    I chose the 930. It sounded great and was also cheaper than similar models of Marantz.
    My 930 gave me many years of enjoyment!
    John from Vancouvet Island 🇨🇦

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад +1

      Awesome! Thank you for sharing!

    • @rosewoodsteel6656
      @rosewoodsteel6656 Год назад +1

      I bought a 930, new, many years ago. I still have it and it sounds great!

    • @johncain7949
      @johncain7949 Год назад

      I wish I still had mine. The dealer I bought it from gave me the same price I paid for it three years later trading in on new equipment.

  • @robertbrown2395
    @robertbrown2395 3 месяца назад +1

    I have the 730. I believe it should be the poster boy for all music with heavy bass particularly hip hop and reggae. Magnificent!

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  3 месяца назад

      Awesome! Thanks for sharing and watching!

  • @rottenanimal619
    @rottenanimal619 Год назад +1

    I have a Harman Kardon 430. I purchased it new in the 70's. It's still in mint condition.

  • @zx7gp
    @zx7gp 10 месяцев назад +2

    You want the rare bucket list receiver's, i get. I own a Sansui G 8000 and have always thought it was the bee's knees. Then i bought a 430 because i heard good things about them. Had my Tech go through it and damn i am soooo impressed. My G has been bumped for awhile. 430 is in rotation!

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  10 месяцев назад +1

      I have a G5500 for awhile but it was honestly too much power for my listening space. I felt the HK430 could bring out better detail with less power for me!

  • @Dslats
    @Dslats Год назад +3

    YOU SHOULD HEAR THE 930, ITS SO CLEAR AND HAS A GREAT PUNCH.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад +1

      I would love to find a 930 one of these days!

    • @theReebell
      @theReebell 9 месяцев назад

      I bought before few days . It's not normal how reproduce instrument 🎸 🎷 and bass also it's so good​@@ForeverAnalog

  • @hwycat1
    @hwycat1 4 месяца назад

    Great video I’ve been a vintage stereo collector for the past 45 years and I never considered the Harmon Kardin but now that I saw your video I’m starting to fall in love with it. Keep up the good work, buddy.

  • @brianbumgardner8704
    @brianbumgardner8704 Год назад +1

    I got my 430 refurbished a year ago and it sounds as good as it did when I bought it in 1976. I have a pair of Epicure 10 speakers that were recently re-coned

  • @mikecampbell5856
    @mikecampbell5856 Год назад +3

    I am a Harman Kardon fanboy. I have a 1983 PM-650 integrated amp in my main system and a 2000 vintage HK-3370 in my living room. Both were purchased new. I will keep them until I die. LOL I guess I got lucky, my son gave me a Marantz 2220b a few years ago and after lamp and vellum replacement and a new front panel from Vintage Hi Fi Audio, it looks like a museum piece. He then found me an absolutely mint Sansui 5050 for 75 bucks so I can enjoy great sound and great visual appeal.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад +1

      All of those receivers are awesome! And that was an amazing gift from your son!

  • @bensonstewart9232
    @bensonstewart9232 Год назад +1

    Great review!!! I recently rebuilt a 430, it was good before but after the recap… It’s PHENOMENAL!!! It has replaced a rebuilt Marantz 2230 in my main system! I’ve paired it with some Swan HiVi 3.1 speakers that I built and it’s the perfect combination! Love my 430!!!

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Awesome. Great job on the recap! Thanks for watching!

  • @jonathangonzalez327
    @jonathangonzalez327 Год назад +2

    I have one that I just recapped. Good thing of the HK is the simplicity. Is build on separate modules and point to point, really high quality easy to work on, and replacement parts are available. Way easier to work on than the Yamaha, Pioneer, Sansui, and Marantz. When it comes to sound, this Amp doesn't sound like a "vintage" amp. Of you are looking for the "warm" sound go Sansui. This Amp is ridiculously transparent and detailed if you paired with a detail oriented speakers. Is an awesome receiver, and it doesn't sound like anything from that 70s era. Because it isn't super popular. It is definitely a bargain if you can find one.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Great job recapping and yeah, these HKs are MUCH easier to work on. Thanks for sharing!

  • @dosstodd8014
    @dosstodd8014 Год назад +4

    I sold H/K alongside Marantz back in the golden years of 1975 to 1980. The H/K receivers ALWAYS kicked the Marantz units to the curb. The better the speakers you used, the better the H/K sounded. Not so much the Marantz. This isn’t to say Marantz sounded bad, they simply sounded second best by audiophile standards. Period. Of course the Marantz had those seductive looks and tank like construction which I simply loved. But based purely on sound, H/K stole the show!

  • @kgbusa3415
    @kgbusa3415 Год назад

    Bought my 430 in 1976 at Jerry's Audio in Tempe, AZ and the power of 25w blows anything much larger away thanks to twin dual power. Years later I bought a HK T25 turntable which was an amazing value and added a amazing higher end Ortofon cartridge. Gave to my son who loves it. 47yrs going strong. Best value ever. The green lights are very cool too.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Amazing! Thank you for sharing and for watching!

  • @88sstraight
    @88sstraight Год назад

    I picked up a 430 Twin about 20 years ago, it remains the core of our main stereo. My wife found a 330c at a garage sale for $5! We eventually gave it to my cousin nephew, he uses it to this day. The neighbour has a 730 Twin that he bought new, this was my initial inspiration to go looking for another HK. Thanks for the confirmation bias! : )

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад +1

      $5! That’s amazing. Congrats. Thanks for watching!

    • @88sstraight
      @88sstraight Год назад

      @@ForeverAnalog I think it was a revenge sale after a couple split up, she just wanted to get his stuff out of the house…

  • @Naneek17FTL
    @Naneek17FTL Год назад +1

    i got a 430 as my main receiver right now with new lights just put in. get that tuning dial light in yours and it pops even more.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      yes! I need to update that dial pointer - great eye!

  • @billdepalma161
    @billdepalma161 Год назад

    I bought this in 78 my God best receiver I had the frequency response was unreal and made great tapes too used Advents A4 unbelievable sound reproduction.

  • @BengtArvidsson-c4u
    @BengtArvidsson-c4u Год назад

    Bought a 630 in 1974. My brother still have it in the garage. Now I have a 730 with JBL4312G speakers. It´s the best combo I´ve ever had. (I only play pop/rock) (I´m 67)😃

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Awesome. The 730s are amazing, congrats. Thank you for watching!

  • @RowlandvilleTexas
    @RowlandvilleTexas Год назад

    I'm an old guy who bought an HK 730 new in 1977 when I was sixteen. I listened to every amp I could get my hands on over a couple month period and choose the 730 for one reason: sound. I kept that amp until I got out of college and like an idiot pawned and lost it when I needed some post-graduation cash.
    I bought a new 730 seven years ago, and it still sounds sweet. It is a fantastic amp that looks gorgeous!
    If you find a 730 for under $400, jump on it. You won't regret it.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Awesome. My eyes are definitely peeled for a 730! Thanks for watching!

  • @bacarandii
    @bacarandii 2 месяца назад

    Shhhhh! People are catching on to these great HK receivers made between 1970 and 1979, some of my all-time favorites in my vintage hi-fi collection. I have the Three-Thirty "Nocturne" (all black), 330B, 430, 930, the 1979 670 (no black dial, all silver) -- and the 100+, a 1974 quad receiver with a joystick balance control. But this one -- the 430 -- is really something special, a combination of warmth, openness and transparency that doesn't sound (or look) like anything else. Ever. Much as I love the warmth of Marantz, the punch of Pioneer, the richness of Sansui, and the solidity of early '70s Sony, the HK 430 has a special place in my heart...

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  2 месяца назад

      Agreed! I just get too excited and love to share lol. Thanks for watching!

  • @don1165
    @don1165 Год назад

    Older guy here. I bought a Harman -Kardon "430" brand new in January of 1977 -- and had it for 5 years. Very nice amp for size & the 25 watts/channel was never an issue.
    But I found the FM reception to not be that great. I moved up to a Tandberg 2045 (45 watts/channel) FM only & a great (and good looking) unit. More money of course - but maybe worth it. I still have it today (sitting nearby right now!) and still use it regularly in my bedroom system. (If you find a good Tandberg they are about the best sounding of all the late seventies Receivers)
    Marantz is pretty good (and people like the looks.) But my electronics guy says - generally - they are just "a good Japanese receiver - not bad, but nothing particularly special." (But people like em and pay a lot for em!) I'll add here that sometimes the lesser power receivers can actually sound better than the "TOTL" ones. If you don't need loads of power - a well-made unit of 30 or 40 watts might be fine. (IE: might be just as well off with the H-K 430 as the bigger H-K "730")
    Carefully selected and cleaned up (& repaired if needed) the better Receivers of the 1975-1980 period are pretty good! After about 1981 it was mostly "downhill" though!

  • @bigme75201
    @bigme75201 Год назад +2

    I've got a 330B and a 730 Twin (which I just replaced a few lamps on) and they are both great, let the Marantz chasers keep focused on finding a Marantz!

  • @stevenemartin
    @stevenemartin 11 месяцев назад +1

    I A B-ed my Marantz 2230 with the 430 and the 430 won! ❤

  • @tomsworkmail9621
    @tomsworkmail9621 3 месяца назад

    I have the HK 630 “Twin Power”. It’s the 30 wpc brother of the series. Really punches above its class. Got it at an estate sale with a Gerard transcription table and a pair of JBL monitors for $30.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  3 месяца назад

      Awesome. Jealous. I hope to stumble on one too!!!

  • @tonybeef1142
    @tonybeef1142 22 дня назад

    I own a 430 & 730 .Paid $40.00 Cdn .Had them both recapped. Audio Heaven. 😊😂

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  22 дня назад

      Amazing. I’m always on the lookout for a 730!

  • @brianingram2250
    @brianingram2250 Год назад

    Mine is the HK 730 Twin. It's my daily driver while my Marantz sits near by "just looking good". I'm pushing a pair of Klipsch Heresy ii and J lab Focal Cobalt 816s. It sounds amazing.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Awesome! I have my eyes peeled for a 730 and I too have a Marantz that’s current just looking good lol. Thanks for watching

  • @gbkny1
    @gbkny1 Год назад +1

    What would you suggest being that this unit has no built in speaker protection? You could potentially blow some expensive speakers. I was looking at this receiver also until i read about the lack of protection.

  • @biggstile
    @biggstile Год назад +1

    I think it's possible to ad relay protection to HK amps for the speakers. Even if you dont crank it up too loud, one day it can fail, die to agong components and could wreck your speakers. That isn't anything I want to risk. So yes, having dual transformers makes most HK amos desirable, but its off-set by that drawback.
    We should check how easy it might be to add protection.

  • @TorontoJon
    @TorontoJon Год назад +2

    I have a number of Harman Kardon receivers including an old tube amp with cool copper-coloured casing, some of the "newer" receivers like the AVR 25 II as well as the HK 3380 with its distinctive blue-lit volume knob, and a vintage 330B.
    Aside from the sound, I particularly love the design aesthetic of vintage Harman Kardon receivers like my 330B with its red plastic power knob, the black glass face, and green lighting, etc.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад +1

      Yes! I had a 330B for awhile and sold it to a friend - LOVE the look of these receivers.

    • @rottenanimal619
      @rottenanimal619 Год назад +1

      I have a Harman Kardon 430. I purchased it new in the 70's. It's still in mint condition.
      I grew up in the Parkdale area of Toronto. Queen and Lansdowne. I now live in Etobicoke.

  • @jaman878
    @jaman878 27 дней назад

    From the very early 80’s, the HH Scott 3xxa series. I have the 375R:
    65 w/chamnel rms
    Digital and analog tuning with a servo lock to keep you on station.
    Full set of tone controls bass, mid-range and treble.
    Lots of filter options with Loudness.
    One phono, but you can select for moving magnet or moving coil.
    Superior quality. Control panel is engraved.
    These sell for a song (pun intended).

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  27 дней назад

      Sounds like a great receiver - I'll have to check those out!

  • @TorontoJon
    @TorontoJon Год назад

    I've found with practically all of my vintage receivers (Marantz, Harman Kardon, Bang & Olufsen, Sony, Yamaha, Akai, Sansui, etc.) that I have plenty of volume at the one quarter (or 9 o'clock) position and beyond that, it's just too loud. Heck, I have found that with my trusty little Fosi Audio T20 tube amplifier too. :)

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад +1

      Yeah, any more than a quarter turn and my family is unhappy, lol.

  • @DanRockTV
    @DanRockTV 4 месяца назад

    QUESTION I GOT THE HK 730 today- there is a Hiss sound on the FM station when change stations -- the FM Muting Function is on but don’t make the hiss sound go away ¿ is the normal ? Any feed back really appreciated

  • @deeman1643
    @deeman1643 Год назад +1

    I agree!

  • @MasterofPlay7
    @MasterofPlay7 Год назад

    I have the hk385i and i paired with the aiyma t8 and it sounds so good!

  • @jlpcastro
    @jlpcastro Год назад

    Great video ❤

  • @XxchemikillxX
    @XxchemikillxX 2 месяца назад

    I have one of these. It was my father’s. He is now passed. What kind of shops or places can I take it to for service/updating? I don’t think it’s been used in decades. Should I have it checked out before using?

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  2 месяца назад

      It wouldn't hurt to have it checked out by a repair shop. But, this unit is pretty well designed with fuses that would blow and protect the unit from major damage if you did go ahead and try it out.

  • @Sword-of-Christ-Ministries
    @Sword-of-Christ-Ministries 10 месяцев назад

    But does it give good separation? Does it have good 3D sound and depth?

    • @bacarandii
      @bacarandii 2 месяца назад

      Yes. I think the twin transformer construction has a lot to do with that...

  • @velosiped135
    @velosiped135 9 месяцев назад

    I just picked up an Onkyo TX-2500 MKII and am thinking about pairing it with some Boston Acoustics A40 Series II's for a medium to smaller room. Thoughts?

  • @lawtowngirl85
    @lawtowngirl85 Год назад +2

    I love harman kardon my dad left me one 😢

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Sorry to hear about your dad. Thank for sharing and for watching.

  • @djb5864
    @djb5864 Год назад

    Great reviews . Would you recommend the Klipsch RB61 II or KEF Q150s? Thanks!

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад +1

      I haven't heard KEFs in my system, so it's hard to say 100%. I love my Klipsch Heresys though!

  • @DanRockTV
    @DanRockTV 4 месяца назад

    CAN I USE BOSE SPEAKERS 301 series 2 - WITH HARMAN KARDON 730 receiver ?

  • @kevmichael2064
    @kevmichael2064 Год назад

    I wonder how TV sound would sound on this now from the TV

  • @joel4166
    @joel4166 Год назад

    Good call I have a 330c,430,630 twins. Check the 630 lights up green & orange these amps love Klipsch Heresies

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      You have some great HKs in your collection!

  • @DanielTejada-ip2lx
    @DanielTejada-ip2lx Месяц назад

    WHATS BETTER 730 or 930 if you only have one option and why ? Can someone explain ?

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Месяц назад

      I’ve only had the 430 but always hoping to find a 730!

  • @kevmichael2064
    @kevmichael2064 Год назад

    I had this fantastic receiver back in the day in the 1980s.... Harman Kardon is my favorite....the Loudness (kicker) is unbelievable...I tease my dad many times 😭😭🤣😂🤣... with that he would say turn the Kicker off!!!...it is too loud...I would say If it's Too loud..You are too Old

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Lol, thank you for watching and for sharing!

  • @guitarchitect504
    @guitarchitect504 Год назад

    Scored a 430 Twin "sleeper" from a pawn shop recently (for cheap)! Love the classic 70's modern design! In great shape except the FM tuner is not working (AM is OK). Doesn't appear to be the antenna. Anyone have an idea on what may be wrong?

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Great score. Not sure on the FM issue but hopefully someone can chime in!

  • @bigaldallas
    @bigaldallas Год назад +1

    I'm owner of HK twin A402 integrated. just lost a channel for 3rd time. last repaired and recapped as needed 5 yrs ago. anybody losing channels so frequently?

  • @Technical_Audio
    @Technical_Audio Год назад +1

    The entire HK 330, 430, 630, and 730 series is very good, but many who have tried them all feel that the 430 stands out above even the larger 630 and 730. For example, in college I worked at a hi-fi store that carried the entire HK receiver line-up. During idle times I compared all the receivers including other brands. The 430 rose above them all in sound quality. It was more vivid, punchy and involving. The tuner and phono preamp sections are decent too. There are engineering reasons beyond just the twin power supplies for the excellent sound of the 430. The audio circuits emphasized wide bandwidth which results in less phase shift in the audio signal. Another thing to note: unfortunately the sound quality can vary between 430 units. This may be due to aging components. Still, it’s worth getting one of these if the price is right.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Thank you for sharing more information and watching! I've yet to get a 730 to do a side by side comparison, but hope to one day!

  • @Totalplonker
    @Totalplonker Год назад

    I've always been under the assumption... better to have less quality watt's than more mediocre watt's.
    Isn't the highs and lows being boosted when hitting the loudness button.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      I love low powered amps! I have a 6 watt tube amp that sounds great with my Klipsch Heresys.

  • @johndrx165
    @johndrx165 Год назад

    Going to pick one up tomorrow morning for $99.

  • @joel4166
    @joel4166 Год назад

    my setup bud's, good ears

  • @razorback7158
    @razorback7158 Месяц назад

    Not crazy money but crazy good

  • @quebecforce111
    @quebecforce111 Месяц назад

    Your recommendation at the end are a litle weird. I have the 2 units, the 430 and the 730 and definitely the best sounding of the 2 are the 430.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Месяц назад +1

      Awesome! Thanks for watching and sharing!

  • @dougmiyamoto3109
    @dougmiyamoto3109 Год назад

    I own the 430 and a Marantz 2225 and the HK is for sure the audio equal of the Marantz. And IMO the industrial design of the 430 is better. Marantz is very good gear but not worth the prices they are going for these days.

  • @Humandriver5280
    @Humandriver5280 Год назад +1

    The dual mono HKs are fine for classic rock but so so for newer music.

  • @chinmeysway
    @chinmeysway Год назад

    Doing This is what drives up prices tho

  • @insolentstickleback3266
    @insolentstickleback3266 Год назад +1

    Harmon Kardon 330b and a 730, I will never sell this 730. You can bid on it when I die in 25-30 years.

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Год назад

      Still haven’t found a 730 but if I ever do I will share your sentiment lol

  • @Non-y3s
    @Non-y3s 17 дней назад

    Sigh, currently as I write this comment it’s now at least double the price for the 430.

  • @SmugSmurf
    @SmugSmurf 6 месяцев назад

    Now that this video is released, you bet you will be paying too much online for it.

  • @Madjed2024
    @Madjed2024 Месяц назад

    I have a 730 that needs some fixing
    I live in MA Thank
    Do you know a competent place to do this?

    • @ForeverAnalog
      @ForeverAnalog  Месяц назад

      I’m not familiar with that area unfortunately but hopefully someone else can chime in!

  • @michaelorton9887
    @michaelorton9887 Год назад

    I've owned some cassettes that sound better than any other format besides the reel to reel master