What is a Pilot SA-232 worth?

The Pilot SA-232 trades thinly on the used market, so there is no reliable current market value. It sold new for $200 around 1959 (about $2,200 in today's dollars). Comparable models: Pilot 240 at around $12, Heathkit AA-100 at around $94, Marantz 1030 at around $400.

Pilot SA-232 Value & Price History

As of 2026-09-22, a Pilot SA-232 has a market value at around $903. Based on 6 estimated sales.

Market value $903 Typical range $773–$1,218 · based on 6 recent sales Estimated sale prices · 6 events · updated 2026-09-22 · how we compute this `

Original retail (1959)$200 · ~$2,200 today

Specifications

Years produced	1959–1963
Type	Amplifier
Brand	Pilot
Original MSRP	200 (1959)
Inflation-adjusted	~$2,200 today
Market value (sold)	$903

Buying notes

Pilot tube stereo amplifier. Tube complement condition. Check both channels at matched output. Service requires tube expertise. Pilot equipment is modestly priced relative to better-known tube brands; good performers when serviced.

Parts & supplies

Common maintenance items for the Pilot SA-232. eBay links are model-specific searches; Amazon links are for generic supplies that work across most equipment.

Pilot SA-232 capacitor recap kit on eBay →
Pilot SA-232 replacement knobs on eBay →
Fuses for the Pilot SA-232 on eBay →
DeoxIT D5 — cleans oxidized contacts, quiets scratchy pots on Amazon →
Multimeter — check DC offset before connecting speakers on Amazon →
Speaker wire on Amazon →

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