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The Tecsonic Super Jumbo J-1 boombox is a product of the 1980s, a period characterized by the rise of hip-hop culture and the popularity of portable audio devices. These boomboxes, often referred to as “ghetto blasters, ” became cultural icons, symbolizing youth, music, and urban life. Tecsonic was one of many brands that produced these large, feature-rich boomboxes during this era. The Super Jumbo J-1 model is notable for its size, multiple speakers, and array of functions, including a cassette player, radio tuner, and equalizer. These boomboxes are now sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of vintage audio equipment. They represent a nostalgic reminder of a bygone era in music and technology.

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CONION Continental GA-9000 Jumbo Stereo Cassette Recorder Radio Vintage Boombox. This boombox is also known as the Sound 4008, Selcor CRC-H58F, Conion CRC-H83F. Radio: FM, SW, MW, LW. Speakers:16 cm woofer x 2 ; 5 cm Horn type tweeter x 2. Weigh:5,9kg ; Width:530 mm; Height:300 mm; Deph:150mm. Aux LR; Ext speaker(4 Ohm); Phono; AC 220V; DC input 13,2V; D size battery x8; Built in mic. The radio and cassette section is working (Please review the video). The most prominent feature is the presence of a separate tape drawer and the red LED lights in the center move left and right. The window on the LED lights acts as a prism and makes the lights look big and impressive. In this device, the LED lights only work when playing the cassette. The FM stereo light does not turn on. Telescopic antenna and carrying handle are intact, battery compartment is clean. There may be minor scratches and color fades due to use. (Please review the pictures). Due to product age; It is recommended to replace worn belts with a new one to ensure longer use.

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Vintage Lloyd’s PT003 Boombox. 5 Band Graphic Equalizer. Also has battery compartment (clean) for (10) D-size batteries (not included/not tested). Approx 23.5″ wide x 14″ tall (+2.25″ handle) x 6.5″. Radio works (turn volume up on video). Other than that, I do not know what works/what doesn’t on this. Top tape deck mechanism spins, but I don’t know if it works (no tape). Bottom tape deck mechanism doesn’t move. Bottom plastic foot on one side has piece broken off. Some dots of paint overspray here and there. Needs a good cleaning and obviously needd some work. Showing signs of use/wear commensurate with age. That said – this model is highly collectible and quite rare. See photos – ZOOM in on ALL photos, as this is part of my description. I cannot control how quickly an item is delivered once it leaves my hands. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Portable Audio & Headphones\Portable Stereos & Boomboxes”. The seller is “livesimplyvintage” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Playable Media Format: Cassette Tape
• Color: Multicolor
• Band: AM/FM
• MPN: PT003
• Item Length: 23.5 in
• Audio Outputs: Headphone Jack
• Brand: Lloyd’s
• Type: Boombox
• Audio Inputs: Mic
• Item Height: 14 in
• Model: Lloyd ‘s PT003
• Features: Cassette Tape, Headphone Jack, Cassette Record
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Taiwan
• Item Width: 6.5 in
• Product Line: Lloyds

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VINTAGE TECSONIC 4 BAND STEREO RADIO DOUBLE CASSETTE RECORDER J-1. RADIO AND BOTH CASSETTES WORKS. OTHER FUNCTIONS HAS NOT BEEN TESTED. MEASURE 31X17X8 AND WEIGHT 22.5 LBS. WHAT YOU SEE ON PICTURE IS WHAT YOU GET. VERY HARD TO FIND. THANKS AND GOOD LUCK. The item “VINTAGE TECSONIC DOUBLE CASSETTE RECORDER J-1 RADIO BOOMBOX SUPER JUMBO RARE” is in sale since Sunday, August 26, 2018. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Portable Audio & Headphones\Portable Stereos & Boomboxes”. The seller is “rubtoys” and is located in TOYS LAND. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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