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Vintage Sony Betamax SL-5400 video cassette recorder (Betamax/Beta tapes only – not VHS). Powers on and indicator lights up. I can’t fully test playback/rewind/fast-forward/recording because I do not have a Betamax tape. Shows normal cosmetic wear.

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AIWA CassetteBoy HS-F7 Portable Recorder Junk Powers On Rare Vintage Japan. ? Rare AIWA HS-F7 CassetteBoy – For Parts or Repair. Presenting the legendary AIWA Cassette Boy HS-F7, a highly collectible stereo cassette recorder from the golden age of portable audio. Renowned for its compact metal body and high-quality Japanese engineering, this model is a must-have for vintage tech enthusiasts and Walkman collectors. Condition & Functional Details. Power: Power flow has been confirmed. The indicator lamp lights up when batteries are inserted and held in place manually. Mechanism: When the play button is pressed, the internal motor can be heard running; however, the tape spindles (winding axes) do not rotate. This typically indicates that the internal drive belts have deteriorated and require replacement. Cosmetics: The battery compartment cover is missing. The body shows visible scratches and surface wear consistent with age and previous use. Inclusions: This listing is for the main unit only. No accessories, tapes, or batteries are included. This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a rare piece of audio history for a restoration project. Please carefully examine all high-resolution photos, as they serve as the primary description of the item’s physical condition. United States buyers – please note. You won’t pay anything extra after checkout. Other worldwide buyers – please note.

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Tascam 244 Portastudio – Vintage 4-Track Cassette Recorder. Tested to basic functionality. Please read full description. This is a vintage Tascam 244 Portastudio that powers on and plays audio through the headphone jack. All meters light up and respond when a tape is playing. Pitch control slider works and does affect the speed, but playback is noticeably fast and sounds pitched up (think “Alvin and the Chipmunks”). Likely needs a belt replacement or internal speed calibration, which is common for units of this age. I have not tested recording or all input/output jacks. What I know works. Unit powers on. All 4 VU meters light up and respond to signal. Tape plays back. Audio comes through headphones. Pitch slider has some effect. Playback speed is too fast (likely a belt or motor adjustment issue). No further testing has been done inputs, recording, etc. Unit is in good vintage condition with expected wear for its age. Some minor surface marks and scuffs, but overall clean. All buttons and sliders appear to be intact and functional. This is a great candidate for repair or restoration, or even for someone who wants to mod it. These units are getting harder to find and are known for their classic lo-fi analog warmth. Tascam 244 unit only (no cables, power adapter is built-in). No original box or manual. Please ask any questions prior to purchasing.

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This unit looks very nice. I cannot test the tape cassette we do not have one to test. Box is in very bad condition from storage.

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HELLO AND WELCOME, PLEASE TAKE THE SHORT TIME TO READ THESE FEW TERMS FOR THIS SALE, IT WILL HELP THE PROCESS GO A LOT SMOOTHER. AFTER THOUSANDS OF SALES, I NEED TO MAKE A FEW THINGS CLEAR AS TO WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT. POWERS ON AND THE FF AND REWIND WORK FINE, CASSETTE DOES NOT SPIN. THIS WILL NEED A TOTAL REWORK, PROFESSIONAL TECHS OR COLLECTORS ONLY. IT HAS NOT BEEN TAMPERED WITH. KNOW YOUR REPAIR ABILITIES. PROFESSIONAL PARTS HUNTING TYPES ONLY. KNOW THIS DEVICE INSIDE OUT PLEASE. THANK YOU FOR CLICKING TO LOOK AT MY ITEM, YOU ARE IN THE HANDS OF A PROVEN ONLINE SALE EXPERT, BE SAFE OUT THERE.

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The cassette deck powers on, but the capstans do not move. Please reference the pictures for any cosmetic concerns.

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Unit was powered on with batteries but the cassette does not spin. Thats as far as testing got. Clean and odor free. Please see all photos and measurements in photos. Please be advised that colors of items may vary slightly from photos due to variations in lighting and computer displays.

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Vintage Tascam 130 Cassette Deck Tape Recorder (Powers on). Please check out all the pictures & enlarge them for the best view of all the details. More pictures can be sent if requested for specifics. O Box, Military addresses, APO etc. Thank you for looking and always have a great day.

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This RCA SelectaVision VHS Video Cassette Recorder is a vintage electronics piece that powers up perfectly with its included buttons. It is a great addition to any collector’s or enthusiast’s collection, and can play VHS tapes with ease. The model number is VDT600, and it is a video cassette player type that is playable on VHS tapes. The brand is RCA, and it falls under the categories of Consumer Electronics, Vintage Electronics, and Vintage Audio & Video, making it a sought-after item.

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This item is used powers on, but no other test have been performed. There is scratches and imperfections around the unit but overall in good condition. Please see the photos for exact condition. The cassette deck seems to be a little loose.

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