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Vintage JVC RC-838W Boombox Ghettoblaster Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder. The Vintage JVC RC-838W Boombox Ghettoblaster Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder is a classic piece of electronics manufactured in Japan. With its sleek design and retro charm, this boombox offers a nostalgic listening experience with its stereo radio and cassette recorder capabilities. The JVC brand is known for its quality audio products, and this model is no exception, making it a sought-after collector’s item for vintage audio enthusiasts. Because of the vintage nature of some of our items, varying levels of wear from age and use is expected. Pictures are taken for illustration purposes; colors will vary according to the lighting of the room and its surroundings. Please be sure to look at, and enlarge, all photos as they are an integral part of the item description. Please note all photos are unfiltered. Any blemishes or scuffs I try to document accurately and share in my photos. I cannot guarantee there won’t be hair, fuzz, wrinkles, etc. On some items but I have washed, cleaned and stored them in a smoke free home. I’m happy to answer any questions! Thanks for looking through my closet – hope you found some treasures!

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In worn cosmetic condition, as in photos. The body has some wear, dents, a few scratches and dirt, as shown in photos. The antennas and 3 buttons are missing. Only the left speaker sounds with lower volume than expected. Both VU meters and LEDs seem to work. Cassette tape also works slightly, playback, rewind, fast forward are working but running slow and plays with low volume. The rear cover is not properly fixed. The device has not been tested in more detail, needs some restoration. If you have any other functional questions, please write a message. For cosmetic details, please see photos and video. Comes with a power cord. All liability is excluded for any possible latent defects or unknown/hidden faults which were undiscovered and not mentioned in the description. Package will be sent by EMS, very securely packed. Any questions please feel free to ask.

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Vintage JVC RC-838W Boombox Ghettoblaster Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder. Welcome to Global Export Trade store. VINTAGE JVC Boombox RC-838W Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder. You will get a rare and unique piece for collection. Please look for all photos as part of the description. What you see in photos and video this what you will get. If you need any more photos or info, please let us know. Please make sure that you will look for video as well to consider the item condition. We are committed in providing you with the best price. We stand behind the products we sell and promise that you will be satisfied with both the quality of the items and our service. After you follow & sign up for our newsletter, please let us know so we can send a gift with your item.

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Cosmetically this unit is in surprising nice shape considering its age and use! Has typical scuffs and scratches from regular use and for its age and very minor crack (hardly noticeable) where the strap used to be on the top left had side. Has all original knobs and parts including two antennas. One of the antennas is bent slightly at the base (see photo) but fully functional. Cassette decks works but the door is sticky and needs help opening up. This is a relatively unique unit! Our technician dusted out the interior and cleaned some sliders and pots and it works and sounds great. We tested it with batteries and a standard AC cord (cord included). We only wiped it down on the outside we did not attempt to detail it – if it were done it would look awesome. The item “Vintage JVC Biophonic Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder RC-838W GhettoBlaster” is in sale since Wednesday, June 12, 2019. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Portable Audio & Headphones\Portable Stereos & Boomboxes”. The seller is “greenpl” and is located in Renton, Washington. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, China, Germany, Japan, France, Australia, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bolivia, Egypt, Iceland, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay, South africa, Philippines, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Turks and caicos islands.

• Model: Biophonic Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder RC-838W
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Type: Boombox
• Features: AUX Input
• Color: Black/Silver
• MPN: RC-838W
• Brand: JVC

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