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Item is power tested. Radio is working giving out audio. Tape spindles are not fully moving, likely needs a new belt, characteristic of walkman.

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Thank you for visiting our store. Vintage 1970s SONY CF-1480 2BAND Radio Cassette Recorder for Parts or Repair. There are stains, rust, scratches due to use and storage. Battery compartment is rusted. Please check the details with pictures. Please read general terms and conditions below carefully. International Buyers – Please Note. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. General Terms and Conditions. All of our items are secondhand, so. Even if the box is not opened we consider it is used. Although it is unused, there may be some deterioration over time due to long-term storage. If the item has noteworthy damage it will be mentioned above. The condition of the outer box cannot be guaranteed.

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This Yamaha Single Tape Desk is in decent Physical shape with a couple dings HOWEVER, It Does Not function. The unit Powers up just fine but the Tape deck has a clicking noise like its trying o engage but it doesn’t. If a third party/courier shipper is used we are NOT. Liable for damages or Lost Packages AFTER the item leaves. The USA address provided at checkout. This includes any temporary tariffs that the current US administration has put into place. The Yamaha K-850 is a vintage (circa 1981) Natural Sound stereo cassette deck featuring a. 2-head, 1-motor design and logic-controlled feather-touch operations. It is well-loved for its classic analog warmth but often requires mechanical maintenance like fresh belts to perform at its best. Recording/Playback (Pure Sendust Head) and Erasure (Ferrite Head, supports Metal tape). LH Tape: 30 to 16,000 Hz. CrO? Tape: 30 to 18,000 Hz. Metal Alloy Tape: 30 to 19,000 Hz. Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Dolby NR On). > 52dB for CrO? (DIN 45500). Dimensions (W x H x D). 438 × 111.5 × 326.5 mm approx. 17.25 × 4.4 × 12.85 inches. 6.5 kg 14.3 lbs. Inputs: MIC (0.3 mV/600 ohms), LINE (50 mV/100k ohms). Power Requirements: Varies by model (120V AC/60Hz for US/Canada, with general models offering voltage selectors).

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Condition is for parts and or repair. Tape cassette not working. Please view all pictures for details and condition.

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Vintage Philips N2400 Stereo Cassette Recorder – Parts or Repair. Offered for sale is a vintage Philips N2400 stereo cassette recorder, made in Holland. This is an early Philips home cassette unit with classic brushed metal styling and wood side panels – a desirable piece for collectors, restorers, or parts harvest. ? Condition / Disclosure (PLEASE READ). Unit is NOT WORKING. Missing the screws that secure the bottom plastic cover (cover is present but not fastened). Missing cosmetic trim piece for the cassette door. No testing performed beyond visual inspection. Expect internal issues common to vintage tape equipment belts, electronics, etc. Exterior shows normal vintage wear consistent with age. Faceplate, knobs, and switches appear intact. Wood side panels present. See photos for full cosmetic details. European unit (50 Hz / 30W). Ideal for restoration, display, or donor parts. A solid candidate for anyone familiar with vintage audio repair. ? What’s Included. No accessories, manuals, or additional hardware included. ? Photos are part of the description Please review all images carefully. Additional detailed photos available upon request – just ask.

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Type: Portable Stereo Cassette Recorder. Era: Late 1970s to Early 1980s. Country of Manufacture: Japan. Format: Compact Cassette. Included: Original Sony shoulder strap. Provenance: From the estate of Pete Fountain. This Sony TCS-310 Stereo Cassette Recorder comes from the estate of Pete Fountain, a major figure in New Orleans jazz history. Portable cassette recorders of this type were commonly used by musicians for rehearsal capture, interviews, and personal documentation during this period. The TCS-310 is part of Sony’s compact stereo field recorder line and is of interest to collectors, restorers, and those seeking period-correct audio equipment with documented musician estate provenance. External microphone input. Manual transport controls. Sony-branded shoulder strap. FOR PARTS OR REPAIR. Unit does not power on. No functional testing possible. Cosmetic wear present consistent with age and estate use. Please refer to pictures for precise measurements.

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The Vintage Sony SL-T50ME Betamax Video Cassette Recorder is a rare and sought-after collector’s item for those interested in vintage electronics. Made by Sony in Japan, this Beta VCR features four heads and is in good condition for its age. It is a valuable addition to any collection of consumer electronics, especially for fans of Sony products or Betamax technology.

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