JVC Vintage Radio Cassette Recorder with 4 Band Radio. A very clean and great sounding example of this rare model, which has just been serviced for sale. The frequency response is excellent for a 2 speaker unit, with a full sound and clear trebles, due to the original dual cone speakers. Nearly 50 years old, but looks, performs and sounds fabulous!
A lovely portable boombox from the 1970's for the office, home, or simply for decoration, with the benefit of being serviced. The tape mechanism works perfectly in all directions, and the radio is clear. The balance control sweeps properly from left to right, and the tone control affects the sound well.
I have stripped the unit, replaced all 3 cassette belts with precision ground belts (I never use cheap, wobbly ones), cleaned the heads, capstan, pinch roller, mechanism and controls. All controls and switches have been cleaned and lubricated on the board itself.
The VU meters are large, clear and work perfectly.
The battery terminals are clean, and the unit has been tested on mains and batteries (not supplied).
There are stereo external mic inputs, and external speaker outputs plus a DIN connector for integration with other units if required.
I picked up lots of clear stations on the FM radio, with a bright FM stereo light and separation. It also has AM radio too, which still works, despite not many stations broadcast there these days. The aerials are the original 9 piece (yes, 9!) with the tips present, and they have been polished and oiled.
A solid, robust unit, and plenty loud for it's size!
The handle is strong and intact, with genuine chrome end caps.
It is a vintage item (nearly 45 years old!), so there is of course some patina/wear associated with age - but it is overall in very nice condition for its vintage to be fair, with original knobs, etc - please see the photos for condition, as they were taken on the day of the listing.
