{"product_id":"jvc-kd-a5-cassette-recorder-2","title":"JVC KD-A5 Cassette Recorder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJVC Vintage Cassette Recorder in working condition (please see video). Amplifier for demonstration only, and not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis unit has had a huge deck service (please see photos), including but not limited to:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUnit disassembled\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNew precision-ground main drive and counter belts\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMotor oiled\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSoft eject mechanism removed, stripped and re-greased\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCapstan, pinch roller, heads etc cleaned\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIdler rubbers cleaned and rubber-renue treated\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eControl button panel stripped, switches cleaned and lubricated\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFlywheel run-out checked\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSpeed calibrated (see photo)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCase cleaned\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAll play modes function correctly (including FF\/RW, and the counter display), and the VU meters work well -  both lit up nicely too. I have tried around 10-12 cassettes (not included), and they are all working as they should.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe factory claimed wow and flutter specs are 0.04%, and this machine currently achieves an excellent 0.05% on test.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe overall condition is very nice. Some wear and tear for 45 years of age - but in overall good condition with original knobs, switches, VU bulbs etc.  Please see the photos and video, as these were taken specifically for the advert and reflect the exact item and condition for sale.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging will be thorough, tracked and insured. The cassette and interconnects are for demonstration only. As per listing title and description, AMPLIFIER AND TEST EQUIPMENT NOT INCLUDED of course! \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"JVC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57738099065216,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/5414\/7968\/files\/s-l1600_b03e6bc4-696c-44f3-8b34-0b1f6b7e5092.webp?v=1774625955","url":"https:\/\/retrorestosvintageelectronics.com\/products\/jvc-kd-a5-cassette-recorder-2","provider":"Retro Restos Vintage Electronics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}