{"product_id":"sanyo-m3330-vintage-cassette-walkman-with-case","title":"Sanyo M3330 Vintage Cassette Walkman With Case","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis iconic player has just had new precision belts \u0026amp; service specifically for sale. An beautiful example with no broken parts. It is loud, clear, and fully working. Please see the video. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA rare opportunity to acquire a newly serviced Sanyo personal stereo, made in Japan. Awesome and sought after unit from around 1981, that has had a genuine stripdown and service (see photos). This is a highly respected model, and is refreshed to perform as it was designed to do. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt has just had new precision belts (not cheap multipack ones), head clean and capstan\/pinch roller clean ready for sale. Pulleys have been cleaned, flywheel and motor oiled, etc.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe unit has been stripped \u0026amp; cleaned, including the switches \u0026amp; controls. It requires disassembly and 12 wires de-soldering to remove the circuit board for belt access - and this is why these units for sale have never had it done. If you can find one that is 'working' it will almost certainly still need new belts after 40 years or more. New belts provide peace of mind, and eliminate the inevitable wow and flutter associated with old, deformed and degrading belts. This has literally just been done to ensure many years of trusted service from the mechanism. Also beware of the many sellers now copying my listings and descriptions, making false claims of 'new belts.'\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe balance and volume controls are smooth. All features work perfectly, including cue \u0026amp; review, and the battery LED still illuminates. The hinge is solid and correctly aligned.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe 'Talk' switch has also been cleaned and tested (this engages the external microphone to allow conversation while pressed).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe battery cover is present, and snaps in beautifully. The contacts are clean. Also included is the original carry case with the metal press studs in super condition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe unit has been tested with batteries and mains power (not included). The machine is in gorgeous condition for 45 years of age, and is structurally sound, complete. There is a very minor wear of course, but nothing nasty. Please see the photos, as they are of the actual unit taken specifically for the auction.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sanyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57483516150144,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/5414\/7968\/files\/s-l1600_1ee8d44e-6773-4384-ac3b-8796d9f8fd0a.webp?v=1772128960","url":"https:\/\/retrorestosvintageelectronics.com\/products\/sanyo-m3330-vintage-cassette-walkman-with-case","provider":"Retro Restos Vintage Electronics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}