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Vintage Panasonic Platinum RX-5150 AM-FM Cassette Stereo Ambience Boombox with AC Power Cord. 
 
Rebuilt tape deck, new motor, fully serviced so it is in good working order, fully functional as expected (see video).
This model was featured in Netflix's "Stranger Things" season 4, seen on the kitchen counter is Reefer Rick's house.
Please scroll down for service/repair info, warranty info and terms of sale.
Boombox is loaded with features.
LOUD and powerful Hi-Fi sound.  Made in Japan early 1980's.
Good shape for being over 40 years old. Still has great color. Lots of cosmetic imperfections and wear from age and use (see photos and video).
Keep in mind; if they are afraid to show you what it looks like taken apart during the rebuilding process, how do you know they really did anything to it? I am proud to show you what all my rebuilds look like taken apart so you know you're not wasting your money! Free 30 day warranty.
Shipping prices keep going up but I don't skimp! Item will be packaged in a large brand new heavy duty box with loads of brand new bubble wrap to ensure safe delivery all over the world.
This is a used vintage item and has cosmetic imperfections.
Please use the Photos and Video to judge the condition and appearance for yourself.
If you need more photos just let me know. Please watch the video of this working. Photos and video are a very important part of the item description. If you want more photos or have questions, please contact me.

Features:

  • Soft tape eject
  • Soft touch mechanical logic tape buttons
  • Tape type switch (Metal / CrO2 / Normal)
  • Full auto stop
  • TPS tape search system
  • LED VU level meter
  • Stereo indicator light
  • Tape counter
  • Line-in switch to play music from other sources with proper RCA cables
  • Built-in mics
  • Dual mic jacks
  • Headphone jack
  • Dual input jacks
  • Dual output jacks
  • External speaker jacks
  • 2-way 4 speaker system
  • Separate bass & treble controls
  • Ambience sound system
  • Loudness button
  • Clean battery compartment
  • Universal Voltage selector
Service/repair info:
  • Completely tore down and rebuilt tape deck
  • Replaced defective motor with brand new motor
  • Replaced belts
  • Resurfaced all idler tires
  • All moving parts cleaned & lubed
  • Made minor adjustments
  • Head and capstan cleaned
  • Demagnetized tape head
  • Cleaned and de-oxed all controls and switches
  • Replaced battery compartment foam
  • New power cord
  • Fully tested after restoration
Good size boombox measures approximately 19" x 11" x 6" (not including the handle or tuning knob).

*Item will be expertly packaged and shipped out within 3 days of payment or sooner.
*Shipping charge includes shipping insurance for US buyers.
*No returns but item is backed by eBay's money back guarantee.
*30 day warranty. Extended Allstate warranties can be purchased from eBay.
This runs on batteries (not included) or AC Power cord (Included).
Tape in photos is not included. Any question please send message.
I cannot make any claims regarding any potential odors of used vintage items.
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Thank you.