This vintage Panasonic 8 track tape deck features pause, fast forward, counter with reset, both right/left record level controls and both right/left VU LED meters, and dates to the later 1970s; it has not been tested by me, and may or may not need repair; it is being sold AS IS, UNKNOWN WORKING CONDITION.
Description:
This vintage Panasonic 8 track tape deck features pause, fast forward, counter with reset, both right/left record level controls and both right/left VU LED meters, and dates to the later 1970s; it has not been tested by me, and may or may not need repair; it is being sold AS IS, UNKNOWN WORKING CONDITION.
- Vintage Panasonic 8-Track Tape Player RS-856 with Original Box - UNTESTED 1970s
- Vintage Panasonic 8 Track Stereo Record Deck, Model RS-856, in original box
- UNTESTED, UNKNOWN WORKING CONDITION (no 8-track tape to test)
- Wood grain vinyl covering over metal casing
- Manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., Osaka, Japan
- Features - pause, fast forward, counter with reset, both right/left record level controls and both right/left VU LED meters
- Circa mid to late 1970s
- Free service manual available as download pdf; no owner’s manual included, but have seen some for sale online
- 8 track tape player measures 12.5” wide x 8” deep x 3.75” high
- Original box measures 14.25” x 11” x 5.25”
- Weighs 7.5 lbs.
- Vintage Panasonic 8 track player in excellent physical condition with only the lightest wear; one scratched area to the left of tape insert. UNKNOWN, UNTESTED WORKING CONDITION (no 8 track tape to test), but no lights turn on when plugged in; selling AS IS, UNKNOWN WORKING CONDITION, and may need repair. Cords are in excellent condition with no issues. No owner’s manual included, but may be available for sale online; service manual available for free online, and will be printed and included with player. Original box in very good condition with light soiling, and one water stain on face. This vintage Panasonic 8 track tape deck features pause, fast forward, counter with reset, both right/left record level controls and both right/left VU LED meters, and dates to the later 1970s; it has not been tested by me, and may or may not need repair; it is being sold AS IS, UNKNOWN WORKING CONDITION.
Please see pictures for best indication of condition, and ask any questions before bidding or buying.
Buyer pays $18.00 flat shipping from Saginaw, Michigan 48604, lower 48 states ONLY.
SNP-2023 (02268, 71, 72, 77, 81)
2023-12-15-11
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