It was an epic journey picking it up today from Ivanhoe, and I still haven't tested it, but am hoping to be able to play some records for the first time since I left home!
It was another eBay find: I bought it for $200, after the auction ended without attracting any interest at $280. (See here.)
What is wrong with everyone? A genuine four-channel sound system! Just plug in your ipod or your CD-Player and off you go … I hope.
BTW: this is what I found out about it online (here).
These units were sold around 1975/1976 and were top of the range due to being not just a radio but a very nice piece of furniture (by 1970s standards).
Amplifier Section
Peak Music Power 160W (120W music power)
Frequency Response 20—50,000 Hz ± 3dB
Power Bandwidth 30—40,000 Hz
Tone Controls BASS: 100 HZ ± 10dB
TREBLE: 10 KHz +/- 10dB
What's the bet they were advertised in Playboy?
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Actually, now that I think about it I did abandon a lovely 60s (valve-powered) Radiogram when I departed Mt Nelson at the end of 1987, but kept one of the speakers from it for years. The sound was amazing. I am looking forward to hearing "Song to the Siren" on this one. (And I will post some photos in situ once it is in situ).
Love the Sanyo you purchased. I had the same model in the 70's - and it was fabulous. These were.....and still are, one of the coolest sound generators of all time. The blue lights complimented with that great satin silver front, go together like Fish n' Chips or Bacon & Eggs. Don't ever sell it. These will sky rocket in value over the next 10 years..and with good reason. Enjoy the Sanyo as per their theme song of their TV advertising in the 70's. "That's Life" sung by Kerri Bidell. Great purchase.Congrats
ReplyDeleteI picked up one of these for free today (I cant believe someone wanted to get rid of it) Can't seem to find anything online about it.. would you know where I could pick up a replacement belt from? I had a look inside and it seems to be in perfect working order except for the non existent belt (or two I'm not sure since I haven't found any plans) - could you take a photo without the top plate? I will be eternally grateful!!!
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