Vintage Refurbished [ℹ]
Aiwa TX491 Clear Portable Cassette Player
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The Aiwa TX491 is a stylish clear-shell portable cassette player that combines retro aesthetics with historical significance. Transparent electronics like this were often specifically manufactured for use within prison systems, designed to prevent the concealment of contraband by making internal components fully visible. Compact and lightweight, the TX491 offers smooth tape playback and features a standard 3.5mm headphone jack. More than just a nostalgic accessory, this clear-shell cassette player provides a tangible link to a unique facet of electronics history.
Please note there is an engraving on the top of the player near the buttons and the clip is a bit worn on the hinges. The battery door also has one broken latch. Please review photos for condition.
- Cassette player
- Retro-inspired headphones
- Batteries
- User guide
Our vintage refurbished players are professionally restored by a skilled team of technicians to ensure they perform like new while retaining their original charm. Each unit is carefully disassembled, inspected and cleaned. Key components such as drive belts, idler tires and pinch wheels are replaced, playback speed is calibrated, and the tapehead is cleaned and demagnetized. The volume potentiometer is deoxidized, and outer housings are polished for a clean finish.
Please note, these players have lived a full life before arriving at Retrospekt and may show minor signs of previous use. However, every unit is guaranteed to be fully functional, clean and ready to deliver a reliable and authentic retro experience.
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