🎶 Product Details
Item: Radio Cassette Recorder
Model: RQ-535 (Vintage 1977)
Manufacturer: National (Panasonic)
Era: Vintage Showa Era
Origin: MADE IN JAPAN
Condition: Excellent / Beautiful Item
✅ Operation Status (Fully Confirmed)
Internal belts have been **replaced**. All major functions are **Confirmed Working** and in good condition:
- **Radio (AM/FM):** Good sensitivity, smooth tuning, loud/clear playback.
- **Cassette Playback:** Plays tapes with good sound quality; virtually no wow/flutter felt.
- **Cassette Recording:** Successful recording via built-in microphone and radio (air check).
- **Transport:** Rewind, Fast Forward, and Eject function **normally** with good torque.
- **Indicators/Controls:** Battery Indicator and all knobs (volume/tone) function normally.
- **Battery Compartment:** Clean, no liquid leakage. Operates fine on dry batteries (batteries not included).
⚠️ Condition Notes (Detailed)
- **Cosmetic Condition:** **No noticeable scratches externally.** Considered a beautiful item for its age, with **no fading**.
- **Untested Functions:** The side plugs (Mic, Remote, Ext) are **untested**.
- Overall, the unit is ready for normal use.
- Please refer to the photos for a full visual assessment.
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