High end microcassette decks anyone?

[Beosystem10]

There's a seller on eBay who, for some inexplicable reason, has dozens of rare, Sanyo "Hi Fi" quality separates micro decks in absolutely split new, boxed condition! These even come with the demonstration tapes.

The link was brought to my attention by UKVR boards member "Nick The Dentist", a man who appreciates weird old tat as much as I do! Feast your eyes on these:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Sanyo-Micro-Cassette-Microcassette-Tape-Deck-RD-XM1-NEW-/201223490922?ssP


Disclaimer: I have no connection to the seller other than as a potential buyer for one of these who had his ostensibly generous offer rejected within minutes of putting it to him.

 

[skippy1969]

I don't have any decks like that rare one.
But I'm waiting for this little gem coming to me soon.

 

[goodman]

Beosystem 10, this is very good price for new Sanyo deck...
skippy 1969, this AIWA looks amazing....

 

[ford93]

The UK seem to have all the best mini systems for sure.

There are tons of auctions of all types. One thing when buying these UK models you have to purchase a step up & down transformer if you live in the U.S.

These little systems are perfect for bedrooms or office.

Skippy that Aiwa is so cool and rare.

 

[Beosystem10]

...These decks come with US plugs and can run from 50 or 60 Hz mains, 117-220V so although we'd need a stepdown TX to use one safely here, it'll plug in to a US socket, hook up to your existing amp via RCAs and play right from the crate.

That information and more besides is in the listing.