Nokia - Viola 850 Radio

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Nokia HR 850 'Viola' – Stereo 3-Band Home Radio – circa 1986–1988 – Wood Veneer Design – Made in Malaysia for Nokia

A stylish Nokia HR 850 'Viola' stereo home radio from the second half of the 1980s is for sale.

This model blends classic wood-decor design with a clear, straightforward 80s styling and solid construction. The combination of veneered wood appearance and a dark front panel makes the device a decorative as well as functional vintage object.

Technical features
3-Band Tuner: FM / MW / LW
FM stereo with stereo indicator
FM Mono Circuit
Line-in input (external source can be connected)
Separate controls for volume (with on/off), balance and tone
Large analog scale window
Mains operation 230V / 50Hz
Made in Malaysia for Nokia

state
The radio was tested and works perfectly.
All functions are working correctly.
Stereo display active.
Reception clear and stable.
Visually, the device is in very good, well-maintained condition with signs of wear appropriate for its age.
On a rear upper edge there is a small veneer chip (see close-up photo). It is purely cosmetic and does not affect stability or function.
The speaker grilles are clean and undamaged.
Front panel and controls in very good condition.

Package contents
Nokia HR 850 Viola
Fixed power cord

A video test is available here: https://youtube.com/shorts/HS3c-x2O7Cg?si=dMvmuft8MM8KoJQk�

An attractive 1980s design object with reliable technology — suitable both as a functional radio and as a decorative collectible.

Nokia HR 850 'Viola' – Stereo 3-Band Home Radio – circa 1986–1988 – Wood Veneer Design – Made in Malaysia for Nokia

A stylish Nokia HR 850 'Viola' stereo home radio from the second half of the 1980s is for sale.

This model blends classic wood-decor design with a clear, straightforward 80s styling and solid construction. The combination of veneered wood appearance and a dark front panel makes the device a decorative as well as functional vintage object.

Technical features
3-Band Tuner: FM / MW / LW
FM stereo with stereo indicator
FM Mono Circuit
Line-in input (external source can be connected)
Separate controls for volume (with on/off), balance and tone
Large analog scale window
Mains operation 230V / 50Hz
Made in Malaysia for Nokia

state
The radio was tested and works perfectly.
All functions are working correctly.
Stereo display active.
Reception clear and stable.
Visually, the device is in very good, well-maintained condition with signs of wear appropriate for its age.
On a rear upper edge there is a small veneer chip (see close-up photo). It is purely cosmetic and does not affect stability or function.
The speaker grilles are clean and undamaged.
Front panel and controls in very good condition.

Package contents
Nokia HR 850 Viola
Fixed power cord

A video test is available here: https://youtube.com/shorts/HS3c-x2O7Cg?si=dMvmuft8MM8KoJQk�

An attractive 1980s design object with reliable technology — suitable both as a functional radio and as a decorative collectible.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Nokia
Model
Viola 850
Multiple Models
No
Physical condition
Very good
Nr of items
1
Includes
No extra's
Serial Number
579686
Year of Manufacturing
1986
Weight
2.9 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
Height
145 cm
Width
48 cm
Depth
17 cm
GermanyVerified
112
Objects sold
100%
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