Revox - B 160 Tuner





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Description from the seller
The unit has been completely overhauled by a specialized technician, with targeted interventions to ensure full efficiency and long-term reliability:
Inspection and calibration of the CD transport mechanism
Verification and calibration of the laser section
Power supply check and replacement of critical components where necessary
Prolonged operational testing
Perfectly functional in every part.
Sound Quality
The sound is powerful, detailed, and perfectly balanced, with:
Deep and controlled bass range
Natural and musical mids
High frequencies precise yet never fatiguing
Excellent stereo separation
An elegant sound reproduction, typical of high-end machines from the era, still highly appreciated by audiophiles today.
Cosmetic Condition
Excellent overall condition, with light signs of wear consistent with age. Clear and legible display, buttons and controls perfectly responsive.
Ideal for collectors and vintage high-fidelity enthusiasts.
Professional packing and guaranteed safe shipping.
Offered for sale is a Revox B160, a true high-end compact disc player from the golden era of Swiss hi-fi engineering. Produced in the mid-1980s, the B160 represents Revox’s uncompromising approach to digital audio, combining precision mechanics with audiophile-grade electronics.
This unit comes from a private collector and has been professionally serviced, ensuring perfect working order and long-term reliability.
Technical Condition – Fully Serviced
The player has undergone professional maintenance including:
Full inspection and calibration of the CD transport
Laser alignment and performance verification
Power supply check and preventive servicing of critical components
Cleaning of internal boards and contacts
Extended playback testing
The unit reads discs quickly and plays flawlessly from start to finish.
Sound Performance – Perfect and Balanced
The sound signature is exactly what collectors expect from the B160:
Deep, controlled bass response
Natural and transparent midrange
Smooth yet detailed high frequencies
Excellent stereo imaging and separation
Stable, low-noise background
A refined, analog-like presentation that makes long listening sessions a pleasure.
Technical Specifications (Collector’s Data)
Type: Single-disc CD player
Digital-to-Analog Converter: Philips TDA1541A (audiophile-grade, highly regarded among collectors)
Digital Filter: 4x oversampling
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Dynamic Range: approx. 96 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: approx. 100 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.005%
Analog Outputs: RCA (Line Out)
Digital Output: Coaxial
Power Supply: Linear transformer-based supply
Build Quality: Heavy steel chassis, precision transport mechanism
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Cosmetic Condition
Very good vintage condition with minor signs of age consistent with careful collector ownership.
Front panel, display, and controls are clean and fully functional.
Secure Sale & Shipping
The unit will be professionally packed using protective materials to ensure safe international shipping.
Serious bidders and collectors only.
The unit has been completely overhauled by a specialized technician, with targeted interventions to ensure full efficiency and long-term reliability:
Inspection and calibration of the CD transport mechanism
Verification and calibration of the laser section
Power supply check and replacement of critical components where necessary
Prolonged operational testing
Perfectly functional in every part.
Sound Quality
The sound is powerful, detailed, and perfectly balanced, with:
Deep and controlled bass range
Natural and musical mids
High frequencies precise yet never fatiguing
Excellent stereo separation
An elegant sound reproduction, typical of high-end machines from the era, still highly appreciated by audiophiles today.
Cosmetic Condition
Excellent overall condition, with light signs of wear consistent with age. Clear and legible display, buttons and controls perfectly responsive.
Ideal for collectors and vintage high-fidelity enthusiasts.
Professional packing and guaranteed safe shipping.
Offered for sale is a Revox B160, a true high-end compact disc player from the golden era of Swiss hi-fi engineering. Produced in the mid-1980s, the B160 represents Revox’s uncompromising approach to digital audio, combining precision mechanics with audiophile-grade electronics.
This unit comes from a private collector and has been professionally serviced, ensuring perfect working order and long-term reliability.
Technical Condition – Fully Serviced
The player has undergone professional maintenance including:
Full inspection and calibration of the CD transport
Laser alignment and performance verification
Power supply check and preventive servicing of critical components
Cleaning of internal boards and contacts
Extended playback testing
The unit reads discs quickly and plays flawlessly from start to finish.
Sound Performance – Perfect and Balanced
The sound signature is exactly what collectors expect from the B160:
Deep, controlled bass response
Natural and transparent midrange
Smooth yet detailed high frequencies
Excellent stereo imaging and separation
Stable, low-noise background
A refined, analog-like presentation that makes long listening sessions a pleasure.
Technical Specifications (Collector’s Data)
Type: Single-disc CD player
Digital-to-Analog Converter: Philips TDA1541A (audiophile-grade, highly regarded among collectors)
Digital Filter: 4x oversampling
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Dynamic Range: approx. 96 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: approx. 100 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.005%
Analog Outputs: RCA (Line Out)
Digital Output: Coaxial
Power Supply: Linear transformer-based supply
Build Quality: Heavy steel chassis, precision transport mechanism
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Cosmetic Condition
Very good vintage condition with minor signs of age consistent with careful collector ownership.
Front panel, display, and controls are clean and fully functional.
Secure Sale & Shipping
The unit will be professionally packed using protective materials to ensure safe international shipping.
Serious bidders and collectors only.

