Revox - B 160 Tuner





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Description from the seller
Revox B160 High-End – Fully Serviced – Perfect Sound – Collector’s Condition – Swiss Precision
The device has been completely overhauled by a specialized technician, with targeted interventions to ensure full efficiency and long-term reliability:
Control and adjustment of the reading mechanism
Verification and calibration of the laser section
Power supply check and replacement of critical components where necessary
Extended operating testing
Perfectly functioning in every part.
Sound Quality
The sound is powerful, detailed and perfectly balanced, with:
Deep and controlled bass
Natural and musical mids
Precise high frequencies but never fatiguing
Excellent stereo separation
A refined sound performance, typical of high-end machines of the era, still greatly appreciated by audiophiles today.
Conditions Estetiche
Excellent overall condition, with slight signs of aging compatible with the age. Clear and legible display, buttons and controls perfectly responsive.
Device ideal for collectors and vintage high-fidelity enthusiasts.
Professional packaging and secure shipping guaranteed.
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.
Revox B160 High-End – Fully Serviced – Perfect Sound – Collector’s Condition – Swiss Precision
The device has been completely overhauled by a specialized technician, with targeted interventions to ensure full efficiency and long-term reliability:
Control and adjustment of the reading mechanism
Verification and calibration of the laser section
Power supply check and replacement of critical components where necessary
Extended operating testing
Perfectly functioning in every part.
Sound Quality
The sound is powerful, detailed and perfectly balanced, with:
Deep and controlled bass
Natural and musical mids
Precise high frequencies but never fatiguing
Excellent stereo separation
A refined sound performance, typical of high-end machines of the era, still greatly appreciated by audiophiles today.
Conditions Estetiche
Excellent overall condition, with slight signs of aging compatible with the age. Clear and legible display, buttons and controls perfectly responsive.
Device ideal for collectors and vintage high-fidelity enthusiasts.
Professional packaging and secure shipping guaranteed.
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.

