Sony - ICF-8000 Transistor radio
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Description from the seller
This model belongs to Sony’s renowned “Super Sensitive” series, designed for demanding listeners and radio enthusiasts. With its classic 1970s design and robust construction, the ICF-8000 combines technical performance, reliability, and vintage charm.
It covers:
FM (VHF)
MW / AM
4 Shortwave bands (continuous coverage from ~1.6 to 21 MHz)
Thanks to its superheterodyne circuit (455 kHz IF) and telescopic antenna, it offers above-average sensitivity, particularly on shortwave bands .
The tuning is exceptionally smooth (flywheel mechanism), making station search precise and enjoyable — a hallmark of quality Sony engineering.
Technical Features
6-band receiver (FM / MW / 4× SW)
Fully transistorized (approx. 14 semiconductors)
Analog tuning with fine adjustment
Telescopic antenna + internal ferrite antenna
Tone control and signal/battery meter
Dual power supply:
Batteries (4 × 1.5V)
Mains (100–250V, international use)
Dimensions & Weight (approx.)
Width: ~26–30 cm
Height: ~16–20 cm
Depth: ~8–10 cm
Weight: approx. 1.5–2.5 kg
This model belongs to Sony’s renowned “Super Sensitive” series, designed for demanding listeners and radio enthusiasts. With its classic 1970s design and robust construction, the ICF-8000 combines technical performance, reliability, and vintage charm.
It covers:
FM (VHF)
MW / AM
4 Shortwave bands (continuous coverage from ~1.6 to 21 MHz)
Thanks to its superheterodyne circuit (455 kHz IF) and telescopic antenna, it offers above-average sensitivity, particularly on shortwave bands .
The tuning is exceptionally smooth (flywheel mechanism), making station search precise and enjoyable — a hallmark of quality Sony engineering.
Technical Features
6-band receiver (FM / MW / 4× SW)
Fully transistorized (approx. 14 semiconductors)
Analog tuning with fine adjustment
Telescopic antenna + internal ferrite antenna
Tone control and signal/battery meter
Dual power supply:
Batteries (4 × 1.5V)
Mains (100–250V, international use)
Dimensions & Weight (approx.)
Width: ~26–30 cm
Height: ~16–20 cm
Depth: ~8–10 cm
Weight: approx. 1.5–2.5 kg
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Sony
Model
ICF-8000
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Good
Number of objects
1
Includes
Power Adapter, Power cord
Year of manufacture
1976
Weight
2500 g
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
Height
20 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
10 cm
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