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Revox B160 single-disc CD player, manufactured in 1980, weighing 11 kg, 45.2 × 33.2 × 15.1 cm, serial number 2241, includes power cable, fully serviced and tested as operational with very good physical condition.
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Revox B160 High-End – Fully Serviced – Perfect Sound – Collector’s Condition – Swiss Precision
The device has been completely serviced by a specialized technician, with targeted interventions to ensure full efficiency and reliability over time:
• Inspection and calibration of the reading/mechanical transport
• Verification and calibration of the laser section
• Power supply check and replacement of critical components where necessary
• Prolonged operation test
• 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 reproduction, typical of high-end machines of the era, still highly appreciated by audiophiles.
Aesthetic Conditions
Excellent overall condition, with slight signs of aging compatible with the age of the unit. Clear and readable display, buttons and controls perfectly responsive.
Device ideal for collectors and vintage hi-fi 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 serviced by a specialized technician, with targeted interventions to ensure full efficiency and reliability over time:
• Inspection and calibration of the reading/mechanical transport
• Verification and calibration of the laser section
• Power supply check and replacement of critical components where necessary
• Prolonged operation test
• 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 reproduction, typical of high-end machines of the era, still highly appreciated by audiophiles.
Aesthetic Conditions
Excellent overall condition, with slight signs of aging compatible with the age of the unit. Clear and readable display, buttons and controls perfectly responsive.
Device ideal for collectors and vintage hi-fi 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.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Revox
Model
B 160
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Very good
Number of objects
1
Includes
Power cord
Serial number
2241
Year of manufacturing
1980
Weight
11 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
Height
15.1 cm
Width
45.2 cm
Depth
33.2 cm
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