Sharp - GF-6161 'Boombox' Portable radio

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Sharp GF-6161 'Boombox', originally released in 1979, in good physical condition and tested and working, refurbished; weight about 5 kg; includes power cord.

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Description from the seller

The Sharp GF-6161 (often referred to as the GF-6161H) is an iconic vintage stereo radio-cassette player (boombox) originally released by Sharp in 1979. Collectors and enthusiasts prize this model for its classic early-80s retro design and the distinctive layout of its speaker and cassette deck sections.

Key Specifications & Features

• Speakers: Equipped with a 4-speaker system consisting of two 12 cm woofers and two horn tweeters.
• Sound Output: Delivers a maximum music output of 2 x 3.8 Watts when powered by mains electricity.
• Radio Reception: Features a 4-band superheterodyne tuner supporting FM, MW (Medium Wave), LW (Long Wave), and SW (Short Wave).
• Cassette Deck: Fully integrated cassette deck featuring the then-innovative Auto Program Search System (APSS) for quickly locating tracks on a tape. The deck also supports CrO₂ (chrome) cassettes.
• Power Supply: Operates on mains power (110-120V / 220-240V) or portably via 8 large D-cell batteries (UM/SUM-1).
• Dimensions & Weight: Approximately 45 cm wide, 25.8 cm high, and 12.5 cm deep, weighing around 5 kg without batteries.

Very cool 80ties Stereo Sharp BoomBox radio cassette player/recorder.
In very good to good condition, good (stereo FM) reception.
deck fully works after it got all new belts and idlers.
And good sounding 2-way speakers.
Also a cool “power” led indicator follows the output power from the speaker level.
Records from radio.
All contacts cleaned.

Pictures are description
Cable and cassettes included.
Carefully shipped!

Seller's Story

With a passion for technology and sound, we offer a varied selection, mainly of analog audio equipment, for every budget. Everything is checked, tested, cleaned, and usually refurbished as well. Shipping in sturdy packaging and pickup is always possible near Hoorn/Alkmaar.
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The Sharp GF-6161 (often referred to as the GF-6161H) is an iconic vintage stereo radio-cassette player (boombox) originally released by Sharp in 1979. Collectors and enthusiasts prize this model for its classic early-80s retro design and the distinctive layout of its speaker and cassette deck sections.

Key Specifications & Features

• Speakers: Equipped with a 4-speaker system consisting of two 12 cm woofers and two horn tweeters.
• Sound Output: Delivers a maximum music output of 2 x 3.8 Watts when powered by mains electricity.
• Radio Reception: Features a 4-band superheterodyne tuner supporting FM, MW (Medium Wave), LW (Long Wave), and SW (Short Wave).
• Cassette Deck: Fully integrated cassette deck featuring the then-innovative Auto Program Search System (APSS) for quickly locating tracks on a tape. The deck also supports CrO₂ (chrome) cassettes.
• Power Supply: Operates on mains power (110-120V / 220-240V) or portably via 8 large D-cell batteries (UM/SUM-1).
• Dimensions & Weight: Approximately 45 cm wide, 25.8 cm high, and 12.5 cm deep, weighing around 5 kg without batteries.

Very cool 80ties Stereo Sharp BoomBox radio cassette player/recorder.
In very good to good condition, good (stereo FM) reception.
deck fully works after it got all new belts and idlers.
And good sounding 2-way speakers.
Also a cool “power” led indicator follows the output power from the speaker level.
Records from radio.
All contacts cleaned.

Pictures are description
Cable and cassettes included.
Carefully shipped!

Seller's Story

With a passion for technology and sound, we offer a varied selection, mainly of analog audio equipment, for every budget. Everything is checked, tested, cleaned, and usually refurbished as well. Shipping in sturdy packaging and pickup is always possible near Hoorn/Alkmaar.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Sharp
Model
GF-6161 'Boombox'
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Good
Number of objects
1
Includes
Power cord, Refurbished
Weight
5 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
The NetherlandsVerified
6255
Objects sold
100%
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