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*US* BUYERS IGNORE MESSAGE ABOVE SAYING THERE IS TARIFFS FOR THE BUYER THAT IS NOT TRUE! I PREPAY ALL US BUYER TARIFFS NO TARIFFS FOR YOU TO PAY, YOU PAY IS ONLY AT CHECKOUT NO HIDDEN FEES*Immerse yourself in the vintage charm of the Sony LBT-D790, a rare find for audio enthusiasts and collectors alike. This compact and shelf stereo system seamlessly blends the classic allure of CDs with the nostalgic appeal of dual cassette playback, all while delivering exceptional sound quality that Sony is renowned for.The LBT-D790 model boasts a sleek design, making it a striking addition to any room. Its user-friendly interface allows for easy operation, ensuring a smooth listening experience. Whether you're looking to complete your collection or enjoy your favourite tunes, this stereo system is a testament to the enduring legacy of Sony audio electronics.
Condition unknown makes this a cautious buy, but US$605 looks ambitious for a Sony LBT-D790 unless it’s exceptionally clean, complete, and fully serviced. Recent asking prices for the full system have clustered more around roughly US$250–US$500, with working examples often landing in the mid-US$400s, so US$605 is at the high end of the market.
What makes it appealing is the D790’s solid late-’90s Sony mini-system charm: punchy, room-filling sound, dual-cassette nostalgia, and a collectible factor that still draws buyers. If the deck, belts, transport, remote, and original speakers are all present and verified working, the premium is easier to understand; if not, I’d want a better number or proof of a recent service, because age-related cassette wear is the main value risk here.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sony emerged from the ruins of post-World War II Japan, founded on May 7, 1946, by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo K.K. in Tokyo's Nihonbashi district. Starting with radio repairs and Japan's first magnetic tape recorder, the duo secured transistor licensing from Bell Labs, pioneering the TR-55 transistor radio in 1955. Renamed Sony Corporation in 1958—from the Latin "sonus" for sound—the brand symbolized Japan's ascent from cheap imitations to innovative leadership, fueled by Ibuka's engineering prowess and Morita's global marketing vision.
Sony's hi-fi legacy spans headphones, amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark formats like the Compact Disc in 1982 and Blu-ray. Iconic products include the Walkman for portable audio revolution and Trinitron televisions, blending consumer accessibility with cutting-edge tech. Today, offerings like the Signature Series headphones and ES amplifiers target discerning listeners seeking refined soundstaging and dynamic range.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end powerhouse, Sony commands respect among knowledgeable buyers for blending mass-market reliability with premium performance, outpacing many pure audiophile brands in innovation and value. Far from vintage relic or niche boutique, it dominates with forward-thinking engineering, holding strong market share in headphones and streaming ecosystems.
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