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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* The Sony CDP-CX450 is a reliable CD player with a capacity to hold up to 400 discs. This model is known for its durability and excellent performance, making it a great addition to any home audio setup. With its sleek black design and trusted Sony brand, this CD player is sure to enhance your listening experience with its smooth operation and high-quality sound reproduction. Additionally, the remote control included ensures convenient playback from a distance.
Compared with a typical used CD changer or other vintage source around US$116 median, this asking price is very ambitious at US$449 and lands well above the US$228 75th percentile. That makes it a stretch unless the buyer specifically wants this model and the package truly is exceptional.
The upside is real: Sony’s CDP-CX450 is a well-liked 400-disc changer for collectors who want convenience, long-form playlisting, and a full library in one box, and the included remote plus replaced belts are meaningful. If the mechanism is healthy, disc loading is smooth, and the carousel tracks reliably, it can still be a very satisfying piece—but at this level, the buyer should expect near-pristine function and condition to justify the premium.
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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