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This sale is for the Rotel RCD-855 Compact Disc Player only, please see all photos for details of what is included with this unit, power cable is attached but any other accessories not shown are not included. THIS UNIT POWERS ON, however the display shows an ERROR indicator lit and I do not have the availability to fully test it beyond that. It may need repairs and is sold as is, for parts or repair. Please have product knowledge, know how to troubleshoot, or restore, if necessary. Conduct an online product search so that you are 100% certain that this model unit is compatible and match with your specific needs, sold as is, all items have warranty stickers and recorded SN 2103. Do not remove warranty stickers until after you are satisfied with purchase.The following added note is because of the many inquiries I have recieved concerning my AV units.Hello,I obtain these units from a public auction, estate sales and other means. I purchase them frequently and now I have a backlog. I do not have the time right now to check every single port for function, I leave that up to the buyer. These units are sold as is for now, to cover my costs. These units are for someone who can repair them or use for parts, if necessary. Eventually, I will set something up, but for now, I am accepting reasonable offers to cover my costs, including shipping costs, with a minimal profit margin. I just can not test them all, I have so many coming in, and other models in storage. I appreciate your interest, and I will only consider serious offers. Thank you.
This is a straightforward CD player with a good reputation, and at US$79 it looks like a strong deal against the recent used market. With a median of US$249 and a 25th percentile of US$164, this is well below the lower end of typical asking prices, so it reads as a bargain rather than merely fair.
The Rotel RCD-855 is valued for clean, musical playback and solid build quality, and it’s the kind of older Red Book machine many collectors still like for its relaxed, competent sound. At this price, the main upside is simple: you get a respected vintage player with very little financial risk, as long as it powers up, reads discs reliably, and the tray and display behave normally.
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Rotel: Japanese Hi-Fi Heritage Since 1961
Rotel traces its lineage to Tokyo, where entrepreneur and engineer Tomoki Tachikawa established the company in 1961, initially as an OEM supplier manufacturing televisions for Sylvania before pivoting to audio equipment. The brand name itself emerged from a creative necessity—unable to register "Roland" worldwide due to the musical instrument manufacturer's prior claim, Tachikawa combined "Roland" with "Matel," one of his earlier trading companies. Now in its seventh decade, Rotel remains family-owned and operated, with Tachikawa's nephew Peter Kao currently leading the company. This continuity of family stewardship has been central to Rotel's identity and operational philosophy.
Rotel has built its reputation primarily through integrated and power amplifiers, establishing itself as a cornerstone brand for serious music enthusiasts. The company's product portfolio extends across compact disc players, turntables, preamplifiers, and home theater components—over 2 million units across 630 unique models since inception. This focused approach reflects Rotel's core commitment: manufacturing hi-fi equipment and nothing else, eschewing diversification in favor of mastery within audio.
Positioned squarely in the high-end to upper-midrange segment, Rotel commands respect among audiophiles and music lovers seeking exceptional value without compromise on engineering standards. The brand's reputation rests on decades of consistent quality, thoughtful design, and a refusal to chase trends. While known for premium amplifiers targeting discerning listeners, Rotel has recently expanded accessibility with entry-level offerings, ensuring the brand remains relevant across experience levels without diluting its core identity.
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