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[Description]Brand: SonyModel: TPS-L2 WalkmanType: Portable Cassette PlayerCondition: Fully serviced and testedVideo: Operation demo video availablePower Tested: Only battery power tested DC adapter function unknownCountry of Manufacture: JapanService PerformedReplaced with Japanese made rubber beltHead cleanedHead demagnetizedUnit disassembled and cleanedPlayback speed adjustedFast forward and rewind tested (smooth operation no abnormal noise)[Shipping]Free shipping by DHL or FedEXInsured, Trackable, Including handling cost.Please allow up to 3 days for shipping as I consolidate shipments over the weekend.Usually arrives in around 10 days after shipping.However, items that require special time for customs clearance, or items with a remote destination will take longer.[International Buyers - Please Note]Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.Please check with your countrys customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.Thanks for seeing my pageARIGATO!!
US$580 is a standout bargain for a used Sony TPS-L2, sitting well below the 25th percentile of US$798 and far under the median of US$1,015. This asking price is a genuine steal compared to the typical used market, where recent comparable listings range from US$798 to US$1,233.
The TPS-L2 is highly prized as the original 1979 Walkman, celebrated for its iconic metallic blue housing and reliable cassette playback without the radio distraction of later models. Its scarcity and status as a collector’s cornerstone make this a timely buying opportunity, especially if the unit includes original accessories or remains in original-owner condition. At this price, it’s a clear win for any enthusiast seeking a legendary piece of audio history.
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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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