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Schwarzes funktionstüchtiges Tape Deck mit neuen Riemen für die Kassettenschublade .
Dolby HX pro
Bias fein Einstellung
Introscan
Musik search Funktion
H/B/T 12,5 / 44 / 32 cm
€80 is a fair-to-good ask for a TD 420, and it edges toward a solid buy if the deck is complete and plays properly. Recent asking and sale references cluster roughly around €70 to €150, with some rough or parts units lower and nicer serviced examples higher, so €80 sits on the sensible side of the market rather than feeling inflated.
This is a well-regarded late-era Harman Kardon deck with Dolby B/C and HX Pro, and it has the kind of substantial, clean-sounding build that still appeals to tape fans. The upside is best when the machine has been serviced or at least confirmed to run quietly with healthy transport and solid recording/playback, since belt, idler, and calibration issues are the usual age-related concerns; at €80, though, it remains an appealing entry if the listing is honest and the deck is intact.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Harman Kardon traces its origins to 1953, when Dr. Sidney Harman and Bernard Kardon, both engineers frustrated with conservative audio manufacturing at the David Bogen Company, invested $5,000 each to launch their venture in Westbury, New York. Their debut product, the Festival D1000, became the world's first compact AM/FM hi-fi receiver, blending breakthrough technology with sleek design to make high-fidelity sound accessible beyond technical enthusiasts. Pioneering innovations like the 1958 Festival TA230 stereo receiver, the 1959 Citation II ultra-wide bandwidth tube amplifier, and the 1970 CAD5 hi-fi cassette recorder with Dolby noise reduction cemented their legacy in simplifying premium audio for the home.
The brand focuses on integrated receivers, amplifiers, tuners, and speakers that emphasize performance, reliability, and elegant industrial design. Over decades, it expanded into home theater systems and automotive audio, powering systems in vehicles from Land Rover and BMW to Volvo and Polestar. While not delving into turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, Harman Kardon prioritizes cohesive hi-fi components that deliver warm, detailed sound without unnecessary complexity.
Harman Kardon holds a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, renowned among knowledgeable buyers for its enduring quality and value rather than ultra-high-end exotica or vintage collector status. Now part of Harman International, it appeals to discerning listeners seeking dependable, stylish gear that echoes its innovative heritage without commanding boutique premiums.
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