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Dust Cover for Sanyo TP-1005 Auto Return Belt Drive Turntable Record PlayerDust cover is in excellent used condition, and has been removed from a Sanyo TP-1005 that had mechanical issues. I am not sure if this will fit other Sanyo turntables from the same series, so buyer discretion advised. No major points of damage inflicted along any edge or face of the plastic, with the most notable flaw being some very light scuffing along the top that would be expected from a turntable of this era. Spring clips feel sturdy, and the cover stays in place well when attached to its respective player. See all pictures closely for details of condition, and specifications of the item. Message me with any questions or concerns you may have. Well established eBay seller just getting started on Reverb!
US$45 is a strong buy for a TP-1005 if it’s complete and actually working. Comparable vintage Sanyo tables don’t usually bring much, and this is comfortably into bargain territory rather than “cheap but questionable.”
The appeal here is simple: these CEC-built Sanyos are straightforward, dependable belt-drive decks with a decent stock tonearm and a solid platform for an everyday cartridge. At this price, the upside is obvious even if it needs a belt, stylus, or light cleanup. I’d just confirm the platter spins smoothly, the speed is stable, and the cueing and auto-return functions work before jumping on it.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. traces its origins to 1947 in Osaka, Japan, when Toshio Iue, brother-in-law of Panasonic founder Kōnosuke Matsushita, launched the company using a disused Matsushita factory to produce bicycle generator lamps. Formally incorporated in 1950, the name "Sanyo"—meaning "three oceans"—reflected Iue's vision of global reach across the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian oceans. From these humble beginnings, Sanyo rapidly expanded into consumer electronics, pioneering Japan's first plastic radio in 1952 and pulsator washing machine in 1954.
In audio and hi-fi, Sanyo earned recognition for mass-market components like stereo systems, introduced in 1958, and the groundbreaking all-transistor DC-600 system in 1963. The brand produced reliable radios, tape recorders, cassette decks—often rebadged for other labels—and hi-fi systems, alongside televisions and amplifiers. Later ventures included acquiring the U.S. Fisher brand in 1975, elevating its profile in receivers and speakers aimed at everyday enthusiasts.
Today, Sanyo holds vintage-collector status rather than an active hi-fi contender, its reputation rooted in affordable, innovative Japanese engineering from the 1960s-1980s golden era. Once a "3S" giant alongside Sony and Sharp, it catered to mid-tier buyers seeking solid performance without audiophile premiums, though its absorption into Panasonic in 2009 shifted focus away from dedicated audio gear. Collectors prize well-preserved Sanyo pieces for their durability and nostalgic appeal in retro setups.
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