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Harman/Kardon CD Player HD 980 mit Universalfernbedienung (Original ist defekt – lege sie bei für evtl. Bastler) inkl. Bedienungsanleitung und Universalfernbedienung. Läuft einwandfrei, gut Gepfelgt.
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Our Thoughts RADAR AI

This is a fair ask, leaning slightly to good value if the unit is genuinely clean and fully working. For a used Harman Kardon HD 980, €70 sits in the sensible budget end for an older standalone CD player of this class; it is not a bargain-bin score, but it is comfortably in the range I’d expect for a working example in good condition.

It’s worth buying because the HD 980 is a straightforward, competent player with MP3-CD and recordable-disc compatibility, so it covers both standard CDs and mixed music libraries well. The upside is best when the tray, transport, and display are behaving properly, since older disc players can be fussy with aging mechanisms. If it has the remote, original packaging, or proof of light use, that strengthens the case; if not, €70 is still reasonable for a tidy, listen-ready unit.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Harman Kardon

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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