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Vintage 1989 Sony CDP-190 CD Player with Remote ControlMade in JapanSony Stereo Compact Disc Player (1989)A great sounding Japanese CD player by Sony. In very good condition with some light signs of use and minor marks consistent with age, please refer to pictures. This unit has been a solid performer in my man cave rack and is working well.SpecificationsDisc format: CDDigital converter: TDA1543A-R1CD Mechanism: KSS-240AFrequency response: 2Hz to 20kHzDynamic range: 90dBSignal to Noise Ratio: 93dBChannel separation: 90dBTotal harmonic distortion: 0.05%Line output: 2VDimensions: 430 x 100 x 280mmWeight: 3kgThis item will be carefully packed for shipping with insurance.This item has been security marked.
At US$138, this Sony CDP-190 is priced well above the typical used market, where identical units with working condition are listed around US$60. The asking price sits near the 125th percentile relative to current listings, making it an ambitious ask for a 1989 entry-level player that lacks premium features like front-panel display or advanced transport mechanics.
The CDP-190 is a solid beginner’s choice for its simple, reliable operation and 4× oversampling dual D/A converter design that delivers clean, uncolored sound typical of late-80s Sony CD players. However, at nearly double the common market rate, this listing offers little upside unless it includes original accessories, original box, or is in pristine, original-owner condition—without those, a buyer should expect to negotiate closer to US$60–US$70 for fair value.
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