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GRUNDIG CR 455
Zustand wie Neugerät
Funktionstest:
Netzbetrieb
Batteriebetrieb
Aufnahme Eigebautes
Mikrofon - Hohe Dienstgüte
Alle Tasten:
Stop
Rec
Rückspulen
Pause
Start
Vorspulen
Bandzählwerk Incl.
Rückstellung auf 0
Cassette Auswurf
Sämtliche Tasten Top
Neuwertiges - Schaltgefühl
Einrasten und Klick Fast Wie Neugerät.
Tonhöhenregler
Lautstärke
Alles Geprüft und für Sehr Gut Befunden
Privatverkauf keine Garantie, Gewährleistung oder Rücknahme
At €175, this Grundig CR 455 is a poor value compared to the typical used market, which hovers around a €50 median for this unit. The asking price sits well above the 75th percentile, making it an ambitious listing rather than a bargain, especially since similar examples in excellent condition have recently sold for roughly €125–€140 including shipping.
The CR 455 is a solid 1976 German-made portable recorder that works on mains or batteries, offering decent playback and recording for a plastic-cased vintage deck. However, given the inflated price, you should only proceed if the listing includes original accessories like the power cable and battery cover, or if the seller can verify pristine belt and capstan condition to justify the premium over the €50–€90 range.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Grundig traces its origins to post-World War II Germany, founded in 1945 by Max Grundig in Fürth, Bavaria. Starting as a radio repair shop under the name Fürth, Grundig & Wurzer, it quickly pivoted to manufacturing, launching the iconic Heinzelmann radio in 1948 that propelled the brand to global fame. This German engineering heritage defined an era of postwar consumer electronics innovation, with Grundig expanding into televisions, Hi-Fi systems, and broadcast technology through the 1970s. Though the original company faced insolvency in 2003, the brand was revived under Turkish conglomerate Koç Holding via Arçelik in 2007, preserving its legacy while broadening its scope.
In audio and Hi-Fi, Grundig earned renown for pioneering radios, reel-to-reel tape recorders, and high-fidelity stereos that embodied meticulous German craftsmanship. Its postwar lineup included amplifiers, speakers, and complete Hi-Fi consoles, alongside ventures like the ambitious but ill-fated Video 2000 format. Today, the brand's consumer electronics portfolio emphasizes entertainment systems, though it has shifted toward small appliances and white goods; vintage Grundig Hi-Fi gear remains sought after for its robust build and warm analog sound.
Positioned as a mid-tier heritage brand with strong vintage appeal, Grundig appeals to collectors and enthusiasts valuing reliable, no-nonsense German design over cutting-edge exotica. Once a European powerhouse rivaling Philips, its modern iterations under Arçelik maintain accessible quality in over 65 countries, blending nostalgia with practical innovation—ideal for buyers seeking durable, stylish audio classics without boutique premiums.
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