🔷 AIWA CS-W55 — Rare Vintage Cassette Boombox Japan Retro Mint Green Color

🎙️ Time That Still Sounds
Close your eyes and return to the early 1980s —
a golden era when AIWA was one of the most respected names in portable audio.

The AIWA CS-W55 is more than a boombox.
It is a bold design statement, warm analog sound, and a rare color variation that immediately sets it apart.

👤 If you're reading this — you already understand
You're not looking for a modern Bluetooth speaker.
You're looking for real mechanics, analog warmth, and authentic Japanese craftsmanship.
Collector, audiophile, or retro design enthusiast — CS-W55 is for you.

🎧 What you get (beyond the sound):

  • 🎼 Warm, rich AIWA analog sound

  • 🎛 Real mechanical buttons and controls

  • 📻 Classic FM/AM analog radio

  • 📼 Cassette deck with auto-stop

  • 🧩 Eye-catching retro design piece

  • 🎁 Rare mint green color — highly collectible and seldom found in this condition

This unit arrived directly from Japan .
It is fully working and remains in excellent cosmetic condition , which is increasingly rare for vintage boomboxes of this age.

🧠 Model History / Collector Insight
During the late 1970s and early 1980s, AIWA competed closely with Sony, Sharp, and Sanyo, often praised for superior sound quality and innovative design.
The CS-W55 became known for its expressive styling and powerful, musical sound signature.
Original color versions — especially mint green — are now highly sought after by collectors worldwide.

📦 Dimensions & Weight:
📏 Size (W × H × D):

  • Metric: approx. 52 × 30 × 14 cm

  • Imperial: ~20.5 × 11.8 × 5.5 in

⚖️ Weight:

  • Metric: ~6.8 kg

  • Imperial: ~15 lbs

⚙️ Technical Details:

  • Model: AIWA CS-W55

  • Country of manufacture: Japan

  • Year: Early 1980s

  • Power supply: 100V (Japanese standard)

  • Plug type: JP / US (EU/UK step-down transformer required)

📌 Condition:

  • Fully working condition

  • All main functions operate correctly

  • Excellent cosmetic condition

  • Original rare mint green finish

  • Please review photos carefully for full condition details

📝 Product Description

Please see the pictures of the products for more details about the condition of the products.
Fully tested. In working condition. Please inspect all images for condition reference.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.
⚡ Please check and take into account the specifics of your local electrical network. If necessary, purchase a voltage adapter (not supplied).
❗ Cassettes, Reels, Vinyl records shown in the photos are for demonstration purposes only and are not included in the sale.

🔒 Warranty

All buyers are granted a 30-day Global ORT warranty on product functionality.
Before sending, you receive a control test video to check the functionality, cosmetic condition, and the quality of the packaging.
Should any issues arise, you can contact us for post-warranty support and repair services.
For an additional fee, you can opt for an extended warranty of 6 or 12 months.
Please reach out to discuss details and pricing.

📦 Shipping

The item will usually be shipped within 2-3 business days after full payment.
Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.
Worldwide delivery available.

🙏 Thank you!
Igor ORT

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