SONY METAL SELECT 90 Rare Vintage Cassette Blank Metal Position Type IV Japan

​⏳ NOT JUST A CASSETTE — A VANISHING MEDIUM This is not just an audio cassette. It is an original physical medium from an era when music had weight, scent, and texture — and was not subject to reissue. The Sony Metal Select 90 is a genuine representative of the analog era, created before digital unification, when every batch was defined by unique tape quality, assembly, and artwork. 📉 Production ceased decades ago. 📈 Demand from collectors and audiophiles grows every year. ​🎯 IDEAL FOR: ✔️ Collectors of vintage Sony media and high-end Japanese cassettes. ✔️ Audiophiles seeking the legendary performance of Type IV Metal tapes. ✔️ Investors in high-fidelity physical media. ✔️ Anyone who values an original factory-sealed masterpiece. ​💎 COLLECTOR'S VALUE (FACTS) 🔒 Original Release — not a reissue. 🌍 Regional Rarity: Japan Domestic Market (JDM). 🏭 Discontinued — high-end Metal (Type IV) tapes are no longer manufactured. 📦 Preservation: Factory Sealed (NOS). 🧮 The Metal Select series is increasingly hard to find in mint sealed condition. ​📊 Market Trends: Prices for quality vintage cassettes are rising steadily, especially for Japanese editions and Metal formulations. ​🎧 WHAT YOU GET 🎼 Authentic analog sound with "Superior Digital Performance" characteristics. 📀 Original Type IV (Metal) Position magnetic tape (Metal Bias 70µs EQ). 🎨 Native 90s Sony aesthetics and premium typography. 🧩 A collectible artifact with significant cultural and historical value. ​📚 HISTORY / FAST FACT The Sony Metal Select was specifically engineered to bridge the gap between analog and digital, offering "Superior Digital Performance" for recording high-fidelity sources like CDs. This JDM model remains a favorite among purists for its exceptional signal stability. ​📦 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 📏 Format: Compact Cassette. ⏱️ Length: 90 minutes. 📌 Condition: Sealed — please inspect images for reference. ⚠️ Condition is honestly stated and confirmed by high-quality photos. ​⚙️ TECHNICAL DATA Model: Sony Metal Select 90. Origin: Made in Japan. Tape Type: Type IV (Metal) Position, 70µs EQ. ​🔐 RISK-FREE PURCHASE We understand collectors. ✅ 30-day description accuracy guarantee. 📦 Professional packaging for international delivery. ​🚨 IMPORTANT FOR COLLECTORS These items are not getting any younger, are never manufactured again, and disappear rapidly from the market. Once this lot is sold — another one in this condition may not appear again. ​❤️ SAVE THIS SELLER Click "♥️ Save this seller" to be the first to see our rare vintage finds. ​📝 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. 🔒 Warranty All buyers are granted a 30-day Global OPT 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 your full payment has been received. I will send you the tracking number once your order has been dispatched. The items are shipped from Ukraine. Standard shipping: approximately 10 working days. 📌 Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. I will try my best to reduce the risk of customs duties. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. ⭐️ Feedback Your satisfaction is my first priority. If you are satisfied with your purchase, please take a minute to leave me positive feedback — I truly appreciate your kindness. If you have any kind of question or concern with your order, please contact me — I will do my best to make sure you are satisfied. 📩 Contact Me Please click "Ask a question" to send a message through eBay. I always respond within 24 hours. 🌀 Looking for More? We always have over 250 models of vintage audio gear and accessories in stock — including turntables, boomboxes, cassette decks, amplifiers, and rare parts. Check out our other listings to discover more retro treasures. 🔍 SEE OUR OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS 🙏 Thank you! — Igor ORT