🔷 ONKYO T-4090 — Rare Vintage Analog FM/AM Stereo Tuner | Japan | 1981 🎙️ Time That Still Sounds

Close your eyes and return to the early 1980s.
Soft dial illumination, smooth analog tuning, and the satisfying precision of locking onto a station — no digital noise, no distractions.
The ONKYO T-4090 was created in an era when a tuner was a true Hi-Fi component, not an afterthought.

Designed and manufactured in Japan, this tuner represents ONKYO's commitment to accuracy, stability, and musicality.

👤 If You're Reading This — You Understand

You're not looking for internet radio.
You're looking for real analog FM stereo , with warmth, depth, and character.
Perfect for vintage ONKYO systems, collectors, and listeners who value authentic analog broadcasting.

🎧 What You Get (Beyond Sound):
  • 🎼 Clean and stable analog FM/AM reception

  • 🎛 Smooth analog tuning dial with quartz lock stability

  • 📻 Clear signal, tuning, and stereo indicators

  • 🧩 A true Hi-Fi component — not an accessory

  • 🎁 A rare and elegant addition to any vintage audio setup

This unit was sourced from Germany and remains in good cosmetic condition.
Fully tested and confirmed working.

🧠 Model History / Collector Insight

The ONKYO T-4090 was introduced in the early 1980s as part of ONKYO's quartz-locked tuner lineup.
Manufactured in Japan, it targeted serious listeners seeking stable reception and low distortion while preserving the musical character of analog FM.
Quartz lock technology ensured precise station holding, a key advantage over earlier analog designs.

📦 Dimensions & Weight:

📏 Dimensions (W × H × D):

  • Metric: 41.8 × 12.4 × 39.9 cm

  • Imperial: 16.46 × 4.88 × 15.71 in

⚖️ Weight:

  • 5.9 kg / 13.0 lbs

⚙️ Technical Specifications:
  • Model: ONKYO T-4090

  • Type: Analog FM/AM Stereo Tuner

  • Country of Manufacture: Japan

  • Year: Approx. 1981

  • Tuning Bands: FM / MW

  • FM Range: 88-108 MHz

  • MW Range: 525-1605 kHz

  • Sensitivity:

    • FM: 1.7 µV

    • MW: 25 µV

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio:

    • FM: 68 dB

    • MW: 45 dB

  • Distortion:

    • FM: 0.25%

    • MW: 0.7%

  • Frequency Response (FM): 30 Hz - 15 kHz

  • Output Level:

    • FM: 1500 mV

    • MW: 500 mV

  • Power Supply: Multi-voltage 110/120/220/240 V, 50/60 Hz

  • Plug Type: Region-specific (adapter may be required)

Condition:
✔ Fully working
✔ Good overall cosmetic condition — see photos
✔ Dial and indicators operate correctly

📝 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.
Items ship from the USA, Poland, or Ukraine.
Standard delivery time: approximately 10 working days.

📌 Import duties and taxes are the buyer's responsibility.
For US buyers: Starting August 29, 2025, all customs charges will be covered by GLOBAL ORT .

🌍 Worldwide shipping available.
Customs optimization available upon request.

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