SHARP QT-Y8 Rare Vintage Cassette Deck Boombox TV-Audio Serviced Japan Warranty

SHARP QT-Y8 — Rare Vintage Twin Deck Boombox Japan TV-Audio Auto-Reverse

🎙️ The time that plays
Close your eyes and step into the late '70s/'80s… the tape glides, the dial moves, warm analog sound fills the room. At the center is the SHARP QT-Y8 — a slim, feature-packed boombox from the era when engineering and longevity mattered most.

👤 If you're reading this, you get it
You want a soulful machine: tactile keys, smooth controls, soft-touch transport and true analog radio. For collectors, music lovers and restorers, the QT-Y8 is the one.

🎧 What you get (besides sound):
• Authentic, rich analog stereo for its compact size
• Dual auto-reverse decks ; Tape-2 REC/PLAY standby
• Radio: FM/AM + TV-Audio (VHF, Japan standard; TV sound only; reception may be limited outside Japan)
• 5-band graphic equalizer, lively voicing
• A clean 80s design piece — a perfect gift and interior accent
Condition: Imported from Japan , fully working ; cosmetics as per photos . Light preventive care/cleaning performed after import.

🧠 Model note
Within SHARP's slim QT-Y line, the QT-Y8 stands out for its dual auto-reverse , TV-Audio (VHF) capability and the 5-band EQ — a sought-after combo among compact twin-deck boomboxes.

📦 Size & weight
• Dimensions (W×H×D): ~ 50.5 × 14.4 × 13.0 cm / 19.9 × 5.7 × 5.1 in
• Net weight: ~ 3.86 kg / 8.5 lb

⚙️ Technical info
Model: SHARP QT-Y8 — Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder (Twin Deck, Auto-Reverse)
Made in: Japan
Year: 1980s (approx.)
Power: AC 100 V, 50/60 Hz (Japan) and DC 12 V (8× D cells)
Plug: Japan 2-pin; for 220-240 V regions please use a step-down transformer (not included).
Controls/IO: 5-band Graphic EQ, TV/VHF selector, dual auto-reverse, Timer Stand-By for Tape-2 Rec/Play, phones/mic/line (per photos).

📝 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 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.
For US buyers: Starting from August 29, 2025, all incoming parcels to the US will be subject to taxes, duties, and fees. All customs charges for US shipments will be covered by GLOBAL OPT RetroTone Lab.
Customs Optimization (Available Upon Request):
If you are located outside of Ukraine and would like to explore options for optimizing customs duties and fees, please contact me before payment. I will review the possibilities and inform you of any available solutions.
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