National RX-5080 Rare Vintage Stereo Cassette Boombox JDM 100V Warranty

This unit has been professionally checked and tested before listing.
A working video can be provided before shipping.
We provide careful international packaging, insured shipping and 30-day functional warranty.
This is a collector-grade vintage audio item, not a random untested unit.

🎙️ Time That Still Sounds

The National RX-5080 has the calm confidence of a serious Japanese boombox from the early 1980s. It does not rely on exaggerated decoration. Its character comes from balance: wide silver body, large round speaker grilles, long tuner scale, clear Japanese markings, central cassette section and the warm visual charm of a true National/Panasonic domestic-market machine.

This is a real vintage stereo radio cassette recorder — physical, tactile and honest. It belongs to a time when portable audio was built with proper speakers, real switches, mechanical controls and a sense of presence that modern compact devices simply do not have.

👤 If You Are Reading This — You Understand

You are not looking for another disposable Bluetooth speaker.
You are looking for a vintage object with soul — the click of the cassette keys, the movement of the tuner pointer, the feeling of Japanese engineering, and the quiet pleasure of owning a preserved audio piece from another era.

For a collector, this National RX-5080 is attractive because it is the Japanese domestic version, made in Japan, with original Japanese panel markings and the correct rear specification plate. For an emotional buyer, it is a beautiful vintage boombox that brings back the feeling of real cassette listening, radio tuning and room presence.

🎧 What You Get Beyond the Sound

🎼 Authentic vintage stereo cassette and radio experience.
🎛 Real mechanical buttons, sliders, tuner scale and cassette controls.
📻 FM/AM reception with classic analog radio character.
🧩 Strong visual design with silver body, dark speaker grilles and Japanese-market identity.
🎁 A great display piece for a collection, music room, studio or vintage interior.
🛡 Safer purchase thanks to testing, real photos, video demo availability, careful packing and 30-day Global ORT Warranty.

This unit was brought from Japan and is in working condition. The actual cosmetic condition is shown in the photos. Visible signs of age and use may be present, as expected for a vintage portable audio device. Please review all photos carefully — they are part of the description and show the real unit you will receive.

🧠 Collector’s / Model Note

The National RX-5080 is a Japanese-market stereo radio cassette recorder from the National/Panasonic family. It is known for its clean symmetrical layout, two-way four-speaker system, Ambience feature and strong mid-size boombox proportions. The Japanese domestic version is especially interesting for collectors because it keeps the original National branding, Japanese control markings and 100V specification plate.

Unlike many ordinary cassette radios, the RX-5080 has a more serious speaker layout with two 16 cm woofers and two 5 cm tweeters, giving it a stronger collector profile and a more substantial physical presence.

📦 Dimensions & Weight

📏 Size — European standard:
53.4 × 26.5 × 17.8 cm

📏 Size — US standard:
21.02 × 10.43 × 7.01 in

⚖️ Weight — Europe:
5.7 kg without batteries
6.5 kg including batteries

⚖️ Weight — USA:
12.57 lb without batteries
14.33 lb including batteries

⚙️ Technical Information

Model: National RX-5080
Type: Vintage stereo radio cassette recorder / boombox
Production: Japan
Year: approximately early 1980s
Power: AC 100V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption: 15W according to rear label / Japanese specification
Battery operation: DC 12V, 8 × D-cell batteries
Speaker system: 2-way / 4-speaker system
Woofers: 2 × 16 cm
Tweeters: 2 × 5 cm
Maximum practical output: 10W total / 5W × 2
Radio bands: FM / AM
FM range: 76–108 MHz
AM range: 525–1605 kHz
Tape system: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape speed: 4.8 cm/sec
Noise reduction: Dolby System, visible on front panel
Inputs/outputs: microphone input, line in, line out, external speaker / headphone connections according to rear panel layout
Condition: working
Maintenance: not specified
Cosmetic condition: as shown in the photos
Origin: brought from Japan

Important voltage note: this is a Japanese 100V unit. Buyers in 110V / 120V / 220V / 230V countries may need a proper step-down transformer. Please check your local electrical network before use.

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📝 Product Description
All images are part of the description and reflect the actual condition of the device.
❗Demonstration materials (cassette tapes, reels, accessories) are not included unless explicitly stated.
⚡ Please check and take into account the specifics of your local electrical network. If necessary, purchase a voltage adapter (not included).
👉 Warranty and Service
All buyers are provided with a 30-day global ORT warranty covering product functionality.
Before shipping, you will receive a video test of functionality, appearance, and packaging quality.
You can contact us for out-of-warranty support, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
For an additional fee, you can choose an extended warranty of 6 or 12 months.
Please contact us to discuss the terms.
📦 Shipping
Items are typically shipped within 2-3 business days after receiving full payment.
I will send you a tracking number once your order has shipped.
Products are shipped from warehouses in the United States, Poland, and Ukraine.
Standard shipping: approximately 10 business days.
📌 Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping costs. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office to determine what additional costs may apply before purchasing.
🔄 Exchange Options
We offer exchange options for equipment purchased from us, allowing you to gradually upgrade your system.
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