Rare 1950s SONY Tapecorder Model 101, an early open reel tape recorder. Housed in a heavy suitcase-style cabinet with a vacuum tube design, it's a symbol of SONY's technology at the time. The lamp lights up and the reels rotate when powered on, but the rotation is unstable, and audio playback has not been confirmed. Therefore, it is being sold as-is. Please consider it with the assumption that internal maintenance and servicing will be required. The exterior has scratches, scuffs, and discoloration due to aging, but it retains its original texture and has the atmosphere of a vintage device. A SONY original pedal-type controller is also included. Recommended for display, research, and as a reference. (Size) Approx. Width 38cm Depth 33cm Height 18cm Please purchase only if you understand old machinery. It will be carefully protected with cushioning material when shipped. [Remarks] Please note that it may be sold out due to being listed on multiple sales channels. Recycled packaging materials will be used. Please also check the profile. For international buyers: Vintage SONY Tapecorder Model 101. Power on, motor spins but unstable. Sold as-is. Search words: #Sony #OpenReel #VacuumTube #VintageAudio #ShowaRetro #Tapecorder #Model101