【Overview】 ・This item is a repaired and restored piece of junk from over 45 years ago. While all functions have been confirmed to work correctly, it is a very old device, so it is being sold as a junk item. Occasionally, there are people who complain about issues unrelated to basic functionality, such as excessive noise on one side, slow folder opening, or dissatisfaction with the lighting brightness, and attempt to return the item. I sincerely hope that those who appreciate the value of a repaired item, rather than those types of individuals, will consider purchasing this. 【Product Description】 Product: Stereo Cassette Deck Manufacturer: VICTOR Victor JVC Model Number: KD-A5 Release Date: 1979 Price: 59,800 yen 【Appearance】 ・While there is some fading of the product name display on the front panel, the body is free of rust and dents, and I believe it is a very beautiful item. 【Repairs and Adjustments】 ・Disassembled and cleaned the front and rear of the drive unit, and applied lubricant. ・Cleaned the recording and playback volume controls. ・Disassembled and repaired the cassette loading mechanism. ・Replaced and repaired the fast forward and rewind idlers. ・Adjusted the electronic control DC motor speed. ・Adjusted, demagnetized, and cleaned the recording/playback head azimuth. ・Cleaned the pinch roller and capstan. ・Repaired the capstan drive motor and adjusted its speed. ・Adjusted playback and recording sensitivity, and VU meter sensitivity. 【Features】 ・This model uses an electronic control system for function switching. ・The drive unit and most of the chassis are made of metal, making it very robust. 【Operation Check】 ・All functions, including recording, playback, pause, fast forward, rewind, timer playback/recording, and memory functions, have been confirmed to work. 【Sound Quality Check】 ・Based on listening tests with commercially available music tapes, I believe the sound is suitable for music appreciation as a cassette deck that is over 45 years old (wow and flutter is 0.08% or less, which is very good). (Recording and playback may be impossible depending on the condition of the tape) 【Accessories】 ・One test tape used for confirming recording and playback operation and adjustments. 【Important Notes】 ・The resin parts have deteriorated over time and may cause malfunctions, so please use the device for about 1-2 hours a day. ・The playback speed (pitch) can be finely adjusted with a semi-fixed resistor in the DC control motor circuit, but it requires opening the chassis. 【Reference】 https://audio-heritage.jp/VICTOR/player/kd-a5.html