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Fresh Picks • Vintage Finds • Timeless Vintage 1970s General Electric GE Stereo Receiver / 8-Track / Turntable Complete Setup
NICE! | 4-Channel Stereo | Record Player | Speakers & Rolling REPORT
• Good to great overall vintage physical condition ✔️
• No major damages reported
• Minor scratches and scuffs from normal age/use
• Knobs, buttons, and switches are in good condition ✔️
• Receiver and separate 8-track player could use additional cleaning in hard-to-reach areas
• Turntable is very clean and in great physical condition ✔️
• Needle is present and appears to be in good condition, although slightly dusty
•Turntable dust cover is in excellent conditionwith no noticeable scratches, chips, or cracks ✔️
• Both GE speakers are in great physical condition ✔️
• Speaker cabinets have no noticeable vinyl laminate damage
• Speaker covers are in great condition with no rips or tears ✔️
• Rolling stereo stand is in good condition with no major damages
• Stand laminate is in good condition with no surface rust detected
• Adhesive feet remain on the stand's top surface to help protect the finish
• Stand wheels roll smoothly but produce a slight squeaking sound
• Please review all photos for the best representation of condition
⚙️FUNCTIONAL NOTES
GE 4-Channel Stereo Receiver w/ Built-In 8-Track
• Unit powers on properly ✔️
• All lights and indicators appear to operate properly ✔️
• Radio stations were received easily ✔️
• Tuning needle moves smoothly ✔️
• Balance, bass, treble, and volume controls operate properly ✔️
• Audio sounds good through the tested channels ✔️
• AUX input works properly when connected to the GE turntable ✔️
• Rear speaker outputs were not tested
•Built-in 8-track player produced no audio during testing
• Exact cause of the 8-track issue is unknown
GE Automatic Record Player Turntable
• Turntable spins properly ateach RPM✔️
• Record changer operates properly ✔️
• Automatic functions operate properly ✔️
• Needle is present and appears to be in good condition ✔️
•Audio sounds great!✔️
• No operational issues noted during testing
GE Separate 2/4-Channel 8-Track Player
• Unit powers on properly ✔️
• Lights and indicators appear to operate properly ✔️
• Program selection operates properly ✔️
• Fast-forward function appears to operate
• Eject function works properly ✔️
• Pause function works properly ✔️
•No audio was obtained during testing
• Recording function was not tested
• Microphone function was not tested
• Exact cause of the audio issue is unknown
Pair of GE Stereo Speakers
• Both speakers were tested ✔️
•Both speakers sound great!✔️
• No audio issues noted during testing
• Speaker covers and cabinets are in great condition
Rolling Stereo Stand
• Wheels roll smoothly ✔️
• Slight squeaking can be heard when rolling
• Folding speaker holders are in good condition
• Stand can be collapsed for easier transportation and shipping
🔧POSSIBLE ISSUE / SERVICE NOTES
•Both 8-track players will require additional troubleshooting or servicing
• Neither the receiver's built-in 8-track nor the separate 8-track player produced audio during testing
• Possible causes may include dirty tape heads, aging internal components, wiring issues, or connection problems
• These are only possible causes and have not been confirmed
• Rear speaker outputs on the receiver were not tested
• Recording and microphone functions on the separate 8-track player remain untested
• Receiver and separate 8-track player could benefit from additional cleaning and routine servicing
• Rolling stand wheels may benefit from lubrication to eliminate minor squeaking
•Selling the complete setup AS-IS with the testing limitations described above
• Great candidate for a vintage 1970s listening setup or restoration project
đź› DETAILS
• Vintage 1970s General Electric stereo system
•GE SC4205B:4-channel receiver with built-in 8-track
•GE CA960A:Automatic turntable with dust cover
•GE TA640A:Separate 2/4-channel 8-track player
•Two GE stereo speakers
• Rolling stereo stand with folding speaker holders
• Complete matching vintage GE audio setup
• Radio, turntable, AUX input, and speakers tested working
• Both 8-track players require audio troubleshooting
đź“ŹDIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
GE Receiver w/ Built-In 8-Track
• Weight: 17 lbs
• Dimensions: 20.5" × 12.5" × 5"
GE Turntable w/ Dust Cover
• Weight: 14 lbs
• Dimensions: 14" × 16" × 7.5"
GE Separate 8-Track Player
• Weight: 10 lbs
• Dimensions: 16" × 9" × 5"
Rolling Stereo Stand
• Weight: Approximately 10 lbs
• Dimensions with speaker holders folded inward: 22.75" W × 23" H × 12.5" D
GE Stereo Speakers (Each)
• Weight: 9 lbs each
• Dimensions: 17" × 11.25" × 7" each
TOTAL COMBINED WEIGHT: Approximately 69 lbs before packaging
📦SHIPPING NOTES
• Rolling stereo stand collapses for easier shipping
• Speaker holders fold inward
• Components will require careful packaging due to their vintage nature
• Multiple packages may be necessary for safe transportation
📸PHOTO NOTE
Photos represent the exact stereo components, speakers, and stand you will receive and are the best indicator of THE GROVE
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