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Vintage 1984 Realistic 12-707 AM/FM Stereo Mate Portable Stereo – Radio Shack
Bring home a fantastic piece of 1980s audio history with this vintage Realistic Model 12-707 AM/FM Stereo Mate, manufactured for Radio Shack/Tandy.
This distinctive compact portable stereo features the iconic silver 1980s design, dual circular speakers, central controls and a large carrying handle. The stereo\'s unique design makes it especially appealing to collectors of vintage electronics, Radio Shack memorabilia and retro 1980s audio equipment.
Features
- Realistic Model 12-707
- AM/FM stereo
- Dual built-in speakers
- Stereo/Mono selector
- Individual left/right volume control
- Portable design with carrying handle
- Distinctive 1980s silver styling
- Battery operated
- Made in Hong Kong
- Manufactured circa 1984
- Includes the original owner\'s manual pictured
The 12-707 is specifically documented as a 1984 Realistic AM-FM Stereo Mate and uses 4 C batteries and 3 AAA batteries.
Condition
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description.
This vintage stereo shows age-appropriate cosmetic wear from decades of storage/use, including surface marks and other signs of age. The overall appearance remains very attractive for a vintage 1980s portable stereo.
Original owner\'s manual is included and is pictured with the stereo.
For example:
TESTED: AM and FM radio tested and working. Both speakers produce sound. Volume, tuning and stereo/mono controls tested.
Please purchase based on the photographs and description.
A great addition for:
- Vintage electronics collectors
- Radio Shack collectors
- 1980s memorabilia collectors
- Vintage audio enthusiasts
- Retro home décor
- Mid-century/1980s-inspired interiors
- Prop/staging
- Music-room décor
- Vintage boombox collections
A particularly interesting piece for collectors because of its unusual compact Stereo Mate configuration and distinctive 1980s industrial design.
