The Big Japanese Boombox Haul RADIO #1

[Lasonic TRC-920]

To start with...in my quest to find radios in Japan I was looking for certain things...

EYE CANDY was Very high on the list....I know what I love to look at and those are things that turned me on right from the beginning.

REFERRALS, so many people have bragged about certain models that I just had to see what all the hype was about .

RESALE. I knew some of these radio's are super hard to find here in the states and I thought I would try to bring something back for the US market that we normally just don't see.

SHEAR F'N SIZE ! ! ! Bigger is better right????

So......With out further delay.....

The first radio....

BANG......The Pioneer SK 900

I have to say....this thing is a TANK. Much heavier then it looks
It needs a good dioxit on the input selector switches, but the volume and eq sliders are smooth as glass. I haven't had a chance to really crank her up yet. I want to get the selectors cleaned out before I let her rip!

As you can see....I also have the optional SK 900 model...in fact, I have 5 of them. I will be keeping at least one for myself. If someone is interested in one of these models, PM me.

This radio is a Japanese 100v with a 76 - 90 mhz FM and with the exception of missing one slider control, it is in really good cosmetic condition. Don't let the pictures with my forced flash fool you. The aluminum in the pictures looks pitted, but to the naked eye, it's non existant

Here is a video for you all to check out:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCXLooWEbwk

 

[THAFUZZ]

 

[Gluecifer]

ohhh lovely!

She looks great, Chris! Congraulations!
DEFINITELY a model of boombox that one HAS to get off yahoo if you want one, they're no where else on the planet like they are in .jp.



Rock On.

 

[redbenjoe]

so far -- soooooooooooooooo goood

 

[Lasonic TRC-920]

ohhh lovely!

She looks great, Chris! Congraulations!
DEFINITELY a model of boombox that one HAS to get off yahoo if you want one, they're no where else on the planet like they are in .jp.



Rock On.

Totally agree Rick. These rarely come up in the states and then they are stupid money. I saw allot of these in Japan. I think if someone really wanted one, it would still be cheaper to buy it in Japan and pay the shipping then to get it off eBay in the US.

PAY FOR DOUBLE OR TRIPLE BOXING!

so far -- soooooooooooooooo goood

You know Ira, this is one of those radios that I have read about SO much that it peaked my attention enough to have to experience one. The one draw back right off the bat is the weight. I have other radio's that are this heavy and heavier and as I get older and my back tires more, those are sadly staying home more often. I'm not sure how often this would leave the house, just for that reason

But, I have yet to really lite this one up. As I said, it needs a good cleaning on the controls. After that, we will see where she stands

 

[baddboybill]

Too sweet more, give us more

 

[Superduper]

Most boomboxes from Japan are so corroded. This one is soooo nice that it's uncharacteristic of japanese imports. You sure it came from Japan Chris? I remember my nephew once brought home fish from the market claiming it was caught cuz he couldn't snag anything with his pole and didn't want anyone to know. Awesome score!

But agree on the weight. But more importantly, these are too nice to haul around. It's far more at home sitting on a console with the orchids.

 

[Scotty_M]

Love the video Chris... pleasure to watch.
Lovin the SK by the way. I look forward to your next installment.

Scott

 

[Lasonic TRC-920]

Most boomboxes from Japan are so corroded. This one is soooo nice that it's uncharacteristic of japanese imports. You sure it came from Japan Chris? I remember my nephew once brought home fish from the market claiming it was caught cuz he couldn't snag anything with his pole and didn't want anyone to know. Awesome score!

But agree on the weight. But more importantly, these are too nice to haul around. It's far more at home sitting on a console with the orchids.

She's all Japanese alright....I can't get Shiat on the radio with her here!

I think I did luck out with this, the paint and plastics are all very good. Tuning window is clear with no scratches or dings.The tuning knob has some nicks, but it sticks out the farthest off the front.

Now, who has an EQ slider for me?

Love the video Chris... pleasure to watch.
Lovin the SK by the way. I look forward to your next installment.

Scott

Thanks Scotty. I need to learn how to use my new camera, that might help a little But at least the point gets across.

I'll see if I can get another one unpacked on Sunday.....

Now where is my deoxit?

 

[-GZ-]

give this man his own thread!!!!!
"the japanese connection"
we need more size comparos....otherwise...well done chris!!
keep em comin!

EDIT: and lets get MONO to put a soundtrack to it!

 

[Lasonic TRC-920]

Here is the SK 900 next to the Realistic SCR-8

 

[-GZ-]

Here is the SK 900 next to the Realistic SCR-8



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gracias cristobal!!
i have an scr-8 so that worked out well
sk 900 goin on the short list

 

[baddboybill]

So Chris, have you gotten a 100v Step down transformer for these bad boys?

 

[Lasonic TRC-920]

Here is the SK 900 next to the Realistic SCR-8



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gracias cristobal!!
i have an scr-8 so that worked out well
sk 900 goin on the short list

Good guess huh

Glad I could fan the flames!

So Chris, have you gotten a 100v Step down transformer for these bad boys?

You know what, I've only been running the other Japanese radio's I got on batteries. I did convert the RC-838, but only because a transformer from a 120v version fell into my lap

I have spoken to Norm about what it would take to convert these and he said they really are all unique and would require special handling each. So I will stick with batteries. I could make the investment into a step down, But I would rather have another radio

 

[redbenjoe]

[quote="Superduper" Awesome score!

But agree on the weight. But more importantly, these are too nice to haul around. It's far more at home sitting on a console with the orchids.[/quote]
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yup ---
bet nobody ever carried that model outside ==
sorta like carrying a tele studio downtown

so --they all should be in pristine // library condition

 

[Terry]

Nice work Chris, I can't wait to see the others.

 

[gsbadbmr]

Nice work Chris, I can't wait to see the others.

But WHY WHY WHY Sunday for the next box opening

 

[agc]

Man, that's a sweet box!

I never knew til now about the hidden panel on top! That's awesome!

 

[Boom Shaka Laka]

Hey Chris...

You've got the boomer. (Congrats! Very nice catch!)
You've got the plastic model.

Now you need the CD...

(P.S. It's eBay [ebay]120837422543[/ebay].)

 

[Boom Shaka Laka]

I have spoken to Norm about what it would take to convert these and he said they really are all unique and would require special handling each. So I will stick with batteries. I could make the investment into a step down, But I would rather have another radio.

Yes, there are big, honker 120v - 100v. step-down transformers that can be used in the U.S. to supply power to big, honker Japanese appliances, like microwaves and vacuum cleaners. But they're heavy and expensive and you don't need them for a boomer. This "mouse" works great for electronics. It's small, relatively cheap, and available at major Japanese electronics retailers, like Laox and Ishimaru. Like they say at Stake 'n Shake, "takhomasak" of them next time you're in Japan (or, better yet, get someone to do it for you). You'll be glad you did!