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"SkySensor 5500" (1973) Serial: 940389 |
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Prior to the fanatic shortwave radio boom in Japan back in 1970s,
the Sony ICF-5500 had defined the fundamental cosmetic feature of the famous "SkySensor" generation to come.
The 5500 does not have any special consideration for the shortwave listening except external antenna terminals;
single shortwave band only up to 12MHz, no bandspread, no BFO.
Noteworthy features are the provision for the external FM stereo adapter and built-in FM transmitter.
It was a a kind of the general public's receiver aiming to the younger generation. |
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After the acquisition of this radio the light service was performed.
No electronic service was necessary except the scratchy potentiometer treatment.
Missing one of the tone control knobs is a problem,
but the biggest issue is the irritating backlash of the tuning mechanism.
Electronic performance is fine and the audio is rich and crisp;
regaining the smooth tuning will give the true life back to this handsome receiver. |