Sharp GF 990G ghetto blaster

I will be renovating one of these next week, owner from new, was told only

100 came into the UK, probably 1982 from numerous IC "2.." datecodes. What is the use for the "sound processor" as no display, but seems to have its own 3V batteries for memory retention.
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The front comes away easily as do the 2 tape decks, hopefully just perished rubber bands and minor owner-mangling problems

whole blaster

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N_Cook
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If it is 1982 it uses a very early minidin connector, 8 way, to connect the umbilical to the music processor (not sound processor)

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N_Cook

Here it is in action. Can't see the point really, who wanted to have this five minute wonder "feature"?!

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Gareth.

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Gareth Magennis

I was working for a retailer that sold the large Sharp boom boxes in

1982 and never heard of this model. Were these sold in the U.S? Chuck
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Surprisingly few hits on Google so presumably rare. Latest date found was number .21224-A on a Sharp deck motor , presumably Dec 1982 , so shipped 1983. Other motor had .21127-A

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N_Cook

Back working again with all 7 bands replaced with new silicone rubber bands. I wonder how long they will last. I read last week that silicone rubber is not as tolerant of cyclic loading, which dynamic use of this material I suppose is so, especially around the smaller drive bobbins

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