Decca DP-734 The Sarasota I Portable Stereo Record Player 4-Speed Automatic Detachable Speakers
Bring home a genuine piece of late-1960s portable hi-fi history with the Decca DP-734 “The Sarasota I.” Introduced in 1968, this solid-state stereo phonograph combines a four-speed automatic record changer with two detachable speakers, independent left/right controls, and a three-piece suitcase-style cabinet designed to travel together. Period advertising specifically promoted the Sarasota I as an unusually affordable nationally marketed solid-state stereo automatic. Fully tested, refurbished, and SPENCERTIFIED for reliable vintage playback.
Condition
SPENCERTIFIED - Fully certified by Spencer
Refurbished and SPENCERTIFIED
100% tested and functional. Controls and switches cleaned with WD-40 Specialist Electrical Contact Cleaner. Internal electronics and connections inspected, record changer mechanism checked, platter speeds tested, tonearm operation verified, and both detachable speaker channels checked for proper output.
Cosmetic Condition: 6/10 (cabinet covering shows scuffs, edge wear, small areas of material loss)
Functional Condition: 10/10
Includes
- Decca DP-734 The Sarasota I Portable Stereo Record Player 4-Speed Automatic Detachable Speakers
Other information about the Decca DP-734
- “The Sarasota I” model designation
- Solid-state amplifier
- Automatic record changer
- Four-speed playback
- 16 RPM
- 33 1/3 RPM
- 45 RPM
- 78 RPM
- Shock-mounted changer mechanism
- Detachable left and right speakers
- Three-piece portable cabinet
- Speakers attach to the main cabinet for transport
- Separate left and right channel controls
- Vintage suitcase-style carrying handle
- Olive/black tweed bouclé-style exterior
- Integrated stereo amplifier
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Flip-over stylus suitable for LP/45 and 78 RPM playback
DIMENSIONS
- Size: 19" W × 12" D × 7" H
- Weight: 15 lbs
