{"product_id":"panasonic-re-8420-vintage-quadraphonic-4-channel-8-track-am-fm-stereo-receiver-1972","title":"Panasonic RE-8420 Vintage Quadraphonic 4-Channel 8-Track AM\/FM Stereo Receiver (1972)","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience the golden age of quadraphonic audio with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanasonic RE-8420\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a distinctive early-1970s stereo receiver featuring a built-in 8-track player, AM\/FM radio, and four-channel amplification. Designed for both traditional stereo and immersive four-speaker listening, this vintage receiver features Panasonic's Quadruplex circuitry, independent channel-level adjustments, and a striking champagne-silver faceplate with illuminated tuning display. Its classic woodgrain cabinet and analog controls make it a standout addition to any retro hi-fi system. Fully tested, refurbished, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSPENCERTIFIED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for reliable everyday listening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefurbished- \u003cstrong\u003eSpencertified\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPENCERTIFIED\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Fully Certified by Spencer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% tested and functional. Cleaned inside and out, with worn components replaced as needed. Controls, switches, and connections cleaned with WD-40 Specialist Electrical Contact Cleaner. Internal boards and amplifier circuitry inspected, with the 8-track playback mechanism, tape head, capstan, track-change mechanism, and AM\/FM tuner serviced and checked as needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetic condition: 8\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFunctional Condition: 10\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWHAT'S IN THE BOX?\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePanasonic RE-8420 Vintage Quadraphonic 4-Channel 8-Track AM\/FM Stereo Receiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eOther information about the Panasonic RE8420\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuadraphonic 4-Channel Amplification: Designed to drive four speakers for an immersive vintage audio experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-In 8-Track Cartridge Player: Plays compatible stereo and quadraphonic 8-track tapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-Channel \/ 4-Channel Tape Selection: Supports conventional stereo and discrete four-channel 8-track playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanasonic Quadruplex Circuitry: Provides expanded four-speaker listening from compatible stereo sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAM\/FM Stereo Radio: Built-in analog tuner for local radio reception.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFET FM Tuner: Designed for sensitive FM reception.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic Frequency Control (AFC): Helps maintain stable FM tuning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated Tuning Display: Vintage green backlit AM\/FM frequency scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLighted 8-Track Program Indicators: Displays the selected tape program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual Program Selection: Front-panel control for changing 8-track programs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour Channel-Level Sliders: Separate front and rear channel level adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBass and Treble Controls: Adjustable tone settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoudness Control: Enhances tonal balance at lower listening volumes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereo\/Quadraphonic Mode Controls: Flexible playback configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone Jack: Convenient front-panel headphone connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary\/Tape Inputs: Rear RCA connections for external audio sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-Channel MPX Output: Connection for compatible external quadraphonic decoding equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote Balance Connection: Rear-panel connector for compatible external balance control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour Speaker Outputs: Connections for front and rear speaker pairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChampagne-Silver Faceplate: Classic brushed-metal appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoodgrain Cabinet: Traditional 1970s stereo component styling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid-State Electronics: Vintage transistor-based amplification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18\" W × 5.5\" H × 10\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eINPUTS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAM\/FM Antenna (back)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAUX \/ Tape In L\/R x2 (back)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 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