This is a very rare and originally very expensive CD player made in the late 1990s. It was revolutionary at the time for its design and innovative features and still has a stellar reputation. Unfortunately, this unit has a couple of issues that need to be resolved by the next owner. First, the CD tray has a slight catch when closing. It catches about 1 inch from being fully closed. A slight push and it clears and closes completely and is ready to play. This is probably just a minor mechanical correction that needs to be done on the transport. The other issue Involves distortion in the right channel. The left channel sounds clear and smooth, but the right channel has some distortion. I don’t think this is in the tubes that I used (please note that no tubes are included with this purchase). You are buying the CD player as shown with no tubes. Audiophiles spend considerable money having this CD player refurbished and updated. It is certainly worth the effort. Being sold completely as is and priced accordingly for the issues described. In fully working condition, this is one of the finest CD players ever made. Please check the Internet for reviews from all the major audio publications at the time. It was considered a true breakthrough in CD technology. Will be very carefully packed for safe shipping. Thanks and enjoy. There is an extensive 2005 review of the CD player on stereo file.com. This was the concluding statement of the review: “The SFCD-1 is a perfect example of just how much performance $3500 will get you. In fact, I can recommend the SFCD-1 for even the most demanding high-end systems.” More comments: The Sonic Frontiers SFCD-1 was produced from 1995 till 2005. It's probably one of the most musical sounding CD players ever made at any price, even by today's standards! One listening an you'll fall in love with it's charms. By today's standard noise floor & resolution would be it's Achilles' heels, but it's golden colored tonality, rhythm & pace, sheer musicality will get you hooked.

UNTESTED FOR PARTS OR REPAIR BOX IS LARGE & HEAVY hence high shipping rate 6 Kilos