Realistic Clarinette 125
A compact AM/FM stereo system with turntable and dual cassette decks for tape dubbing and sequential playback
Overview
The Realistic Clarinette 125 is a self-contained AM/FM stereo audio system made by Radio Shack for home use. It has a turntable, dual cassette decks and a headphone output, all in a black plastic case. You can play records, listen to AM or FM radio in stereo, and use the synchro-start dual cassette system to copy tapes or play two cassettes in sequence. It was listed in the Radio Shack 1993 catalog,
Specifications
| Height | 15" |
| Dimensions | 15w x 12d x 9 1/2h |
| Features | Synchro-start dual cassette copies personal tapes and plays two in sequence. AM/FM stereo, turntable, headphone jack. |
Design
The case is black plastic. It is compact and cohesive looking, typical of early '90s consumer electronics.
Context
Radio Shack listed the Clarinette 125 in its 1993 catalog as a multifunctional home stereo system. It came out in the final years of cassette dominance. It combines a radio, a turntable and dual cassettes, for convenience and basic recording capability.
Market
The Clarinette 125 shows up in current listings on eBay, Facebook Marketplace and auction sites. One known issue: the turntable may start to skip during playback.
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