Aiwa CS-210
A basic four-band portable cassette recorder from Aiwa’s early 1980s lineup, built for simplicity and mobility.
Overview
The Aiwa CS-210 is a portable stereo cassette recorder and radio, marketed as a "4 Band Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder" and classified as a mini boombox. Manufactured by Aiwa in Japan, it was released in the 1980s and features four radio bands, though specific band designations beyond AM and FM are not detailed in available sources. The unit supports playback and recording with standard Type I ferric cassettes only, lacking any tape bias or equalization settings for chrome or metal tapes. Its design reflects early 1980s aesthetics, described as colorful and stylistically bold, fitting the era's portable audio trends.
Design
Market
While no official MSRP is documented in authoritative sources, anecdotal reports indicate the Aiwa CS-210 was seen priced between $69 and $99 during its retail life, suggesting it was positioned as an affordable option in the portable stereo market.
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