MINT Bose Acoustic Wave 5 Disc CD Changer Player Section 100% WORKING
We at Electronic-World have a passion for Bose electronics and we have been collecting, repairing, and restoring old-school and vintage USA made Bose products for over 30 years. I'm Tony, the founder of this small family business. From surgical robots to semiconductor mechatronics and even liquid chromatography.
The quality of the products we sell is our number one priority. Please check out my other listings, I specialize only in Bose products with hundreds to choose from. LIGHTLY USED 100% WORKING IN MINT LIKE NEW CONDITION BOSE ACOUSTIC WAVE 5 DISC CD CHANGER FIRST GEN. WHY THIS OLD SCHOOL MODEL?WHY DO I SELL JUST THIS MODEL IN BLACK, WHITE OR SILVER? PLEASE READ MY ENTIRE DESCRIPTION, AS IT SHOULD EXPLAIN EVERYTHING AND ENLIGHTEN YOU ABOUT BOSE WAVE CHANGERS. This unit is elegant, timeless, and simplistic it can be fully controlled without a remote control, as all of the controls are located on the top side of the unit. Compare that to the new inferior models that have no buttons and must be controlled by a Wave radio and or remote.
What engineer genius thought of that? I have been rebuilding Wave radios and CD changers for about 25 years now. The laser diode is basically the engine of the CD player or changer, as more miles are placed on an automotive engine, the engine will weaken due to wear on the piston rings, cam bearings, crank bearings, valve seals, and so on, causing blow by and extensive oil burning in the combustion chamber of the engine. The laser diode is the same, the more a CD is listened to the more wear and deterioration is done to the diode. It is inevitable putting miles on a car will wear the engine among other parts, and listening to your CD player will wear the laser diode. At new, the Bose laser diode should last between 20 to 25 years. If you have a Porsche, a Ferrari, a Lamborghini, or a Rolls Royce you don't go to the local mechanic that works on everything. That's not to say that they might not be able to fix your issue, no you would want to go to a person who specializes in that particular brand. In this case, check and see my other listings I specialize only in Bose products, That is what I do. The laser optic in this unit is as fast as brand new, it literally plays instantly when skipping from song to song NO endless tracking and waiting. That is one quick way to find out if your laser diode has weakened and or is on its last leg without taking it apart and testing wavelength strength, going from song to song. A strong laser diode should even read a scratched CD to a point. WHAT YOU WILL GAIN IS PEACE OF MIND WITH A LIKE BRAND NEW UNIT.. Ask other sellers if they spend 4 hours cleaning, calibrating, and testing their Bose Wave changers before listing each and every one...Ask other sellers if the CD changer lens was cleaned and realigned and also if the leadscrew shaft, gears and sliders were cleaned and had fresh lithium applied.. There is no dust or debris anywhere on or in the unit, its MINT. Fully cleaned outside and inside (internally). Why is it important to have been cleaned internally? This is because dust can cause components to prematurely overheat and shorten their life expectancy.
Dust can also cause electrostatic damage because of its hydrophilic nature can form a conductive electrolyte film that can compromise the surface insulation resistance between conductors (components). All of my Bose CD changers go through vigorous cleaning, lens realignment, calibrating, lubricating, and testing. All this is completed while following ESD protocol. INSPECTING, CLEANING, REPAIRING/REPLACING, CALIBRATING & TESTING: The touch control rubber buttons on the changer have grooves in between them that are meticulously cleaned and inspected for tears or extensive wear including script wear.
The plastic housing shell is inspected for cracks or damages and is replaced if needed. The simulated grills are cleaned from dirt and grime. Optics are inspected (checked for strength) lens is cleaned and realigned. The optic assembly is replaced and a new one is installed if the laser diode is found to be weak. RCA LOW LEVEL OUTPUT TESTED & REPAIRED/REPLACED IF NEEDED. RCA LOW LEVEL INPUTS TESTED & REPAIRED/REPLACED IF NEEDED. CAPACITORS TESTED & INSPECTED FOR LEAKS, SWELLING OR DRIED OUT & REPLACED IF NEEDED MICRO SWITCHES TESTED & CLEANED. CD EJECT IS TESTED & ALIGNED CD DRIVE MOTOR TESTED & REPLACED IF NEEDED POWER SUPPLY TESTED & REPLACED IF NEEDED FUSES INSPECTED & CONTINUITY TESTED & REPLACED IF NEEDED CD 1-5 ROTAION TESTED CD PLAY TESTED CD STOP TESTED CD PAUSE TESTED CD SKIP FORWARD & REWIND TESTED CD FORWARD TRACKING TESTED CD REWIND TRACKING TESTED. POWER CORD INSPECTED & INCLUDED.So glad I got a second one! Very thankful people like Tony take their work seriously and know the old Bose stuff so well.
Answered any questions I had and highly impressed. I can tell a great deal of work went into this unit and is pretty rare to see this level of attention to detail. As for the item itself; I'm actually more impressed in person and I wasn't aware the Bose had other features most overlook or forget (like auto dimming). This an audiophile grade product. You can never ever tell that this wave radio was used.It looks as new as the day it was made. Works perfectly and looks brand-spanking-new!
We used to have one just like this, but it got lost when we moved a couple of years ago. Because its old-school design made it simple to operate, my son, who is developmentally disabled, was able to operate it independently and just loved it and had really missed it. I bought this for him as a graduation gift that he can take with him when he moves away from home, and I hope he can continue to enjoy it for many years to come. Love my Bose alarm clock cd playing radio.Would give six stars if i could! I recommend electronic world for everyone looking for quality products, service, and customer service. Honorable and trustworthy, knowledgeable, answered all my questions and concerns. Arrived on time, in great condition, appears mint.
If you want a pristine Bose Wave Radio/CD in any color, including Platinum White, electronic-world is your place, and Tony is your guy. Can't recommend highly enough.
Looks and sounds brand new. Thanks again Tony for refurbishing these USA made Bose radio/cd players. They are truly a great find. This vintage Bose Wave Radio and CD arrived in perfect condition.
All cleaned up and running like a top. Just like it was brand new. When my old Bose stopped working, I thought it would be impossible to replace it. Looks and Sounds brand new. I have been looking for one of these for a long while.
Absolutely pristine reconditioning, not a speck of dust - and works perfectly. I absolutely love my new/old Bose. Bose is an incredible product especially the older models made in the great USA! Tony is a stand up guy - he really has a passion for Bose. This guy is the best.
He does the full checking and cleaning of his units. Mine looks and sounds like new. Very nice to work with.
Sorry I have not elaborated on your feedback. This store and the Owner (& his hard working wife) are awesome! Wow I received it quickly and it was packaged well. It looked great and even smelled clean. But most important it WORKED great.Played many CDs with no problem. This Bose Wave is spectacular. Super clean, every function is perfection. A pro at refurbishing and personable too. It's apparent he takes pride in what he does and adds fabulous customer care on top.
Wish there were more like him!