Karpaty 205-1 Soviet Portable Cassette Recorder – Vintage USSR Boombox, Tested
Karpaty 205-1 Soviet Portable Cassette Recorder – Vintage USSR Boombox, Tested
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About this piece
Sold – see similar Soviet cassette players and audio in our collection. Karpaty 205-1 portable cassette recorder from the USSR, tested and working.
From the seller's notes
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This vintage Soviet cassette recorder is the Karpaty 205-1, a portable cassette player and recorder made in the USSR in the 1980s. It has an iconic Soviet industrial look, with a sturdy black plastic body, a carrying handle, an analog sound level indicator and a built-in speaker.
Item Details
- Brand: Karpaty
- Model: 205-1
- Type: Portable cassette player/recorder
- Color: Black
- Era: 1980s
- Power: 220 V AC, 12 V DC or six D-size (373) batteries
- Controls: Volume and tone sliders, record level indicator, tape counter, built-in microphone
- Connections: 5-pin DIN for audio in/out, headphone jack, side jack for external power
- Country of Manufacture: USSR
Condition
Tested and working: the play, fast forward and rewind buttons and the volume controls function. Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and wear. The battery compartment is clean with no corrosion on the springs, and the original protective foam pads on the compartment cover have discolored with time. Please review the photos for the exact appearance.
About This Piece
Portable tape recorders such as the Karpaty were widely used in Soviet homes for listening to music and recording, and the 5-pin DIN connections were typical of Soviet audio equipment. The unit can run from the mains, an external DC supply or batteries, which makes it flexible for display and use. It will suit collectors of Soviet audio and fans of retro boomboxes.
What's Included
- Karpaty 205-1 cassette recorder
- A power cable and a cassette are not included
Worldwide shipping from Ukraine. Every order is carefully packed — fragile items are packed separately — and shipped via Ukrposhta with a tracking number.
- Worldwide delivery: typically 2–4 weeks
- Package tracking is included when offered by the carrier
For returns, see the Return Policy tab.
Returns & Refunds
I want you to be happy with every piece you buy from Soviet Vintage Store. If something is not right, you can return it within 30 days of delivery.
How to return an item
- Email me at vladimirchuprina1971@gmail.com or message me on WhatsApp (+380 50 258 5695) within 30 days of delivery. Please include your order number and the reason for the return.
- I will confirm the return and reply with instructions. Items sent back without contacting me first cannot be accepted.
- The item must be returned in the same condition you received it, with all parts, accessories and original packaging that came with it.
- Return shipping is paid by the buyer. Please use a tracked shipping service and pack the item carefully — vintage pieces are fragile, and I can't refund items damaged on the way back.
Return address
Soviet Vintage Store
Pavlograd, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, 51453, Ukraine
(I will confirm the full address and recipient name by email when your return is approved.)
Damaged or not as described
Please inspect your order when it arrives. If an item arrives damaged or is significantly different from its description, contact me within 30 days of delivery with photos of the item and the packaging, and we will agree on a fair solution — a refund, a partial refund or a return.
Refunds
Once I receive and inspect the returned item, I will let you know whether the refund is approved. Approved refunds are issued to your original payment method within 10 business days. Your bank or card company may need extra time to post the refund. The original shipping was free, so there is nothing to deduct for it; import duties or taxes you paid in your country are not refundable by me.
Exchanges
Most items are one of a kind, so exchanges usually aren't possible. Return the item for a refund and place a new order for the piece you want.
Payments in this store are processed by Western Bid, Inc. (see our Terms of Service). Questions about a return? Write to me any time: vladimirchuprina1971@gmail.com.
Original Soviet object
Authentic item from the USSR period, not a reproduction.
Honest condition
Wear, marks and working status are described, not hidden.
Photographed as is
What you see in the photos is exactly what you receive.
Packed with care
Fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed separately.
Tracked shipping
Free tracked shipping from Ukraine. Dispatched within 1–2 business days.
30-day returns
Return within 30 days of delivery; the buyer pays return shipping.
Original Soviet objects · Described honestly
Condition guide
- New old stockUnused, from old warehouse stock
- ✓ Used vintageThis item
- As-is / for partsSold untested or not working
Care & handling
- Most Soviet electronics run on 220V — use a step-down converter in the US.
- Power up slowly and check before regular use; vintage parts may need service.
- Keep dry and away from dust; store with lens and battery covers on.
- Remove batteries before long-term storage.
Frequently asked questions
Is this item authentic?
Yes. I sell original vintage items, not reproductions. If an item's age or origin is uncertain, I say so clearly in the description.
How is the item packed?
I pack every item myself. Fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed separately.
How long does shipping to the US take?
Shipping is free — it is included in the price. I dispatch within 1–2 business days from Ukraine via Ukrposhta with a tracking number; delivery to the US typically takes 2–4 weeks. Import duties, if any, are paid by the buyer.
Can I return the item?
Yes. You can return an item within 30 days of delivery; the buyer pays return shipping. Contact me first and I will send the return details. See the Refund Policy for details.
Can I make an offer?
Yes — use the “Make an offer” link next to the price. If I accept, you'll receive a secure checkout link at the agreed price.