classic Sony ST-515 analog tuner with digital display and unique preset tuning

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Nice classic Sony tuner listed here... from my own working collection. I used this tuner and the matching amplifier (TA-313, available in a separate listing) in my work office for a few years before remote working put that to an end - my home office is already stuffed with Tandberg and Sony ES whole-house systems so these are the odd man out.
Note: this listing is just for the tuner, the TA-313 amplifier in the pictures is not included, has been sold already.
I was very taken by the industrial design on this series originally, and have also found them to be solid, reliable and decent-sounding components. It may not be an iconic series but it is quite appealing both visually and functionally.
The tuner has an interesting blend of analog and digital functionality and a somewhat unusual method of marking preset stations. Everything is working well, I did an alignment on the tuner after acquiring it but it has rarely been used since then - I normally had other sources feeding the amplifier since FM signal in the office was marginal at best. There are a few nicks in the cabinet cover but the face and controls are cosmetically excellent as is the tuning dial - overall a very presentable little tuner.
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