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The SCR-B9(Z) boombox, designed by Orion and Zutomaya, features a retro aesthetic with a cream-green body and Zutomayo branding.
Limited edition launch planned for the Japanese market in March 2026, priced at 46,200 yen (~26,000 rubles).
Equipped with a Class D amplifier delivering 2 x 10 W power and two-way speaker system with 13.5 cm woofer and 3 cm tweeter.
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