Spotted this Weltron Model 2001 “Space Ball” Circa 1970s 8 Track Stereo in the Wild

In the window of an antique store, this beautiful 1970 Weltron 8 Track stereo. I love the handle on top. Imagine walking around and listening to your 8 track and having to pause your groove as the program on the 8 track changed. In case you’re someone who has never heard an 8 track cassette, the songs would be interrupted by the “program” changing.
This is such a beautiful piece of audio history.
Here’s a link to a video that I found enjoyable where a guy plays Star Wars 8 Tracks in the Weltron:
• Star Wars 8 Tracks on ...
And check out this fascinating modification:
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Here is a video of a perfect specimen in all its audio glory:
• Santa's Weltron 2001 ...
The mothership arrives to save these lost audio bots in the Weltron love story you never knew you needed:
• saving the Weltron 2001
Modified 8 track cassette to CD:
• Sony CD Mp3 walkman co...
So, I basically shot a little video to document an audio object that I found interesting and now, after looking at all of these videos and learning about the Weltron, I want one of these SO BAD.

[@theoldestvideogamer]

I've looked for one of these in the wild for YEARS!

[@Memphisgeorgejewelry]

I’d love to find one that works that I could actually buy. I found another one but they refused to sell it! Can’t blame ‘em.