Vtg TASCAM 122 Professional 3 Head Rack Mount Cassette Tape Deck Recorder Japan
September 16, 2019 admin 0 Comments
Vtg TASCAM 122 Professional 3 Head Rack Mount Cassette Tape Deck Recorder Japan. Manufactured from 1981 to the mid-eighties, the TASCAM 122 is a 4-track, 2 channel recorder/reproducer/player designed for the production environment to produce master cassette tapes. Features: 3-head construction allows off-the-tape monitoring; dolby HX is provided to improve high-end response at high levels (noise reduction); and a bias and recording level calibration to get optimum values for each type tape used. Tape types are Normal (ordinary cassette tape), Cobalt or Chromium Dioxide tape, and Metal. The TASCAM 122 has two-speed capability (1-7/8 and 3-3/4); a memory with counter; record muting to eliminate unwanted materials; and front headphone volume control to adjust the monitoring level. Front and rear inputs; DBX compatible, with input for a remote if you have one. TASCAM developed and produced cassette decks for professional application – for musicians and for the broadcast industry. A year after this product was first introduced, NBC standardized their entire operation using the TASCAM 122. The reason NBC made the change was because the 122 had all the capabilities for adjustments and spectacular performance characteristics. Soon CBS and ABC also adopted the 122. The build quality in terms of longevity and durability, especially during the first generation of decks (when the 122 was built) was very high. Faithful reproduction, durability and design-simplicity are what made this model so sought after and highly regarded. This quality and the major networks adoption are what made it the industry standard. So, if youre in need of a tape deck that is rugged and able to withstand heavy use without being an unreliable drama queen prone to frequent repairs, this is the unit for you. Or if youre new to the recording wold, the simplicity of use will have you creating sound-quality tapes in no time. This unit has has been professionally serviced with the regular maintenance and new belts. It looks great (check out the photos) and is in good working condition! It comes from a one-owner, smoke-free home environment where it was well cared for and stored, and had only moderate use. A copy of the TASCAM 122 Master Cassette Deck Owners Manual (27 pages). A copy of the TASCAM 122 Master Cassette Deck Schematic Diagrams (6 pages). Unit Dimensions: 19 x 5-13/16 x 13-9/16. Package size: 21 x 22.5 x 16.5. Unit is from the same, well cared for environment and formed a small home production studio. If you have any questions, please contact me. The item “Vtg TASCAM 122 Professional 3 Head Rack Mount Cassette Tape Deck Recorder Japan” is in sale since Tuesday, September 3, 2019. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Cassette Decks”. The seller is “esta32″ and is located in Rochester, Michigan. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Model: Tascam 122
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
- Custom Bundle: No
- Brand: TEAC