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The world’s largest online retailer of pre-owned audio. Nakamichi Dragon Vintage Auto Reverse Cassette Deck; Recorder; Rare; Factory Box. Voltage: 120V / 220-240V. # of Owners: 1. Cosmetic Description: 8/10 Excellent condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including a minor scratch and a faint scuff on the top. Outstanding condition overall – the condition will please even the most discerning audiophile. What is Included: Cassette deck, Tape head demagnetizer, Cleaning cloth in sealed packaging, Brochure, Hardware, Manual, Factory packaging. Other Notes: This item is in fantastic condition for its age and comes with factory packaging and original accessories. The Dragon is in a class of its own. Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found. Items with factory packaging will be double boxed. (for all items over 10 lbs). Your online source for the best value in new and used audio gear. The Music Room is the largest online retailer of pre-owned HiFi equipment in the world. Headquartered in beautiful Boulder Colorado, The Music Room is a team of 17 strong (and growing) music lovers – all dedicated to one singular mission: delivering the very best online shopping experience in the audio industry – period. We specialize in well-cared for, previously used gear because that is what we are passionate about. We feel that there is nothing more fulfilling than creating a high-performance system on a budget with carefully selected used components, speakers and cables. Our program is safe, secure, fast, fair, hassle-free and highly effective. We will appraise your equipment and make you a quick, easy, fair cash offer. Just fill out our get a quote form on our homepage to start the process. Trade: Make your budget go further with a generous trade-in allowance. Let us know what you have available, and well get you the best possible trade-in allowance. Consign: We offer a hassle-free way for individuals and businesses to liquidate used gear. Leverage our world-class reputation and get exposure in multiple sales venues – putting your product in front of over 570k monthly shoppers. Our program is Safe, Secure, Fast, Fair, Hassle-Free and Highly Effective. With 100% feedback ratings in every venue in which we sell, you can rest assured that weve got your back. Quality Assurance: We offer 15-20 new product listings for sale daily. Each product undergoes an extremely rigorous quality-assurance and listening session by one of our qualified technicians. Our quality assurance program is informed by a knowledge-base built through delivering over 30,000 used audio products to satisfied customers. We promise to deliver your product in good working order – exactly as described 100% of the time. Support: We dont just make promises. We stand behind them – your satisfaction is guaranteed. Our support team is ready to help you with any questions you might have before and after the sale. Value: In the never-ending pursuit of high performance, its important to stretch your limited budget as far as possible. Theres simply no better way to maximize a limited audio budget. Packaging: Weve invested thousands of dollars and countless hours into mastering our state-of-the-art packaging process. Our custom foam-in-place packaging system allows us to safely package almost any item regardless of irregular shapes or sizes. Be seen by over 70,000 monthly visitors. These rates are clearly posted on each product page. If you have received an item that is defective in some way, we will make it right. The item “Nakamichi Dragon Vintage Auto Reverse Cassette Deck Recorder Rare Factory Box” is in sale since Friday, January 29, 2021. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Cassette Decks”. The seller is “tmraudio” and is located in Erie, Colorado. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Brand: Nakamichi
• MPN: Does Not Apply

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NAKAMICHI DRAGON Cassette Deck. In very good condition. Any question ask me! Type: auto reverse, 3-head, single compact cassette deck. Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo. Tape Speed: 4.8 cm/s. Heads: 1 x record, 1 x playback, 1 x erase. Motor: 2 x capstan, 1 x reel, 1 x auto azimuth, 1 x mechanism. Tape Type: type I, CrO2, Metal. Noise Reduction: B, C. Frequency Response: 20Hz to 22kHz (Metal tape). Signal to Noise Ratio: 72dB (dolby C). Wow and Flutter: 0.04%Total. Harmonic Distortion: 0.8%. Dimensions: 450 x 135 x 300mm. This is vintage equipment, which means they are made before 80s. Any item that is made before the 1980s requires special care. You must have basic knowledge about the use and servicing of the equipment. So think, is this suitable equipment for you? I have to give such information, because I hah cases of customers who bought equipment, and couldn’t put a cassette tape into a tape recorder or had a problem with connecting the amplifier. Remember, that after opening the parcel and checking the condition of the device, wait 12 hours before connecting the device to the power supply. Temperature differences and external moisture may cause the device to malfunction or damage it. I always describe things correctly and honestly. You always receive exactly what has been described and photographed on listing. However, sometimes things can go wrong and human error does occur. If you have any issues at all with your item, please get in touch with me and I’ll endeavour to quickly and efficiently deal with your issue. All of our items are sent tracked which will update on your account once the item has been dispatched. When receiving the parcel, make sure that it is undamaged. In case of any doubts, take a picture. Please contact me before opening a return request. Please keep all packaging until you are sure you will be keeping your item. All my equipments are security marked/tagged’void’ stickers. The item “Stereo Cassette Deck NAKAMICHI DRAGON Top Tape Recorder Mint from HIFI Vintage” is in sale since Thursday, November 12, 2020. This item is in the category “Sound & Vision\Home Audio & HiFi Separates\Cassette/Tape Players”. The seller is “squonk_art” and is located in Middlesbrough. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Model: Nakamichi Dragon
• Colour: Silver
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Type: Tape Recorder
• Features: Belt Drive
• Brand: Nakamichi

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Nakamichi LX5 3 Head Cassette Recorder Player. Type: 3-head, single compact cassette deck. Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo. Tape Speed: 4.8 cm/s. Heads: 1 x record, 1 x playback, 1 x erase. Motor: 1 x reel, 1 x capstan. Tape Type: type I, CrO2, Metal. Noise Reduction: B, C. Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz. Signal to Noise Ratio: 70dB. Wow and Flutter: 0.06%. Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.9%. Dimensions: 450 x 135 x 307mm. Our price is 100% negotiable! Please make an offer and we will give you the best price! The voltage for this electronic device is 100V and made for Japan use ONLY. We are not responsible for the damage of this device if you use it without a proper transformer. Please Note International Buyers. I do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gifts- US and International. Government regulations prohibit such behavior. The item “Nakamichi LX-5 3 Head Cassette Recorder Player USED JAPAN 100V vintage dragon” is in sale since Saturday, December 7, 2019. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Cassette Decks”. The seller is “reimyo777″ and is located in Kakamigahara-shi, Gifu-ken. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Bundle Listing: No
• Model: LX5
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Custom Bundle: No
• MPN: LX5
• Brand: Nakamichi

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The world’s largest online retailer of pre-owned audio. Nakamichi Dragon Vintage Cassette Deck; Tape Recorder; AS-IS (Motor Issues). # of Owners: Unknown. Cosmetic Description: 6/10 Good overall condition and appearance with some visible cosmetic wear including a missing master volume control knob, and scratches and rub marks on the sides and top of the unit. What is Included: Cassette deck only as shown. Other Notes: The Dragon is in a class of its own. Functional Notes: This product is being offered AS-IS for parts / repair only. This unit has no play, rewind or fast forward ability. The player turns on and motor starts running loudly, but the cassette wheels do not turn. Also, the cassette tray doesn’t close correctly – angles to the right and gets stuck unless you keep pressure on the left side of it as you close. We have not attempted to diagnose or repair. Items with factory packaging will be double boxed. (for all items over 10 lbs). Your online source for the best value in new and used audio gear. The Music Room is the largest online retailer of pre-owned HiFi equipment in the world. Headquartered in beautiful Boulder Colorado, The Music Room is a team of 17 strong (and growing) music lovers – all dedicated to one singular mission: delivering the very best online shopping experience in the audio industry – period. We specialize in well-cared for, previously used gear because that is what we are passionate about. We feel that there is nothing more fulfilling than creating a high-performance system on a budget with carefully selected used components, speakers and cables. Our program is safe, secure, fast, fair, hassle-free and highly effective. We will appraise your equipment and make you a quick, easy, fair cash offer. Just fill out our get a quote form on our homepage to start the process. Trade: Make your budget go further with a generous trade-in allowance. Let us know what you have available, and well get you the best possible trade-in allowance. Consign: We offer a hassle-free way for individuals and businesses to liquidate used gear. Leverage our world-class reputation and get exposure in multiple sales venues – putting your product in front of over 570k monthly shoppers. Our program is Safe, Secure, Fast, Fair, Hassle-Free and Highly Effective. With 100% feedback ratings in every venue in which we sell, you can rest assured that weve got your back. Quality Assurance: We offer 15-20 new product listings for sale daily. Each product undergoes an extremely rigorous quality-assurance and listening session by one of our qualified technicians. Our quality assurance program is informed by a knowledge-base built through delivering over 30,000 used audio products to satisfied customers. We promise to deliver your product in good working order – exactly as described 100% of the time. Support: We dont just make promises. We stand behind them – your satisfaction is guaranteed. Our support team is ready to help you with any questions you might have before and after the sale. Value: In the never-ending pursuit of high performance, its important to stretch your limited budget as far as possible. Theres simply no better way to maximize a limited audio budget. Packaging: Weve invested thousands of dollars and countless hours into mastering our state-of-the-art packaging process. Our custom foam-in-place packaging system allows us to safely package almost any item regardless of irregular shapes or sizes. Be seen by over 70,000 monthly visitors. These rates are clearly posted on each product page. If you have received an item that is defective in some way, we will make it right. The item “Nakamichi Dragon Vintage Cassette Deck Tape Recorder AS-IS (Motor Issues)” is in sale since Friday, October 18, 2019. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Cassette Decks”. The seller is “tmraudio” and is located in Broomfield, Colorado. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Barbados, Iceland, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Uruguay.

• Brand: Nakamichi
• MPN: Does Not Apply

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Nakamichi 670ZX 3 Head Cassette Recorder Player. Recording head: R-8L Reproducing head -8L Erase head: E-8L. 0.04% or less Wtd rms 0.08% or less Wtd peak. Frequency characteristic (a recording level of 20dB). 20Hz-22kHz3dB (ZX tapes) 20Hz-20kHz3dB (SX, EXII tapes). A comprehensive S/N ratio (IHF A-Wtd rms, 400Hz, 3%). Dolby C on: 72dB or more (70 microseconds, ZX tapes) Dolby B on: 66dB or more (70 microseconds, ZX tapes). A comprehensive distortion (400Hz, 0dB). 0.8% or less (ZX tapes) 1.0% or less (SX, EXII tapes). 60dB or more (1kHz, 0dB). 37dB or more (1kHz, 0dB). An Output voltage/impedance (Output level maxima). Line: 1V (400Hz, 0dB) / 2.2kohm Headphone: 45mW (400Hz, 0dB)/8ohm load intensity. DC output only for a black-box series. 10V or 125mA maxima. A maximum of 36W. Width 482x height 143x depth of 340mm. Our price is 100% negotiable! Please make an offer and we will give you the best price! The voltage for this electronic device is 100V and made for Japan use ONLY. We are not responsible for the damage of this device if you use it without a proper transformer. Please Note International Buyers. I do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gifts- US and International. Government regulations prohibit such behavior. The item “Nakamichi 682ZX 3 Head Cassette Recorder Player USED JAPAN 100V vintage dragon” is in sale since Thursday, October 3, 2019. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Cassette Decks”. The seller is “reimyo777″ and is located in Kakamigahara-shi, Gifu-ken. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Bundle Listing: No
• Model: 682ZX
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Custom Bundle: No
• MPN: 682ZX
• Brand: Nakamichi

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Nakamichi 680ZX 3 Head Cassette Recorder Player. Type: 3-head, single compact cassette deck. Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo. Tape Speed: 4.75, 2.37 cm/s. Heads: 1 x record, 1 x playback, 1 x erase. Tape Type: type I, CrO2, Metal. Frequency Response: 20Hz to 22kHz. Signal to Noise Ratio: 66dB. Wow and Flutter: 0.04%. Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.8%. Dimensions: 482 x 143 x 340mm. Our price is 100% negotiable! Please make an offer and we will give you the best price! The voltage for this electronic device is 100V and made for Japan use ONLY. We are not responsible for the damage of this device if you use it without a proper transformer. Please Note International Buyers. I do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gifts- US and International. Government regulations prohibit such behavior. The item “Nakamichi 680ZX 3 Head Cassette Recorder Player USED JAPAN 100V vintage dragon” is in sale since Saturday, April 6, 2019. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Cassette Decks”. The seller is “reimyo777″ and is located in Kakamigahara-shi, Gifu-ken. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Bundle Listing: No
• Non-Domestic Product: No
• Model: 680ZX
• Modified Item: No
• MPN: 680ZX
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Custom Bundle: No
• Brand: Nakamichi

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Product: Nakamichi Dragon Vintage Cassette Deck; Tape Recorder. Cosmetic Description: 7/10 Very good cosmetic condition with some minor visible cosmetic wear including some light scuffs along the body and buttons on the faceplate. The tape door has a tiny nick as well. This item shows some wear consistent with its age but is still presentable and sounds wonderful. What is Included: Cassette deck only as shown. Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found. # of Owners: Unknown. Other Notes: The Dragon is in a class of its own. Items with factory packaging will be double boxed. (for all items over 10 lbs). The item “Nakamichi Dragon Vintage Cassette Deck Tape Recorder” is in sale since Friday, November 9, 2018. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Cassette Decks”. The seller is “tmraudio” and is located in Broomfield, Colorado. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Brand: Nakamichi
• MPN: Does Not Apply

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