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Tascam Midistudio 644 4 Track Vintage Cassette Multitrack Recorder – No Power. The item up for sale is not tested for functionality as we do not have the capability to test; Unit has been inspected and the results are as follows. Intended for Reuse or Repair/Refurbishment, not for Recycling or Disposal. The item is in D Used, Fair cosmetic condition. For cosmetic condition, please refer to the Product Grading System – Below. The Item has noticeable Scuffs, Scratches, & Paint Loss from normal use (SEE PICTURES). The Item has noticeable Dirt & Debris from normal use (SEE PICTURES). All Ports & Connectors have noticeable Scuffs & Scratches (SEE PICTURES #7-16). All Buttons, Faders, Knobs, & Switches have noticeable Scuffs & Scratches (SEE PICTURES #7-16). All Lights & Displays have noticeable Scuffs & Scratches (SEE PICTURES #7-16). One of the Displays has noticeable Discoloration (SEE PICTURE #13). The Cassette Deck has noticeable Scuffs & Scratches (SEE PICTURE #14). The Knob Caps are noticeably Worn (SEE PICTURES #9-13). I was able to manipulate all Buttons, Faders, Knobs, & Switches with ease. I was able to Open & Close the Cassette Deck with ease. I was unable to Power On the Item via an Inhouse Power Supply. Due to this fact, all Ports, Connectors, Lights, Displays, Cassette Deck, Audio Signal & Key/Additional Functions are Untested. I was unable to perform any further tests due to a lack of Knowledge/Resources. This Item requires a Proprietary Power Supply. This Item does NOT include a Power Supply. It is not intended for recycling or disposal. Included in the sale is. The Item does NOT include Amplifiers, A/V Equipment, Batteries, Cables, Cassettes, Headphones, Microphones, Musical Instruments, Power Supplies, Speakers or any other accessories. Condition: For Reuse or Repair/Refurbishment. See pictures for best detail. A Excellent – Looks brand new, no scuffs, no scratches, no dents or dings. B Used, Very Good – Minor scuffs or scratches, no dents or dings C Used, Good – Normal to heavy scuffing and scratching, a few dents or dings D Used, Fair – Significant scuffing or scratching, several dents or dings E Used, Poor – Extreme scuffing or scratching, extreme dents, dings. Score For This Product: D Used, Fair. Collectible and Specialty electronics exemption. “Collectible Electronics” includes items that are rare, vintage, and that are a type of device no longer manufactured or supported by original manufacturers. “Specialty Electronics” are rare and specialized equipment that is not generally available in retail. Your participation in ensuring proper recycling of the equipment is appreciated. We appreciate your business and your effort in helping to reduce electronic waste in our landfills. If you have any questions feel free to ask.

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Tascam Midistudio 644 4 Track Vintage Cassette Multitrack Recorder – No Power supply TASCAM Midistudio-644 Cassette Recorder 4-Track Graphic Equalizer Hi-Fi with 7 EQ, Audio Amplifier Mixer Not tested because I don’t have a power supply AC Wall Power Adaptor PS-M1 volume, switches display and keys look good!! Made in Japan- TEAC Tokyo Technical data: Notes Tape: compact cassette (C-30 to C-90) Hi-Bias type II CrO2 tape Track Format: 4-track, 4-channel, single directional record/play Motor: 1 DC servo capstan motor, 1 DC reel motor, 1 DC ancillary motor Tape Speed: 9.5cm/s and 4.8cm/s Pitch Control: +-12% Wow and Flutter: 0.04% WRMS at high speed and 0.06% at low speed Mixer Frequency Responce: 20Hz to 20kHz +1/-2dB Mixer Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 71dB Mixer Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.06% at 1kHz (20dB above nominal input level) Mixer Crosstalk: 60dB at 1kH Recording Frequency Responce: 40Hz to 16kHz +-3dB without dbx Recording Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 90dB with dbx Recording Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 1.0% at 400kHz with dbx Recording Crosstalk: 70dB with dbx, 50dB without dbx at 1kHz, 0dB Net weight 20lbs Professional Hi-Fi model Tascam Midistudio-644 collectors or parts.

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Mint condition, has been tested, everything works flawlessly, some unnoticed vintage wear, original instruction manual included, please review the pics & video link. Comes From a smoke and pet free home. Will box it with extra care & attention to details. TASCAM MIDIstudio 688 8-Track Cassette Recorder & Mixer – YouTube. The item “TASCAM MIDISTUDIO 688 (1988) MINT Vintage 8 Track Cassette MIDI Recorder Mixer” is in sale since Monday, January 25, 2021. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Pro Audio Equipment\Recorders”. The seller is “jango-stereo” and is located in Zichron Yaakov. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Model: 688
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Type: Analog Recorder
• Tracks: 8
• MPN: Does Not Apply
• Media Type: Cassette
• Brand: TASCAM

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Tascam 644 Midistudio 4 Track Cassette Recorder, 8 Ch Mixer Vintage, As Is. Tascam 644 Midistudio, 4 Track Cassette Recorder, 8 Ch Mixer that will come as pictured in not working condition for parts or repair. The mixer has not been tested due to no power cord. This is an as is parts or repairs sale. Please see pictures for exact description. These charges are the buyers responsibility. Any product you return must be in the same condition you received it and in the original packaging. Please keep the receipt. The item “Tascam 644 Midistudio 4 Track Cassette Recorder, 8 Ch Mixer Vintage, As Is” is in sale since Wednesday, July 31, 2019. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Pro Audio Equipment\Other Pro Audio Equipment”. The seller is “decoysupply” and is located in Oceanside, California. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Brand: TASCAM
• Country of Manufacture: Japan
• Model: 644

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Please Note: All included items are shown in the pictures. Tascam MidiStudio 688 Vintage 8 Track Cassette Multitrack Recorder. Product type: Multi track recorder. The physical condition shows some normal wear from use, but still in great working condition. Payments: Payments must be received within 3 days. Unpaid cases will automatically be open. Make any changes to your address before paying. We do our very best to accurately describe our items. What are your operating hours? What is the history of the item? Most of our items are used and we do not know the history. We test them and picture their current condition. 99% of the time If it’s pictured it’s included. Please also read “What’s included”. The item “Tascam MidiStudio 688 Vintage 8 Track Cassette Multitrack Recorder” is in sale since Monday, July 8, 2019. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Pro Audio Equipment\Recorders”. The seller is “epawnamerica” and is located in Burnsville, Minnesota. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Model: MidiStudio 688 Vintage 8
• Type: 8 Track Cassette Multitrack Recorder
• Brand: Tascam

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Alright, here it is! If youre looking at this, you probably already know what it is. Ive upgraded to a 388, so time to sell my trusty 688! Im listing everything I know about this machine to the best of my ability. Great working condition and great cosmetic condition with a few minor issues that didnt effect my use at all. Ive been using this unit weekly for the past year and have no major complaints! All 8 tracks work and play back as they should. All knobs and sliders are present and move as they should-super sturdy! As seen in the photo attached, the meters appear slightly dim in the middle. Theyre still very bright and all work. This didnt bother me in the least bit, but I want to be as thorough as possible. Next, as seen in the photo attached, the slider for the DBX for channels 1-4 is broken off. If I ever wanted to switch the DBX on or off I just stuck a pen in the hole and switched it that way. Again, not really a big deal to me but figured Id throw it out there. Every once in a while youll have to hit the Record button more than one time. Ive never NOT gotten it to record, so it hasnt been an issue. The bottom of the machine has a long piece of gaff tape holding the wrist padding (or whatever its called) on. One side was broken off and this was my quick and easy fix. For some reason the gaff tape has started to get tacky. It might need to be removed or covered in gaff tape again! I slightly remember the headphone jack being somewhat scratchy at times, but I couldnt replicate it again when I took the photos. Also, I have not tested the MIDI function of this machine, but see no reason as to why it should not work. Ive listed everything to the best of my ability, and thats just one of the many joys of working with vintage analog equipment. The item “Tascam MidiStudio 688 Vintage 8 Track Cassette Multitrack Recorder” is in sale since Friday, June 14, 2019. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Pro Audio Equipment\Recorders”. The seller is “wwwbrandohorg” and is located in Easley, South Carolina. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Tracks: 8
• Product Type: Multi-Track Recorders
• Brand: TASCAM
• Media Type: Cassette
• Non-Domestic Product: No
• Custom Bundle: No
• Modified Item: No
• MPN: 688

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Old school analog tracking. Tascam MidiStudio 688 Vintage 8 Track Cassette Multitrack Recorder. This has been sitting in storage for more than 10 years powers on and everything seems to function except for the record function on track 4. All knobs buttons and switches in tact and function. This Item has not been cleaned or used just removed cover to take photos. Powered on and ran a cassette. The item “Tascam MidiStudio 688 Vintage 8 Track Cassette Multitrack Recorder” is in sale since Tuesday, June 4, 2019. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Pro Audio Equipment\Recorders”. The seller is “nhlfan9″ and is located in Carmel by the Sea, California. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Product Type: Multi-Track Recorders
• Tracks: 8
• Media Type: Cassette
• Brand: TASCAM
• Non-Domestic Product: No
• Custom Bundle: No
• Modified Item: No
• MPN: 688

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Vintage TASCAM 688 Midistudio 8 Track Cassette Recorder. It can also be used as a PA mixer. Professional quality multitrack which records 8 analog tracks (simultaneously if desired) on a standard cassette tape. The Tascam MidiStudio 688 multitrack recorder features 8 tracks with DBX noise reduction and 20 inputs, with 10 high quality mic preamp (XLR and 1/4 inputs) channels. Each channel strip also has 1/4 TRS inserts, 3-band EQ with parametric MID, 2 aux sends, pan controls, 70mm faders, mic trim, and clip LEDs. Each channel has an exclusive Dual function that adds extra inputs and extra aux sends. Features of the Tascam MidiStudio 688. 12-segment LED meter bridge for all 8 tracks plus L/R Main. Group Outs (8 tracks) and Tape Direct Outs (8 tracks). Fixed, External, and Vari-Pitch Speed Control of transport. Electronic Routing and Switching of channel inputs, assigns, etc. On large LCD display. Routing/Mapping can be saved to Scene Memory (up to 99 scenes can be saved and recalled). Transport can be synced to Ext. Midi or SMPTE source. Shuttle/Jog wheel, RTZ, Auto-Punch In, Location Markers, Repeat Loop, and full transport controls. A second seperate Transport LCD display for position, time, memory, and tape counter. 2 front panel Heaphone outputs. Rear panel Serial Interface connector; MIDI In, Out, and Thru connectors. The item “Vintage TASCAM 688 Midistudio 8 Track Cassette Recorder” is in sale since Friday, May 31, 2019. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Pro Audio Equipment\Recorders”. The seller is “soundplus7″ and is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Antigua and barbuda, Belize, Dominica, Saint lucia, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Sri lanka, Maldives, Oman, Paraguay, Uruguay.

• Tracks: 8
• Media Type: Cassette
• Brand: TASCAM

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Alright, here it is! If youre looking at this, you probably already know what it is. Ive upgraded to a 388, so time to sell my trusty 688! Im listing everything I know about this machine to the best of my ability. Great working condition and great cosmetic condition with a few minor issues that didnt effect my use at all. Ive been using this unit weekly for the past year and have no major complaints! All 8 tracks work and play back as they should. All knobs and sliders are present and move as they should-super sturdy! As seen in the photo attached, the meters appear slightly dim in the middle. Theyre still very bright and all work. This didnt bother me in the least bit, but I want to be as thorough as possible. Next, as seen in the photo attached, the slider for the DBX for channels 1-4 is broken off. If I ever wanted to switch the DBX on or off I just stuck a pen in the hole and switched it that way. Again, not really a big deal to me but figured Id throw it out there. Every once in a while youll have to hit the Record button more than one time. Ive never NOT gotten it to record, so it hasnt been an issue. The bottom of the machine has a long piece of gaff tape holding the wrist padding (or whatever its called) on. One side was broken off and this was my quick and easy fix. For some reason the gaff tape has started to get tacky. It might need to be removed or covered in gaff tape again! I slightly remember the headphone jack being somewhat scratchy at times, but I couldnt replicate it again when I took the photos. Also, I have not tested the MIDI function of this machine, but see no reason as to why it should not work. Ive listed everything to the best of my ability, and thats just one of the many joys of working with vintage analog equipment. The item “Tascam MidiStudio 688 Vintage 8 Track Cassette Multitrack Recorder” is in sale since Sunday, May 19, 2019. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Pro Audio Equipment\Recorders”. The seller is “wwwbrandohorg” and is located in Easley, South Carolina. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Product Type: Multi-Track Recorders
• Tracks: 8
• Media Type: Cassette
• Brand: TASCAM
• Non-Domestic Product: No
• Custom Bundle: No
• Modified Item: No
• MPN: 688

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Add some nice grainy tape sound to your mixes with this Multitrack recorder from the 90. Tascam’s 688 Midistudio offers you the convenience of eight tracks, MIDI sync and mix automation in one friendly u. The 688 MIDISTUDIO is great for enthusiasts and professionals alike. This is a used unit. This unit has been serviced. This included brand new belts and service of tape drive mechanism. All the audio functions and lines have been tested. It is ready to go at home or in the studio. Cosmetically this unit is in great condition. It only shows some slight wear like a couple of scuffs and scratches. It is missing the tape door which is a shame but does not detract from the use or functions of the unit. Covering the tape door when it is not in use. Please see photos for more details. This unit is 100V. You have the correct step-down transformer for your country before powering on this machine. If you are unsure about this please send us message as we will be glad to help you out. 20 inputs (10 each: XLR and 1/4 inch). 10-channel mixer with separate volume controls for additional 10 inputs. Inserts on all channels. Separate outs for every channel. EQ: Low, Mid (parametric) and High on every channel. Large 12-channel meter bridge. 100 user-saveable routing/mixing “scene” settings. Large routing/mixing configuration LCD display screen. Full DBX noise reduction. Punch-in and punch-out (manual and auto). The Lofi Music Team have been providing professional audio. Restoration and repairs in the Sydney and Central Coast area for over ten years. The item “Tascam MIDISTUDIO 688 Vintage 8 Track Cassette Tape Recorder Multitrack Mixer” is in sale since Thursday, March 21, 2019. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments\Pro Audio\Multi-Track Recorders”. The seller is “lofi_music” and is located in MacMasters Beach, New South Wales. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Modified Item: No
• Custom Bundle: No
• Product Type: Multi-Track Recorders
• Non-Domestic Product: No
• Type: Multitrack Recorder
• Tracks: 8
• MPN: 688
• Media Type: Cassette
• Brand: TASCAM
• Form Factor: Tabletop

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