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This is a classic professional-style Marantz field cassette recorder with built-in speaker, VU meter, carrying strap, tape counter, pitch control, tone/level controls, monitor/source switch, record level control, and multiple input/output jacks. I tested it using batteries only. I do not have the original power cord/adapter and did not want to risk damaging the unit with the wrong plug. With batteries installed, the unit powered on and successfully played a cassette tape through the built-in speaker. Cosmetically, it shows noticeable age and storage wear, including dust, scuffs, scratches, residue/marks, and general wear throughout. The carrying strap is attached and included. There is an etched/engraved identification marking on the back of the unit. Please review all photos closely for condition. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.

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Item does not come with power adapter or strap.

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Marantz PMD221 Pro Portable Field Cassette Tape Recorder Vtg 3 Head Japan W Case. The item “Marantz PMD221 Pro Portable Field Cassette Tape Recorder Vtg 3 Head Japan W Case” is in sale since Sunday, October 10, 2021. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Portable Audio & Headphones\Personal Cassette Players”. The seller is “aguar_122″ and is located in Simi Valley, California. 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, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.

• Brand: Marantz
• Type: Cassette Player & Recorder
• Color: Black
• Model: PMD222
• Band: Marantz
• Features: Cassette Playback
• MPN: PMD222
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan

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EC-3 Cardioid Condenser Microphone. I try to get things out ASAP. The item “Lot of Vintage Portable Cassette Recorders Marantz PMD221, Panasonic, Sony & Mic” is in sale since Wednesday, February 24, 2021. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Stereo Receivers”. The seller is “quadrumvirate” and is located in Valley Village, California. 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, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Belgium, France, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.

• Model: Marantz PMD221
• Custom Bundle: Yes
• Brand: Marantz
• Bundle Description: Marantz PMD221 Sony TC-124 Panasonic RQ-212DKS EC-3 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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Vintage Marantz Professional Portable Cassette Recorder PMD221 3 Head Tape Deck, Cover & Strap. I found this deck at an estate sale of someone who had put on various musical and dancing events. It was kept in a heavy duty aluminum case with foam inside of it. This must have been his baby, because it’s in AMAZING condition! It comes with the outer snap on case, which seems to be rather rare to find and certainly VERY rare in this condition. It has a strap that doesn’t look like it was ever used. I don’t know of any other audio brand that is as collectible as MARANTZ. If your are a Marantz collector, I don’t think you will find another deck that is so cosmetically perfect! This is a Pro deck meant for Pro’s, no rookies allowed, which means me. This thing has so many controls that I have no idea how they work or how to test. This doesn’t have an AC adapter, so I tested with batteries. If the grille on the front is a speaker, then I could not get it to work. I couldn’t get sound from large headphone jack. The only way I could figure to get sound was to run a line out to my stereo, then I got sound. I just tested playback and it worked fine. FF, Rewind, VU Meter and Pitch control all seemed to work fine. I have no idea how to test anything else. No guarantee it will work at all. When researching this deck, I saw some reconditioned decks at some really high prices. NONE of them looked anything close to the cosmetic condition of this deck and none had a cover. My advice is don’t waste your time fixing something that is still going to look second rate when you’re done. This thing is BEAUTIFUL! See all 19 photos at the link below. Find High Resolution Photos Here. Contact me with any questions. The item “Vintage Marantz Professional Portable Cassette Recorder PMD221 3 Head Tape Deck” is in sale since Tuesday, September 29, 2020. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Pro Audio Equipment\Recorders”. The seller is “tincanalley1″ and is located in Castle Rock, Washington. This item can’t be shipped, the buyer must pick up the item.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Media Type: Cassette
• Brand: Marantz
• Form Factor: Portable
• Type: Analog Recorder
• Features: Battery-Powered

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Vintage MARANTZ PMD221 Pro Audio 3 Head Tape Player Cassette Recorder {7264B98}. If you have any questions at all please feel free to contact me through E-bay. I strive to respond to all questions and e-mails within 24 hours. Get Supersized Images & Free Image Hosting. Create your brand with Auctiva’s. Attention Sellers – Get Templates Image Hosting, Scheduling at Auctiva. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. The item “Vintage MARANTZ PMD221 Pro Audio 3 Head Tape Player Cassette Recorder 7264B98″ is in sale since Wednesday, May 15, 2019. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Portable Audio & Headphones\Personal Cassette Players”. The seller is “annearundeljewelrybuyers” and is located in Severn, Maryland. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Brand: Marantz
• MPN: Does not apply
• Model: PMD221

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In very clean overall condition. Fully functional with batteries or AC power. I have had a few of these and this one is unbelievably clean. Looks to be NOS. Power adapter not included, although it is a standard size and voltage. The item “Vintage Marantz PMD221 Portable Dual Power Cassette Tape Recorder CLEAN” is in sale since Friday, October 19, 2018. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Portable Audio & Headphones\Personal Cassette Players”. The seller is “esoteriklaundry” and is located in Aptos, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Brand: Marantz
• MPN: PMD221
• Features: Cassette Recording

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