Nakamichi - Dragon Cassette recorder-player

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Nakamichi Dragon auto-reverse cassette deck, model Dragon, manufactured in 1986, serial number 22153, in very good condition, tested and functional, weight 10 kg, includes original user manual.

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The tape deck is freshly from 'PHONO SERVICE EHMLER'.
October 16, 2025
With Audio Control Certificate!!
5 points: According to Nakamichi inspection guidelines.
Audio control service performed with the Nakamichi Audio Analyzer.
Azimuth
2. Frequency response (cutoff frequencies)
3. Total harmonic distortion
4. Deviation from the target speed
5. WOW / Flutter
User Manual
Initial purchase invoice from 1986
Warranty cards from the 1980s.
Nakamichi Dragon Auto Reverse Cassette Deck NAAC Azimuth
Nakmichi Dragon cassette recorder in good condition
!! No. 22153 !!

PHONO SERVICE EHMLER - Nakamichi Service Specialist Germany
8-hour continuous test run conducted
Invoice amount: 257.40€
A very good condition is always recognized by:
- Power and Eject button: the text is well readable!
It was rarely used or handled carefully.

Also interesting is the high production number! No. 22153
Collectors are looking for tape decks with high numbers!
High number also means:
Optimized through better components — stands for improved device construction.
UPS Hermes DHL DPD etc.
Insured shipping packed in bubble wrap!!

Manufacturer: Nakamichi
Model: Dragon
Construction years: 1982 - 1993
1995 (Last Edition)
Made in: Japan
Color: Black
Remote control: RM-20 (cable remote control, optional)
Power consumption: 45 watts
Dimensions: 450 x 135 x 300 mm (W x H x D)
Weight: 9.5 kg
New price approx.: 4,150 DM (1982), 4,500 DM (Last Edition, 1995)

The tape deck is freshly from 'PHONO SERVICE EHMLER'.
October 16, 2025
With Audio Control Certificate!!
5 points: According to Nakamichi inspection guidelines.
Audio control service performed with the Nakamichi Audio Analyzer.
Azimuth
2. Frequency response (cutoff frequencies)
3. Total harmonic distortion
4. Deviation from the target speed
5. WOW / Flutter
User Manual
Initial purchase invoice from 1986
Warranty cards from the 1980s.
Nakamichi Dragon Auto Reverse Cassette Deck NAAC Azimuth
Nakmichi Dragon cassette recorder in good condition
!! No. 22153 !!

PHONO SERVICE EHMLER - Nakamichi Service Specialist Germany
8-hour continuous test run conducted
Invoice amount: 257.40€
A very good condition is always recognized by:
- Power and Eject button: the text is well readable!
It was rarely used or handled carefully.

Also interesting is the high production number! No. 22153
Collectors are looking for tape decks with high numbers!
High number also means:
Optimized through better components — stands for improved device construction.
UPS Hermes DHL DPD etc.
Insured shipping packed in bubble wrap!!

Manufacturer: Nakamichi
Model: Dragon
Construction years: 1982 - 1993
1995 (Last Edition)
Made in: Japan
Color: Black
Remote control: RM-20 (cable remote control, optional)
Power consumption: 45 watts
Dimensions: 450 x 135 x 300 mm (W x H x D)
Weight: 9.5 kg
New price approx.: 4,150 DM (1982), 4,500 DM (Last Edition, 1995)

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Nakamichi
Model
Dragon
Multiple Models
No
Physical condition
Very good
Nr of items
1
Includes
Original user manual
Serial Number
22153
Year of Manufacturing
1986
Weight
10 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
GermanyVerified
3
Objects sold
Private

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