JVC - KD-85 Cassette recorder-player

JVC KD-85 Cassette Deck

The JVC KD-85 is a classic high-fidelity stereo cassette deck introduced in 1978, offering premium performance and refined design for serious vintage audio enthusiasts. Built with two motors—one for capstan control and one for reel drive—it delivers ultra-stable tape transport, minimizing wow and flutter while preserving signal integrity. The deck features full logic controls and a suite of tape-type options (Normal, FeCr, CrO₂), giving users flexibility to work with different cassette formulations.
What really stands out is the Spectro-Peak Indicator, which visualizes the recording or playback levels across five distinct frequency bands (around 100 Hz to 10 kHz). This allows users to monitor and optimize levels to prevent distortion and enhance clarity. Paired with solid VU meters, the KD-85 offers both functional precision and a visually appealing retro aesthetic.
With ANRS (Automatic Noise Reduction System) for noise suppression, a durable transport mechanism, and a robust metal-chassis design, the KD-85 is ideal for both serious cassette playback and recording. It’s as much a piece for collectors as it is a practical component for analog tape enthusiasts.

To deliver this product properly, it is carefully packed in very strong boxes, thereby wrapped in bubble wrap with lots of padding. We mainly use plastic to fill up the package; if you wish differently, please contact us. The package is shipped insured to protect both the buyer and seller. For further packing requests, please message after purchase. Photos serve as additional descriptions of the product condition / condition of display & LEDs. Please review them carefully before purchase. Orders to islands or special destinations have a higher shipping cost, for example; Canary Islands.