Revox - A700 Reel to reel deck 26 cm

Revox A700 – professional tape recorder – Completely overhauled and refurbished – In perfect condition
The Revox A700, released in the mid-1970s, represents the pinnacle of analog technology for semi-professional users and discerning audiophiles. Often described as the "younger brother" of the legendary Studer, the A700 stands out for its sophisticated electronics, motor control via a quartz oscillator, and a preamplification section of superb quality, capable of rivaling the best mixers of the era. It is a machine built to last, designed for those who do not compromise on sound fidelity.

Condition of the specimen: Up for auction is a specimen in very, very good cosmetic and functional condition. This machine has not merely been preserved; it has been cared for with maniacal attention.

Full Review: The device has recently undergone a comprehensive technical check-up.

Selective recap: A targeted recap was performed, replacing capacitors where needed to ensure operational stability and the utmost original sound purity, preventing the typical age-related component problems.

Mechanical: The motors and brakes operate with surgical precision. The heads are in excellent condition, ensuring a linear and crystal-clear frequency response.

Certainly, this is valuable information because it guarantees to the buyer that the machine did not sit idle collecting dust, but has been kept in operation in a professional and controlled environment.

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Usage and Maintenance: This Revox A700 does not come from a backroom stock or an amateur environment. It is my personal studio instrument, used exclusively for critical playback and testing of my Master Tapes. This ensures that the machine has been used regularly, always with the utmost care and professional diligence. Each playback has been performed with high-quality tapes, ensuring that the heads and the tape path have been preserved in optimal condition. A 'selected' specimen for its sound performance, kept in perfect operating condition for high-level audio monitoring purposes.

Estetica e Personalizzazione: For this exemplar, I have made a conservative choice: I preferred to keep the original wooden side panels, which preserve the charm and history of the machine. However, for the collector who desires an impeccable, like-new look, the sale also includes two new wooden side panels, unused and untested. This dual option allows you to decide between the originality of the era and a completely renewed aesthetic.

Included Accessories: The sale also includes a pair of black NAB adapters, which fit perfectly with the sober, professional aesthetics of the A700. These accessories are not only functional for using professional spools, but they complete the visual impact of this extraordinary specimen, making it a true display piece as well as a high-precision instrument.

Warranty and Delivery: I am at your complete disposal for any testing of the device. It is possible to arrange an in-person live test at my studio, or, for those who are far away, I am available for a dedicated video/audio telephone session, where you can see and hear the machine in operation in real time. Given the delicacy and value of the A700, hand pickup is strongly preferred. This will allow the buyer to personally verify the excellence of the specimen and will guarantee completely safe transportation.

Professional Judgment and Sound Quality: As a professional Sound Engineer, I have the opportunity to work with the best studio machines. My technical assessment of this specific unit is that its sonic performance is incredibly close to that of a Studer B67. The timbral fidelity, the quietness of the preamplifiers, and the precision of the signal path make this A700 a concrete alternative to the most renowned studio machines, offering that warmth and depth that only top-tier analog can guarantee.

Reason for sale: I'm selling this splendid piece solely due to space constraints and to reinvest in new equipment for my studio, but I part with it reluctantly.

A rare opportunity to acquire a piece of analog audio history, ready to be integrated into a Hi-End audio chain or into a recording studio.