Tascam - 122 mkIII Audio-cassette deck

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Description from the seller

In this iconic Tascam 122 mkIII, the latest evolution of the world's most famous cassette deck series. Designed for intensive use in broadcasting and mastering, the mkIII represents the pinnacle of Tascam's analog technology.

Key Features:

- 3-Head System: Amorphous cobalt heads for real-time monitoring of the recording and exceptional durability.

- Direct Drive: FG Servo motor for almost zero WOW & flutter (WRMS).

- Front Calibration: Bias and levels adjustable directly from the front panel with integrated oscillators (400Hz/10kHz) to optimize every type of tape.

- Professional Connectivity: Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs and outputs.

- Pitch Control: ±12% speed adjustment.

Exemplar Condition:

- Aesthetics: Excellent, with no obvious scratches on the front or on the VU meters. The lettering is intact and the buttons show no signs of wear.
- Mechanical: Fully functional. Loading is smooth, rewinding is fast, and playback is stable and faithful.

- Electronics: The VU meters are backlit and calibrated; the potentiometers show no crackling.

- The belts and internal gears have not been replaced.

In this iconic Tascam 122 mkIII, the latest evolution of the world's most famous cassette deck series. Designed for intensive use in broadcasting and mastering, the mkIII represents the pinnacle of Tascam's analog technology.

Key Features:

- 3-Head System: Amorphous cobalt heads for real-time monitoring of the recording and exceptional durability.

- Direct Drive: FG Servo motor for almost zero WOW & flutter (WRMS).

- Front Calibration: Bias and levels adjustable directly from the front panel with integrated oscillators (400Hz/10kHz) to optimize every type of tape.

- Professional Connectivity: Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs and outputs.

- Pitch Control: ±12% speed adjustment.

Exemplar Condition:

- Aesthetics: Excellent, with no obvious scratches on the front or on the VU meters. The lettering is intact and the buttons show no signs of wear.
- Mechanical: Fully functional. Loading is smooth, rewinding is fast, and playback is stable and faithful.

- Electronics: The VU meters are backlit and calibrated; the potentiometers show no crackling.

- The belts and internal gears have not been replaced.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Tascam
Model
122 mkIII
Physical condition
Excellent
Number of objects
1
Includes
Power supply
Weight
5 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
ItalyVerified
17
Objects sold
Private

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