TEAC - A-450 Cassette recorder-player
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Stereo cassette recorder TEAC A-450 – Vintage Classic (70s)
Splendid and iconic stereo cassette recorder TEAC A-450, a true benchmark of 70s hi-fi, renowned for its exceptional build quality and the unmistakable vintage top-loading design.
The device features elegant wooden side panels and a brushed aluminum front panel dominated by two large warm analog VU meters perfectly illuminated.
This model houses high-density ferrite heads ("High Density Ferrite Head") and is equipped with the Dolby B noise reduction system. The unit is multi-voltage (100-240V, as indicated on the back in the photo) and was produced entirely in Japan.
Tested and working.
Technical Details
Brand: TEAC
Model: A-450 Stereo Cassette Deck
Serial Number: 87649 (visible in the photo 20260627_182838.jpg)
Year of production: Circa 1973-1975
Country of production: Japan (Made in Japan)
Head type: High Density Ferrite Head
Main features: Dolby NR system, Bias/EQ selector (Normal/CrO2), front microphone inputs, separate line/mic level controls with sliders
Power supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 18W (rear voltage selector)
Rear connections: Output (RCA), Line In (RCA), In/Out DIN
The item will be packed with utmost care, using bubble wrap and protective materials specific to preserve the wooden side panels and the delicacy of the VU meters during transport. Tracked and insured shipping.
Stereo cassette recorder TEAC A-450 – Vintage Classic (70s)
Splendid and iconic stereo cassette recorder TEAC A-450, a true benchmark of 70s hi-fi, renowned for its exceptional build quality and the unmistakable vintage top-loading design.
The device features elegant wooden side panels and a brushed aluminum front panel dominated by two large warm analog VU meters perfectly illuminated.
This model houses high-density ferrite heads ("High Density Ferrite Head") and is equipped with the Dolby B noise reduction system. The unit is multi-voltage (100-240V, as indicated on the back in the photo) and was produced entirely in Japan.
Tested and working.
Technical Details
Brand: TEAC
Model: A-450 Stereo Cassette Deck
Serial Number: 87649 (visible in the photo 20260627_182838.jpg)
Year of production: Circa 1973-1975
Country of production: Japan (Made in Japan)
Head type: High Density Ferrite Head
Main features: Dolby NR system, Bias/EQ selector (Normal/CrO2), front microphone inputs, separate line/mic level controls with sliders
Power supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 18W (rear voltage selector)
Rear connections: Output (RCA), Line In (RCA), In/Out DIN
The item will be packed with utmost care, using bubble wrap and protective materials specific to preserve the wooden side panels and the delicacy of the VU meters during transport. Tracked and insured shipping.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
TEAC
Model
A-450
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Good
Number of objects
1
Includes
Power supply
Serial Number
87649
Year of manufacture
1973
Weight
4 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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