Sony - TC-K808ES 'Reference' 3-Head stereo Audio-cassette deck
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Description from the seller
The Sony TC-K808ES is a high-end 3-head cassette deck released in 1993 as part of Sony’s premium ES (Elevated Standard) lineup. It sits directly below the flagship TC-K909ES, sharing much of its core mechanical architecture and performance capabilities.
Key Technical Features
3-Head Architecture: Separate PC-OCC (Pure Copper Ohno Continuous Casting) record and playback heads allow real-time off-tape monitoring.
Closed-Loop Dual Capstan & Direct Drive: Utilizes a direct-drive motor for the main capstan paired with a secondary capstan to maintain precise tape tension across the head gap, yielding extremely low wow & flutter (0.025% WRMS).
Full Calibration Suite: Features manual Bias and Level calibration knobs accompanied by built-in test tone generators for fine-tuning specific tape formulations.
Dolby S Integration: Includes Dolby B, C, and Dolby S noise reduction alongside Dolby HX Pro headroom extension.
Parameter Specification
Type 3-head, single compact cassette deck
Drive System Closed-Loop Dual Capstan, Direct Drive
Motors 3-motor mechanism (Capstan, Reel, Assist/Door)
Frequency Response 20 Hz – 21,000 Hz (Type IV Metal Tape)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 85 dB (Dolby S), > 75 dB (Dolby C)
Wow & Flutter 0.025% WRMS
Dimensions (W × H × D) 430 × 135 × 360 mm (470 mm with wood side panels)
Weight ~8.0 kg (with side panels)
The Sony TC-K808ES is a high-end 3-head cassette deck released in 1993 as part of Sony’s premium ES (Elevated Standard) lineup. It sits directly below the flagship TC-K909ES, sharing much of its core mechanical architecture and performance capabilities.
Key Technical Features
3-Head Architecture: Separate PC-OCC (Pure Copper Ohno Continuous Casting) record and playback heads allow real-time off-tape monitoring.
Closed-Loop Dual Capstan & Direct Drive: Utilizes a direct-drive motor for the main capstan paired with a secondary capstan to maintain precise tape tension across the head gap, yielding extremely low wow & flutter (0.025% WRMS).
Full Calibration Suite: Features manual Bias and Level calibration knobs accompanied by built-in test tone generators for fine-tuning specific tape formulations.
Dolby S Integration: Includes Dolby B, C, and Dolby S noise reduction alongside Dolby HX Pro headroom extension.
Parameter Specification
Type 3-head, single compact cassette deck
Drive System Closed-Loop Dual Capstan, Direct Drive
Motors 3-motor mechanism (Capstan, Reel, Assist/Door)
Frequency Response 20 Hz – 21,000 Hz (Type IV Metal Tape)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 85 dB (Dolby S), > 75 dB (Dolby C)
Wow & Flutter 0.025% WRMS
Dimensions (W × H × D) 430 × 135 × 360 mm (470 mm with wood side panels)
Weight ~8.0 kg (with side panels)
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Sony
Model
TC-K808ES 'Reference' 3-Head stereo
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Excellent
Number of objects
1
Includes
Power cord
Serial Number
4550187
Year of manufacture
1995
Weight
8 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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