--- IMPORTANT NOTICE --- The following countries currently cannot receive this item by sea mail. Please do not bid if your shipping address is in one of these countries: Andorra / Armenia / Azerbaijan / Belarus / Croatia / Denmark / France / Georgia / Germany / Kazakhstan / Kyrgyzstan / Malta / Romania / Russian Federation / Spain / Sweden / Tajikistan / Turkmenistan / Ukraine / Uzbekistan --- Item Description This is a Sony TC-K222ESJ stereo cassette deck, a highly regarded 3-head, closed-loop dual-capstan design with quartz-locked direct drive. The deck features Dolby B, C and S noise reduction along with HX Pro headroom extension, and it was awarded the 1992 Nagaoka Tetsuo FM fan Dynamic Grand Prix in the cassette deck category, reflecting its reputation for sound quality within Sony's later ES-series lineup. The unit has undergone a full mechanical overhaul and restoration. Work carried out includes replacement of the capstan motor board capacitors, capstan belt and mode-change belt, supply-side pinch roller, and all tact switches behind the control buttons, along with disassembly and cleaning of the rotary encoder and leaf contacts. Head azimuth was adjusted and the tape path was checked and calibrated using a dedicated alignment gauge and mirror cassette, with a 120-minute test tape used to verify transport accuracy across the full tape length. Level adjustments were also carried out. The exterior, including the panel, lid cover, knobs, power cord and case screws, has been thoroughly cleaned, and standard maintenance such as contact and VR cleaning and head demagnetising has been performed. A photocopy of the original instruction manual is included with this deck. The deck has been powered on and basic operation has been confirmed. The recording/playback head shows good condition upon inspection. Size Height: 13.5 cm Width: 43 cm Depth: 34.5 cm Weight 7250 g / 7.25 kg Condition The deck shows scratches on the case and on the right-side panel, consistent with age and use, while remaining in comparatively good overall condition. It has been serviced and tested, and powers on with basic operation confirmed. Additional Information Brand: Sony Model: TC-K222ESJ Type: 3-head, closed-loop dual-capstan stereo cassette deck with quartz-locked direct drive Noise reduction: Dolby B / C / S NR, HX Pro Country: Japan Accessories included: photocopy of the original instruction manual NOTICE This item is large and will be shipped via Japan Post surface (sea) mail. Delivery takes at least 3 months, so please be patient and do not open a claim during this period. Please note: Surface mail is not available for the following countries: Andorra / Armenia / Azerbaijan / Belarus / Croatia / Denmark / France / Georgia / Germany / Kazakhstan / Kyrgyzstan / Malta / Romania / Russian Federation / Spain / Sweden / Tajikistan / Turkmenistan / Ukraine / Uzbekistan If your shipping address is in one of these countries, we must use an alternative method (extra cost) or cancel the order. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included and are the buyer's responsibility. Your local customs or delivery service may contact you via phone or email for clearance procedures. Please ensure you can respond. If unanswered, the parcel may be returned, and re-shipping will cost more than double. Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.