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Proton 720 Stereo Cassette Deck - $50 (Ocala)
SE 28th Ave near SE 11th St
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The Proton 720 is a vintage single-cassette component deck from the mid-1980s designed to match Proton audio and video separates.
It has been completely refurbished inside and out.
Key Features & Specifications
• Noise Reduction Systems: Supports both Dolby B and Dolby C noise reduction to cut down tape hiss.
• Tape Compatibility: Handles multiple tape formulations including Normal (Type I), Chrome (CrO₂, Type II), and Metal (Type IV) tapes.
• Transport Design: Features a single capstan transport mechanism. The original Proton 720 uses an open tape well design without a traditional cassette door cover, while the updated Proton 720B adds a physical cassette door.
• Controls & Display: Equipped with an analog 3-digit tape counter and dedicated tape-type selection controls.
• Design & Matching Style: Built in a matte black finish styled to complement other Proton components like the Proton 520 Integrated Amplifier.