Technics RS-M231X Stereo Cassette Tape Deck Recorder is a reliable and functional piece of home audio equipment. With the trusted Technics brand name, this tape recorder model RS-M321X is configured for cassette tapes, providing a classic way to enjoy music or record radio shows. 17in wide x 9in deep x l4.5 in tall Made in Japan. Classic late-1970s.
Technics presents a stereo cassette deck with a rare combination; 3 major noise reduction systems, and a low price. In addition to the RS-M231X's Dolby B and C noise reduction circuitry is dbx, which doesn't just reduce background tape noise but eliminates it.
Soft-Touch Controls
The soft-touch controls, which require only a light touch to operate, boast an impressive array of convenience features. Mechanical logic allows you to switch from fast forward or rewind directly to play, without having to touch the "stop" key. For recording, just touch the "record" key instead of "record" and "play". And rewind auto-play begins playback automatically after the tape rewinds to the beginning. The deck also includes cue and review functions, and timer record/playback capability.
Specifications
Track System: 4-track,2-channel stereo recording and playback
Tape Speed: 4,8 cm/s (1-7/8 ips)
Wow and Flutter: 0,048% WRMS
Frequency Response
Metal Tape : 20 - 19,000 Hz; 50 - 17,000 Hz (±3 dB)
CrO₂ Tape : 20 - 18,000 Hz ; 50 - 16,000 Hz (±3 dB)
Normal Tape : 20 - 17,000 Hz ; 50 - 15,000 Hz (±3 dB)
Dynamic Range: 110 dB (at 1 kHz, CrO₂) with dbx in
Max. Input Level Improvement: 10 dB or more with dbx in (at 1 kHz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
dbx In : 92 dB
Dolby C NR In : 75 dB (CCIR)
Dolby B NR In : 67 dB (CCIR)
NR Out : 57 dB
Fast Forward and Rewind Time: approx. 90 sec. C-60 tape
Input Sensitivity/Impedance:
Mic : 0,25 mV, applicable mic. Impedance 400 Ω - 10 k Ω
Line : 60 mV/more than 47 k Ω
Output Level?Impedance:
Line : 400 mv/1,5 k Ω or less
Headphones : 80 mv (at 8 Ω ), applicable headphone impedance 8 Ω - 600 Ω
Bias Frequency: 80 kHz
Motor: DC servo motor
Heads: 2-head system
MX head for record/playback
Double Gap Ferrite Head for erasure
Power Requirements: AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 16 W
Dimensions (W x H x D): 430 x 109 x 235 mm (16-7/8" x 4-5/16" x 9-1/4")
Weight: 4,4 kg (9 lbs 11 oz)