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Sony Model TC-252D

Solid-State Stereo Tape Deck

If you're on a limited budget, our lowest priced stereo reel-to-reel tape deck, the quarter-track TC-252D is loaded with many features from more expensive machines. For example, you get a Retractomatic pinch roller for easy one-hand threading; Automatic Shut-Off at end of tape; Automatic Tape lifters, which protect heads from wear during fast wind; Stereo Headphone Monitor Jack for private Listening; and much more. A really spectacular buy!

Note: This machine was also available with built in integrated amplifier and speakers as the model TC-252

FEATURES-

Quarter-Track Stereo Record & Playback

Retractomatic Pinch Roller

Sound-on-Sound

Vertical or Horizontal Operation

Non-Magnetizing Record Head

Automatic Shut-off

Automatic Tape Lifters

Sound-with-Sound

Vibration-Free Motor

Built-in Reel Locks (later models only)

Two VU Meters

Pause Control with Lock

Three-Digit Tape Counter

Walnut Base

SPECIFICATIONS-

Frequency Response @ 7-1/2IPS (Hz) - 30-18k

Frequency Response @ 3-3/4IPS (Hz) - 40-13k

Wow & Flutter (%) - .12

Signal To Noise Ratio (db) - 52

Microphone Input Plug - Mini

Line Input Impedance (Ohms) - 560k

Line Input Sensitivity (Volts) - .06

Line Output Impedance (Ohms) - 100k

Maximum Reel Size - 7"

Power Requirements - 117 VAC, 30 watts, 60 Hz

Rewind Time 1200’ Tape (Seconds) - 150

Bias Frequency (kHz) - 85

Number of Motors - 1

Capstan Drive Motor – Induction

Dimensions WxHxD (Inches) – 15-1/4x13-7/16x7-1/2

Weight - 17lbs, 11oz.

Data taken from Sony(Superscope) brochures. Thanks to A. W. Covert, Battle Creek, MI for this page.