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Sony Model TC-280
Solid-State Stereo Tape Deck
If you're on a limited budget, our lowest-priced stereo reel-to-reel tape deck, the TC-280, is for you! It's loaded with features usually found only on much more expensive machines - like Ferrite and Ferrite heads; Uniphase - which permits 2-channel recording of SO* matrixed 4-channel sound from either tapes or records for playback through a decoder and 4-channel amplifier; a tape select switch for optimum recording equalization when using standard or low noise high output tape. There's also a 4-digit tape counter; and the versatility of vertical/horizontal operation. Walnut base is included.
*TM CBS Labs, Inc.
FEATURES
· Quarter Track Stereo Record and Playback
- Three Speeds: 7-1/2, 3-3/4, 1-7/8 ips.
· Record Equalization Selector Switch for standard or Sony SLH-180 low-noise, high-output recording tape
· Sound-with-Sound
- Sound-on-Sound Capability
- Vibration-Free Motor
- Two VU Meters
- Pause Control with Lock
· Headphone Jack
· 4-Digit Tape Counter
· Microphone and Auxiliary Inputs
· Scrape Flutter Filter
- Built-in Reel Locks
· Retractomatic Pinch Roller
· Automatic Shut-Off
· Record Interlock
· Non-Magnetizing Record Head
· Automatic Tape Lifters
- Walnut Base
SPECIFICATIONS-
- Frequency Response : 40 Hz to 21 kHz ±3dB @ 7-1/2 ips.
SLH-180 Tape: 20 Hz to 15 kHz @ 3-3/4 ips.
20 Hz to 7 kHz @ 1-7/8 ips.
- Wow & Flutter @ 7-1/2IPS (%) - .10
- Maximum Reel Size - 7"
- Rewind and Fast-Forward Time: 150 sec./1200 ft.
- Signal To Noise Ratio SLH Tape (db) - 55
- Bias Frequency (kHz) - 85
- Number of Motors - 1
- Capstan Drive Motor – Induction, Vibration free
- Power Requirements - 120 VAC, 25 watts, 60 Hz
- Microphone Input Plug - Phone
- Line Input Impedence (Ohms) - 100k
- Line Input Sensitivity (Volts) - .06
- Output Impedence (Ohms) - 100k
- Dimensions WxHxD (Inches) – 15-3/4x14-1/8x7-3/8
- Weight - 18lbs, 12oz.
Photo and data direct from Sony(Superscope) brochures. Thanks to A. W. Covert, Battle Creek, MI for this page.
