Tascam Portastudio 488MKii - 90's 8 Track Cassette Recorder
Add some nice grainy tape sound to your mixes with this rare and vintage 8 Track cassette tape recorder from Tascam!
Condition:
- This is a used unit.
- This 488 has been professionally serviced. This included a brand new belt, deep clean and a full adjustment and service of tape drive mechanism and diagnostics.
- This machine has been tested and is ready to go at home or in the studio.
- Cosmetically this unit is in good condition. It shows some general wear from use over the years like some small to medium sized marks, nicks, scratches and scuffs. Some of the matt finish looks like it has worn off and is more shiny looking. Please see all photos for further details. Overall nothing major.
- This unit has been converted to 240V using its factory multi-tap transformer. This means it is ready to plug and play within Australia & New Zealand. If you are an international buyer please ensure you have the correct step-up transformer for your country.
- This sale is for the 488MKii only. Nothing else is included in this sale.
Specifications:
- Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck
- Track System: 8-track, 8-channel
- Tape Speed: 9.5 cm/s
- Heads: 1 x 8-track record/playback, 1 x 8-track erase
- Motor: 1 x reel, 1 x capstan, 1 x aux
- Tape Type: CrO2
- Noise Reduction: DBX
- Frequency Response: 40Hz to 14kHz (Cr02 tape)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 90dB (DBX)
- Wow and Flutter: 0.04%
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 1.3%
- Input: 300mV (line), 3mV (mic)
- Output: 0.3V (line)
- Dimensions: 490 x 125 x 392mm
- Weight: 7kg
Postage:
Your order will be processed within 5 business days.
If you are in a remote area you may incur extra fees.
International import tax, duty, vat, custom fees or any other charges are not covered by us, nor included in the shipping fees. These are the responsibility of the buyer.
Return Policy:
Returns will only be accepted for manufacture defects / faulty items. Please contact us if you have any problems with your purchase and we will strive to work it out with you.
Please contact us with any enquiries and check our other listings for more vintage tape machines, pro audio and synthesisers.