TEAC A 860 ESOTERIC 3 Head 3 Motor Stereo Tape Deck RARE Vintage WORK Good Look

TEAC A 860 ESOTERIC 3 Head 3 Motor Stereo Tape Deck RARE Vintage WORK Good Look

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TEAC A-860

Stereo Cassette Deck (1977)

Specifications

Type: 3-head, single compact cassette deck

Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo

Tape Speed: 4.75 cm/s

Heads: 1 x playback, 1 x record, 1 x erase

Motor: 1 x capstan, 2 x reel

Tape Type: type I, CrO2, FeCr

Noise Reduction: B, DBX

Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz (Cr02 tape)

Signal to Noise Ratio: 90dB (DBX)

Wow and Flutter: 0.04%

Input: 60mV (line), 0.25mV (mic)

Output: 0.3V (line)

Dimensions: 440 x 365 x 240mm

Weight: 18kg

TEAC A-860 – Detailed Technical Specifications (English)

1. General Description

• Type:

• Stereo cassette deck with 3 heads

• Track System:

• 4-track, 2-channel stereo

• Tape Speed:

• 4.75 cm/s (equivalent to 1 7/8 inches per second – standard cassette speed)

2. Heads and Motors

• Heads:

• 1 playback head

• 1 record head

• 1 erase head

• Motors:

• 1 capstan motor

• 2 reel motors (total of 3 motors)

3. Supported Tape Types

• Compatible with:

• Type I (Normal)

• CrO₂ (Chrome)

• FeCr (Ferrochrome)

4. Noise Reduction Systems

• Equipped with:

• Dolby B

• DBX Type II

5. Audio Performance

• Frequency Response:

• 20 Hz to 20 kHz (with CrO₂ tape)

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR):

• 90 dB (with DBX enabled)

• Wow and Flutter:

• 0.04%

6. Inputs and Outputs

• Inputs:

• Line: 60 mV

• Microphone: 0.25 mV

• Outputs:

• Line out: 0.3 V

7. Dimensions and Weight

• Dimensions (W x H x D):

• 440 x 365 x 240 mm

• Weight:

• 18 kg

8. Additional Features

• Tape Transport System:

• Dual capstan

• Solenoid-controlled transport

• Mechanical cassette loading

• Auto stop function (hifivintage.eu)

• Controls and Monitoring:

• Pitch control (tone adjustment)

• Real-time monitoring

• Memory function

• Auto-space

• 3-digit mechanical tape counter

• Analog VU meters (hifivintage.eu)

• Calibration and EQ:

• Manual tape type selection

• Manual EQ controls

• Front panel bias and level calibration (1001hifi.info)

• Connectivity:

• RCA line inputs and outputs

• Headphone output

• 4 microphone inputs with independent level controls (1001hifi.info)

• Mixing Capability:

• Functions as a basic mixing console thanks to its 4 mic inputs with separate level controls.

• Year of Manufacture:

• 1977

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Additional Notes

• Esoteric Series:

• A special edition known as the “Esoteric Series” exists, featuring premium finishes and potentially upgraded internal components. It was aimed at collectors and high-end audiophiles. (hifivintage.eu)

• Historic Innovation:

• The TEAC A-860 was the first cassette deck ever to feature DBX Type II noise reduction, setting a benchmark in tape fidelity. (1001hifi.info)

ATTENTION: The Cassette tape shown in the photos IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE SALE, IT IS ONLY FOR DEMONSTRATION IN THE PHOTOS.