Tape Decks

Sony TCWE475 Dual Cassette Player / Recorder

Sony's TC-WE475 dual-well cassette player/recorder offers high quality and plenty of great features, including dual auto-reverse playback. When coupled with the deck's relay play feature, dual auto-reverse means you can enjoy up to three hours of continuous music from two 90-minute cassettes. One tape well plays, the other records. You can set the recording input level using a dedicated control or rely on Sony's auto level-setting feature to choose the most appropriate level for your tape (this works best on dynamically limited material such as pop music). Choose from normal- and high-speed dubbing: normal speed for higher fidelity, high speed for greater convenience.

Sony has built the deck with high-density Permalloy tape heads for long life. For noise reduction, the TC-WE475 is outfitted with both Dolby B, the encoding standard used on most prerecorded cassettes, and Dolby C, which buys you another 10 to 20 dB or so of noise reduction beyond that offered by Dolby B (around 10 dB). Use Dolby when recording and, if a tape has been recorded using Dolby, when listening.

Two other technologies specifically heighten the quality of your recordings. During loud level peaks, Dolby HX Pro dynamically adjusts the bias signal (a supersonic and basically sacrificial tone your deck uses to push distortion out of the audible range), effectively letting you record "hotter"--that is, louder on tape--without compressing the high-frequencies of your program material. Secondly, an onboard MPX filter blocks the 19 kHz multiplex pilot tone of FM stereo broadcasts for proper Dolby noise-reduction tracking when you record off the air.

Other features include full-logic, feather-touch transport controls and twin electronic tape counters (one for each deck), which come in handy when you're making a compilation from a variety of source tapes. If you have a Sony audio/video receiver, you can operate the deck from your receiver's remote control.

What's in the Box
Cassette player/recorder and user's manual.

With the Sony TCW-E475, you can take advantage of your old cassette tapes that are just sitting there collecting dust. The TCW-E475 features dual cassette decks that supports both playback and recording, making it a great addition to any home stereo setup. Relay Play Wide-range pitch control Switchable MPX filter Full-logic feather-touch transport controls Twin electronic counters Control A1 capability High-speed dubbing Super-density Permalloy heads Fader switch Headphone jack Weight - 8lbs. 13oz.

Onkyo TARW255 Dual well Tape Deck

auto-reverse record/play (deck B) and auto-reverse play (deck A) * Dolby B & C * normal/high-speed dubbing * relay play * frequency response (?3dB) 30-17,000 Hz -- metal tape *

Dual autoreverse lets you copy both sides of a tape with the press of a button, or relay-play both sides of two tapes without interruption. The deck also includes Dolby B and C noise reduction to effectively eliminate tape hiss, auto-spacing to insert blank spaces between songs, high-speed dubbing, rec-level control, CD synchro recording, 8-segment peak level meters, an auto tape-bias selector, and a 4-digit electronic tape counter.

Key Technology Feature:
RI (Remote Interactive): With Onkyo's exclusive RI (Remote Interactive) system capability, you can integrate and operate all compatible components through a single remote control. What's more, RI capability enables you to simply connect the iPod® to your receiver through Onkyo's RI Dock for the iPod (DS-A1). Your iPod effectively becomes another Onkyo component from which you can relish a fuller sound that just can't be experienced through headphones. RI capability will also give you remote operability of your iPod for hands-off control over your digital music.

TEAC W-600R Dual Full-Logic Cassette

Teac's W-600R offers convenience and affordability in a format no longer cutting-edge but still widely used in cars as well as portable and home stereos. The unit's dual-well convenience includes auto-reverse playback in deck 2, normal and high-speed tape-to-tape copying, continuous playback between decks, and auto tape selector (normal, chrome, metal).

Electronic tape counters mark mileage in both wells, while the program level meters sport two colors to highlight peak signals. Dolby B noise reduction cuts tape hiss during playback of Dolby-encoded cassettes, one-touch recording minimizes copying hassles, and the unit is compatible with Teac "UR" (Unified Remote) control devices. The W-600R weighs 8.5 pounds.

Dual Auto-Reverse Play (one deck also records) / Dolby B Noise Reduction / Tape Dubbing Auto tape selector (Bank 1) Tape index counter with counter reset button (Bank 2) Dubbing and High-speed dubbing Electronic Tape Counter for each bank Electronic FL Peak level indicators Designed for connection to a component home stereo sound system Unit Dimensions - 17 (w) x 5-3/4 (h) x 11-1/2 (d) Color - Black

Pioneer CTW208R Dual Cassette Deck

Tried and true, the Compact Cassette remains the most popular recording medium ever. For making exceptional recordings simply and quickly, the CTW208R is an excellent choice. With Dolby B & C noise Reduction, double auto-reverse transport, and full logic IC controls, and Music Search, this deck has the most requested features.Both cassette decks have auto reverse mechanisms, allowing for long-term listening and recording capabilities. Continuous Play with Auto Reverse select from several modes of playback-choose to play back all of tape A, then all of tape B or play the front side of tape A then the front side of tape B, then play the back side of each tape. Or, just use standard continuous play-load two cassettes into the unit, and select PLAY on each deck. When tape A finishes and shuts off, tape B will begin to play, allowing for uninterrupted listening. Dolby B & C Noise Reduction greatly reduces irritating tape hiss while increasing dynamic range on Dolby B or Dolby C encoded cassettes. Dolby B reduces noise by approximately 10 dB, while Dolby C reduces hiss by a whopping 20 dB. Full-Logic Tape Transport provides electronic, rather than mechanical, control of the drive system of the cassette deck. It delivers more reliability, smoother operation, and quicker one-touch control. To fast forward a cassette that is playing, simply touch the fast forward button then touch the play button when you desire. On mechanical transports, you would have to stop the tape, press fast-forward, press stop, then press play. Metal Tape Capability provides optimum playback calibration with both normal bias tapes as well as high-bias and metal-position cassettes.

COBY CX-4912 AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player with Mini Stereo Speakers

Coby Electronics Corporation is a prime manufacturer of quality consumerelectronics that are designed to provide years of outstanding performance and sound reproduction. Unlike many other consumer electronics companies, Coby possesses an in-house art and design department and an in-house research and development department. These departments have been responsible for creating award-winning packaging designs and exclusive and patented products.COBY CX-4912 is a sleekly designed personal AM/FM stereo cassette player. It features auto stop at tape end and is equipped with professional stereo headphones, stereo speaker system, built-in belt clip and 3V DC jack.

TEAC AD500 Combination CD/Cassette Deck

A Single CD Player audio component with an integrated cassette tape deck Record Mute switch Automatic tape selector Computomatic Program Search for up to 15 programs Switchable Dolby B noise reduction CD/Cassette synch dubbing Cassette pitch control Multifunction FL display Jack with level control for connecting optional stereo headphones Wireless remote control (Teac UR system compatible for controlling other Teac components, as well) Dual-Volt capable

Teac Reference R-H500 Auto-Reverse Cassette Deck

Whether you're looking for a new way to enjoy your classic audiocassettes or a reliable, high-quality recording component, the Teac R-H500 cassette deck fills the bill admirably. The device hails from Teac's Reference line, a collection of components designed with thinner profiles than traditional stereo components. This particular unit measures 11.5 inches across (most are in the 17-inch range), making it a perfect option for listeners with narrow entertainment cabinets or shelves. In addition, the R-H500 is equipped with a host of valuable features beyond its convenient size, such as full-logic transport control, auto-reverse recording and playback, a digital tape counter, and auto tape selection. The device also boasts CD-synchro dubbing when connected to a CD player, ensuring that listeners won't miss a moment of their favorite music, along with Computomatic Program Search (CPS), which senses a break in the recorded sound while scanning for a desired track. And playback sounds consistently clear thanks to the Dolby B/C noise reduction system with HX Pro.

Technical specs include a 40 Hz to 14 kHz frequency response and a signal-to-noise ratio of 75 dB (with Dolby C NR) or 65 dB (Dolby B NR). The device, which measures 11.5 by 4 by 12.12 inches (W x H x D), also carries a three-year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
R-H500 cassette deck, user's manual.

Cassette Deck for Home Stereo component systems

Pioneer CT-W606DR Dual Cassette Deck

Dual-well CT-606DR includes Digital Noise Reduction, Digital Noise Suppression, and Dolby HX Pro / CD Synch for recording from a CD Player / Dubbing Wow and Flutter (WRMS) - 0.09% Maximum Frequency-Response (-20 dB) - according to casste tape being used - Normal - 20 Hz - 18,000Hz; CRO2 - 20Hz - 19,000Hz; Metal - 20 Hz- 20,000Hz Relay Play Normal and High Speed Dubbing capability Automated Music Search - +/- 15 Songs Automatic Space Record Mute Automatic Tape Selection - Can detect type of tape being used to adjust recording and bias, accordingly Headphone Output TDNS (Tape Duplication Noise Suppression) reduces noise when recording from one tape to another FL Level Display with Peak Hold (6+1) 2-Mode / 4-Digit Electronic Counter Display Pioneer SR In/Out Connection For System Integration Unit Dimensions - 4.75 H x 17 W x 9 D For use with stereo audio component systems

The Pioneer CT-W606DR dual auto-reverse cassette deck comes with Dolby B and C noise reduction and 20-bit analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters. Convenience features include CD deck synchro recording, +/- 15-song music search, and high-speed dubbing.

The CT-W606DR's honeycomb chassis includes a Dolby SR in/out connection, headphone output, twin motors, and multifunction display. This cassette deck is covered by a one-year parts and labor warranty.

TEAC RC615 Cassette Deck Remote Control

A remote control for Teac cassette decks

JVC TD-W354BK Dual Cassette Deck

Twin Tape Decks in one unit / Automatic Reverse / High-speed dubbing / Dolby B & Dolby C Noise Reduction Silent mechanisms driven by exclusive motor actuators Reduced acoustic modulation noise - Cassette-shell stabilizers and large insulators Pitch control (Deck A) Mic input with level control Multi Music Scan DDRP (Dynamics Detection Recording Processor) Continuous play of two tapes High-speed editing with synchro dubbing Dolby HX Pro (Deck B) Dolby B / C noise reduction Fluorescent level meters / counters