Sony TC-FX5C Cassette Deck

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Sony TC-FX5C Cassette Deck

Sony TC-FX5C Stereo Cassette Deck from the ’80s. 2-head, single compact cassette deck.

  • Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
  • Tape Speeds: 4.8 cm/s (1⅞ ips)
  • Heads: 2 (1 playback/record, 1 erase)
  • Motors: 1 DC servo motor
  • Wow and Flutter: 0.05% (WRMS)
  • Frequency Response:
    • Normal tape: 20 Hz – 15,000 Hz
    • Chrome tape: 20 Hz – 17,000 Hz
    • Metal tape: 20 Hz – 18,000 Hz
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
    • Without NR: ~58 dB
    • With Dolby B NR: up to 68 dB
  • Dolby Noise Reduction: Dolby B
  • Tape Selector: 3-position (Normal / CrO₂ / FeCr & Metal)
  • Input/Output:
    • Line In/Out (RCA)
    • Microphone Input (1/4” jacks, L/R)
    • Headphone Out (1/4” jack)
  • Display: LED peak level meters
  • Other Features:
    • Manual record level and balance controls
    • Mic/line mixing capability
    • Timer start (Play / Record / Off)
    • Cue & review
    • MPX filter
Dimensions: 430x 105x 275 mm
Weight: 5.3kg

Years of Manufacture: 1979–1980

STATUS: Out of stock


28 April 2023
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