I want a Reel to Reel

[Ric27]

goog advice

don't do it... There hard to find parts for and not reliable as the Pioneer or the TEAC's

Thanks for the frank advice!
R

 

[Ric27]

Teac A Series

Have to throw in my 2 cents here the 707 is the bomb, but don't neglect the TEAC A series units as well

Any particular Models in the Teac A Series standout in the value/performance/style arena?

Ric

 

[Ric27]

Deck sideways

Is it practical to operate a Reel To Reel set on it side. If so that opens a lot more models for me to consider.

Ric

 

[MarkWComer]

Is it practical to operate a Reel To Reel set on it side.

As long as the reels are locked on it shouldn't be a problem- you can even lay it flat on its back. I don't think there are any rules regarding the orientation of an R2R deck.

 

[Fishoz]

Not on it's side but laid down flat - a lot of units are made that way. Doesn't look as good though.

I have not made any comparisons, other than my A4010 and A3300s. They both sound pretty good - I'm satisfied for how I use them.

The 4010 is a sought after machine, along with the A7010. The 4010 is only a 7" reel. The 3300s handles up to a 10".

Laying the unit flat makes it easier to clean and demag the heads.

I thought I would be spending up to a couple hundred to try the R2R's out. Didn't rush into things and found two this summer at garage and flea markets for 1/10th what I was willing to spend - leaving more $'s for an eventual WOPL.

 

[Nick Danger]

That isn't an option in that the turntable is on a sliding shelf that rolls out about 2" to allow the dust cover to open. But I guess I could ditch the cover and put the tape deck in that spot. I know I never see a dust cover on any high end set up anyway. Not that my gear is high end. Interesting thought. That space is17.5 H x 24.5 W

Ric

Possible to remove the hinges from the TT's dust cover? Take the cover off when listening and toss it back on when you're not.

 

[Nick Danger]

Not on it's side but laid down flat.....

Agree on flat and would steer clear of it being on it's side, too. I have seen folks that have space issues who want an open reel deck with 10" capability and set them on amp stands.

 

[eminence1963]

Any particular Models in the Teac A Series standout in the value/performance/style arena?

Ric

All of them

 

[orange]

I've had more really nice broken Teacs then YOU...

 

[Bob Boyer]

Not as well known out there - but don't ignore the Pioneer RT-701, which is the non-auto reverse version of the 707. If you're willing to get out of the easy chair a little more, you might find one for less than a 707 because of the lack of auto-reverse. Otherwise, it's the exact same machine.

Also - for your space considerations - the A series Teac would be a 2300. There are several iterations, including a version with Dolby, but they're getting pricey these days as well.

 

[Fishoz]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/ele/4738317048.html

Near Chicago - still a bit pricey.

 

[Skynyrd77]

I have a Olson 707 here that is just taking up space. If your interested Lmk and I'll email Ya a few pics!

 

[laatsch55]

A what??

 

[Elite-ist]

An Olson 707?

Nando.

 

[Nick Danger]

I have a Olson 707 here that is just taking up space. If your interested Lmk and I'll email Ya a few pics!

I would be interested in seeing pics of this unit as I have not come across one before.

 

[eminence1963]

Yea what is it?

 

[laatsch55]

An Olson 707 4 track recorder..

 

[laatsch55]

Jase is still having problems posting pics, so he sent them to me and there they are....

 

[Elite-ist]

Thanks for getting those pictures posted, Lee and Jason. First I've seen of that model. Some interesting features.

Nando.

 

[orange]

Izit TOOBED?