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Ok this is how it goes, I'm saving up for another audio item and I promised myself I would not spend anything on audio gear until seeing THIS. Damn it, I could not resist. A Nakamichi 480 2 head, dual capstan (with pressure pad lifter!) cassette deck for $70. Just got a back payment from previous employer so that was my excuse to go for it, and there is still money left over to throw towards saving for the Phase Linear.
I turned up to the guy's house and he stated that 3 years ago he had $350 worth of servicing done on the unit, which after internal inspection I believe has been done, or close to anyway. New belts, decent idler tire, new pinch rollers, listening to it now sounds so warm and clear. Tape path was dirty so gave it an intense clean and de-magnetize, checked internals, all good. I did not think the 480 would be so nice sounding, sure surprised me, very happy with this purchase. Comments are welcome =).
I turned up to the guy's house and he stated that 3 years ago he had $350 worth of servicing done on the unit, which after internal inspection I believe has been done, or close to anyway. New belts, decent idler tire, new pinch rollers, listening to it now sounds so warm and clear. Tape path was dirty so gave it an intense clean and de-magnetize, checked internals, all good. I did not think the 480 would be so nice sounding, sure surprised me, very happy with this purchase. Comments are welcome =).