TEAC A-2300SX
TEAC
Japan
Tape Deck Details
Number of Motors
3
Number of Heads
3
Head Configuration
Stereo
Wow & Flutter
0.2% (7½ ips)
Signal-to-Noise [dB]
48
Dimensions [mm]
440 x 392 x 210
Weight [kg]
18
Year built
Head Composition
Permalloy
Equalization
NAB
Frequency Response
Speed
3¾, 7½
Max Reel [inch]
7
Tracks
$600
1/4 Rec/PB
Price
Additional Information
The TEAC A-2300SX is a 4-track, 2-channel stereo/monaural reel-to-reel tape recorder introduced in the mid-1970s, designed for home enthusiasts and semi-professional use. It supports reel sizes up to 7 inches and offers tape speeds of 3¾ and 7½ inches per second.
Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo/monaural
Heads: 3 heads — 1 erase, 1 record, 1 playback (Permalloy composition)
Motors: 3 motors — 2 reel motors and 1 capstan motor
Tape Speeds: 3¾ ips (9.5 cm/s) and 7½ ips (19 cm/s)
Reel Size: 5 or 7 inch reels
Equalization: NAB standard
Wow and Flutter: 0.2% (7½ ips)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 48 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: 1.5%
Crosstalk: 35 dB
Input Sensitivity: 97 mV (line), 0.25 mV (mic)
Output Level: 0.3 V (line)
Dimensions: 440 x 392 x 210 mm
Weight: 18 kg
Cue lever for fast tape search, cueing, and editing
Independent left and right channel tape/source selectors for improved monitoring and sound-on-sound recording (with some manual re-patching)
Three-motor transport system for stable and reliable tape handling
Real-time monitoring via three-head design
Supports both 5-inch and 7-inch reels for flexibility
Solid metal chassis with wooden side panels for durability and classic aesthetics
Simple, intuitive controls suitable for home or semi-professional use