TEAC A-2340R
TEAC
Japan
Tape Deck Details
Number of Motors
3
Number of Heads
3
Head Configuration
Quad
Wow & Flutter
0.12% at 7½ ips
Signal-to-Noise [dB]
48
Dimensions [mm]
522 x 170 x 440
Weight [kg]
20
Year built
1970s
Head Composition
Permalloy
Equalization
NAB
Frequency Response
40 Hz to 18 kHz (±3 dB) at 7½ ips
Speed
3¾, 7½
Max Reel [inch]
7
Tracks
1/4 Rec/PB
Price
User
Consumer
Additional Information
The TEAC A-2340R is a 4-track, 4-channel reel-to-reel tape deck with auto-reverse playback, produced in the 1970s. It is designed for stereo, monaural, and multi-channel recording and playback, suitable for serious home users and light studio applications.
Track and Head System
Auto-reverse, 4-track, 4-channel stereo/monaural/multi-channel system.
Three heads: one record, one playback, and one erase head made of permalloy.
Quad head configuration allowing flexible track monitoring and playback.
Tape Transport and Motors
Three motors: one capstan motor and two reel motors for stable tape tension and precise speed control.
Tape speeds: 3¾ ips (9.5 cm/s) and 7½ ips (19 cm/s).
Supports reels up to 7 inches in diameter.
Wow and flutter: 0.12% at 7½ ips.
Frequency Response and Sound Quality
Frequency response: 40 Hz to 18 kHz (±3 dB) at 7½ ips.
Signal-to-noise ratio: approximately 48 dB.
Crosstalk: about 35 dB.
Sound quality rating around 5/10, reflecting solid but not top-tier fidelity.
Inputs and Outputs
Line input: 100 mV.
Microphone input: 0.3 mV.
Line output: 0.3 V.
RCA connectors for inputs and outputs.
Additional Features
Auto-reverse playback for continuous operation without manual tape flipping (recording is forward direction only).
4-digit mechanical tape counter with push-button reset.
Logic-controlled push-button transport operation.
Solid metal chassis with dimensions approximately 522 x 170 x 440 mm.
Weight around 20 kg.