TEAC A-6700
TEAC
Japan
Tape Deck Details
Number of Motors
3
Number of Heads
4
Head Configuration
Stacked/Inline
Wow & Flutter
0.03% at 15ips 0.06% at 7.5 ips
Signal-to-Noise [dB]
60dB NAB or 62dB IEC/ BTS equalization)
Dimensions [mm]
419 x 478 x 268
Weight [kg]
25
Year built
1976 - 1979
Head Composition
Equalization
NAB, BTS/IEC
Frequency Response
Speed
7½, 15
Max Reel [inch]
10.5
Tracks
1/2 Rec/Play+1/4PB
Price
Additional Information
The TEAC A-6700 is a high-grade, professional reel-to-reel tape deck designed primarily for studio and mastering applications, and was considered a top choice for mastering engineers and broadcasters, especially in Japan. Here’s a detailed technical overview:
Key Technical Features
Track Format: 2-track, 2-channel (stereo) for recording/mastering; compatible 4-track playback head for versatility in tape review.
Tape Speeds: Selectable 38cm/s (15IPS) and 19cm/s (7.5IPS), offering a balance of sound quality and tape length.
Reel Size Support: Handles 10.5-inch (NAB standard) and 7-inch reels, ensuring suitability for long-format sessions and professional tapes.
Number of Heads: 4-head configuration—erase, record, playback (2-track), and additional playback (4-track)—for easy monitoring and compatibility with different tape formats.
Head Material: High-hardness permalloy for both durability and fidelity.
Motors: Capstan uses a FG servo DC motor for precise speed stability; reels use robust eddy current motors. The machine employs a tension servo mechanism and an impedance roller to maintain constant tape tension and minimize wow & flutter