TEAC A-7030 GSL

The TEAC A-7030GSL is a professional-grade reel-to-reel tape deck from 1972, notable for its robust transport mechanism and high-quality audio performance, designed to rival established professional brands.

• Track System:
  Auto-reverse operation with 4-track, 2-channel stereo format.
  Equipped with multiple heads: 1 four-track playback head, 2 two-track playback heads, 2 two-track record heads, and 2 erase heads, allowing flexible recording and playback options.

• Tape Speeds:
  Two standard speeds: 7½ ips (19 cm/s) and 15 ips (38 cm/s).

• Motors:
  Three motors total: one dual-speed hysteresis synchronous capstan motor and two six-pole eddy current reel motors, ensuring precise and stable tape transport.

• Reel Size:
  Supports large reels up to 10½ inches diameter, suitable for long playback and professional use.

• Frequency Response:
  25 Hz to 26 kHz, offering very wide and flat frequency reproduction.

• Wow and Flutter:
  0.04%, indicating excellent tape speed stability and minimal pitch variation.

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
  Approximately 60 dB.

• Total Harmonic Distortion:
  Around 1%.

• Inputs and Outputs:
  Line input sensitivity: 100 mV
  Microphone input sensitivity: 0.25 mV
  Line output: 0.3 V (RCA connectors).

• Build and Design:
  Heavy-duty transport with solenoid operation.
  High-density ferrite heads for durability and sound quality.
  Dual system automatic reverse using phase sensing signal or foil-operated tape end detection.
  Independent circuits for recording, monitoring, VU meter amplification, and playback.
  Two-level bias selection for conventional and low noise/high output tapes.
  Dual-scale VU meters and individual mic/line amplifiers with level controls.
  Designed for horizontal or vertical operation.
  Power consumption around 150W, weight approximately 28 kg (61.6 lbs).
  Dimensions roughly 447 x 536 x 240 mm.