TEAC X-10 R
TEAC
Japan
Tape Deck Details
Number of Motors
3
Number of Heads
6
Head Configuration
Stereo
Wow & Flutter
0.03% WRMS at 19 cm/s (7½ ips)
Signal-to-Noise [dB]
50
Dimensions [mm]
432 x 452 x 262
Weight [kg]
20
Year built
1979-1984
Head Composition
Permalloy
Equalization
NAB
Frequency Response
30 Hz – 34,000 Hz at 19 cm/s (7½ ips)
Speed
3¾, 7½
Max Reel [inch]
10.5
Tracks
$1300
1/4 Rec/PB
Price
Additional Information
The TEAC X-10R is a high-fidelity, quarter-track, 2-channel stereo reel-to-reel tape recorder produced in Japan from 1979 to 1982. It is renowned for its robust build, bi-directional (auto-reverse) recording and playback, and excellent sound quality, making it a favorite among both amateur and professional audiophiles.
Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo, auto-reverse (bi-directional recording and playback)
Heads: 6 total (2 playback, 2 record, 2 erase) for true bi-directional operation
Motors: 3 (2 DC reel motors, 1 servo-controlled capstan motor)
Tape Speeds: 9.5 cm/s (3¾ ips) and 19 cm/s (7½ ips)
Maximum Reel Size: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)
Wow and Flutter:
0.03% WRMS at 19 cm/s (7½ ips)
0.04% WRMS at 9.5 cm/s (3¾ ips)Frequency Response:
30 Hz – 34,000 Hz at 19 cm/s (7½ ips)
30 Hz – 24,000 Hz at 9.5 cm/s (3¾ ips)Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.8% (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Crosstalk: 40–50 dB
Inputs:
Line: 60 mV (50 kΩ)
Equalization: NAB standard
Power Consumption: Max. 110 W
Dimensions (WxHxD): 432 x 452 x 262 mm (17 x 17.8 x 10.3 inches)
Weight: 20 kg (44 lbs)
Remote Control: Compatible with RC-100 wired remote
Noise Reduction: External DBX unit compatible