TEAC X-10 R MKII

The TEAC X-10R MKII is a high-fidelity, quarter-track, 4-track 2-channel stereo reel-to-reel tape deck produced in Japan between 1979 and 1984. It is an improved version of the X-10R with enhancements in tape transport and control systems.

• Track Format: 4-track, 2-channel stereo quarter-track system

• Heads: 6 heads total — 2 erase, 2 record, 2 playback (allowing bi-directional recording and playback)

• Motors: 3 motors — 1 servo-controlled capstan motor and 2 slotless DC reel motors

• Tape Speeds: 19 cm/s (7½ ips) and 9.5 cm/s (3¾ ips) with ±0.5% speed accuracy

• Wow and Flutter:
  0.03% WRMS at 19 cm/s
  0.04% WRMS at 9.5 cm/s

• Frequency Response:
  30 Hz to 34 kHz at 19 cm/s
  30 Hz to 24 kHz at 9.5 cm/s

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Approximately 50 dB (weighted)

• Distortion: Less than 0.8% at 1 kHz, 0 dB

• Crosstalk Attenuation: About 50 dB

• Cancellation Attenuation: 75 dB at 19 cm/s

• Maximum Reel Size: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

• Inputs:
  Line: 60 mV, 50 kΩ
  Microphone: 0.775 mV, 10 kΩ

• Outputs:
  Line output: 436 mV / 10 kΩ (max 0.869 V)
  Headphones: 48.9 mV / 8 Ω

• Power Consumption: Maximum 110 W

• Dimensions (WxHxD): 432 x 452 x 262 mm (17 x 17.8 x 10.3 inches)

• Weight: Approximately 20 kg (44 lbs)

• Equalization: NAB standard

• Additional Features:
  Auto-reverse with six heads for continuous playback and recording in both directions
  Dual capstan drive for stable tape tension and reduced wow/flutter
  Logic control with touch-sensitive buttons
  4-digit tape counter
  Mic/line mixing capability
  Record mute function
  Two large, base-lit VU meters
  ±6% pitch control
  Timer operation and track record select for multi-tracking
  Electronic tape tension control (Tension Servo)
  Dupli Sync connection for controlling a second TEAC deck (X-2000/1000)
  Remote control via cable (RC-100)
  External DBX noise reduction unit compatibility