TEAC X-3
TEAC
Japan
Tape Deck Details
Number of Motors
3
Number of Heads
3
Head Configuration
Stereo
Wow & Flutter
0.06% at 7.5 ips
Signal-to-Noise [dB]
49
Dimensions [mm]
410 x 231 x 355
Weight [kg]
14
Year built
1980 - 1983
Head Composition
Permalloy
Equalization
NAB
Frequency Response
40Hz to 20kHz at 7.5 ips
Speed
3¾, 7½
Max Reel [inch]
7
Tracks
$550
1/4 Rec/PB
Price
User
Consumer
Additional Information
The TEAC X-3 is a solid-state, 4-track, 2-channel stereo reel-to-reel tape deck produced from 1980 to 1982. It is designed for home use and offers a straightforward set of features for recording and playback.
Track System: 4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural system
Heads: 3 heads (1 x playback, 1 x record, 1 x erase)
Motors: 3 motors (1 x capstan, 2 x reel)
Reel size: Up to 7 inch reel
Equalization: NAB
Tape speeds: 3 3⁄4 and 7 1⁄2 ips
Wow and flutter: 0.06% (7 1⁄2 ips)
Frequency response: 40Hz to 20kHz (7 1⁄2 ips)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 49dB
Total harmonic distortion: 1.5%
Input: 195mV (line), 0.25mV (mic)
Output: 0.436V (line)
Dimensions: 410 x 231 x 355
Weight: 14kg
The TEAC X-3 is a compact and user-friendly reel-to-reel tape deck suitable for home audio enthusiasts. It employs a 3-motor, 3-head configuration for reliable tape handling and recording/playback performance. The deck supports standard tape speeds and reel sizes, balancing audio quality and recording time.