TEAC X-300R

The TEAC X-300R is a solid-state, mid-high fidelity, 4-track, 2-channel stereo reel-to-reel tape deck produced from 1983 to 1991. It is an auto-reverse version of the TEAC X-300, designed for consumer and audiophile use with a good balance of features and affordability.

Track and Head System

• 4-track, 2-channel stereo system (quarter-track format).

• Three heads: one erase, one record, and one playback head made of permalloy.

• Uses a 4-channel playback head configuration to enable auto-reverse playback by switching between tracks 1 & 3 (forward) and 2 & 4 (reverse).

Tape Transport and Motors

• Three motors: one DC servo motor driving the capstan and two induction reel motors for tape tension and winding.

• Tape speeds: 3¾ ips (9.5 cm/s) and 7½ ips (19 cm/s).

• Supports 5- and 7-inch reels (maximum reel size 7").

• Wow and flutter: approximately 0.06% at 7½ ips.

• Rewind time: about 120 seconds for 1800 feet of tape.

Frequency Response and Sound Quality

• Frequency response: 40 Hz to 20 kHz at 7½ ips (±3 dB).

• Signal-to-noise ratio: 51 dB.

• Total harmonic distortion: about 1.5%.

• Crosstalk: approximately 50 dB at 1 kHz.

• Bias frequency: 100 kHz.

• Compatible with EE (Extra Efficiency) tapes for extended performance.

Inputs and Outputs

• Line input: 60 mV, 50 kΩ impedance.

• Microphone input: 0.25 mV, -72 dB sensitivity, 200 Ω or higher impedance.

• Line output: 0.45 V for 10 kΩ load.

• Headphone output: 8 Ω.

• Connectors: RCA for line and mic I/O.

Additional Features

• Auto-reverse playback and repeat reverse function (playback only).

• Timer record/play capability.

• Mic/line mixing capability.

• Four-digit tape counter for position tracking.

• Front-panel headphone and microphone jacks.

• Compact dimensions: 410 x 326 x 231 mm (16.1 x 12.8 x 9.1 inches).

• Weight: approximately 15 kg (33 lbs).

• Sound quality rating around 6/10, with moderate long-term reliability.