Tape Trail

Then it is also likely 2-track

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Victor Khomenko

In Reply to: RE: Should be a sticker... posted by Coner on July 02, 2022 at 10:10:26

Take a look at the heads, you should be able to tell whether they are 2 or 4 track.

To me a High Speed model is more desirable, but of course everyone has different objectives.

So this might not be the ideal machine for you, in which case selling it and buying what you really need might be a smart move.

Again... it all depends on your objectives.

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RE: Then it is also likely 2-track - Coner 23:14:59 07/02/22 (8)
See 2 stripes or bands in the center of heads, so 2-track I guess.
- RE: Then it is also likely 2-track - Victor Khomenko 06:05:32 07/03/22 (7)
  They both have two "stripes" but they have different sizes and spaces, you can find many explanations on line, like here:
  - 2 or 4? (Open in New Window)
  - RE: Then it is also likely 2-track - Coner 09:55:41 07/03/22 (6)
    Looks like the 2 track diagram, both bands in the middle. Guess not playing any pre-recorded commercial tapes.
    - 4-track machines are not hard to buy - Victor Khomenko 16:18:57 07/03/22 (5)
      There are also 2-track pre-recorded tapes, but not too many.
      
      Since you already have the Sony, you should be all set.
      - I'd use the TC-558 for that uses I imagine. Thx for your guidance ~nt - Coner 19:06:02 07/03/22 (4)
        
        In Reply to: RE: 4-track machines are not hard to buy posted by Victor Khomenko on July 03, 2022 at 16:18:57
        
        nt
        
        One more thing to consider... - kootenay 08:13:41 07/05/22 (3)
        
        In Reply to: RE: I'd use the TC-558 for that uses I imagine. Thx for your guidance ~nt posted by Coner on July 03, 2022 at 19:06:02
        
        Depending on how it was used and how often you may need to look at the tape brake component to make sure that they are functioning properly. How to troubleshoot if they need a replacement is when you notice the tape starts to spill over when you pushed the stop button during playing and or rewinding the tape. Also, the end of the tape sensor wore out over time, other than that this is a great machine to refurbish/restore.
        
        Edits: 07/05/22
        
        RE: One more thing to consider... - Coner 21:38:14 07/06/22 (2)
        
        In Reply to: RE: One more thing to consider... posted by kootenay on July 05, 2022 at 08:13:41
        
        Yes, was reading that...replace nylon pads with felt, etc.
        
        RE: One more thing to consider... - kootenay 12:42:16 07/07/22 (1)
        
        In Reply to: RE: One more thing to consider... posted by Coner on July 06, 2022 at 21:38:14
        
        Here's a pic of Revox A77's worn-out brake parts.
        
        RE: One more thing to consider... - Coner 17:01:56 07/07/22 (0)
        
        In Reply to: RE: One more thing to consider... posted by kootenay on July 07, 2022 at 12:42:16
        
        I have not looked inside just yet. The two black center knobs are missing, and not sure the other two are orig....don't match. Trying to source those.
        The clear outer knobs are intact. Also missing the red speaker on/off button. The for./rev.and play hub action seem good, but capstan not really into it.It turns freely, but not near fast enough. This is with no tape threaded on it.
        
        Edits: 07/07/22

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