Vintage / Teac A-4010SL // Reel To Reel / Fully Restored

One of the most iconic and recognizable open reel decks, the TEAC A-4010SL is also widely regarded as one of the most well-built. This unit was well-kept, and perhaps a testament to its workmanship, at nearly 60 years of age, needed only a tune-up. For those curious why open reel tape is so hot right now, this deck will happily explain why.

* Aluminum reels sold separately

RESTORATIONS

• Full 30-point service check
• Replaced belts
• Cleaned tape path
• Lubricated playback controls
• Verified speed, playback, and record functions
• Touched up the cabinet
• Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis

SPECS

Type   4-track stereo reel-to-reel tape recorder

Track system   auto reverse, 4-track, 2-channel, stereo system

Frequency response   30Hz to 20kHz (7½ IPS)

Signal to Noise Ratio   50dB

Heads   2x playback, 1x erase, 1x record

Motor   2x reel, 1x capstan

Reel size   up to 7 inch reel

Tape speeds   3¾, 7½ IPS

Wow and flutter   0.12% (7½ IPS)

Crosstalk   40dB

Input   80mV (line), 0.25mV (mic)

Output   0.5V (line)

Dimensions   17.38"W x 17.44"W x 8.5"D

Weight   44 lbs.

LINER NOTES

The TEAC A-4010S 4-track stereo tape deck is high quality equipment designed for the serious audiophile who desires a tape deck containing all the features required for interconnecting to a component stereo system or for expanding a console unit to provide tape recording/reproducing capabilities. The A-4010S deck has an extra playback head for automatic reverse play, eliminating the need to turn the tape over when the end of the reel is reached.