Vintage Teac X-1000R // Reel to Reel // Professionally Serviced / Cabinet Refinished

Join the open reel renaissance with the Teac X-1000R, a beautiful bidirectional reel-to-reel deck that runs the big reels. The dual-capstan drive, equipped with a servo-controlled motor, ensures minimal mechanical noise, while six heads and a microprocessor-controlled transport system elevate functionality. The Teac X-1000R is not just a recorder; it's a technological symphony for the audio connoisseur. This stunning example has been fully serviced, and includes the original dustcover.

* Aluminum reels sold separately

RESTORATIONS

• Full 30-point service check
• New belt installed
• Heads cleaned
• Burnished record/play switches
• Adjusted record and play azimuth
• Speed tested
• Cabinet refinished
• Includes new aluminum NAB adapters
• Cleaned controls, switches, and internal electronics
• Exterior detailed

SPECS

Type   Open Reel Stereo Tape Recorder

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

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

Motor   2x reel, 1x capstan

Reel size   up to 10.5 inch reel

Tape speeds   3¾, 7½ ips

Wow and flutter   0.03% (7½ ips)

Frequency response   30Hz to 34kHz (7½ ips)

Signal to Noise Ratio   50dB

Total harmonic distortion   0.8%

Input   60mV (line), 0.25mV (mic)

Output   0.45V (line)

Includes   Dust cover (slight crack)

Dimensions   17"W x 17.80"H x 10.31"D

Weight   48.5 lbs.

LINER NOTES

The Teac X-1000R is a versatile bidirectional open-reel recorder accommodating both conventional and EE tapes up to 10-1/2 inches. Featuring a dbx Type II noise-reduction system, it operates at 7-1/2 or 3-3/4 ips in the regular home-stereo quarter-track format. The dual-capstan drive employs a servo-controlled motor, minimizing mechanical noise. Six heads (erase, record, and playback for each direction) and a microprocessor-controlled transport system enhance functionality. The electronic tape counter offers versatile time readouts, and additional features include high-speed search options, LED indicators, and controls for inputs, outputs, and playback speed. The rear panel includes standard connectors and options for Dupli-Sync and remote control.