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.
- Production
- 1966
- Condition
- 9/10
- Serial No.
- 219485
- Orig. MSRP
- $499.50
- Restoration
- 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
- Factory 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.
- Documentation
Teac A-4010SL Service Manual
- The History of Teac
- TEAC Corporation was originally founded as Tokyo Television Acoustic Company on August 26th, 1953 by two brothers, Katsuma and Tomoma Tani. In 1956 the two brothers founded Tokyo Electro-Acoustic Company, finally merging those firms in 1964 to form today’s TEAC Corporation. TEAC’s very first original production model, the TD-102, went on sale in April 1957. And here’s the story behind it:...
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- 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.
- Stock No.
- 8269605863645
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.
Production
1966
Condition
9/10
Serial No.
219485
Orig. MSRP
$499.50
Restoration
- 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
Factory 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.
Documentation
Teac A-4010SL Service Manual
The History of Teac
TEAC Corporation was originally founded as Tokyo Television Acoustic Company on August 26th, 1953 by two brothers, Katsuma and Tomoma Tani. In 1956 the two brothers founded Tokyo Electro-Acoustic Company, finally merging those firms in 1964 to form today’s TEAC Corporation. TEAC’s very first original production model, the TD-102, went on sale in April 1957. And here’s the story behind it:...
[ Read More ]
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.
Stock No.
8269605863645
