Sony TC-388-4 Deluxe Quadradial

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In Pristine Condition. Repackaged in original, opened box. Probably used once. . Extras, included without cost: 2-Sony Cardioid mics F-98, a studio communication headset and an unopened Maxell 1/4" tape, 35-90 tape reel.

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Sony
TC-388-4 Deluxe Quadradial
Mid High Fidelity
Consumer
Solid State
Japan
$680
1/4 Rec/PB
3 3/4, 7 1/2
7"
3
Permalloy
Stereo
NAB
1
No
110-120v
6 / 10
7 / 10
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Description

The Sony TC 388-4 was a two-speed (3¾ and 7½ ips) four-channel, three-head tape deck featuring full control of discrete 4-channel capabilities including a variable pan pot. This enabled the user to record and “spin” the sound around the room for “spectacular” Quad effects. Other features included four illuminated VU meters, a microphone attenuator switch, a record equalisation switch for normal or SLH tape, a tape bias switch, total shut-off at end-of-tape, servo-controlled back tension and built-in reel locks for horizontal operation. The usual Sony feature of mic/line mixing was present, allowing simultaneous recording from two 4-channel sources. The headphones jack had a three position switch.

Additional Info

Year 1974
Price when new (in the USA) $680
Heads Three; erase, record and playback
Motors One
Maximum reel size 7″
Tape speeds 7½ and 3¾ ips
Frequency response ( 3dB)
7½ ips: 20Hz – 30kHz at (SLH tape) 20Hz – 25kHz (normal tape)
3¾ ips: 20Hz – 25kHz at (SLH tape) 30Hz – 19kHz (normal tape)
Wow & flutter 0.09% at 7½ ips
Signal to noise ratio 52 dB 2 dB at 7½ ips, standard tape
Rewind speed 100 seconds for 1200ft
Inputs 4 microphone, 4 line
Dimensions 16½ x 19¾ x 8¾ ” (419 x 501.6 x 225.4 mm)
Weight 34.1 lbs (15.5 Kg)