Technical Details
Brand: Ferguson Electronics
Model:3212
Category:Vintage
Application:Consumer
Electronics:Solid State
Equalization:NAB
Country of Manufacture:USA
Release dates:1965 - 1968
Tracks:1/4 Rec/PB
Speeds: 1 7/8, 3 3/4
Max Reel Size("): 5"
Number of heads: 2
Head Composition: Permalloy
Head Configuration: Mono - Full Track
Auto Reverse?:No
Voltage(s): 220-240v
Frequency Response:(all 5 dB): 3¾ ips: 80Hz - 10kHz
Wow and Flutter:better than 0.2% RMS
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:40dB
Sound quality rating:4 / 10
Long-term reliability rating: 5/ 10
Additional Details
Description
These three recorders were three of several Thorn Group models to utilize Thorn’s new DB42 Mk II tape deck.
The 3208 & 3212 were identical except for their external finish, the 3208 came in a rugged portable case with handle while the 3212 was designed to blend in with home hi-fi equipment and was mounted in a wooden plinth.
Reels of up to 5¾ . inches could be accommodated and facilities included auto-stop, EM87 electron beam level indicator, cross-track recording and facility for stereo playback with an external amplifier.
A key feature of the Mk II deck was the use of solenoid switching via light-touch press tabs for transport functions. This permitted the use of a remote control which was available as an optional extra.
Additional Info
Audio output power: 3 watts / Speaker: 7 x 3½ ” / Inputs: microphone., radio & pick-up / Dimensions: 14 x 12½ x 6¾ .” (356 x 318 x 171 mm) / Weight: 19 lbs (8.6 kg) / quarter-track mono (accessory amp available to convert to stereo)