Technical Details
Brand: Sony
Model:SONY TC-777S-4J
Category:Mid High Fidelity
Application:Consumer
Electronics:Solid State
Equalization:NAB
Country of Manufacture:Japan
Release dates:1962 - 1966
Original Price: $699
Tracks:1/4 Rec/PB
Speeds: 3 3/4, 7 1/2
Max Reel Size("): 7"
Number of heads: 3
Dimension: 17.6" X 8.7" X 17.9"
Head Composition: Permalloy
Head Configuration: Stereo
# Motors: 3
Auto Reverse?:No
Voltage(s): Multi
Frequency Response:7½ ips: 30Hz - 17kHz; 3¾ ips: 30Hz - 10kHz (all 3 dB)
Wow and Flutter:less than 0.15% at 7½ ips RMS
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:more than 50dB
Sound quality rating:5 / 10
Long-term reliability rating: 9/ 10
Weight: 42 LBS
Additional Details
Description
This vintage Sony TC-777 S-4J reel-to-reel tape recorder is a rare find from the 60s. With its professional stereocorder capabilities, it is perfect for collectors and audio enthusiasts alike. Made in Japan, this unit is a one-of-a-kind piece that can provide high-quality recording and playback. Included with the tape recorder are 2 microphones and a remote playing unit. Also included is the tape recorder users manual, service manual and operating accessories.
Below is a description of this tape recorder from the website: reel-reel.com
Description from reel-reel.com:
The TC-777 was (according to SONY) Japan’s first all-transistorized tape recorder. The TC-777S was an enhanced TC-777 model of this all-transistorised stereo tape deck developed from the 1961 TC-777. It also was a semi-professional, half-track mono recorder with three heads, three motors and two operating speeds. The deck was available in half-track (777-S2) or quarter-track (777-S4) versions. Complete with carrying case and remote control, the TC777-4J cost $ 695 in 1965 being an amateur recordist. Replay characteristics were to NARTB specifications and the transport controls were via solenoid-operated push-buttons with an optional remote
control facility. Price when new (USA) was $595.00 for either version.
The controls had a very solid feel about them and for 1963 this was a sophisticated piece of equipment. The tape transport mechanism was mounted on a die-cast aluminum block to maintain precision tolerances.