Nakamichi 1000

3 Head Cassette System

The Nakamichi 1000 represents a major breakthrough in tape recorder technology. For the first time, a cassette machine offers the kind of performance and reliability normally associated with reel to reel recorders.

Starting from scratch, Nakamichi engineers have completely discarded all of the misguided notions and ideas surrounding cassette recording. And in the process, they created an entirely new system, the Tri-Tracer, that solves most of the problems previously associated with recording in the cassette format. The heart of the Tri-Tracer System is a true three head configuration with separate erase, record and playback heads. As a result, the 1000 not only offers professional off the tape monitoring, but more importantly extends high frequency response to beyond 20,000 Hz. Unconditional speed stability together with low wow & flutter are assured by a two motor tape transport that features a closed loop, Dual Capstan System with a feedback controlled D.C. motor which maintains constant speed over a wide range of line voltage and frequency variations. Superb signal to noise ratio is achieved through specially designed low noise electronics augmented by two separate noise reduction systems (Dolby NR and DNL Dynamic Noise Limiter). When used in series, noise may be reduced by more than 13 dB. A unique built in record head azimuth alignment beacon guarantees outstanding performance every time. Some notable additional features include, automatic shut-off, memory and automatic rewind, peak reading meters with an expanded 45 dB range and three separate mic inputs. The Nakamichi 1000 is demonstrably superior to anything that has gone before and literally creates a new standard of excellence.

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Connectivity 3 Microphone Inputs DIN Input/Output Connector Headphones DIN Microphone Connector RCA Input/Output Connectors Ground Terminal Wired Remote Control AC Power Cord / Plug Head Configuration 3 Head Design 4 Track / 2 Channel Noise Reduction DNL Noise Reduction Dolby-B Noise Reduction MPX Filter Calibration 400Hz Test Tone Manual Azimuth Calibration Alignment Beacon Manual Level Calibration Display 3-Digit Mechanical Counter Analog Needle Meters Operation Memory Stop Pitch Control Real-Time Tape Monitoring Full Logic Transport Control Damped Eject Transport Auto Stop Dual-Capstan Transport Belt Drive (Capstan) Mechanical Tape Loading Exterior Wood Case 19-Inch EIA Rack Mounting Front Loading Orientation Left Black Finish Preamplifier Output-Level Control Individual Input Level Controls Microphone Level Adjust (Left/Right/Blend) Tape Chrome Tape Capability Normal Tape Capability Manual Tape Type Selection Indicators Tape Run Indicator Electronics Peak Limiter General Stereo Rear Controls Voltage Switchable (Rear) Speed 1⅞ ips - 4.76 cm/s Power Requirements Alternating Current