Nakamichi 680ZX

Discrete Head Cassette Deck

Nakamichi 680ZX

The Nakamichi 680ZX incorporates features and performance that heretofore were mere wishful thinking. Now they are reality!

At standard speed, response f rom 10 Hz to 22,000 Hz ±3 dB, and, in its exclusive half speed mode, it encompasses the full 10 Hz to 15,000 Hz band with equal precision. Record FM even most records at half speed without losing a thing! Double the playing time of your tapes three full hours on an ordinary C-90! Discrete 3 Head Technology, Auto Azimuth Alignment, Off Tape Monitoring, 18 Program RAMM, and the world's most advanced FL Display truly the hallmarks of a unique recorder!

Features For Sale
  • Connectivity
    • Headphones
    • RCA Input/Output Connectors
    • Wired Remote Control
    • Din DC Power Output For BlackBox Series
  • Head Configuration
    • 3 Head Design
    • Seperate Record and Playback Heads
    • 4 Track / 2 Channel
  • Noise Reduction
    • Dolby-B Noise Reduction
    • Double Dolby NR Circuits
    • MPX Filter
  • Calibration
    • 400Hz Test Tone
    • Auto Azimuth Calibration
    • Manual Level Calibration
  • Preamplifier
    • Output-Level Control
    • Individual Input Level Controls
    • Master Record Level Control
  • Operation
    • Timer Recording/Playback
    • Memory Stop
    • Pitch Control
    • Real-Time Tape Monitoring
    • Record Mute
    • Full Logic Transport Control
    • Music Scan
    • 2-Speed Cueing
    • Damped Eject
    • Removable Well Cover
  • Speed
    • 15/16 ips - 2.38 cm/s
    • 1⅞ ips - 4.76 cm/s
  • Transport
    • Pressure Pad Lifter
    • Dual-Capstan Transport
    • Slack-Tape Takeup
    • Belt Drive (Capstan)
    • Mechanical Tape Loading
    • Auto Shutoff
    • Multi Motor Mechanism
    • Idler Drive (Reel)
    • Belt Drive (Mechanism)
    • Belt Drive (Azimuth Adjustment)
  • Display
    • 3-Digit Mechanical Counter
    • Peak Hold
    • Digital Peak-Reading Meters
    • Meters Peak / VU Switchable
    • Track Indicator
  • Exterior
    • 19-Inch EIA Rack Mounting
    • Front Loading
    • Orientation Left
    • Black Finish
  • Tape
    • 2-Position Equalization Selector
    • Chrome Tape Capability
    • Normal Tape Capability
    • Metal Tape Capability
    • Manual Tape Type Selection
  • Indicators
    • Illuminated Cassette Compartment
  • Electronics
    • Double NF Record And Play Amplifiers
  • General
    • Stereo
  • Power Requirements
    • Alternating Current