Nakamichi ZX-9

Discrete Head Cassette Deck

Nakamichi ZX-9

Designed for the advanced cassette enthusiast, permitting him to realize the full performance potential of each tape used. Minimum wow/flutter with a superb DD transport.

Left channel bias, right channel bias, left channel record/playback level, right channel record/playback level, and record head azimuth. All these parameters can be precisely calibrated to utilize the full performance potential of each tape used. These calibration controls are geared strictly to optimizing reproduction performance not to mere "tweaking" as in some decks. Another important feature of the ZX-9 is that it is Nakamichi's first direct drive model. A specially developed Super Linear Torque DD motor obviates the problems of conventional direct drive systems while achieving an almost incredible 0.022% wow and flutter figure, and a microcomputer controlled real time mechanism control system provides exceptional operational smoothness and stability.

Features For Sale
  • Operation
    • Cue "Rocking"
    • Tape Start Memory
    • Timer Recording/Playback
    • Memory Play
    • Memory Stop
    • Punch-In Recording
    • Real-Time Tape Monitoring
    • Record Mute
    • Cue / Review
    • Full Logic Transport Control
    • 2-Speed Cueing
    • Electronic Master Fader
    • Damped Eject
  • Calibration
    • 15kHz Test Tone
    • 400Hz Test Tone
    • Manual Azimuth Calibration
    • Manual Bias Calibration
    • Manual Level Calibration
  • Noise Reduction
    • Dolby-B Noise Reduction
    • Dolby-C Noise Reduction
    • Double Dolby NR Circuits
    • MPX Filter
  • Preamplifier
    • Output-Level Control
    • Individual Input Level Controls
  • Transport
    • Pressure Pad Lifter
    • Dual-Capstan Transport
    • Slack-Tape Takeup
    • Direct Drive (Capstan)
    • Mechanical Tape Loading
    • Auto Shutoff
    • Multi Motor Mechanism
    • Idler Drive (Reel)
    • Belt Drive (Mechanism)
  • Display
    • 4-Digit Digital Counter
    • Digital Peak-Reading Meters
  • Connectivity
    • Headphones
    • RCA Input/Output Connectors
    • Wired Remote Control
    • Din DC Power Output For BlackBox Series
    • AC Power Cord / Plug
  • Head Configuration
    • 3 Head Design
    • Seperate Record and Playback Heads
    • 4 Track / 2 Channel
  • Tape
    • Manual Tape Equalization
    • Chrome Tape Capability
    • Normal Tape Capability
    • Metal Tape Capability
    • Manual Tape Type Selection
  • Special Finish
    • Gold Plated Input/Output Jacks
  • Electronics
    • Double NF Record And Play Amplifiers
    • Record Protection
  • Indicators
    • Record
    • Illuminated Cassette Compartment
    • Fast Forward
    • Play
    • Pause
    • Stop
    • Rewind
    • Chrome Tape
    • Metal Tape
    • Normal Tape
    • Fader Down
    • Fader Up
  • Exterior
    • Front Loading
    • Orientation Left
    • Black Finish
  • General
    • Stereo
  • Speed
    • 1⅞ ips - 4.76 cm/s
  • Power Requirements
    • Alternating Current