Studer A80-R fitted with Butterfly Heads mid-80s

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Studer A80-R Master Recorder – Two-Track with Butterfly Heads (Fully Functional)
The Studer A80-R stands as one of the most celebrated professional tape recorders ever made, and this particular unit – fitted with the highly sought-after Butterfly heads – represents the pinnacle of its lineage. Revered in mastering rooms and top studios worldwide, the A80 combines unmatched Swiss precision, legendary reliability, and a sound quality that has come to define the golden age of analog recording.
The addition of Butterfly heads makes this machine truly exceptional. Known for their superior tape contact and extended head life, they deliver unparalleled frequency response, low distortion, and an openness of sound that has earned them legendary status among recording engineers and audiophiles alike.
Highlights:
Model: Studer A80-R, two-track master recorder
Head Configuration: Factory-fitted Butterfly heads – ultra-rare, extended life, and superior sonic performance
Condition: Fully functional, meticulously maintained, and ready for professional or audiophile use
Sound Quality: Classic Studer warmth and transparency, with the added refinement and detail of the Butterfly head design
Heritage: A true icon of analog history, used in the world’s greatest studios to capture landmark recordings
This machine is not only a benchmark of analog excellence but also a collector’s treasure. To own a Studer A80-R with Butterfly heads is to possess one of the most desirable and enduring pieces of audio engineering ever created.
For the serious studio, archivist, or collector, this is more than a recorder – it is an instrument of history, capable of delivering the most authentic and breathtaking analog sound.

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Slightly negotiable.

Shipping worldwide in a customised professional wooden crate