This TEAC A-3440 is a vintage, 4-channel reel-to-reel tape recorder made between 1979 and 1985. It bridges the gap between home studios and pro recording. It is famous for its Simul-Sync feature, which allows musicians to overdub and record new tracks while staying perfectly synced with previously recorded ones.
Key Specs & Features Track System: 4-track, 4-channel, stereo/multi-channel. Reel Size: Up to 10.5-inch reels. Tape Speeds: 7.5 and 15 inches per second (ips).
Motors: 3 total (2 for reels, 1 capstan to pull the tape).Wow and Flutter: 0.04% at 15 ips (very low, meaning highly stable speed).
Heads: 3 heads (1 erase, 1 record, 1 playback).What Makes It Special? Simul-Sync: This lets you use the record head as a playback head for a previously recorded track. It eliminates the time delay that normally happens when playing back from a different head, keeping all tracks perfectly aligned.
Pro Speed: The 15 ips speed gives you professional-quality mastering with a fantastic frequency response.
Independent Controls: Each of the 4 channels has its own independent input and output controls, making it a powerful tool for creative home recording. Comes with empty reel and case, 12' 4 channel patch cord, Owners manual, two Ampex 3600 10.5" new unopened tapes and one Maxell 50-120 10.5" unopened unused tape. I have had this machine professionally maintained during the time I've owned it. Prefer to sell locally, this unit is heavy and freight is expensive. I can work out transporting within a reasonable distance. $1,250.00 or best reasonable offer. Thanks for looking