Fostex A8-LR 8 Track 1/4 Inch Tape Machine; 15 IPS w/ Snake, NOS 457 Reels & Anvil Case 1980's

For sale today we have the highly underrated Fostex A8 LR 8 track 1/4 inch tape recorder with vintage Anvil case, 8 channel HOSA snake, 3 NOS unopened reels of AMPEX 457, original manual, and take up reel. This is a fantastic deal for the analog enthusiast. This little guy packs a mean and big analog punch despite being little larger than a lunchbox. The LR version cost 500 dollars more in the early 1980's than the standard A8 as you can record all tracks at once and there are 8 outs instead of a 4 out buss (which is very important especially if being dumped as stems to a Digital Audio Workstation).

The comparable Tascam 388's are only 7.5 IPS (and are going now for 1500 dollars) ; this machine is pro-level 15 for high quality recording. Extremely easy access calibration to different bias tapes and onboard true VU meters. Heads are in excellent condition and this unit is in fantastic shape overall; no detectable wow/flutter. The heads have just been demagged with an Annis Han-D-Mag, rubbers and heads cleaned.

 All 8 channels record and fast forward/rewind/transport is working as it should. The manual is complete with unregistered tags and in mint condition. Fantastic little mobile recording rig. Of note the anvil case is quite large and heavy so shipping will be set at a flat 59 dollars domestic. Thanks for looking and good luck!