Sony TC-K22 2-Head Single Stereo Cassette Deck TC K 222 1980

Manufactured between 1980 and 1982, the Sony TC-K22 cassette deck looks basic but when you use it you realise it's more than what you think. Simplicity always wins. This is true for both the design and the technical solution inside the metal case. The deck has a Tri-Duty DC Servo Motor that provides decent audio performance. It’s equipped with the Sony SD-head that sounds clear and dynamic. The playback is stabile, the machine rewinds and fast forwards really quick. The VU-meters are widened and friendly lit. The tape selector differs Type-I, FeCr, CrO2 and Metal tapes types. It's been a very nice experience recording with it. A truly lovable deck.

This is a completely restored, cleaned and tested piece in excellent condition as seen in the photos and in video, all functions work properly.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Sony Corporation; Tokyo

Model: TC-K 22

Serial No: 534281

Type: Cassette Tape Deck

Years of manufacture: 1980 - 1982

Manufactured in: Korea

Dimensions (WHD): 430 x 100 x 270 mm

Net weight: 4.5 kg

Technical Data

Alternating Current supply (AC): 220 Volt

Material: Metal case

Shape: Book-shelf unit

Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck

Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo

Tape Speed: 4.75 cm/s

Heads: 1 x Record / Playback, 1 x erase

Tape Type: Type-I, FeCr, CrO2, Metal

Noise Reduction: Dolby-B

Frequency Response:

with TYPE IV (Metallic) 20Hz to 16kHz  (30Hz to 15kHz DIN)

with TYPE III (Fe-Cr) 20Hz to 16kHz  (30Hz to 15kHz DIN)

with TYPE II (EHF) 20Hz to 15kHz  (30Hz to 14kHz DIN)

with TYPE I (BHF) 20Hz to 14kHz  (30Hz to 12.5kHz DIN)

Signal to Noise Ratio: 58dB at peak level - Dolby Off

Improved by 5dB at 1kHz, 10dB above 5kHz - Dolby On

Wow and Flutter: 0.07% WRMS

Total Harmonic Distortion: 1.0%

Bias Frequency: 105kHz

Input: 77.5mV (line), 0.25mV (mic)

Output: 0.435V (line)

International shipping in a hard cardboard box, carefully and safely lined.