Birmingham, United Kingdom
About this listing
A solid restoration project for the right enthusiast!This is the Tascam 38, a legendary 1/2" 8-track reel-to-reel recorder—highly sought after for its warm analog character and pro-level design. If you're into tape restoration, this is a prime candidate with plenty of life left in it.Condition OverviewUnit powers on and lights up as shownAll 8 VU meters light up6 of 8 VU meters respond to signal (2 are currently unresponsive—specific channels unknown)One pinch roller is missing; the other engages when poweredBelt needs replacing (not functioning internally)The TASCAM logo head cover (usually covering the play/record heads) is missing, exposing the headsA few panel screws and button caps missingCosmeticallyFront panel is generally intact but shows wear (scratches, scuffs); knobs and meters mostly completeRear panel: All main ports appear intact; fuse cap is present; minor rust/discoloration on some screws and the metal case edgesSold AS-IS for restoration or parts—not fully testedThese decks are becoming harder to find, especially in repairable condition with most components present. With some parts and know-how, this could be a rewarding project or parts donor.Price: £595 or best sensible offerPickup only from Birmingham, Quinton – it's a large, heavy unit and needs careful handling.Feel free to reach out for more details or additional photos. Open to reasonable offers from serious vintage audio fans.
Original Price€786.49
30% price drop
New Price€551.45
+ €604.99 Shipping
