NEW LISTING 10/24/18
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE CHANNEL MASTER 8-TRACK
CHANNEL MASTER MODEL 6644
8-TRACK PLAY / RECORD DECK
#...4246
 Circa late 70's
SOLD 6/16/2021
SHIPPING TO PAUL IN ILLINOIS

ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit cleaning inside and out, cleaning out ‘gelled’ lubes (a ‘MUST DO’ on all pre-owned / vintage tape decks) and re-lubricating mechanism, investing over 6.5 hours of tech time

ü Heads have been cleaned and entire transport has been de-magnetized.

ü Main drive belt has been replaced for trouble free service (after original had turned to 'goo' as many do).

ü Internal, linear record switch flooded with cleaner to eliminate 'motor boating' and other common issues.

ü Track indicator contacts burnished.

ü All track indicators, while 'dim' function.

ü Head elevator cleaned and re-lubed.

ü Capstan bushing cleaned and re-lubed.

ü Head azimuth & track cross-talk adjusted for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance) utilizing RCA #356 and 8TSC-101, Aspen 'Deck Tester' and Audio-Tex 30-312 Test / Alignment tapes, a dual trace Oscilloscope and frequency counter.

ü Internal PB, REC and METER PC Pots cleaned and adjusted for 0dB with Oscilloscope.

ü Floor noise measured @ -60dBm.

ü Speed checked at 99.99% accuracy! (1k = 1001Hz)

ü Checked for 'WOW' and 'Flutter' by recording test tones and dynamic piano cuts. Piano even sounds fairly decent and that's a difficult thing to do with an 8-track 'cartridge' tape deck.

ü Deck has clear sounding highs even when using pre-recorded tapes. 'Technician Note', "This is among the best sounding decks for playback we've restored".

ü Looks good and other than the above mentioned tape counter, ALL works GREAT!
Total tech time in this deck 6.5+ hours.
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Great quality 8-track cartridge play / record deck. We recorded from a CD onto a new 8-track cartridge and it sounded as good as a cassette and many Reel to Reels! Quality tape transport.
Great for making "new" 8-track tapes for listening in your vintage or muscle car. All functions work great.

CHANNEL MASTER 6644 FEATURES:
 
- Dual, analog VU level meters
- Locking Fast Forward (2.5x speed)
- Auto-Stop after end of each track or Continuous play. Invaluable when archiving large 8-track libraries. This feature coupled with a "Locking" Fast Forward are must haves for that use. Auto-Stop works on 'record' as well.
- Repeat & Pause Lock
- Front-mounted, separate Left and Right level controls the input recording signal. These also control the playback level to match audio level precisely to your playback equipment inputs
- Dual level 'Pad / Attenuator' switch for input signal located on rear panel
- Dual 1/8" microphone inputs mounted on the front panel
- 1/4" Headphone output mounted on the front panel
 
Again, unit looks and works great and is ready to use! (Tape cartridge shown in photos not included with deck). Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty. Measures 15.25" wide x 10" deep x 4.25" high and weighs 9 lbs unpacked. 
CHANNEL MASTER 6644
Cond. 8.5
SOLD 6/16/2021
SHIPPING TO PAUL IN ILLINOIS

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            NEW LISTING 10/25/18
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE MAGNAVOX 8-TRACK TAPE DECK / PLAYER
MAGNAVOX TF-3510
8-TRACK STEREO
PLAY TAPE DECK
#...6219
MIJ
SOLD 7/1/2020
SHIPPING TO KEN IN WASHINGTON

ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit.

ü We have completely and EXTENSIVELY gone through the mechanicals and electronics of this unit.

ü  Entire transport was disassembled down to the chassis, and every mechanical part was cleaned of "varnished" lubes and re-lubed as well as the always at issue, Pinch Roller plunge assembly, re-lubed and reassembled.

ü Main drive belt has been replaced with NEW for trouble free service.

ü Replaced bad track indicator lamps, and checked the balance for function

ü Capstan flywheel removed, cleaned, burnished and re-lubed prior to re-install. Entire transport and mechanism has been cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized.

ü Program change mechanism and indicator contacts cleaned / burnished and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. All original program now lamps work fine.

ü Replaced old, brittle, stiff RCA cables with fresh, new pair

ü Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape.

ü Head azimuth & track cross-talk adjusted for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance) utilizing RCA #356 and 8TSC-101, Aspen 'Deck Tester' and Audio-Tex 30-312 Test / Alignment tapes, a dual trace Oscilloscope and frequency counter. (one of the two aspects of why it took so many hours of tech time)

ü Track alignment adjusted to eliminate 'cross-talk' between tracks and to ensure the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance). Deck now has clear sounding highs even when using pre-recorded tapes. (one of the two aspects of why it took so many hours of tech time)

ü Speed checked afterward with factory test tape to 98.8% accuracy! (meaning in this case, that our 1000Hz test tape plays back at 1008Hz on our Freq Counter Meter)

ü Floor noise tested @ 4.1mVAC

ü Deck 'sonically' checked for WOW and Flutter with no appreciable issues

Since we also burnished the program track light contacts, they all light and are responsive. Unit works and sounds GREAT

This machine would be perfect for burning your 8-track collection to CD. Cosmetically decent, except for a couple of 'dings' on the top edge of the face plate. See above photos).
Total tech time in this deck 8!!! hours.

....

SOLD 7/1/2020
SHIPPING TO KEN IN WASHINGTON
 

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              NEW LISTING 10/25/18
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE MASTERWORK STEREO / QUADRAPHONIC 8-TRACK TAPE DECK / PLAYER
MASTERWORK 305 QUAD
8-TRACK STEREO / QUADRAPHONIC
PLAY TAPE DECK
#...1665
MIJ
SOLD 8/31/20
SHIPPING TO CHRISTINE IN NJ


ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit.

ü We have completely and EXTENSIVELY gone through the mechanicals and electronics of this unit.

ü  Entire transport was disassembled down to the chassis, and every mechanical part was cleaned of "varnished" lubes and re-lubed as well as the always at issue, Pinch Roller plunge assembly, re-lubed and reassembled.

ü Main drive belt has been replaced with NEW for trouble free service.

ü Replaced bad track indicator lamps, and checked the balance for function

ü Capstan flywheel removed, cleaned, burnished and re-lubed prior to re-install. Entire transport and mechanism has been cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized.

ü Program change mechanism and indicator contacts cleaned / burnished and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. All original program now lamps work fine.

ü Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape.

ü Head azimuth & track cross-talk adjusted for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance) utilizing RCA #356 and 8TSC-101, Aspen 'Deck Tester' and Audio-Tex 30-312 Test / Alignment tapes, a dual trace Oscilloscope and frequency counter.

ü Track alignment adjusted to eliminate 'cross-talk' between tracks and to ensure the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance). Deck now has clear sounding highs even when using pre-recorded tapes.

ü Speed checked afterward with factory test tape to 98.1% accuracy! (meaning in this case, that our 1000Hz test tape plays back at 1019Hz on our Freq Counter Meter)

ü Floor noise tested to -60dBm

ü Deck 'sonically' checked for WOW and Flutter with no appreciable issues

Since we also burnished the program track light contacts, they all light and are responsive. Unit works and sounds GREAT

This machine would be perfect for burning your 8-track collection to CD. Cosmetically decent, except for a couple of 'dings' on the top edge of the face plate. See above photos).
Total tech time in this deck 5.5 hours.

...


SOLD 8/31/20
SHIPPING TO CHRISTINE IN NJ
 

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NEW LISTING 1/1/19
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warranty
VINTAGE PANASONIC STEREO RECEIVER / 8-TRACK TAPE
PANASONIC RA-6800
AM/FM STEREO RECEIVER / 8-TRACK DECK

SOLD
 

  

         

 

NEW ADDITION 8/22/11
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warranty
PANASONIC
8-TRACK CARTRIDGE STEREO
STEREO PLAY TAPE DECK
MODEL RS-801US
#...8221
MIJ
SOLD 12/22/11
We have completely gone through it cleaning all and adjusting the head azimuth & track cross-talk for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance). Head azimuth, track alignment, signal phase and internal output level pots all adjusted utilizing dual-trace oscilloscope and factory test tone tape. Internal playback pots also adjusted w/ O-scope. Entire transport and mechanism has been disassembled, cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized. Program change mechanism / elevator re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. Capstan motor completely disassembled, cleaned and re-lubed. Flywheel / Capstan removed, cleaned, burnished / retextured and re-lubed. Flywheel thrust plate bearing surface cleaned and re-greased. New, main drive belt installed for trouble-free service. All original track indicator lamps work fine and respond to program / track changes. Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape. Only issues are some scuffs on the top edge of the face plate trim (see above photos). This machine would be good for burning your stereo 8-track collection to CD or simply for listening to your stereo tapes. Tape speed tested with factory 1kHz test tape for reproduction at 993Hz or 99.3%. Deck looks good and works GREAT!
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Great quality stereo 8-track cartridge playback deck. Perfect for simply listening to your tape collection or for burning them to another media format.
Features include:

- Stereo 8-track cartridge Playback
- Solenoid assisted Eject
- Track indicators
- Very heavy duty drive motor (second largest we have ever seen in a deck)

Again, have completely gone through it making ready for playback for listening to or burning your collection. Looks near NEW and works GREAT! Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty. Measures 7.5" wide x 9.5" deep x 4" high and weighs 7 lbs unpacked.
PANASONIC RS-801US
Cond. 8
SOLD 12/22/11
 

 

     



NEW ADDITION 11/9/17
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 warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE PANASONIC 8-TRACK TAPE DECK / PLAYER
PANASONIC RS-804US
8-TRACK STEREO
PLAY TAPE DECK
#...8750
  Circa 1973-79
MIJ
 for sale
SOLD 12/17/17
SHIPPING TO WASHINGTON

ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit.

ü We have completely and extensively gone through the mechanicals and electronics of this unit.

ü  Entire transport was disassembled down to the chassis, and every mechanical part was cleaned of "varnished" lubes and re-lubed as well as the always at issue, Pinch Roller plunge assembly, re-lubed and reassembled.

ü Main drive belt has been replaced with NEW for trouble free service.

ü Replaced bad track indicator lamps, and checked the balance for function

ü Capstan flywheel removed, cleaned, burnished and re-lubed prior to re-install. Entire transport and mechanism has been cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized.

ü Program change mechanism and indicator contacts cleaned / burnished and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. All original program now lamps work fine.

ü Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape.

ü Head azimuth adjusted with alignment / test tape and O-Scope for best High Frequency  and channel to channel Signal Phase.

ü Track alignment adjusted to eliminate 'cross-talk' between tracks and to ensure the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance). Deck now has clear sounding highs even when using pre-recorded tapes.

ü Speed checked afterward with factory test tape to 99.8% accuracy! (meaning in this case, that our 1000Hz test tape plays back at 1002Hz on our Freq Counter Meter)

ü Deck 'sonically' checked for WOW and Flutter with no appreciable issues

Since we also burnished the program track light contacts, they all light and are responsive. Unit works and sounds GREAT

_____________________________

This is a 'players' unit, and not going to win any beauty contests. It's got a few scratches on the top of the case, and numerous dings / dents around the edge of the front bezel (see lower, right photos above). You're paying for it's performance following the above tech time, not it's attractiveness (or lack there-of). It's for 'use'n' not 'look'n' at.

 As stated above, we have completely gone through this unit, refurbishing and then testing with amazing results for an 8-track. This machine would be perfect for burning your 'Stereo' 8-track collection to CD or computer. Sounds great!  Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty. Measures 8" wide x 10" deep x 4" high and weighs 7 lbs unpacked. 
  PANASONIC
  MODEL RS-804US
  Cond. 7 (due to scratches / dings)

SOLD 12/17/17
SHIPPING TO WASHINGTON
 

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NEW ADDITION 8/22/11
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warranty
 PANASONIC
 8-TRACK CARTRIDGE STEREO
 PLAY / RECORD DECK
 MODEL RS-805US
 WITH LOCKING FAST FORWARD! and
 'AUTO STOP'
 #...7491
 MIJ
SOLD 4/12/12
  We have completely gone through it cleaning all and adjusting the head azimuth & track cross-talk for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance). Head azimuth, track alignment, signal phase and internal output level pots all adjusted utilizing dual-trace oscilloscope and factory test tone tape, multiple factory recorded tapes and headphones. Internal playback, meter and record level pots also adjusted w/ O-scope. Entire transport and mechanism has been cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized. Program change mechanism and contacts, disassembled, cleaned and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. Flywheel / Capstan removed, cleaned, burnished / retextured and re-lubed. New, main drive belt installed for trouble-free service. All original program, meter and record lamps work fine and respond to program / track changes. Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape. Record signal path contacts burnished for static-free performance. Records VERY well at +5dB w/ 1kHz test tone on NEW Chrome Tape. This machine would be perfect for burning your 8-track collection  to CD. Tape speed tested with factory 1kHz test tape for reproduction at 1017Hz or 97.75% accuracy. Meters even w/ factory test tone tape. Meters even w/ factory test tone tape. Floor noised tested to a mere 00.1mVAC on both channels at 75% output and only 00.3mVAC at 100% output. Deck looks good and works GREAT!
  _____________________________
  
   Great quality 8-track cartridge play / record deck. This is a great deck for transferring a large amount of tapes to another media as it has two very important features. 'Locking' Fast Forward and Auto Stop. These features are used to find the beginning of track one without going past the beginning of the next track. Trying to do a lot of transfers, as a business without those two features will cost a lot of time / money!
   Features include:
   
  - Stereo Playback and Recording 
  - Back-lit, analog VU level meters
   - Separate L & R controls for Input / output level
   - Locking Fast Forward
   - Auto-Stop
    - Dual 1/8" microphone inputs mounted on the front panel
   - 1/4" Stereo Headphone jack
   - Rear mounted RCA I/O's
   
   Again, have completely gone through it making ready for playback for listening to or burning your collection. Great for burning your tape collection to another media or for recording new 8-tracks from CD or iPod for your classic Muscle Car. Looks good and works GREAT! Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty. Measures 12.5" wide x 9.5" deep x 4.5" high and weighs 9 lbs unpacked. 
   PANASONIC RS-805US
   Cond. 8.5
SOLD 4/12/12

 

    

          NEW LISTING 10/26/18
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE PANASONIC 8-TRACK CARTRIDGE TAPE DECK
8-TRACK PLAY / RECORD DECK
PANASONIC RS-806US 'BLACK FACE' VERSION
WITH FAST FORWARD! and
"AUTO STOP"
#...8646
MIJ
for sale

MAY CURRENTLY HAVE ONE FOR SALE ON THIS PAGE...
 

     

           NEW LISTING 10/25/18
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE PANASONIC 8-TRACK CARTRIDGE TAPE DECK
8-TRACK PLAY / *RECORD DECK
PANASONIC RS-806US SILVER
'VERY RARE IN SILVER-FACE' VERSION
WITH FAST FORWARD! and
"AUTO STOP"
#...3020
MIJ
SOLD 11/15/20
SHIPPING TO DENNY IN WISCONSIN

ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit.

ü We have completely and extensively gone through the mechanicals and electronics of this unit.

ü  Entire transport was disassembled down to the chassis, and every mechanical part was cleaned of "varnished" lubes and re-lubed as well as the always at issue, Pinch Roller plunge assembly, re-lubed and reassembled.

ü Main drive belt has been replaced with NEW for trouble free service.

ü Replaced bad track indicator lamps, and checked the balance for function

ü Capstan flywheel removed, cleaned, burnished and re-lubed prior to re-install. Entire transport and mechanism has been cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized.

ü Program change mechanism and indicator contacts cleaned / burnished and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. All original program indicator lamps now work fine.

ü Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape.

ü Head azimuth & track cross-talk adjusted for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance) utilizing RCA #356 and 8TSC-101, Aspen 'Deck Tester' and Audio-Tex 30-312 Test / Alignment tapes, a dual trace Oscilloscope and frequency counter.

ü Track alignment adjusted to eliminate 'cross-talk' between tracks and to ensure the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance) utilizing RCA #356 and 8TSC-101, Aspen 'Deck Tester' and Audio-Tex 30-312 Test / Alignment tapes, a dual trace Oscilloscope and frequency counter as well as our 'best' pre-recorded tapes.  Deck now has clear sounding highs even when using pre-recorded tapes.

  ü Record signal path contacts cleaned and burnished for static-free performance

ü Linear Record switch cleaned so no 'Motor Boating' effect

 ü Internal playback, meter and record level pots also adjusted w/ O-scope.

ü Speed initially measured at 95% accuracy. Following refurbishment, Speed checked with factory test tape to 99.1% accuracy! (meaning in this case, that our 1000Hz test tape plays back at 1009Hz on our Freq Counter Meter)

ü Deck 'sonically' checked for WOW and Flutter with no appreciable issues

ü Record Meters adjusted for 'even' readout and performance

ü Floor noise tested @ 00.5mVAC

Since we also burnished the program track light contacts, they all light and are responsive. Unit works and sounds GREAT!

 _____________________________
This machine would be perfect for burning your 8-track collection  to CD. *While it does record, it's a much better deck for 'Playback' as there's 'Flutter' introduced in the recording process, that does not show up with 'Playback'. Meters even w/ factory test tone tape. Deck looks great with only minor scuffs, striations mostly around the 'Headphones' jack. Works and sounds GREAT!
Total tech time in this deck 7.5+ hours.

_____________________________
  

PANASONIC RS-806 'SILVER FACE' (most of them are black)
Cond. 8.5
SOLD 11/15/20
SHIPPING TO DENNY IN WISCONSIN

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          NEW LISTING 5/25/12
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warranty
 RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE PANASONIC
 8-TRACK TAPE CARTRIDGE STEREO
 PLAY / RECORD DECK
 MODEL RS-808US
 WITH LOCKING FAST FORWARD! and
 'AUTO STOP'
 #...8624
 Circa 1978-82
 MIJ
SOLD 4/29/14
SHIPPED TO INDIANA
  Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit. We have completely and extensively gone through the mechanicals and electronics of this unit. Entire transport was disassembled down to the chassis, and every mechanical part was cleaned, re-lubed and reassembled. We have completely gone through it cleaning all and adjusting the head azimuth & track cross-talk for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance). Head azimuth, track alignment, signal phase and internal output level pots all adjusted utilizing dual-trace oscilloscope and factory test tone tape, multiple factory recorded tapes and headphones. External input level potentiometers, internal PB level, meter VR's adjusted w/ factory test tone tapes and an O-scope and cleaned. Entire transport removed and mechanism has been cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized. Entire 'Rec Lock' and 'Pause' mechanism disassemble, cleaned of old lube and re-lubed. Program change mechanism cleaned and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. Flywheel / Capstan cleaned, burnished and re-lubed. New, main drive belt installed for trouble-free service. All original program, meter and record lamps work fine and respond to program / track changes. Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape. Plays and records very well. Tape speed tested with factory 1kHz test tape for reproduction at 1007Hz or 99.3% accuracy. Meters even w/ factory test tone tape. Floor noised tested to a mere 00.1mVAC on both channels at 75% output and only 00.3mVAC at 100% output. Deck looks good and works GREAT!
  _____________________________
  

   
Again, have completely gone through it making ready for listening to your 8-Track tape collection or for burning your tape collection to another media. Also great deck for burning your 8-track collection to CD or for making 'NEW' / 'MODERN' 8-track tapes for your 'muscle car'. Looks good and works GREAT! Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty. Measures 12.5" wide x 9.5" deep x 4.5" high and weighs 9 lbs unpacked. 
   PANASONIC RS-808US 8-Track Tape Player
   Cond. 8.5
SOLD 4/29/14
SHIPPED TO INDIANA

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NEW ADDITION 11/11/08
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warranty
PANASONIC
8-TRACK CARTRIDGE QUADRAPHONIC / STEREO
PLAY TAPE DECK
MODEL RS-845US
#...6098
MIJ
SOLD 11/25/08 

          NEW LISTING 5/25/12
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE PANASONIC QUADRAPHONIC / STEREO 8-TRACK CARTRIDGE TAPE DECK / PLAYER
PANASONIC MODEL RS-845US
#...0624
MIJ
 Circa ~1974-76
 for sale
SOLD 9/1/15
SHIPPING TO NEW YORK
 Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit. We have completely and extensively gone through the mechanicals and electronics of this unit. Entire transport was disassembled down to the chassis, and every mechanical part was cleaned, re-lubed and reassembled. We have completely gone through it cleaning all and adjusting the head azimuth & track cross-talk for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance). Head azimuth, track alignment, signal phase and internal output level pots all adjusted utilizing dual-trace oscilloscope and factory test tone tape. This deck came out with AMAZING TRACES across the frequency response of the test tape. One we completed adjustment, both sine-wave 'traces' in perfect sync! Internal playback VR's also adjusted w/ O-scope. Entire transport and mechanism has been cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized. Program change mechanism and contacts, disassembled, cleaned and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. Flywheel / Capstan removed, cleaned, burnished / resurfaced and re-lubed. Motor pulley cleaned of old belt residue. New, main drive belt installed for trouble-free service. All original track indicator lamps work fine and respond to program / track changes. Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape. This machine would be perfect for burning your stereo 8-track collection to CD or for listening to your Quad tapes (also of course works great for listening to normal stereo tapes). Tape speed tested with factory 1kHz test tape for reproduction at 1008Hz or 99.2%. Deck looks good and works GREAT!
 _____________________________
 
  Great quality stereo / quadraphonic 8-track cartridge playback deck. Perfect for a 4-channel / Quadraphonic stereo system. quadriphonic 8-track
  Features include:
  

HEY, WHY ALL THE 'X'd' OUT / OMITTED SPECS AND TEXT?

  
  Again, have completely gone through it making ready for playback for listening to or burning your collection. Great for burning your tape collection to another media or for a basis tape deck for a quadraphonic system. Looks good and works GREAT! Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty. Measures 12.5" wide x 10" deep x 4.75" high and weighs 8 lbs unpacked. 
  PANASONIC RS-845US Quadraphonic / Stereo 8-Track Tape Player
  Cond. 8.5++
SOLD 9/1/15
SHIPPING TO NEW YORK

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NEW ADDITION 12/9/08
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warranty
PIONEER / CENTREX
8-TRACK CARTRIDGE STEREO
TAPE DECK
MODEL RH-65
#...2005
WITH LOCKING FAST FORWARD! and
"AUTO STOP"
Circa 1978
MIJ
SOLD 7/28/09

New info 7/14/09;
This PARTICULAR Pioneer RH-65, serial  #...2005, is probably the best recording 8-track deck we have ever refurbished. It's dynamics are astounding! It is aligned so well, and sounds so good that we are taking the opportunity to record some new test / alignment tapes in the shop for future decks!

 

NEW ADDITION 11/30/12
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warranty
RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE PIONEER
8-TRACK CARTRIDGE STEREO
TAPE DECK
MODEL RH-65
WITH LOCKING FAST FORWARD! and
"AUTO STOP"
Circa 1978
  "WORLD AC POWER" ™
MIJ 

SOLD 1/29/14
SHIPPED TO MONTANA
Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit. We have completely and extensively gone through the mechanicals and electronics of this unit. Entire transport was disassembled down to the chassis, and every mechanical part was cleaned, re-lubed and reassembled.

- Entire transport and mechanism has been disassembled, cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized.
- Program change mechanism / elevator cleaned and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes.
- Internal Linear Record switch cleaned
- Capstan motor inspected and re-lubed.
- Flywheel / Capstan removed, cleaned, burnished / retextured and re-lubed.
- Flywheel thrust plate bearing surface cleaned and re-greased.
- New, main drive belt installed for trouble-free service.
- Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape.

- Head azimuth, track alignment, cross-talk, and signal phase for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance).

- All internal playback / output level pots all adjusted utilizing dual-trace oscilloscope and factory test tone tape.
- Records great* with the following test results after adjusting heads and internal level controls; +2d @ 1kHz, 0dB w/ full bandwidth Pink Noise, and ~0dB with CD Recorded Material!
- All track indicator, meter and other indicator lamps replaced with new bulbs and respond to program / track changes.
- Tape speed tested with factory 1kHz test tape for 98.5% accuracy.

Note: Counter disconnected. This model along with a few other Pioneer tape decks utilize a 'tape counter' that has an issue with a nylon gear that 70%+ of the time will be cracked as it's fitted to a metal shaft. Once the gear splits, it jams up and the counter sticks. Even if we were to change it, it would just happen again, so RH-65's and a couple of other Pioneer decks are sold with defunct counters. There are two types of Pioneer 8-track tape counters. Those that have already have cracked gears and those that are just about ready to have cracked gears. The "work-around" for this is to remove the linkage belt, thus rendering the counter as a "wall flower".

This particular RH-65, #...5096 is a great recording 8-Track deck after restoration. Records great with the following test results after adjusting heads and internal level controls; +1dB @ 1kHz. Dolby circuit is exceptional sounding on this particular deck. With exception of the above mentioned counter issue and "Auto-Stop" all functions test fine and everything works GREAT!
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Decent performing Pioneer / Centrex RH-65 8-track. Great for listening to your tape collection, burning your tapes to another media or for making "new" 8-track tapes for listening in your vintage or muscle car.


Again, we have completely gone through this unit, refurbishing and then testing with amazing "sonic" results for an 8-track. Since this unit has both "Locking Fast Forward" and "Auto-Stop", the machine would be perfect for burning your 8-track collection to CD or computer, a media transfer biz and / or making new tapes for your show / muscle car. One unique feature of this deck as opposed to many 8-tracks is that it allows monitoring of audio signal when recording. Unit looks good and sounds GREAT! Comes with a copy of the owners / users manual / spec sheet. (Tape cartridge shown in photos not included with deck) Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty. Measures 14.75" wide x 11.5" deep x 5" high and weighs 15 lbs unpacked. 
PIONEER RH-65 8-TRACK CARTRIDGE TAPE PLAYER / RECORDER
Cond. 8.5
SOLD 1/29/14
SHIPPED TO MONTANA

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NEW ADDITION 8/22/11
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warranty
SANYO
8-TRACK TAPE PLAYER
QUADRAPHONIC 4-CHANNEL OR 
STANDARD 2- CHANNEL STEREO PLAY DECK
MODEL 
RD-8010 RD8010
#...6420
MIJ
SOLD 4/12/12
We have completely gone through it cleaning all and adjusting the head azimuth & track cross-talk for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance). Head azimuth, track alignment, signal phase and internal output level pots all adjusted utilizing dual-trace oscilloscope and factory test tone tape, multiple factory recorded tapes and headphones. Internal playback level pots also adjusted w/ O-scope. Entire transport and mechanism has been cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized. Program change mechanism and contacts, disassembled, cleaned and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. Flywheel / Capstan removed, cleaned, burnished / retextured and re-lubed. New, main drive belt installed for trouble-free service. All original track number / program lamps replaced with new bulbs. Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape. This machine would be perfect for burning your 8-track collection  to CD.  Tape speed tested with factory 1kHz test tape for reproduction at 1013Hz or 98.7% accuracy. Playback level even w/ factory test tone tape on O-Scope. Deck looks decent and works GREAT!
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 Late 70's Stereo / Quadraphonic playback deck. This Sanyo RD-8010 is well built and very simple to operate.
 Features:

 - Auto Sensing 4-channel mode detection
 - Main ''Front channel' / stereo RCA outputs and additionally there are of course RCA outputs for the rear channels if used in Quadraphonic mode
 
 A playback Quadraphonic 4-channel / Stereo 2-Channel 8-track tape deck. Plays both standard stereo tapes and 4-channal Quadraphonic tapes. Features auto sensor for discerning between stereo and Quad tapes. Great for burning your 8-track collection  to CD or just listening to those old tapes! Unit very clean with virtually no wear to cosmetics. Only issues are cosmetic. First there is a repaired crack to the side of the plastic housing. Secondly, the case / face has typical, minor scuffs, scrapes / dings. Nothing serious or too distracting. Encased in vinyl wood grained, Walnut finish, plastic case. Looks decent, sounds and works great! Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty. Measures 9" wide x 9" deep x 3.5" high and weighs 7 lbs unpacked. 
 SANYO RD-8010
 Cond. 8
SOLD 4/12/12


 

NEW ADDITION 11/9/17
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RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE WARDS / AIRLINE 8-TRACK CARTRIDGE TAPE DECK
WARDS GEN 6827A
 WITH LOCKING FAST FORWARD!
#...6272
Circa 1970's
SOLD 12/9/20
SHIPPING TO HUTSON IN TEXAS

ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit.

ü We have completely and extensively gone through the mechanicals and electronics of this unit.

ü  Entire transport was disassembled down to the chassis, and every mechanical part was cleaned of "varnished" lubes and re-lubed as well as the always at issue, Pinch Roller plunge assembly, re-lubed and reassembled.

ü Main drive belt has been replaced with NEW for trouble free service.

ü Capstan flywheel removed, cleaned, burnished and re-lubed prior to re-install. Entire transport and mechanism has been cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized.

ü Program change mechanism and indicator contacts cleaned / burnished and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes. All original program indicator LED's now work fine.

ü Nylon head mounting bracket 'proactively' epoxied as 8-track decks utilizing nylon to mount their heads will OFTEN break, rendering them completely useless. While this can usually be repaired, we epoxied this one as 'reinforcement' before it broke.

ü Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape.

ü Head azimuth & track cross-talk adjusted for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance) utilizing RCA #356 and 8TSC-101, Aspen 'Deck Tester' and Audio-Tex 30-312 Test / Alignment tapes, a dual trace Oscilloscope and frequency counter.

ü Track alignment adjusted to eliminate 'cross-talk' between tracks and to ensure
the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance). Deck now has clear sounding highs even when using pre-recorded tapes.

  ü Record signal path contacts cleaned and burnished for static-free performance.

ü Linear Record switch cleaned so no 'Motor Boating' effect

 ü Internal playback, meter and record level pots also adjusted w/ O-scope.

ü Following refurbishment, Speed checked with factory test tape to 98+% accuracy! (meaning in this case, that our 1000Hz test tape plays back at 1017Hz on our Freq Counter Meter)

ü Deck 'sonically' checked for WOW and Flutter with no appreciable issues

ü Record Meters adjusted for 'even' readout and performance

ü Floor noise tested to -53dB

Since we also burnished the program track light contacts, they all light and are responsive. Unit works and sounds GREAT!

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Records VERY well at -1dB w/ 1kHz test tone on NEW Normal Bias Tape. Tape speed tested to 98+% accuracy! Meters even w/ factory test tone tape. Cosmetically it looks great. We did add some 'matte' finish laminate, to the lower, front edges to cover some previously added holes for rack mounting (See above photos).
Total tech time in this deck 6+ hours.
Deck looks good with only minor scuffs, striations and works GREAT!


Cond. 8.5
SOLD 12/9/20
SHIPPING TO HUTSON IN TEXAS

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  NEW ADDITION 12/7/12
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RESTORED / REFURBISHED / FULLY SERVICED
VINTAGE WARDS 8-TRACK STEREO PLAY / RECORD DECK
WARDS MODEL GEN-6829A
#...6613
 Circa early-mid 1970's
SOLD 1/10/15
SHIPPING TO NORTH CAROLINA
Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit. We have completely and extensively gone through the mechanicals and electronics of this unit. Entire transport was disassembled down to the chassis, and every mechanical part was cleaned, re-lubed and reassembled.

- Entire transport and mechanism has been disassembled, cleaned, re-lubed and de-magnetized.
- Program change mechanism / elevator cleaned and re-lubed for trouble-free program changes.
- Internal Linear Record switch cleaned
- Capstan motor inspected and re-lubed.
- Flywheel / Capstan removed, cleaned, burnished / retextured and re-lubed.
- Flywheel thrust plate bearing surface cleaned and re-greased.
- New, main drive belt installed for trouble-free service.
- Heads have been cleaned and de-magnetized and are in great shape.

- Head azimuth, track alignment, cross-talk, and signal phase for optimum performance and the best high-frequency response (not normally expected from 8-track cartridge performance).

- All internal playback / output level pots all adjusted utilizing dual-trace oscilloscope and factory test tone tape.
- Records great with the following test results after adjusting heads and internal level controls; 13d @ 1kHz, and ~0dB with CD Recorded Material!
- All track indicator, meter and other indicator lamps replaced with new bulbs and respond to program / track changes.
- Tape speed tested with factory 1kHz test tape for 95.3% accuracy.

This machine would be good for burning your personal stereo 8-track collection to CD or simply for listening to your stereo tapes. Also great for making 'NEW' 8-track decks especially for your 'muscle car' with it's original 8-track deck. Deck looks good and works GREAT!
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Fine performing, Wards 8-Track Tape Cartridge Recorder / Player deck. Following extensive restoration, we recorded from a CD onto a new 8-track cartridge and it sounded as good as a cassette and many Reel to Reels! Great for making "new" 8-track tapes for listening in your vintage or muscle car.
 
 Again, we have completely gone through this unit, refurbishing and then testing with amazing results for an 8-track. This machine would be perfect for burning your 8-track collection to CD or computer and making new tapes for your show / muscle car. Looks good and works GREAT! Includes our standard 30 day limited warranty. Measures 15.25" wide x 14.5" deep x 3.5" high and weighs 6 lbs unpacked. 
WARDS GEN-6829A 8-TRACK CARTRIDGE DECK
 Cond. 8.5
SOLD 1/10/15
SHIPPING TO NORTH CAROLINA

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WOLLENSAK 3M
MODEL 8055
8-TRACK DECK
SOLD