Nakamichi 1000 Tri-Tracer 3 Head Cassette Deck

$1,100.00

Serviced and fully tested! This Nak 1000 works exactly as it should. Sounds incredible 

 

The Nakamichi 1000 cassette deck was introduced in the early 1970s and significantly raised the bar for cassette deck performance. Celebrated for its exceptional engineering and audio performance, renowned for its unique three head design, the Nakamichi 1000 allowed users to monitor recordings in real-time, enabling precise adjustments for optimal sound quality.

Featuring advanced technology for its time, the Nakamichi 1000 boasted a closed-loop dual capstan drive system, ensuring consistent tape speed and minimizing wow and flutter. Its innovative discrete three-head system included separate recording, playback, and erase heads, contributing to superior sound reproduction and clarity.

The Nakamichi 1000 was equipped with a precision transport mechanism, allowing for accurate tape handling and alignment. Its attention to detail extended to the azimuth alignment, ensuring optimal tape-to-head contact and enhancing frequency response.

Recognized for its sleek design and exceptional build quality, the Nakamichi 1000 cassette deck remains a collector’s item and a symbol of Nakamichi’s commitment to audio excellence during the golden age of analog audio playback.

 

the faceplate is very clean (9/10) the wood sleeve has some veneer chips and corner wear but is highly presentable.