Luxman K-111 (1987–1993)
A stereo cassette deck from Luxman’s late-1980s lineup, built in Japan with dual motors and Dolby HX Pro support.
Overview
The Luxman K-111 is a stereo cassette tape deck manufactured by Luxman between 1987 and 1993. It was first sold in 1988 and is part of a series that includes the DAT model KD-117. The K-111 features a 2-head design with a dual motor logic transport and was made in Japan. It serves as the 2-head version of the K-112, offering a more accessible configuration within the same family. Despite some subjective critiques about its appearance, owners have described it as a rare find and an excellent playback deck with reliable performance.
Specifications
| Type | 2-head, single compact cassette deck |
| Track system | 4-track 2-channel stereo |
| Tape speed | 4.8 cm/s |
| Heads | 1 x record/playback head, 1 x erase head |
| Motor | 2-motor |
| Wow and Flutter | 0.06% |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 1.0% |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 72dB (dolby C) |
| Frequency Response Normal | 20-16000 HZ |
| Frequency Response FeCr | 20-16000 HZ |
| Frequency Response CrO2 | 20-18000 HZ |
| Noise Reduction System | Dolby B-C NR |
| Features | Dolby HX Pro, HEXALAM Recording |
Design
The Luxman K-111 uses a dual motor logic transport and was constructed in Japan. It shares its fundamental design with the K-112 but implements a 2-head configuration instead of a 3-head layout.
Context
The K-111 was introduced by Luxman in 1988 as part of a broader cassette and digital audio lineup that included the KD-117 DAT deck. It competed in the high-fidelity home audio market alongside other premium cassette decks of the era.
Market
Examples of the Luxman K-111 have been listed on eBay and Facebook Marketplace, with prices observed at $119.98 USD and CA$120.00. A service manual is available for purchase, supporting maintenance and repair efforts.
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