Onkyo TA-1500 (1982–1984)
A stereo cassette deck from the early 1980s with separate microphone inputs and solid-state electronics.
Overview
The Onkyo TA-1500 is a stereo cassette deck from the early 1980s. It sits in Onkyo's TA-series line of audio components and was built for home hi-fi use. It has a 2-head system with a single record/playback head, plus separate microphone inputs. That suggests it could be used for voice recording or dubbing. It runs on 220 V, 50 Hz power and draws 13 watts. Detailed performance specs are scarce. The semiconductor count is 17 transistors, 8 diodes and 3 integrated circuits.
Specifications
| Type | 2-head, single compact cassette deck |
| Heads | 1 x record/playback |
| Output | 0.35V (line) |
| Semiconductors | 17 x transistors, 8 x diodes, 3 x IC |
| Power consumption | 220 V, 50 Hz, 13 Watt |
| Dimensions | 418 x 122 x ? mm (WxHxD) |
| Special features | Separate microphone inputs |
| Original price (US) | $194.95 |
| Original price (Germany) | 500 DM |
| Production years | 1982–1984 |
Market
Recent used listings for the TA-1500 are around $120.47. Some units have playback speed problems, such as running too fast during rewind. Documented repairs include mechanism servicing and lamp replacement. Service manuals, repair guides and schematics are available.
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