Revox D36 (1960–1961)
A stereo reel-to-reel tape recorder from Revox, part of the 36 series and the company's first stereo machine.
Overview
The D36 was one of the first stereo tape recorders in the 36 series, developed alongside the Studer C37. It replaced earlier mono units. Going stereo brought technical and economic problems for the company. The D36 got a newly developed amplifier section and could record two- or four-track stereo. It is recognized as the first stereo tape recorder on the market that could do either two or four track recording.
Specifications
| Production years | 1960/61 |
| Track format | Two or four track recording |
| Dimensions (WHD) | 460 x 280 x 340 mm |
| Original price | 1,045.00 SFr. |
Design
The Revox D36 has three motors: one capstan motor, plus a dedicated winding motor for each reel table. It records half- or quarter-track stereo and has a newly developed amplifier section for its time. The machine used a specific 2-track stereo record head, part number 1.017.250. Spare heads turn up occasionally today.
Context
The D36 belonged to the "36er-Serie" (36 series) and was Revox's move from mono to stereo recording. Along with the Studer C37, it was the first stereo tape recorder in the Revox lineup. It came out in 1960.
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