A compact cassette deck featuring AGC recording and a DC motor for stable tape transport.
Overview
The Sony TC-2010 is a cassette deck manufactured by Sony. It features AGC recording with an AGC stereo meter to prevent recording failure and includes a pilot lamp to indicate tape motion. The unit uses a newly developed DC motor that eliminates the need for cycle changes based on power supply frequency.
Specifications
| Type | Cassette deck |
| Tape speed | 4.8cm/s |
| Motor used | DC Motor |
| Recording bias | 85kHz |
| Overall strain rate | Not more than 2.5% |
| Original price | ¥ 25,300 (around 1971) |
Design
The TC-2010 uses low-noise silicon transistors in the amplifier section to reduce background noise. It is equipped with a narrow-gap 1-micron head for improved tape-to-head contact and fidelity. The deck includes AGC recording and an AGC stereo meter to prevent recording failure, and a pilot lamp indicates tape motion. A newly developed DC motor is used, eliminating the need for cycle change depending on power supply frequency.
Collectibility
Listed as a "Showa Retro cassette recorder antique" on yahoo.aleado.com, the TC-2010 is recognized as a vintage item. An Instagram user noted their unit, approximately 55 years old, was still operational, suggesting durability in surviving examples.
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