Sony TC 4260SD (1975)
A stereo cassette deck from Sony's 1975 lineup. It has Dolby C noise reduction and a ferrite & ferrite head.
Overview
The Sony TC 4260SD is a stereo cassette deck made in 1975. It sat in Sony's line of high-quality cassette recorders while the Compact Cassette format was taking off in Japan. It has an F&F (ferrite & ferrite) head and Dolby C noise reduction. With Dolby C engaged, the signal-to-noise ratio is 72dB. Test recordings confirm strong performance in frequency range, imaging, and dynamic response. Units on the market today are described as fully functional, with playback and recording verified.
Specifications
| Production year | 1975 |
| Original price | ¥ 79,800 |
| Head type | F&F (ferrite & ferrite) |
| Dolby Noise Reduction | Equipped with Dolby NR system |
| Dolby type | Dolby C ON |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 72dB (Dolby C ON) |
| Power consumption | 12W |
Market
The Sony TC 4260SD turns up in current listings as serviced and fully functional, with playback and recording tested. The roller is a commonly replaced part, and compatible non-original replacements are used.
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