Sony TC-FX6
A 3-head, 2-motor cassette deck from Sony with Dolby C noise reduction and separate record and playback heads.
Overview
The Sony TC-FX6 is a cassette deck manufactured by Sony. It features a 3-head, 2-motor design, meaning it has dedicated record, playback, and erase heads, along with independent capstan and reel motors for improved tape handling and speed stability.
Specifications
| Type | 3-head, 2-motor |
| Heads | 1 x record, 1 x playback, 1 x erase |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 18,000 Hz |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 68 dB (Dolby C) |
| Wow and flutter | 0.04% |
| Inputs | 2 x line (RCA), 2 x microphone |
| Outputs | 2 x line (RCA), headphone |
Design
The TC-FX6 uses a 3-head, 2-motor configuration, allowing simultaneous monitoring during recording and precise head alignment for optimal audio fidelity. The separate capstan and reel motors help maintain consistent tape speed and tension.
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