Technics RS-671AUS (1975–1978)
A front-loading cassette deck with Dolby B noise reduction, built for durability and high-fidelity playback.
Overview
The Technics RS-671AUS is a stereo cassette deck made from 1975 to 1978. It is the RS-671 US with a wooden cabinet. Panasonic built it under the Technics brand. It loads from the front and was designed for high-fidelity audio. The controls are pushbuttons with electromagnetic plungers, and it handles chrome tape. It was sold as a reliable machine for audiophiles and for professional work, including radio production.
Specifications
| Frequency response | 30–17,000 Hz |
| Number of heads | 2 |
| Wow flutter | 0.075% |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 65 dB |
| Noise reduction | Dolby B |
| Bias adjustment | NO |
| Tape type selector | NO |
| Peak indicators | PEAK CHECK |
| Input sensitivity | 60 mV (line), 0.3 mV (mic) |
| Dimensions | 5" (H) x 17" (W) |
| Features | 2-Motor, Soft Touch Control, Chrome Tape capability |
| Warranty | 10 year limited warranty |
Design
The pushbutton controls are actuated by electromagnetic plungers. That gives accurate, repeatable mechanical operation in playback and recording.
Market
A brochure for the Technics RS-671AUS was listed for sale at $9.99 in 2009. One reported example sold in its original box, with damage. A common problem is complete failure of the tape transport mechanism, even when the other functions still work.
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