Technics RS-M04 (1980–1982)
A 2-head stereo cassette deck with Dolby B noise reduction, made in Japan
Overview
The Technics RS-M04 is a stereo cassette deck built in Japan from 1980 to 1982. It plays and records Type I, FeCr, CrO2, and metal tapes. The transport uses solenoid control. Users noted its "lovely 3-colour" display. They called it "a bit more fancy" and "rather nice," and it was seen as an interesting, well-regarded model in its day.
Specifications
| Type | 2-head, single compact cassette deck |
| Track System | 4-track, 2-channel stereo |
| Frequency Response Metal | 20-18.000 HZ |
| Noise Reduction | Dolby, B |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio B | with Dolby B 67 (CCIR) |
| Input Impedance Line In | 50k ohms |
| Input Sensitivity Line In | 77.5mV |
| Output Impedance Line Out | 2.2k ohms |
| Output Level Line Out | 0.775V |
| Compatible tapes | Type I, FECR, CRO2, metal tape |
Design
The RS-M04 uses solenoid control for tape transport operation. The three-colour display gives visual feedback during playback and recording.
Context
Owners have described the RS-M04 as "sort of different/interesting" and "rather nice," and one said they "loved (and still love) those..." units. One listing points to its "Clear sound, and recording" and describes a unit in very good cosmetic condition that works perfectly.
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