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Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE X-NONE This is a great example of a very highly regarded classic deck from Aiwa - one of the most respected designers of cassette decks through the 90s and beyond. I have owned the very similar AD-F400 since it was new in 1991, and it is still one of the most solid, consistent performers in my collection. It is my go-to deck for recording mix tapes, and creates recordings that sound great across a wide range of playback machines. The majority of the cassette decks Aiwa produced were the best in their class, but the AD-F410 comes at a particular sweet spot in their evolution - after Aiwa established themselves as leaders, but before they started value-engineering their products to bring the cost down to a minimum by using lighter plastics for the casing and simplifying their mechanical and electronic designs wherever possible. Durham Audio Ltd are members of the eBay pre-qualified refurbished seller programme. All work is undertaken by a degree qualified, time served Chartered Engineer. Everything we sell that is listed as refurbished is carefully tested for operational performance and electrical safety and comes with free fast postage via Royal Mail Tracked 24 as well as a 30-day free returns policy and a 12-month warranty for UK-based buyers. This deck is in nice condition, carefully serviced, fully working and supplied with a printed copy of the manual for the functionally very similar AD-F460, so that you can get the most out of it. The specification is fantastic, including: - Dolby B/C noise reduction- HX Pro headroom extension- Cue/review - Accurate LED peak level meter - Auto tape type select - AMTS (Anti Modulation Tape Stabilizer) - Headphone output on the front panel - Variable bias – allowing fine tuning for the perfect recording This AD-F410 has been professionally serviced, including fitting a set of brand-new drive belts (there are two in this design - one for the capstan and pulleys and one for the tape counter). The motor has been replaced with a high specification part donated from a Tascam 102 professional-grade mastering deck (no manufacturers currently make high grade cassette deck motors any more, so donor parts from high spec machines are the best option). The electrical alignment has been checked and calibrated, using a test cassette, oscilloscope, signal generator and external level meters. This process includes setting the recording levels, playback levels, meter calibration, bias and tape speed. The tape transport has been checked, cleaned and demagnetised. All rubber parts have been cleaned and treated with Rubber Renue, which restores them to their original specification and performance. Everything works as it should on both playback and record and the sound it produces is brilliant. It is fitted with a high quality, moulded UK mains plug from the factory and has been tested for electrical safety by being put through a full PAT test in line with current guidance. Cosmetically, this deck is in great condition. The display is clear and looks fantastic, the front and back panels are in very good condition, with only minor signs of use. The case is also in great shape - there are a few surface marks on the top surface, consistent with normal use, but these are unlikely to even be visible once installed, and there is nothing that takes away from the fantastic classic looks of this deck. It has clearly been well looked after and the mechanism looks to have only seen light use. Please take a look at the pictures. It will be very carefully packed, and we usually ship out same or next day. Please check our feedback, and if you have any questions - just ask.
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