Nakamichi 480Z Cassette Deck This is a fully restored Nakamichi 480Z. It is a 2 head cassette deck. This machine has Dolby B and C noise reduction and can record on Type1, 2 or metal tape. It is calibrated for TDK tape. It performs to original specifications. Its calibrated to record on TDK D, SA and MA (metal) tapes. This is in fairly good cosmetic condition, there are a few scratches in the top cover. All belts, all of the orange capacitors and some of the electrolytic filter capacitors have been replaced. Electronics (levels and record bias for all 3 tape types) and transport (head height, penetration, zenith and azimuth) have been correctly aligned. Features: Pressure pad lifter. Dolby B and Dolby C noise reduction. 3 digit tape counter. Compatible with normal, chrome and metal tape. Belt driven dual-capstan transport. LED peak reading VU meters. Full-logic transport controls for fast and effortless transport function selection. Memory Stop. Front panel record bias control. The transport was disassembled, cleaned, lubricated and realigned. All belts and idlers were replaced along with many capacitors. It has been carefully aligned using a Sound Technology 1510A tape recorder test set and fresh alignment tapes. This machine is up to original specifications, the heads are in good shape, it is in good cosmetic condition and it sounds really good. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Please bid only if youre serious about buying this item. You will enter into a legally binding contract to purchase this item from me. Look carefully at the ad and photo(s). When seriously considering a purchase and would like further information, please contact me before bidding and I will try to respond to your email within 24 hours. I reserve the right to cancel bids from users with negative feedback and/or bid retractions. I also reserve the right to end this auction at any time and I shall not be held liable for any such cancellation or termination. Any non-paying high bidder will be reported to ebay, and negative feedback will be posted. Keep in mind that this is 40 years old. Things can happen in shipping. I test things very thoroughly, but some things are beyond my control. If you have problems with this machine, please contact me before leaving feedback. I will be happy to take it back and refund you or possibly repair it. I have been working on such equipment for many years and I know my way around this type of gear. I enjoy bringing this old stuff back to life and will do whatever I can to make certain you are satisfied with it also. Thanks for reading. Serial number 08029