MCS 683-3588 Stereo Cassette Deck Dolby NR Auto Reverse
The MCS 683-3588 is a late-1970s stereo cassette deck sold by JCPenney under the Modular Component Systems (MCS) brand. This deck offers solid playback and recording performance with Dolby noise reduction and classic silver-face styling. Its straightforward transport and clean signal path make it a reliable choice for enjoying or digitizing cassette tapes. A well-built vintage cassette deck that fits perfectly into a period-correct hi-fi system. Fully SpenCertified and ready to perform.
CONDITION
SPENCERTIFIED- Fully certified by Spencer
Refurbished and SPENCERTIFIED
100% tested and functional. Cleaned inside and out; worn parts replaced as needed. Tape heads cleaned and demagnetized. Capstan and pinch rollers serviced. Transport inspected. Controls and switches cleaned with WD-40 Specialist Electrical Contact Cleaner (safe for electronics).
Cosmetic Condition: 8/10
Functional Condition: 10/10
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
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MCS 683-3588 Stereo Cassette Deck Dolby NR Auto Reverse
Other information about the MCS 683-3588
- Tape Format: Compact cassette
- Heads: 2-head design
- Noise Reduction: Dolby B
- Inputs: Line In (RCA)
- Outputs: Line Out (RCA)
- Frequency Response: approx. 30 Hz – 16 kHz
- Dolby noise reduction
- Manual transport controls
- LED or analog level meters (model-specific)
- Recording and playback capability
- Classic silver-face MCS styling
DIMENSIONS
- Size: 17 in W × 5 in H × 10.5 in D
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Weight: 10 lbs
INPUTS
- Mic L/R x1 (back)
- Line L/R x1 (back)
OUTPUTS
- Headphones x1 (front)
- Line L/R x1 (back)
MANUFACTURER
- Made in the U.S