Denon DR-M3 3-Head Direct Drive Stereo Cassette Tape Deck (1983) (AS IS)
For Sale: Denon DR-M3 Cassette Deck – AS IS / For Parts or Repair
Up for sale is a Denon DR-M3 stereo cassette deck, a high-quality 3-head unit from Denon’s respected DR-M series. Please note: this unit is being sold AS IS – for parts or repair only.
🛠 Condition:
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Power on: Yes
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All buttons respond as expected
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All lights and displays function properly
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Mechanism issue: The tape transport does not engage and makes no sound when play, rewind, or fast forward is pressed.
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An attempt was made to repair the mechanism, but we were not successful. No further troubleshooting has been done.
This could be a great candidate for someone looking to restore a DR-M3 or needing parts for another unit.
🔍 Overview (when working):
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3-head, 2-motor design
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Dolby B/C noise reduction
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Precise bias and level adjustments
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Known for excellent build quality and clean, detailed playback/recording
📦 Sold As:
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AS IS, for parts or repair
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No returns
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Unit only
This is a great piece for tech-savvy buyers, restorers, or anyone in need of a donor unit. The DR-M3 is a classic among cassette enthusiasts – here’s a chance to bring one back to life or keep another going.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- Denon DR-M3 3-Head Direct Drive Stereo Cassette Tape Deck
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Analog Audio Cable
Other information about the Denon DRM3
- Type: 3-head, single compact cassette deck
- Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
- Tape Speed: 4.8 cm/s
- Heads: 1 x combination record/playback, 1 x erase
- Motor: 1 x capstan, 1 x reel
- Tape Type: type I, CrO2, Metal
- Noise Reduction: B, C
- Frequency Response: 25Hz to 21kHz (Metal tape)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 73dB (dolby C)
- Wow and Flutter: 0.027%
- Input: 77.5mV (line), 0.35mV (mic)
- Output: 0.775V (line)
- Finish: silver
DIMENSIONS
- 17.1" x 11.3" x 4.53" (Length x Width x Height)
- Weight: 12.6 lbs
INPUTS
- Microphone L/R x1 (front)
- Line In L/R x1 (back)
- Remote x1 (back)
OUTPUTS
- Headphones Jack x1 (front)
- Line Out L/R x1 (back)
MANUFACTURE DATE and PLACE
- MFD. 1983
- Made in Japan
