Teac AN‑180 Noise Reduction Unit Dolby B (1972)
Boost your analog tape system’s performance with the Teac AN‑180, an all‑analog Dolby B noise reduction unit designed for professional-grade fidelity. Ideal for enhancing cassette decks, reel-to-reels, and Dolby FM tuners, this compact device significantly reduces hiss and background noise while preserving musical clarity.
CONDITION
SPENCERTIFIED- Fully certified by Spencer
Refurbished and SPENCERTIFIED
This AN‑180 is in excellent, fully-tested condition, with clean meters and responsive controls—it’s been serviced and is vibration-free. A classic piece that enhances vintage gear performance or adds authentic Dolby processing for reel-to-reel and cassette systems.
Cosmetic Condition: Good.
Functional Condition: Works Like New.
📦 Professionally packed and shipped with care.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- TEAC AN180 Noise Reduction Unit
- Analog Audio Cable
KEY FEATURES
- Pure analog design with discreet component circuits—no cheap Dolby chipsets here
- Dual mono channels for independent playback and recording processing—perfect for archiving or broadcasting
- Reduces tape hiss by up to 10 dB, improving dynamic range and clarity, particularly in quiet audio passages
- Equipped with VU meters and output-level controls for accurate calibration and visual feedback during operation
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 15 kHz
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 65 dB
- Distortion: Approx. 3% THD
- Channel Separation: 50 dB
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Museum-grade build—tested, built to run for years without recalibration
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 16.1″ (410 mm)
- Height: 5.5″ (140 mm)
- Depth: 12.8″ (325 mm)
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Weight: 15.4 lb (7 kg)
INPUTS
- Microphone L/R x1 (front)
- RCA Line In L/R x1 (back)
OUTPUTS
- RCA Line Out L/R x1 (back)
- AC x1 (back)
- Rec L/R x1 (back)
- Tape L/R x1 (back)
- Test Point x1 (back)
- GND x1 (back)
- Meter Calib x1 (back)
MANUFACTURE DATE and PLACE
- MFD. 1972
- Made in Japan
