Marantz SD1020 Stereo Cassette Deck Silver Face Dolby NR 1981
Looking for that classic Marantz analog sound? The Marantz SD1020 is a vintage silver-face cassette deck known for warm playback and clean, straightforward operation. This unit is fully functional but is missing the cassette door, making it a great candidate for a rack system, parts replacement, or cosmetic restoration. Fully tested and operating properly, it still delivers the rich, detailed sound Marantz is known for. A solid vintage deck with cosmetic compromise—SpenCertified.
CONDITION
SPENCERTIFIED- Fully certified by Spencer
100% tested and functional. Cleaned inside and out; worn parts replaced as needed. Controls, switches, and boards cleaned with WD-40 Specialist Electrical Contact Cleaner (safe for electronics). Heads cleaned and demagnetized. Capstan and pinch roller serviced. Transport mechanism cleaned and lubricated. Belts replaced as needed. Playback and recording tested.
Cosmetic Condition: 6/10 (Cassette door is missing)
Functional Condition: 10/10
📦 Professionally packed and shipped with care.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- Marantz SD1020 Stereo Cassette Deck Silver Face Dolby NR
- Analog Audio Cable
KEY FEATURES
- Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck
- Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
- Tape Speed: 4.76, 9.5 cm/s
- Heads: 1 x record/playback, 1 x erase
- Motor: DC servo
- Tape Type: type I, FeCr, CrO2, Metal
- Noise Reduction: B
- Frequency Response: 40Hz to 17kHz (Metal tape)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 65dB (Dolby)
- Wow and Flutter: 0.07%
- Front-loading cassette transport (door missing)
- Mechanical transport controls
- Analog VU meters
- Stereo recording capability
- Power Consumption: 20 Watts
- Power Requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
- Tape Counter
DIMENSIONS
- W×H×D: 16.3" × 5.7" × 9.5"
- Weight: 14 lbs
INPUTS
- Mic x1 L/R (front)
- Line In x1 L/R (back)
OUTPUTS
- Headphones Jack x1 (front)
- Line Out x1 L/R (back)
MANUFACTURER
- Made in Japan
- MFD: 1981