Sony TC-280 3-Head Reel-to-Reel Solid State Stereo Tape Recorder (1973)
The Sony TC-280 is a vintage reel-to-reel tape recorder built during the golden era of analog recording. Designed for serious home audio enthusiasts, it features separate record, playback, and erase heads for improved monitoring and recording performance. With classic brushed aluminum styling and analog VU meters, the TC-280 delivers warm, detailed reel-to-reel sound and remains a desirable deck for collectors and analog purists. Ideal for playback of 7" reels and home recording applications.
CONDITION
SPENCERTIFIED- Fully certified by Spencer
Refurbished and SPENCERTIFIED
100% tested and functional. Cleaned inside and out; worn parts replaced as needed. Tape path cleaned and demagnetized. Heads cleaned and inspected for wear. Transport controls are serviced and tested for stable operation. Playback and recording tested at multiple speeds.
Cosmetic Condition: 8/10
Functional Condition: 10/10
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- Sony TC-280 Reel-to-Reel Solid State Stereo Tape Recorder
Other information about the Sony TC-280
- Track system: 4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural system
- Heads: 1 x record/playback, 1 x erase
- Reel size: up to 7 inch reel
- Tape speeds: 1 7⁄8 3 3⁄4 7 1⁄2 ips
- Wow and flutter: 0.1% (7 1⁄2 ips)
- Frequency response: 20Hz to 24kHz (7 1⁄2 ips)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 55dB
- Total harmonic distortion: 1.5%
- Input: 60mV (line), 0.2mV (mic)
- Output: 0.775V (line)
- Semiconductors: 14 x transistors, 4 x diodes
- Power Requirements: 120V AC, 60Hz
DIMENSIONS
- Size: 17.5" W × 15.5" H × 7.5" D
- Weight: 32 lbs
INPUTS
- Mic x1 L/R (front)
- LINE IN x1 L/R (back)
OUTPUTS
- Headphone x1 (front)
- LINE OUT x1 L/R (back)
MANUFACTURE DATE AND PLACE
- Made in Japan
- MFD: 1973
