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Sony TC-540 Portable Stereo Reel-to-Reel Tape Recorder 4-Track Sound-on-Sound

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Original price $2,599.99
Original price $2,599.99 - Original price $2,599.99
Original price $2,599.99
Current price $1,499.99
$1,499.99 - $1,499.99
Current price $1,499.99

Rediscover the golden age of analog recording with the Sony TC-540, a vintage portable reel-to-reel tape recorder designed for both home and field use. This classic 4-track stereo machine features Sound-on-Sound recording capability, built-in amplification, detachable speakers, and three tape speeds for flexible recording and playback. Its self-contained suitcase-style design makes it one of Sony's most desirable portable reel-to-reel systems. Fully tested and refurbished by SpenCertified, it's ready to bring vintage analog sound back to life.

CONDITION

SPENCERTIFIED- Fully certified by Spencer

Refurbished and SPENCERTIFIED

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). Tape path cleaned, heads cleaned and demagnetized, transport inspected, and playback/record functions tested. Unit includes the original detachable speaker covers and integrated speakers.

Cosmetic Condition: 8/10 

Functional Condition: 10/10

WHAT'S IN THE BOX?

  • Sony TC-540 Portable Stereo Reel-to-Reel Tape Recorder 4-Track Sound-on-Sound
  • Analog Audio Cable

Other information about the Sony TC-540

  • 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 78  3 34  7 12 ips
  • Wow and flutter: 0.09% (7 12 ips)
  • Frequency response: 30Hz to 20kHz (7 12 ips)
  • Signal to Noise Ratio: 50dB
  • Total harmonic distortion: 2%
  • Input: 78mV (line), 0.19mV (mic)
  • Output: 0.775V (line)
  • Output power: 5 watts
  • Speakers: 100 x 200mm cabinet, 100mm lid
  • Semiconductors: 24 x transistors, 8 x diodes

DIMENSIONS

  • Size: 19.6" W × 9" H × 15.." D (500 x 252 x 391mm)
  • Weight: 41 lbs (19 kg)

INPUTS

  • Mic x1 L/R (front)
  • AUX x1 L/R (top)
  • REC/PB x1 (top)

OUTPUTS

  • LINE OUT x1 L/R (top)
  • REC/PB x1 (top)
  • Speaker Output x1 L/R (top)

MANUFACTURE PLACE  

  • Made in Japan 

Testimonials

Spencertified is a dream for anybody looking for quality vintage electronics that can include a warranty. Relive your youth and enjoy the nostalgia of reel to reels, VCRs, Betamaxes, 8 track players, CD carousels, vintage and bluetooth stereo receivers, laserdisc players and much more. Quality brands like Pioneer, Sony, Magnavox, are in abundance. Spencer is gracious, professional, and beyond knowledgeable. Stop in for a visit you won’t regret!!Reply

Glenn John

New to the hobby. They went above and beyond I feel!! Can’t wait to make my next purchase!!

Josh J

Bought a equalizer at this place that offers older newer electronics for reasonable prices .... A blast from the past that look all new again.. met Spencer good guy who will treat you honest and fair 🤓😎....Kool I'm happy and I know you will be to... 😎

Merle musicinme

My Sony 400 disc player stopped working. I watched YouTube videos and came across this website. Since 90% of failures are the belts I decided to try to fix it myself with the help of the video. It was the belts and after installing them it works great again. I received the belts really quickly and with no prior knowledge took the case off with help from the video and installed the belts myself. So happy to have my player working again. I will always contact Spencertified for my parts and repair needs. Thanks so much. Try them, you won't be disappointed.

Henry Nash

Spencer and Amy helped us find 40 or so speakers to build a wall out of them at a restaurant and were super helpful finding and loading up all of the speakers. The wall turned out great and would definitely recommend them for anything sound!

Tommy Sims

A very nice outfit to do business with; Product was just what I was looking for, ( am/fm tuner) reasonably priced, nice friendly correspondence with Amy, they've got it all, I'll likely be back sooner than later... Thanks folks!

Jeffrey Jordan

Awesome service, helped me find what I was looking for. Knowledgeable and hooked us up!

Micah Murray

Awesome! I love this place, the guy is really nice and has amazing stuff. Great deals, best in the valley by far.

Thomas McEntire

SPENCERTIFIED IS PERFECT FOR ME!
I JUST GOT WHAT I WANTED FROM FRIENDLY UNDERSTANDING SOUND PEOPLE!
Visit this shop for sweet deals on receivers, multi-disc CD players, turntables and all of your stereo and surround sound speakers and components.(they had many options, new stuff and older vintage too.)
REALLY! It was cool to do business with honest people who listened and gave me just what I was looking for. I asked a lot of questions about equipment and was shown different options, and, different prices, straight forward and honest.

Phil D

Spencer was super helpful and knowledgeable when I visit him. I experienced a slight issue with some hardware and he was more than willing to make it right. As a nice gesture he gave me a slight upgrade to the equipment I was purchasing. He’s very reasonable and enjoyable to work with! Highly recommend!

VSefcovic

Spencer is extremely knowledgeable and the selection is vast. GO down there! You wont be sorry!

EV B

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