Sony TC-540 Portable Stereo Reel-to-Reel Tape Recorder 4-Track Sound-on-Sound
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 7⁄8 3 3⁄4 7 1⁄2 ips
- Wow and flutter: 0.09% (7 1⁄2 ips)
- Frequency response: 30Hz to 20kHz (7 1⁄2 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