Technics RS-M45 Stereo Cassette Deck (1980-83)
The Technics RS-M45 is a classic 2-head stereo cassette deck known for its clean design, solid build quality, and smooth tape transport. The RS-M45 delivers warm, natural analog playback and reliable recording capabilities. This model features a fluorescent peak level display, soft-touch transport controls, and manual tape selection switches for Normal, CrO₂, and Metal tapes, making it versatile for serious cassette collectors. Its understated styling and brushed aluminum faceplate reflect the golden age of hi-fi design.
CONDITION
SPENCERTIFIED- Fully certified by Spencer
Refurbished and SPENCERTIFIED
This unit powers on and responds to control inputs, but the take-up reel is not spinning, and the FF, REW, and Play functions require new belts. Cosmetically, the deck shows normal wear consistent with age, but the faceplate, buttons, and display remain in good shape.
Cosmetic Condition: Good.
Functional Condition: Fair. (Take-up reel is not spinning, and there are no FF, REW, or Play Belts)
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- Technics RS-M45 Stereo Cassette Deck Made in Japan
- Analog Audio
Other information about the Technics RS-M45
- Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck
- Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
- Tape Speed: 4.8 cm/s
- Heads: 1 x record/playback, 1 x erase
- Motor: FG servo DC
- Tape Type: type I, FeCr, CrO2, Metal
- Noise Reduction: B
- Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz (Metal tape)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 68dB (dolby B)
- Wow and Flutter: 0.035%
- Input: 60mV (line), 0.25mV (mic)
- Output: 0.7V (line)
- SX Head (Sendust Extra)
- Fluorescent Meter
DIMENSIONS
- 17" x 13.58" x 3.85" (Length x Width x Height)
- Weight: 13.5 lbs
INPUTS
- Microphone Input L/R x1 (front)
- Line In L/R x1 (back)
- Remote Control x1 (back)
- Rec/PB x1 (back)
OUTPUTS
- Headphones Jack x1 (front)
- Line Out L/R x1 (back)
- Rec/PB x1 (back)
MANUFACTURE DATE and PLACE
- MFD. 1980-1981
- Made in Japan
