{"product_id":"sony-dtc-a7-dat-recorder-s-n-808239-iob-with-remote-and-rack-ears-just-serviced-and-recapped","title":"SONY DTC-A7 DAT Recorder S\/N 808239 IOB with Remote and Rack Ears - Just Serviced and Recapped","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sony DTC-A7 was Introduced in 1993. It is a full-size DAT recorder that features 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz recording, and a 16-bit linear converter.\u003cbr\u003eIt has both analog and optical \/ coaxial digital inputs and outputs, and an LP mode that can provide up to four hours of recording on a DT-120 tape.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deck comes in its original box, and includes the original remote control in very good condition, a brand new set of the original Sony rack ears, and a reprint of the user manual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unit is in very good cosmetic condition (9\/10) with only minor scratches on the top cover and on the right side of the front panel, and a tiny corner 'ding' on the back right side as seen in the photos. \u003cbr\u003eVFD display is bright and clear. All buttons, switches, and potentiometers operate smoothly and reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFunctional condition is excellent (10\/10). \u003cbr\u003eIt seems to be a low hours unit, based on the condition of the head drum and mechanism. It is quiet and has been thoroughly tested for many hours and found to be performing flawlessly.\u003cbr\u003eAll functions work, it records, plays back, and sounds amazing! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original remote showed signs of a minor battery leak in its past. It has been thoroughly treated and cleaned, and is now 100% functional. \u003cbr\u003eThe box does show signs of age, so it will be double-boxed to protect it from further damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/6MedIXshI8o\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sony DTC-A7 DAT Recorder\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e video demonstration\u003c\/a\u003e on our YouTube channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eService work performed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanism disassembled, cleaned, re-lubricated, and aligned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitches, knobs, and potentiometers disassembled and deep-cleaned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply, main, headphones, and RF preamp boards have been recapped with high quality Nichicon and Panasonic capacitors. \u003cbr\u003eOver 50 capacitors total have been replaced (see photo)!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis deck comes with a 30 day warranty, and free shipping in the continental USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe deck is protected with a tamper-proof sticker. Tampering will void the warranty.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel free to reach out with any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Panasonic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55438848098623,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/2261\/9967\/files\/DTC-A7-08.jpg?v=1788655376","url":"https:\/\/ultraferric.com\/products\/sony-dtc-a7-dat-recorder-s-n-808239-iob-with-remote-and-rack-ears-just-serviced-and-recapped","provider":"Ultra Ferric","version":"1.0","type":"link"}