Clarion MD-8181A
¥ 87,800 (around 1977)
Commentary
This is a double cassette deck that combines two cassette decks into one.
Both Tape1 and Tape2 support independent recording and mutual dubbing.
When the relay switch is turned on, recording on Tape 2 automatically starts when recording ends at the end of Tape 1.
Five indicators show the status of continuous recording, playback and dubbing.
Orange and green LEDs are used as indicators.
Tape selectors with independent bias and equalizer are installed on both Tape1 and 2.
Equipped with a monitor switch, the source signal and recorded signal can be switched and checked with one touch operation during recording.
Each level adjustment incorporates a slide-type marker knob.
By marking the optimal level, you can change the level frequently without losing track of the optimal level.
Route 3 mixing of Line, Mic, and Tape is possible.
The left channel of My Kujac can be used for both channels (L + R), and a single microphone can record mono on both channels.
By combining the timer sold separately, it is possible to record your absence.
Equipped with a memory stop mechanism.
The cassette holding mechanism adopts the full perspective style, and the remaining amount of tape and cassette half can be seen from the transparent cassette door.
Equipped with an electronic full auto-stop mechanism, all operations are canceled at the end of the tape.
Equipped with an accessory terminal, accessories such as Dolby NR unit and mixer can be connected.
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Model Rating
| Type | Cassette deck |
| Wow flutter | 0.08%(WRMS) |
| Frequency characteristic | Chrome Tape : 20 Hz ~ 17 kHz Ferrichrome Tape : 20 Hz to 17 kHz Low-noise tape : 20 Hz to 15 kHz |
| Distortion factor | Not more than 2% |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 53dB 61 db (when Dolby NR unit is used) |
| Recording system | AC bias, 105 kHz |
| Erasing method | AC erase |
| Erasure rate | 55 dB or more |
| FF/REW Time | Within 95 sec (C-60) |
| Accessory terminal | Playback in : 400mV/50k Ω Playback out : 400mV/5.6k Ω Record in : 400mV/50k Ω Record out : 400mV/5.6k Ω |
| Input | Mic : 0.9mV/10k Ω Line in : 90mV/100k Ω Rec PB : 2.25mV/10k Ω |
| Output | Line out : 400mV/5.6k Ω Rec PB : 400mV/5.6k Ω Phones : 0.3mW/8 Ω |
| Semiconductor used | Transistor : 44 pcs Diode : 5 pcs |
| Pwer | 100 VAC, 50Hz/60Hz |
| Power consumption | 15W (Electrical Appliance and Material Control Law) |
| External dimensions | Width 460x Height 160x Depth 247 mm |
| Weight | 7.5kg |