National RS-801U
¥ 19,900 (around 1974)
Commentary
8-track player for playback only.
Stable rotation is achieved by adopting a large flywheel.
A newly developed 2-point support system is adopted for the capstan.
A new program changing mechanism has been adopted to realize accurate vertical movement of the head.
The program being played is indicated by a green light.
A remote control box is included to allow program selection from a remote location.
Model Rating
| Type | Tape Stereo 8 deck |
| Heads | 8-track 2-channel head |
| Motor | Induction motor |
| Track system | 8-track 2-channel stereo |
| Frequency characteristic | 30 Hz to 10 kHz |
| Wow and flutter | Not more than 0.25% |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 45 dB or more |
| Reference output level / impedance | Line out : 0.5V/3.3k Ω or more |
| Pwer | 100 VAC, 50Hz/60Hz |
| Power consumption | Approx. 16W |
| External dimensions | Width 197x Height 95.5x Depth 238 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 2.7 kg |
| Attachment | Remote control box |