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For sale: Tascam - DA-30MKII - Digital Audio Tape Deck - New Belts
Cosmetic condition:
New Belts
Mechanism has been repaired
Rackmount
Very occasionally, an error 02 may appear after rewinding; this error indicates that there is a loop in the tape. There is a solution for this. Turn the Tascam off and on again > open and close the tray, done.
Specs:
Type: digital audio tape deck
Track System: 2-channel stereo
Tape Speed: 4.075, 8.15, 12.225 mm/s
Recording Time: 240 minutes
Heads: 1000, 2000rpm, rotary
Sampling Frequency: 48, 44.1, 32kHz
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio: 92dB
Dynamic Range: 93dB
Channel Separation: 85dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.004%
Digital Inputs: coaxial, AES/EBU
Digital Outputs: coaxial, AES/EBU
Dimensions (LxWxH): xxcmWeight: Kg 10Volts: 220v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)
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State of listing: If a listing is listed ''for parts or not working'' returns are not accepted.
When we offer our products with the notice ''Serviced'' or ''Fully serviced'' that means the device is either ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service
The Tascam DA-30 MK II is a respected, workhorse DAT recorder that bridges the semi-pro and professional markets, offering switchable 44.1kHz and 48kHz sampling without SCMS copy protection. At US$656, this asking price is a clear bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of US$911 from your database ground truth, and significantly under the median of US$1,166. This is not just fair; it is an excellent deal for a functional unit of this caliber.
This machine is prized for its robust 1-bit AD/DA architecture, fast 70-second wind time, and unmeasurable wow and flutter, making it a reliable choice for archiving and backup. Its rackmount 3U format and comprehensive digital and analog I/O (SPDIF, AES/EBU, balanced XLR) add to its value. For an enthusiast seeking a proven DAT deck, this clean listing at such a low price represents a genuine buying opportunity, especially given the rarity of working DAT hardware today.
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Tascam is a Japanese professional-audio brand whose roots trace back to TEAC, founded in 1953 by the Tani brothers. The TASCAM name emerged in the late 1960s as TEAC Audio Systems Corporation, and it was formally established in 1971 as TEAC’s U.S. distribution and development arm for recorder products aimed at musicians and studios.
The brand is best known for recorders, mixers, field recorders, multitrack production units, audio interfaces, and related studio gear. Its catalogue has historically centered on practical recording tools rather than lifestyle hi-fi, with strong associations to cassette Portastudios, reel-to-reel machines, and compact pro-audio components.
In the market, Tascam sits in the pro-audio and project-studio space rather than the high-end audiophile tier. Its reputation is built on utility, durability, and value, and some vintage models have become collector favorites, but the brand is not typically positioned as a boutique or luxury hi-fi name.
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