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Pioneer RT-707 Vintage Reel-to-Reel – Professionally Restored – Fully Tested – 1-Year WarrantyProfessionally Restored by HQaudios – Fully Tested – Backed by Our 1-Year WarrantyCondition: Tested, serviced and restored – Excellent sound, great working. With over 2,000 fully serviced and certified vintage receivers/speakers delivered. HQAudios stands as one of the most reputable sources for high-quality audio units. If you're browsing on a mobile device, scroll down and tap the Title to view the complete description.1/ ABOUTUp for sale is a beautiful Pioneer RT-707 Vintage Reel-to-Reel, professionally inspected, serviced, and tested by HQaudios. This unit has been prepared for reliable playback and recording performance while preserving the classic analog character that makes vintage reel-to-reel machines so desirable.This machine is ideal for collectors, vintage audio enthusiasts, tape lovers, studio-style systems, and buyers who want a serviced RTR with the confidence of purchasing from a restoration-focused seller.2/ SPECIFICATIONS· Brand: Pioneer· Model: RT-707· Type: Vintage Reel-to-Reel· Track System: 4-Track, 2-Channel Stereo System· Tape Speeds: 3¾ ips, 7½ ips· Reel Size: Up to 7-inch Reels· Heads: 2 × Playback Heads, 1 × Record Head, 1 × Erase Head· Motors: 2 × Reel Motors, 1 × Capstan Motor· Equalization: NAB· Wow & Flutter: 0.05% WRMS at 7½ ips· Frequency Response: 20Hz – 28kHz at 7½ ips· Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 58dB· Total Harmonic Distortion: 1%· Inputs: 50mV Line, 0.25mV Microphone· Output: 0.45V Line· Functions: Playback / Recording / Fast Forward / Rewind / Pause / Counter / Auto-Reverse Playback· Power Requirement: Please Verify from Rear Label Before Use· Dimensions: 18.9" × 9.1" × 14.0"· Weight: 44.1 lbs· Included: Deck Only, Unless Otherwise Stated· Warranty: 1-Year HQaudios Warranty3/ KEY HIGHLIGHTS· Authentic Vintage Pioneer RT-707 Reel-to-Reel· Reliable 3-Motor Transport System· Auto-Reverse Playback Capability· Supports Up to 7-Inch Reels· Tape Speeds: 3¾ ips and 7½ ips· Playback and Recording Functions Tested· Transport Operation Checked· Heads, Capstan, Pinch Roller, and Tape Path Inspected· Classic Analog Reel-to-Reel Sound and Visual Presentation· Carefully Packed for Safe Shipment· Backed by Our 1-Year HQaudios Warranty4/ SOUND CHARACTERThis Pioneer RT-707 delivers the warm, smooth, and engaging analog sound that makes reel-to-reel machines highly sought after by vintage audio collectors. When properly paired with quality tape and a good system, it offers a rich, open, and natural presentation.The RT-707 is especially appreciated for its stable transport feel, clean playback, smooth tonal balance, and classic Pioneer analog character. Reel-to-reel playback provides a special listening experience with excellent musical flow, strong dynamics, and a vintage presentation that feels both refined and enjoyable.5/ COSMETIC CONDITIONThis unit is in Excellent vintage cosmetic condition. The faceplate, knobs, switches, meters, reel tables, side panels, top cover, and rear panel are shown clearly in the photos.As with most vintage audio equipment, there may be normal signs of age and previous use, including small marks, light scratches, minor finish wear, or other cosmetic imperfections as shown.Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.6/ TECHNICAL CONDITIONThis reel-to-reel has been professionally inspected, serviced, and tested by HQaudios technicians. The transport, tape path, playback, recording, meters, controls, and audio output were checked for proper operation.Service / inspection may include:· Transport Mechanism Inspected and Tested· Playback Tested at Available Tape Speeds· Recording Function Tested Where Applicable· Fast Forward and Rewind Tested· Play, Stop, Pause, and Brake Functions Checked· Heads Inspected and Cleaned· Capstan and Pinch Roller Inspected· Tape Path Cleaned and Checked· Reel Tables and Reel Movement Checked· VU Meters Tested· Input and Output Functions Tested· Switches and Controls Cleaned and Treated as Needed· Internal Inspection Completed· Extended Bench Testing and Real Listening Test CompletedAfter service and testing, this unit operates properly and is ready to enjoy.7/ VIDEO TEST & SOUND DEMOPlease contact us via eBay messages if you would like to hear a video test of this unit before purchase. We are happy to provide additional video, sound demo, or photos upon request.You may also visit our YouTube channel to hear sound demos of vintage audio equipment restored and prepared by HQaudios.8/ SUGGESTED PAIRINGThis reel-to-reel pairs beautifully with restored vintage receivers, integrated amplifiers, preamps, and speaker systems from brands such as Marantz, Pioneer, Sansui, McIntosh, JBL, Altec, Tannoy, Klipsch, Yamaha, and Kenwood.For the best result, use clean RCA cables and connect the unit to a proper tape input / tape monitor loop when available.9/ BASIC USE GUIDE· Place the Unit on a Stable, Level Surface· Use Quality Tape in Good Condition· Thread the Tape Carefully Following the Correct Tape Path· Clean the Heads and Tape Path Regularly with Proper Tape Deck Cleaning Supplies· Do Not Force Controls or Reels· Allow the Unit Proper Ventilation During Use· Contact Us if You Have Questions About Setup or Operation10/ TRADE-IN PROGRAMDo you have vintage audio equipment that you would like to trade in? We may accept receivers, amplifiers, speakers, cassette decks, reel-to-reel machines, turntables, and other classic audio gear.Please contact us with photos and details of your equipment. We will be happy to review and discuss possible trade-in options.11/ COMBO DISCOUNTLooking to build a complete vintage audio system? Ask us about pairing this reel-to-reel with a restored receiver, amplifier, speakers, cassette deck, or turntable.Save $100 when purchasing this unit together with a qualifying restored vintage audio component from HQaudios.12/ SHIPPING & PACKAGINGVintage reel-to-reel machines are heavy, delicate, and require careful packing. This unit will be professionally packed with strong protection to help ensure safe delivery.· Reels and Accessories Packed Securely When Included· Controls, Faceplate, Corners, and Rear Panel Protected· Transport Area Protected Carefully· Strong Boxing and Internal Cushioning· Tracking Information Provided After Shipment· Local Pickup May Also Be Available by Appointment13/ 1-YEAR HQAUDIOS WARRANTYThis item is backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Warranty covering proper electronic and functional operation under normal home use.Our goal is to provide a confident and comfortable buying experience. If you have any questions after receiving your item, please contact us first through eBay messages. We are here to help.Warranty does not cover misuse, physical damage, unauthorized repair, damage caused by incorrect voltage, improper tape use, worn or damaged customer-supplied tapes, or shipping damage after delivery.14/ IMPORTANT NOTE FOR BUYERSVintage reel-to-reel machines are precision mechanical and electronic devices. They require proper setup, careful handling, and regular cleaning of the heads and tape path.We do our best to describe each unit clearly and provide detailed photos so you can buy with confidence. Please review all photos, read the full description, and contact us with any questions before purchase.HQAudios – Vintage Audio Restored with Care.Professionally Restored – Fully Tested – Carefully Packed – 1-Year Warranty.
Compared with the obvious alternative of waiting for a mid-market used deal, this is ambitious at US$3,799: it sits above the 75th percentile of US$3,799 in your recent comps and well over the US$1,599 median, so you should only pay it if this example has something genuinely special behind the price. On pure market positioning, it’s at the top end of what similar used listings have been asking.
That said, Pioneer gear can be a strong buy when it’s a well-kept, original-owner piece, because the better examples tend to age gracefully and stay desirable with enthusiasts. If the listing is clean, complete, and genuinely one-year old, the upside is lower risk on wear and a better shot at long service life; if not, I’d want extras, provenance, and a very sharp cosmetic presentation to justify the premium.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Pioneer traces its roots to 1937 in Tokyo, Japan, when founder Nozomu Matsumoto, inspired by the thrill of imported hi-fi speakers, developed the A-8 dynamic speaker and launched a radio and speaker repair shop. The business formalized as Fukuin Shokai Denki Seisakusho in 1938, evolving into Pioneer Corporation and embodying Matsumoto's philosophy of "Move the Heart and Touch the Soul" through audio innovation.
The brand excels across diverse hi-fi categories, pioneering Japan's first headphones in 1960 with the SE-1 and the world's first component-based stereo system in 1965 via the PSC-5A. Pioneer's portfolio spans amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark car audio advancements like the 1975 Supertuner-equipped stereo and the 1986 in-car CD player, blending home and automotive excellence.
Today, Pioneer holds a commanding mid-to-high-tier position in the market, revered for reliable, performance-driven gear that balances premium quality with accessibility. Its vintage components attract collectors, while current offerings appeal to discerning buyers seeking robust, innovative sound reproduction without boutique excess.
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