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For sale: a Sony DTC-790 Digital Audio Tape recorder, a full-size home DAT deck from the mid-1990s.
The DTC-790 offers both analogue and digital connectivity and was designed for high-quality stereo recording and playback. This example has been serviced, with attention given to the DAT mechanism and pinch roller.
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Cosmetic condition:
Used condition with minor cosmetic wear.
Light scratches and marks on the top cover
A few small scratches on the side panels
Front panel remains clean and presentable
Controls and lettering are in good condition
No major dents or structural damage visible
Please inspect the photos for the exact cosmetic condition
Functional Status:
Powers on
Display illuminates
DAT mechanism operates
Unit has been serviced
Service Performed:
DAT mechanism serviced
Pinch roller replaced
Pot-meters cleaned
Specs:
Brand: SonyModel: DTC-790Type: Digital Audio Tape DeckTrack System: 2-channel stereoTape Speed: 4.075 / 8.15 mm/sRecording Time: Up to 240 minutesD/A Converter: 16-bit linearSampling Frequencies: 48 / 44.1 / 32 kHzFrequency Response: 2 Hz – 22 kHzSignal-to-Noise Ratio: 90 dBDynamic Range: 90 dBTHD: 0.005%Digital Inputs: Coaxial, OpticalDigital Output: OpticalDimensions: 430 × 122 × 325 mmWeight: 5 kgPower: 220–230 V, 50/60 HzPower Consumption: 30 WMade in: Japan
Dimensions (LxWxH): 430 × 122 × 325 mmWeight: 7 KgVolts: 220-230v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)
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Picking up the item is also possible. It can be picked up in Alkmaar
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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
Ambitious, not a bargain. At US$621, this sits well above the typical used market anchor of US$115 median, US$63 at the 25th percentile, and US$228 at the 75th percentile, so the ask is roughly in premium territory rather than normal used-buy territory.
That said, this is a respected DAT deck, and a serviced/repaired example has real appeal if the work was done properly. Buyers should value the service history, but at this price the key question is proof: what was repaired, who did it, and whether the transport, heads, and all playback/record functions are fully verified. A clean, fully documented unit can still make sense for a serious DAT user, but this is priced like a top-tier example, not an easy buy.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sony emerged from the ruins of post-World War II Japan, founded on May 7, 1946, by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo K.K. in Tokyo's Nihonbashi district. Starting with radio repairs and Japan's first magnetic tape recorder, the duo secured transistor licensing from Bell Labs, pioneering the TR-55 transistor radio in 1955. Renamed Sony Corporation in 1958—from the Latin "sonus" for sound—the brand symbolized Japan's ascent from cheap imitations to innovative leadership, fueled by Ibuka's engineering prowess and Morita's global marketing vision.
Sony's hi-fi legacy spans headphones, amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark formats like the Compact Disc in 1982 and Blu-ray. Iconic products include the Walkman for portable audio revolution and Trinitron televisions, blending consumer accessibility with cutting-edge tech. Today, offerings like the Signature Series headphones and ES amplifiers target discerning listeners seeking refined soundstaging and dynamic range.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end powerhouse, Sony commands respect among knowledgeable buyers for blending mass-market reliability with premium performance, outpacing many pure audiophile brands in innovation and value. Far from vintage relic or niche boutique, it dominates with forward-thinking engineering, holding strong market share in headphones and streaming ecosystems.
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