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For sale: a Yamaha KX-393 stereo cassette deck, a reliable and great-sounding tape deck from Yamaha's well-known hi-fi lineup. The KX-393 is appreciated for its clean playback, stable transport, and simple, no-nonsense design, making it ideal for both everyday listening and tape archiving.
Condition:
The cassette deck is in minor damaged condition.
- Some scuffs on the top of the front panel
- Light signs of normal use
- No cracks or missing parts
Technically fully functional
Playback, recording, and all controls operate correctly.
The cosmetic wear is purely visual
''Important note when tested: When we find there's either a small thing wrong, or not 100% working we offer our listings for parts or repair to avoid unwanted issues after purchase''
Specs:
Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck
Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape Speed: 4.76 cm/s
Heads: 1 x record/playback, 1 x erase
Motor: DC servo
Tape Type: type I, CrO2, Metal
Noise Reduction: B, C
Headroom Extension: HX Pro
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 19kHz (Metal tape)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 74dB (dolby C)
Wow and Flutter: 0.07%
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.8%
Input: 100mV (line)
Output: 0.57V (line)
Dimensions: 435 x 125.5 x 283mm
Weight: 4.4kg
Year: 1998
Dimensions (LxWxH): 43x26x11cm
Weight: 5Kg
Volts: 230v (in case of only 230v. in USA you will need a adapter)
Working condition: Fully working (See pictures for the cosmetic condition of this lot)
Missing or damages: Minor Usage Marks
Does come with fixed power cable.
We ship worldwide.
Will ship to the USA as well. We ship DDP bases (Delivery Dutie Paid)
-Shipping in the EU up to 30 KG (max)
-Shipping outside of the EU up to 20 KG (max)
Please note: ‘'Whenever an item exceeds the weight noted above. Please ask for a shipping quote before making a purchase. The shipping costs are estimated in our shop because we do not know the shipping address.
Picking up the item is also possible. It can be picked up in Alkmaar
Delivery by us is also possible in some cases. Please reach out to us for more information about deliveries
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 lightly ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service
Generating expert take…
Yamaha stands as one of the world's most storied audio manufacturers, with roots extending far beyond consumer electronics. Founded in 1887 by Torakusu Yamaha in Hamamatsu, Japan, the company began as a reed organ manufacturer before expanding into pianos and eventually becoming a comprehensive musical instrument maker. This deep heritage in acoustics and materials science would prove foundational to its later audio ventures. The company operated under its original name, Nippon Gakki Co., Ltd., until 1987, when it was renamed Yamaha Corporation in honor of its centennial.
Yamaha's entry into high-fidelity audio proved transformative for the industry itself. In 1954, the company released the Yamaha Hi-Fi Player, widely recognized as the world's first audio component to bear the "Hi-Fi" designation in its name. The company subsequently built a comprehensive product portfolio spanning amplifiers—beginning with the acclaimed A-100 in 1960—speakers, turntables, and digital audio equipment. The NS-1000 speakers, introduced in 1974 with beryllium drivers, became iconic reference monitors. Yamaha also pioneered digital audio technology, shipping the world's first CD recorder in 1988.
Today, Yamaha occupies a distinctive position as a mid-to-high-end generalist rather than a niche specialist. The brand commands respect among both casual listeners and serious audiophiles, balancing accessibility with genuine engineering credibility. Its reputation rests on six decades of consistent innovation, proven reliability, and the unique advantage of applying musical instrument expertise to audio reproduction. Vintage Yamaha components remain highly sought by collectors, while current products maintain the brand's tradition of delivering performance and durability across multiple price tiers.
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