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Vintage 1977Philips N 4512 Reel to Reel tape recorderset of new belts fitted,tested,cleaned and fully functional.Awasome reel to reel recorder,works properly,The item will be delivered as in photo,with reels attached with some music recorded,power cable and a digital copy of the user manual..Specifications:multi Voltage 110V,127V,220V,240VTrack system: 4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural systemHeads: 1 x playback, 1 x record, 1 x eraseMotor: 3 x DCReel size: up to 7 inch reelTape speeds: 1 7⁄8 3 3⁄4 7 1⁄2 ipsWow and flutter: 0.05% (7 1⁄2 ips)Frequency response: 35Hz to 26kHz (7 1⁄2 ips)Signal to Noise Ratio: 70dBTotal harmonic distortion: 3%Input: 100mV (line), 0.2mV (mic)Output: 0.25V (line)Dimensions: 16-3/8 x 16-3/4 x 7-1/4 inchesWeight: 10.5 KGYear: 1977The Philips tape recorder N 4512 is a four-track stereo tape machine from Philips.It has three heads, three motors and three tape speeds (4.75, 9.5, 19cm/s), an electronically controlled drive, front and rear tape control, tape tension control and automatic shutdown at the end of the tape or when the tape breaks (in later versions). Back-coated tape can also be used. On the front there are connections for two microphones and headphones.**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************Its vintage charisma and sound quality have made it a sought-after item among audio enthusiasts and collectors.
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Founded in Eindhoven, Netherlands, in 1891 by Gerard Philips, an engineer, and his father Frederik, a banker, Philips began as a modest light bulb manufacturer, quickly evolving into a global electronics powerhouse through relentless innovation. The brothers' early focus on quality incandescent lamps laid the groundwork for expansion into radios, televisions, and audio milestones like the 1963 compact cassette and the 1982 Compact Disc co-developed with Sony. This heritage of pioneering formats that reshaped home entertainment cements Philips as a cornerstone of 20th-century audio history.
Philips has long excelled in consumer audio categories, from vintage turntables and cassette decks to amplifiers, speakers, and complete hi-fi systems, often blending cutting-edge tech with practical design. Iconic products like the first CD player (CD-100) and early wireless Streamium systems highlight their prowess in optical media, portable recording, and integrated sound solutions, while forays into headphones and even acquiring Marantz underscored a broad portfolio.
Today, Philips occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by savvy buyers for reliable, value-driven performance rather than ultra-high-end exotica. No longer a full-spectrum electronics giant—having pivoted to health tech—its licensed audio branding delivers competent, innovation-rooted gear that's accessible yet evocative of golden-era nostalgia, appealing to both modern enthusiasts and vintage collectors.
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