Sony TC-458

Brand: Sony

The Sony TC-458 is a cassette tape deck that was manufactured by Sony Corporation in the late 1980s. It is part of the company's popular Walkman line of personal audio products.Here are some key features of the Sony TC-458:1. Compact and Portable Design: This tape deck is small and lightweight, making it easy to carry around. It measures about 6.75 inches (17.14 cm) in width, 2.32 inches (5.89 cm) in height and 7.28 inches (18.49 cm) in depth.2. Dolby B Noise Reduction: The Dolby B system reduces hiss, clattering, and other background noises that could affect the sound quality of the tapes.3. Durable Lubricant System: The lubricant used in this tape deck provides improved durability and resistance, ensuring consistent performance over time.4. Two-Speed Playback: The Sony TC-458 can play tape at either 1 78 or 3 75 revolutions per minute (RPM), offering greater flexibility for different types of content.5. Built-In Auto Reverse: The auto reverse feature allows the tape to be played on both sides without any need for manual intervention, saving time and hassle.6. High-Quality Sound: The superior sound quality of the Sony TC-458 comes from its high-output ceramic capacitor power supply, high rigidity PCB, and advanced floating head mechanism.7. Battery-Powered: The Sony TC-458 operates on four alkaline type AAA batteries, making it a convenient choice for personal or on-the-go listening.Overall, the Sony TC-458 is a reliable and high-performance cassette tape deck that is still sought after by audio enthusiasts and collectors today.

• Track system: auto reverse, 4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural system
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• Heads: 1 x playback, 1 x record, 2 x erase
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• Reel size: up to 7 inch
• Tape speed: 7 1⁄2 ips
• Wow and Flutter: 0.06%  (7 1⁄2 ips)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 30kHz  (7 1⁄2 ips)
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 56dB
• Distortion: 1.2%
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• Analogue Inputs: 60mV (line), 0.2mV (mic)
• Analogue Outputs: 0.775V (line)
• Accessories: reel, RK-74 connecting cord, head cleaning ribbon, sensing foil
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