Sony TC-K22 2-Head Single Stereo Cassette Deck with Dolby-B 1980

Manufactured between 1980 and 1982, the Sony TC-K22 cassette deck looks basic but when you use it you realise it's more than what you think. Simplicity always wins. This is true for both the design and the technical solution inside the metal case. The deck has a Tri-Duty DC Servo Motor that provides decent audio performance despite its entry-level status. It’s equipped with the Sony SD-head that sounds clear and dynamic. The playback is stabile, the machine rewinds and fast forwards really quick. The VU-meters are widened and friendly lit. The tape selector differs Type-I, FeCr, CrO2 and Metal tapes types. It's been a very nice experience recording with it. A truly lovable deck.
This is a completely restored, cleaned and tested piece in excellent condition as seen in the photos and in video, all functions work properly.

Specifications
Manufacturer: Sony Corporation; Tokyo
Model: TC-K 22
Serial No: 534281
Type: Cassette Tape Deck
Years of manufacture: 1980 - 1982
Manufactured in: Korea
Dimensions (WHD): 430 x 100 x 270 mm
Net weight: 4.5 kg 

Technical Data
Alternating Current supply (AC): 220 Volt
Material: Metal case
Shape: Book-shelf unit
Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck 
Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo 
Tape Speed: 4.75 cm/s 
Heads: 1 x Record / Playback, 1 x erase
Tape Type: Type-I, FeCr, CrO2, Metal
Noise Reduction: Dolby-B

Frequency Response:
with TYPE IV (Metallic) 20Hz to 16kHz  (30Hz to 15kHz DIN)
with TYPE III (Fe-Cr) 20Hz to 16kHz  (30Hz to 15kHz DIN)
with TYPE II (EHF) 20Hz to 15kHz  (30Hz to 14kHz DIN)
with TYPE I (BHF) 20Hz to 14kHz  (30Hz to 12.5kHz DIN) 

Signal to Noise Ratio: 58dB at peak level - Dolby Off
Improved by 5dB at 1kHz, 10dB above 5kHz - Dolby On
Wow and Flutter: 0.07% WRMS
Total Harmonic Distortion: 1.0%
Bias Frequency: 105kHz
Input: 77.5mV (line), 0.25mV (mic)
Output: 0.435V (line)

International shipping in a hard cardboard box, carefully and safely lined.

Tags: Sony TC-K22, Cassette Deck, Tape Deck, 80s Tape Deck