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Nakamichi 500 Dual Tracer
Throughout much of its history, cassettes were deemed inferior to reels or vinyl among audiophiles.
But then along came Nakamichi stereo cassette decks. The year was 1973.
This dual cassette deck was released between 1974 and 1978.
Two models came out in the 500 series. This one and the 550 Versatile Cassette System, which some claim is [...]
AKAI Reel to Reel Player
Before MP3s, compact discs, 8-track and cassette tapes there were audio reels. These were played on reel-to-reel tape decks. And you know what? For my money, they sound better than any of the aforementioned audio formats.
This particular reel-to-reel tape deck is owned by an audiophile friend of mine (eBay user ID: TechnoRay). I borrowed it [...]
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