Ampex AX - 300 VU Meters Six Head Auto Reverse Reel - To - Reel Tape Deck -
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:17875770 | Model: AX-300 |
| Type: Tape Recorder | Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan |
| MPN: Does Not Apply | Custom Bundle: No |
| Brand: Ampex | UPC: Does not apply |
This Ampex AX-300 six head bi-directional record/play stereo tape deck is in very good clean used condition with some wear to the back edges and corners of the wood case. All of the original parts are included and all of the buttons, knobs, and dials work as expected.
Features include:Bi-directional Record/Play/Monitor: Separate erase, record, and reproduce heads for left-to-right and right-to-left tape travel allow bi-directional recording, playback, off-the-tape monito...r, and special effects.Six Separate Heads: Two erase, two Deep=Gap record, and two Deep-Gap reproduce. All are hyperbolic type and symmetrically located on each side of a central capstan so that tape is always pulled over heads in either direction of operation for more even tape motion and better head to tape contact. No pressure pads are used or needed.Automatic Reverse: By pushing the special "Reverse Signal" button, a 20 Hz signal is recorded on the tape during recording. In playback mode the transport automatically reverses the direction of tape travel the moment the signal is picked by by the reproduce head. A signal may be applied at each end of the tape allowing continuous playback of the same tape orr automatic shut-off of the transport at the end of the complete tape. All Ampex pre-recorded tapes carry these signals.Easy-Touch Pushbutton Function Controls: Symmetrically arranged pushbuttons control all tape motion functions through positive action relay solenoid operation. Separate controls for Pause/Edit, Record/Play right-to-left, Fast Wind right-to-left, Stop, Record/Play left-to-right, Fast Wind left-to-right.Motion Sensing and Electro-mechanical Braking: Logic circuitry combined with electro-mechanical braking prevents accidental tape stretch, breaks, and spills even when changing from fast wind in one direction to play in the opposite direction.Automatic Tape Lifters: Ease tape away from the heads during fast wind operations.Pause/Edit Control: Solenoid operated control stops tape motion instantly during play or record without disengaging record circuitry. Tape lifters are overridden allowing precision editing or cueing.Three Motor Drive System: Heavy duty hysteresis synchronous motor assures steady, even tape speed regardless of line voltage fluctuations. Due-case capstan flywheel is dynamically balanced to assure stable and constant tape run. Two separate reel drive motors provide proper take-up and hold-back tension on each reel, and allow for a smooth and fast tape wind. Electro-mechanical braking action provides smooth, fast positive action. This three motor system allows extremely low tape tension to handle all tape thicknesses without need for adjustment for each tape type. Capstan idler maintains constant pressure evenly across the entire tape width, reduces edge stretch.Three-Speed Operation: Lets you choose the speed just right for your needs--1-7/8 ips for voice, 3-3/4 ips for background music, 7-1/2 ips for most serious recording. Speed change control automatically provides the proper equalization for each of the three speeds.Built-in Four Source Mixing: Four separate Velven-Touch sliding level controls allow to you mix four independent sources for monaural recording, or two stereo sources for stereo recording. Allows mixing of two line inputs with two microphone inputs for two auxiliary line inputs. Also allows mixing of three inputs during sound-on-sound.Selector Panel: Operates independently of mixing panel. Allow total recording or playback convenience with choice of stereo operation, channel one monaural operation, channel two monaural operation, sound-with-sound and sound-on-sound recording. All functions operate during right-left, or left-to-right tape travel.Stereo Echo Effect: Build-in provision allows addition of controlled feedback in both channels for stereo echo effect without the use of external patch cords. Echo effect can be added to sound-on-sound and sound-with-sound recording using external patch cords.Variable Noise Reduction Filter: Continuously variable filter allows a 12 db per octave reduction in background noise and hiss between 16K Hz and 3K Hz during playback of pre-recorded tapes.Two Large, Illuminated VU Meters: Easy to read VU meters for each channel with NAB mechanical and electrical characteristics. Monitor source or tape.Adjustable Bias and VU Meter Calibration: External adjustment provision allows selection of proper bias for any tape characteristic and adjustment of VU meter calibration.Four Solid State Preamplifiers: Utilize the latest in state of the art circuitry and components for years of stable, reliable performance.Flat Head Cover: Easily removed for cleaning, editing, etc. Permits mounting of commercial edit block.Source/Tape Monitoring: Separate switch allows to to monitor source or tape during recording. Separate tape and source/tape outputs.4-Digit Index Counter: Pushbutton reset, indexes 3, 600 foot reels.Automatic Shut-Off: Two polished rocker switches provide automatic stop of tape motion in play or wind due to break in tape or end of tape.Headphone Monitoring: Convenient front panel output for 8 ohm stereo headphones.Die Cast Turntable and Bearing Mounts: Assures long life and precision alignment of all critical parts.Handsome Walnut Base: Finished on four sides for vertical or horizontal operation.Optional Remote ControlSpecifications include:
Tape Speeds: 7-1/2 ips, 3-3/4 ips, 1-7/8 ipsTape Transport: 3-motor deck; hysteresis synchronous capstan motorSignal-to-Noise Ratio: 55 dbFrequency Response (overall): 20-20, 000 Hz (40-16K Hz +/- 3 db) @ 7-1/2 ips; 20-14, 000 Hz (40-12K Hz +/- 4 db) @ 3-13/4 ipsFlutter and Wow: less than 0.09% @ 7-1/2 ips (unweighted NAB); less than 0.15% @ 3-3/4 ipsFast Wind Time: 55 secondsSpeed Accuracy: 7-1/2ips +/- 1%; 3-3/4 ips +/- 2%Equalization: separate NAB for 7-1/2 ips, 3-3/4 ips, and 1-7/8 ips automatically selected by speed changeBias Oscillator Frequency: 100K HzInputs: 4 line (high impedance); 2 mike (high impedance-adjustable)Outputs: 2 tape out (high impedance); 2 tape/source (high impedance); 8 ohm stereo headphonePre-Amp Output Level: 1VPower Consumption: 110 wattsOverall Size: 16-12" x 14-1/2" x 8"Weight: 48 lbs.One tape reel and a copy of the Ampex AX-Series brochure are included.
Features include:Bi-directional Record/Play/Monitor: Separate erase, record, and reproduce heads for left-to-right and right-to-left tape travel allow bi-directional recording, playback, off-the-tape monito...r, and special effects.Six Separate Heads: Two erase, two Deep=Gap record, and two Deep-Gap reproduce. All are hyperbolic type and symmetrically located on each side of a central capstan so that tape is always pulled over heads in either direction of operation for more even tape motion and better head to tape contact. No pressure pads are used or needed.Automatic Reverse: By pushing the special "Reverse Signal" button, a 20 Hz signal is recorded on the tape during recording. In playback mode the transport automatically reverses the direction of tape travel the moment the signal is picked by by the reproduce head. A signal may be applied at each end of the tape allowing continuous playback of the same tape orr automatic shut-off of the transport at the end of the complete tape. All Ampex pre-recorded tapes carry these signals.Easy-Touch Pushbutton Function Controls: Symmetrically arranged pushbuttons control all tape motion functions through positive action relay solenoid operation. Separate controls for Pause/Edit, Record/Play right-to-left, Fast Wind right-to-left, Stop, Record/Play left-to-right, Fast Wind left-to-right.Motion Sensing and Electro-mechanical Braking: Logic circuitry combined with electro-mechanical braking prevents accidental tape stretch, breaks, and spills even when changing from fast wind in one direction to play in the opposite direction.Automatic Tape Lifters: Ease tape away from the heads during fast wind operations.Pause/Edit Control: Solenoid operated control stops tape motion instantly during play or record without disengaging record circuitry. Tape lifters are overridden allowing precision editing or cueing.Three Motor Drive System: Heavy duty hysteresis synchronous motor assures steady, even tape speed regardless of line voltage fluctuations. Due-case capstan flywheel is dynamically balanced to assure stable and constant tape run. Two separate reel drive motors provide proper take-up and hold-back tension on each reel, and allow for a smooth and fast tape wind. Electro-mechanical braking action provides smooth, fast positive action. This three motor system allows extremely low tape tension to handle all tape thicknesses without need for adjustment for each tape type. Capstan idler maintains constant pressure evenly across the entire tape width, reduces edge stretch.Three-Speed Operation: Lets you choose the speed just right for your needs--1-7/8 ips for voice, 3-3/4 ips for background music, 7-1/2 ips for most serious recording. Speed change control automatically provides the proper equalization for each of the three speeds.Built-in Four Source Mixing: Four separate Velven-Touch sliding level controls allow to you mix four independent sources for monaural recording, or two stereo sources for stereo recording. Allows mixing of two line inputs with two microphone inputs for two auxiliary line inputs. Also allows mixing of three inputs during sound-on-sound.Selector Panel: Operates independently of mixing panel. Allow total recording or playback convenience with choice of stereo operation, channel one monaural operation, channel two monaural operation, sound-with-sound and sound-on-sound recording. All functions operate during right-left, or left-to-right tape travel.Stereo Echo Effect: Build-in provision allows addition of controlled feedback in both channels for stereo echo effect without the use of external patch cords. Echo effect can be added to sound-on-sound and sound-with-sound recording using external patch cords.Variable Noise Reduction Filter: Continuously variable filter allows a 12 db per octave reduction in background noise and hiss between 16K Hz and 3K Hz during playback of pre-recorded tapes.Two Large, Illuminated VU Meters: Easy to read VU meters for each channel with NAB mechanical and electrical characteristics. Monitor source or tape.Adjustable Bias and VU Meter Calibration: External adjustment provision allows selection of proper bias for any tape characteristic and adjustment of VU meter calibration.Four Solid State Preamplifiers: Utilize the latest in state of the art circuitry and components for years of stable, reliable performance.Flat Head Cover: Easily removed for cleaning, editing, etc. Permits mounting of commercial edit block.Source/Tape Monitoring: Separate switch allows to to monitor source or tape during recording. Separate tape and source/tape outputs.4-Digit Index Counter: Pushbutton reset, indexes 3, 600 foot reels.Automatic Shut-Off: Two polished rocker switches provide automatic stop of tape motion in play or wind due to break in tape or end of tape.Headphone Monitoring: Convenient front panel output for 8 ohm stereo headphones.Die Cast Turntable and Bearing Mounts: Assures long life and precision alignment of all critical parts.Handsome Walnut Base: Finished on four sides for vertical or horizontal operation.Optional Remote ControlSpecifications include:
Tape Speeds: 7-1/2 ips, 3-3/4 ips, 1-7/8 ipsTape Transport: 3-motor deck; hysteresis synchronous capstan motorSignal-to-Noise Ratio: 55 dbFrequency Response (overall): 20-20, 000 Hz (40-16K Hz +/- 3 db) @ 7-1/2 ips; 20-14, 000 Hz (40-12K Hz +/- 4 db) @ 3-13/4 ipsFlutter and Wow: less than 0.09% @ 7-1/2 ips (unweighted NAB); less than 0.15% @ 3-3/4 ipsFast Wind Time: 55 secondsSpeed Accuracy: 7-1/2ips +/- 1%; 3-3/4 ips +/- 2%Equalization: separate NAB for 7-1/2 ips, 3-3/4 ips, and 1-7/8 ips automatically selected by speed changeBias Oscillator Frequency: 100K HzInputs: 4 line (high impedance); 2 mike (high impedance-adjustable)Outputs: 2 tape out (high impedance); 2 tape/source (high impedance); 8 ohm stereo headphonePre-Amp Output Level: 1VPower Consumption: 110 wattsOverall Size: 16-12" x 14-1/2" x 8"Weight: 48 lbs.One tape reel and a copy of the Ampex AX-Series brochure are included.
