Sony TC-KE500S Features

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Sony TC-KE500S TAPE DECK

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Features

Three-head design with separate, individually optimized heads for Erase, Record and Play; promotes wide frequency response, extended dynamic range
Record Monitoring lets you check the sound quality of your tape as you record
Automatic Monitor Switch with indicator assists you by automatically selecting "Tape" when you enter the Play mode
Ultra-stable 2-motor transport for superb smoothness, reduced wow & flutter
Dolby S-Type Noise Reduction minimizes noise, distortion and high-frequency compression; lowers mid-frequency noise by 24 dB; is extremely compatible with car and portable cassette players equipped with Dolby B NR
Dolby B and C noise reduction
Dolby HX Pro Headroom Extension varies bias level for crisper, more impactful highs
Bias and Record Calibration with built-in oscillator adjusts the recording parameters to match any specific tape
160 kHz Super Bias electronics reduces bias-induced beat frequencies, promotes extended high frequency response
FET playback amplifier for extremely linear response, extremely low distortion
Mid-Ship drive reduces chassis flexing; places the drive between the power supply and the audio circuits to reduce radiated noise
Sorbothane cassette stabilizer reduces the spread of vibration through the cassette shell
Ceramic cassette holder resists resonance
High-density Permalloy Record and Playback heads for high maximum flux density, wide dynamic range
Switchable MPX Filter blocks the 19 kHz multiplex pilot tone of FM stereo broadcasts for proper Dolby NR tracking when you record off the air
Full logic feather-touch transport controls respond to even slight finger contact; full logic lets you go directly between modes, for example, from Fast-Forward to Rewind, without first pressing Play
Linear Time Counter of minutes and seconds with Counter Memory
Multiple AMS Track Search lets you automatically skip up to 9 tracks forward or back
16-segment fluorescent peak level meters help you set record levels
Record Level and Balance controls for easy level setting
Auto Play can automatically shift into Play after Rewind or Fast Forward
Record Mute helps put silent intervals between songs as you record
High-speed Fast Forward and Rewind reduces waiting, enhances convenience
Gold-plated headphone jack for private listening
Remote capable with compatible remote-controlled Sony Receiver

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