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Cassette Deck from Marantz

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  • WinningDaysWinningDays

    Perfect... but lacks a panning option

    Marantz SD 3020Published on 05/08/25 at 01:20

    Technical Specifications

    Device type: Stereo cassette deck
    Speeds: 4.76 cm/sec (normal) and 9.5 cm/sec (high)
    Tape types: Compatible with four cassette types (ferric, chrome, ferro-chrome, metal)
    Channels: Two, each controlled by a single volume potentiometer
    Noise reduction: Dolby Noise Reduction (Dolby NR) system

    Positives

    Speed versatility: Choice between normal and high speed, handy depending on your needs and tape length.
    Compatibility: Handles all tape types — ferric, chrome, ferro-chrome, or metal.
    Dolby NR noise reduction: Reduces noise without sacrificing too much high-end, which is a good trade-off.

    Negatives

    No panning mixer: If you're …
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    Technical Specifications

    Device type: Stereo cassette deck
    Speeds: 4.76 cm/sec (normal) and 9.5 cm/sec (high)
    Tape types: Compatible with four cassette types (ferric, chrome, ferro-chrome, metal)
    Channels: Two, each controlled by a single volume potentiometer
    Noise reduction: Dolby Noise Reduction (Dolby NR) system

    Positives

    Speed versatility: Choice between normal and high speed, handy depending on your needs and tape length.
    Compatibility: Handles all tape types — ferric, chrome, ferro-chrome, or metal.
    Dolby NR noise reduction: Reduces noise without sacrificing too much high-end, which is a good trade-off.

    Negatives

    No panning mixer: If you're only using one channel, the sound is either left or right. A panning mixer would have been a valuable addition.
    Limited features: Maybe a higher-end version of this model would offer more control, but I can’t confirm that.

    This player is solid in its field, but the lack of mixing features might frustrate users looking for more audio control.
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