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Is there an 'Audiophile' Reel-to-Reel Machine for Under $1,000?

I inherited my dad's home made reel-to-reel tapes and would like to start trying one or two or so of today's 'audiophile' tapes or 'high end' tapes at home.

I currently listen to records - mainly UK and USA classic rock, pop, reggae, electronica, folk and movie and TV sound tracks. 

Is there an obvious 'audiophile' reel-to-reel machine(s) to consider for under $1,000?   Thank you in advance for your thoughts!

vinylfun
inna
7,923 posts
 

Revox in good condition will be over $1k.

westcoastaudiophile
516 posts
 

Would recommend Akai GX-4000D, which is smaller tapes machine.. in good condition, maintained, it will run for years w/o issues! 

dynacohum
739 posts
 

I have used Pioneer, Sony, and Revox machines, and all were excellent, (and the Revoxes were not better than the others). These were all 10.5” reel machines.  The Technics direct drive models have an excellent reputation too. I doubt any of these will be under a $G though.

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larryincmh
84 posts
 

I bought a Teac X300 that comes very close to the sound quality of the revered Pioneers and was able to get one fully refurbished for $650.  I see some on eBay at or around that price. I’m very enamored with mine when I play factory issued tapes on my system.

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