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Reel to Reel decks

Is anyone out there using reel to reels anymore? I remember at one time(30 years ago), they were probably some of the best analog reproduction equipment out there. Of course, it doesn't matter much if you can't buy good prerecorded tapes. I've googled prerecorded tapes, but haven't found much out there. Anyone have a good source? Also, can anyone recommend a good deck?
handymann
orpheus10
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Mikelavigne, how many reel to reel tape decks do you have at present?
mikelavigne
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currently i have 3, the Studer A-820, the Ampex ATR-102 and Technics RS-1500.
orpheus10
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Mikelavigne, is your technics 2 track or 4 track. Which ones are direct drive?
mikelavigne
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Orpheus, the Technics RS-1500 is a 4-track/2-track machine.
it does 3 3/4ips, 7 1/2ips and 15ips.

i have about 20 7 1/2 2-track tapes and maybe 100 7 1/2ips 4-track tapes.

i'm not sure what you are referring to regarding applying the term 'direct drive' to an RTR deck. my understanding is that the Technics does have the motors directly connected to the reel shafts.
orpheus10
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Mikelavigne, can you discribe the audible difference between 2 track and 4 track playback?
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