The Pioneer CT-F9191 is an audiophile 3-motor tape transport, 4-track, 2-channel stereo cassette deck with ferrite solid record/playback heads.


The unit is in good cosmetic condition with signs of previous usage such as hairline scratches, small dings, chips, stains & discolored spots, worn-out corners and edges, hand written markers... Please consider listing photos are important part of descriptions. Zoom in and check photos for more information.

The machine was removed from a working environment (non-smoking record studio) about a year ago.

Tape play back, FF, RW and record from line in and microphone are tested.

Sound outputs are strong and clear from both headphone and line-out.

All switches, dials and RCA contact are de-oxidized and cleaned.

New belts and idler tire installed. Tape transport mechanism are fully serviced and re-aligned for smooth operation

Play head and all metal on tape path are demagnetized, cleaned and tested for tape tracking and reading. Record and play back speed (wow and flutter) have been re-calibrated within manufacturer specs.

The internal electronics circuit is in good original condition. No signs of cap leak, no degrade components, no sign of previous repair or modification.

No return if due to buyer mishandling or damage because of lack of proper operational knowledge - and above all we are watching out for the part swappers if anti-tamper stickers on the unit removed or broke off. Serial number is recorded.

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Will ship the 20 lbs unit in fully insured carrier, double boxed (up to 40 lbs totally) with foam insulation and all corner reinforced.

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Flat rate $80 expedite shipping to anywhere in the U.S to residential address only. No P.O Box.

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Description

The Pioneer CT-F9191 is an advanced cassette tape deck of original design providing easy front panel operation.

The cassette installs vertically for fast, fumble free setting. Tape running at play and record speed is performed by a DC servo motor, while a high torque mechanical governor equipped motor drives fast forward and rewind. Precision design and finishing of the capstan, belt, flywheel and tape take up mechanism combine to offer outstanding wow and flutter characteristics and stability.

The desired transport mode: record or play, fast forward, rewind, can be directly switched without alternating with the stop switch. Perfect timing is provided by a semiconductor logic circuit which functions to protect the tape from damage.

Annoying tape hiss can be significantly reduced (by approximately 10dB at high frequencies) without impairing the program source quality by the built in Dolby system.

The ferrite solid record/playback head resists abrasion and possesses numerous advantages which include long life, excellent high frequency response and head touch, plus reduced problems of dirt adhesion and magnetization noise.

3-stage direct coupled circuitry is employed in the equalizer and microphone amplifiers to provide excellent phase characteristics. Effective negative feedback is applied up to ultra high frequencies, assuring stable high frequency response and a dynamic margin exceeding 40dB of the base level.

Specifications

Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck

Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo

Tape Speed: 4.75 cm/s

Heads: 1 x record/playback, 1 x erase

Motor: 1 x playback/record, 1 x fast wind

Tape Type: type I, CrO2

Noise Reduction: B

Frequency Response: 20Hz to 17kHz  (Cr02 tape)

Signal to Noise Ratio: 63dB  (dolby B)

Wow and Flutter: 0.07%

Total Harmonic Distortion: 1.5%

Input: 65mV (line), 0.22mV (mic)

Output: 0.3V (line)

Semiconductors: 78 x transistors, 88 x diodes,

Dimensions: 457 x 197 x 315mm

Weight: 13.2kg

Year: 1975