Neal 102 Cassette Deck
The Neal 102 is a stereo cassette deck with Dolby B noise reduction, it was introduced by Neal in 1974.
The main features of the Neal 102 are: 2 heads, analog 3 digit tape counter, manual tape type selection with support for normal and chrome tapes, belt driven single-capstan transport.
Typical of this deck is the 70's top loading layout with the cassette compartiment located on the center of the deck. Tape eject is operated mechanically and the cassette needs to be placed with the side to be played facing forward in the cassette well.
Level meters used on the 102 are analog needle VU reading meters. Mechanical transport controls for reliable 102 transport function selection.
The Dolby-B system reduces tape hiss on tapes recorded on the 102 by as much as 10 dB at the highest frequencies.
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Features of Neal 102
Stereo / Mono input selector
3-Digıt Mechanical Counter
Analog Needle Meters
Silver Finish
Orientation Center
Top Loading
Wood Case
Stereo
2 Head Desiǥn
4 Track / 2 Channel
Dolby-B Noise Reduction
Mechanical Transport Control
Alternating Current
Master Record Level Control
1⅞ ips - 4.76 cm/s
Normal Tape Capabılity
Manual Tape Type Selection
Chrome Tape Capabılity
1x Motor Mechanism
Sìngle Capsŧan Transport
Belt Drive (Capsŧan)
Mechanical Tape Loading
Auto Stop
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