Realistic SCT-5

The Realistic SCT-5 is a stereo cassette deck, it was introduced by Realistic in 1971 with a recommended retail price of USD $120.

The main features of the Realistic SCT-5 are: 2 heads, analog 3 digit tape counter, 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 left side 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 SCT-5 are analog needle VU reading meters. Mechanical transport controls for reliable SCT-5 transport function selection.

Compact Cassette

Historic events

1971 The liquid-crystal display (LCD) invented by James Fergason

Features of Realistic SCT-5

Display
Display
3-Digıt Mechanical Counter Analog Needle Meters
Cassette Exterior
Exterior
Orientation Left Top Loading Wood Case Black Finish
Compact Cassette
General
Stereo
Head
Head Configuration
2 Head Desiǥn 4 Track / 2 Channel
Controls
Operation
Mechanical Transport Control
Tape Speed
Speed
1⅞ ips - 4.76 cm/s
Tape
Tape
Normal Tape Capabılity Chrome Tape Capabılity
Transport
Transport
Sìngle Capsŧan Transport Belt Drive (Capsŧan) Mechanical Tape Loading

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