Released in 1981

Revox B 710 Cassette Recorder

The Revox B 710 is a four-motor, quartz-synchronised cassette recorder built to professional standards by Studer Revox. It features a direct-drive dual-capstan transport, microprocessor control, and automatic tape-type detection. With separate Dolby B processors for each channel, a quartz-locked time counter, and fully electronic operation, the B 710 delivers long-term stability, precise tape handling, and high-fidelity performance.

Released in 1982

TASCAM 244 Portastudio 4 Track Recorder

In 1982, Tascam introduced the Tascam 244 Portastudio, revolutionising the recording world, especially for home musicians. This four-track cassette recorder made high-quality multi-track recording more accessible and allowed musicians to create complex demos from home. It also impacted professional studios by enabling artists to pre-produce tracks more efficiently, marking a turning point in music production history.

Released in 1983

TASCAM 234 Syncaset Recorder

The TASCAM 234 Syncaset 4-channel cassette deck was a groundbreaking audio recorder based on the Portastudio transport, that was introduced in 1983. It failed to achieve the wide acceptance of the all mighty Portastudio however.

Released in 1985

Studer A721 Cassette Tape Recorder

The Studer A721 is a professional cassette recorder with superb audio performance, reliability, and convenient operating concept, including a four-motor tape transport mechanism and modular audio electronics with automatic record parameter calibration.

Released in 1987

Akai MG614 4 Track Recorder

The Akai MG614 Recorder was a high-end cassette multitrack recorder and mixer offering four audio tracks plus a dedicated sync signal on track 1. With a six-channel mixer, twin parametric EQs, dbx noise reduction, dual tape speeds, and a built-in auto locator, it delivered professional features for serious home recording. Designed for seamless MIDI integration and efficient workflow, it was a powerful tool for musicians committed to four-track production.

Released in 1988

TASCAM 238 Syncaset Recorder

TASCAM, in 1988, pulled off the impossible by releasing the TASCAM 238 Syncaset and cramming 8 tracks onto a single cassette tape, and somehow they got it to work without compromising sound quality.

Released in 1989

TASCAM 644 MIDIStudio 4 Track Cassette Recorder

TASCAM 644 MIDIStudio combines analogue cassette multitrack recording with built-in MIDI synchronisation and a 99-scene recall memory. It offers sixteen inputs on eight channels, dual-mix routing into four busses, two inputs per channel with trim and three-band EQ, two sends, four effect returns and real-time MIDI mute automation.

Released in 1989

TASCAM 688 MIDIStudio 8 Track Cassette Recorder

The TASCAM 688 MIDIStudio is an eight-channel cassette multitrack recorder with dual-mix routing, built-in MIDI synchronisation, 99-scene recall, real-time MIDI mute automation and extensive EQ, send and insert flexibility for hybrid analogue-MIDI production.

Released in 1990

Sony MU-D100 Stereo Cassette Recorder

Released in 1990, the Sony MU-D100 recorder features a design aesthetic that matches the Sony MU-R201, while offering advanced editing capabilities and a highly durable mechanism for professional use.

Released in 1991

TASCAM 488 Portastudio 8 Track Cassette Recorder

The Tascam 488 Portastudio is an eight-track, eight-channel rackmount recording system that combines a twelve-input mixer (eight mono channels with trim and EQ plus two stereo auxiliaries, four group busses and dual effect sends) with a four-track simultaneous overdub recorder at 9.5 cm/s.

Released in 1994

TASCAM 112 MkII Cassette Recorder

The TASCAM 112 MKII is a two-head stereo cassette deck featuring automatic tape bias selection, Dolby B/C noise reduction, Dolby HX Pro, three-point memory and professional I/O options.