Released in 1964

Studer J 37 Tape Recorder

The Studer J 37 Tape Recorder is a legendary piece of audio equipment that has etched its name in music history. Renowned for its exceptional sound quality and reliability, the J 37 was the tape recorder of choice at the iconic Abbey Road Studios. This masterpiece of engineering played a pivotal role in recording some of the most celebrated albums in history, including The Beatles’ groundbreaking work.

Released in 1976

Ampex ATR-100 Series Professional Audio Recorder

In the world of two track analogue mastering audio recorders, the Ampex ATR-100 Series recorders are regarded as the finest reel to reel audio mastering recorders ever made. The fact that they are still in use today, more than forty years later is surely testament to that.

Released in 1976

TEAC A-2300SX Stereo Tape Recorder

The TEAC A-2300SX is a 4-track, 2-channel reel-to-reel recorder from the mid-1970s, designed for home and semi-pro use. It features a three-motor transport, three-head design, and supports 7-inch reels at two speeds. With solid build quality and a frequency response up to 28 kHz, it remains a reliable and respected machine.

Released in 1977

Revox B77 Stereo Tape Recorder

The Revox B77 is a ¼-inch reel-to-reel recorder released in 1977, known for its robust build, high-fidelity sound, and precise tape handling. It features a three-motor drive, Revodur heads, and real-time monitoring, with multiple speed variants and Dolby noise reduction options. Widely used in professional and home studios, it remains one of the most iconic analogue tape machines ever made.

Released in 1977

Pioneer RT-707 Auto-Reverse Recorder

The Pioneer RT-707 is a compact, high-performance 4-head reel-to-reel tape deck featuring auto-reverse playback, direct-drive capstan, and a 3-motor transport system. With independent left/right recording, pitch control, dual-speed operation, and selectable bias and EQ, it offers professional-grade functionality in a domestic format. Renowned for its reliability, precision engineering, and enduring design, the RT-707 remains a highly respected and collectible deck from the golden era of hi-fi.

Released in 1978

Studer A800 24 Track Analogue Recorder

The Studer A800 holds a special place in recording history as one of the most legendary multitrack tape machines ever made. Introduced in 1978, it became a studio staple throughout the 1980s and 1990s, prized for its exceptional sound quality, reliability, and engineering precision. Widely adopted by top studios around the world, the Studer A800 was used on countless classic albums across genres, becoming synonymous with the rich, warm sound of analogue multitrack recording.

Released in 1978

Brenell Mini 8 Analogue Recorder

The Brenell Mini 8 is a professional-grade tape recorder that combines traditional precision engineering with cutting-edge electronic circuitry, offering superior performance and reliability for recording and broadcasting studios.

Released in 1979

TASCAM 32 Stereo Tape Recorder

The TASCAM 32 is a half-track, ¼-inch reel-to-reel recorder introduced in 1979, designed for professional stereo mastering. Featuring a 3-head design, direct-drive capstan, and dual tape speeds (15 and 7½ ips), it offered reliable performance with NAB EQ and both XLR and RCA connections. Known for its sonic clarity and robust build, it became a staple in studios and broadcast settings, and remains sought after by analogue enthusiasts today.

Released in 1979

Pioneer RT-909 Auto-Reverse Recorder

The Pioneer RT-909 is a premium 4-head, 3-motor reel-to-reel tape deck featuring a closed-loop dual capstan transport, auto-reverse playback, ±6% pitch control, and full logic operation. Designed for high-fidelity home use but built to a near-professional standard, it offers outstanding speed stability, low distortion, wide frequency response, and intuitive controls.

Released in 1980

Mitsubishi X-80 Digital Recorder

The Mitsubishi X-80 Digital Recorder was a pioneering audio recorder that offered significant improvements in fidelity and accuracy over analogue recording technologies upon its release in 1980.

Released in 1981

TASCAM 44 4-Track Tape Recorder

The TASCAM 44 is a 4-track ¼-inch reel-to-reel recorder designed for professional mastering, editing, and video sync applications. It supports 7½ and 15 ips tape speeds, offers full servo-controlled transport with quartz-referenced motors, and delivers wide frequency response up to 22 kHz, low wow and flutter, and high signal-to-noise ratio.