{"product_id":"technics-rs-bx646-3-head-stereo-cassette-deck-dolby-b-c-hx-pro","title":"Technics RS‑BX646 3‑Head Stereo Cassette Deck Dolby B C HX Pro","description":"Brand: Technics\nModel: RS‑BX646\nType: Stereo cassette deck\nHeads: 3‑Head with off‑tape monitoring\nNoise Reduction: Dolby B \/ Dolby C \/ HX Pro\nDimensions: 430 × 125 × 293 mm\nWeight: 4.6 kg\nColour: Black \/ Anthracite\n\nTechnics RS‑BX646 Stereo Cassette Deck\nA high‑quality early‑1990s Technics 3‑head cassette deck, manufactured in Japan and designed for accurate recording and playback. This model features true 3‑head monitoring, allowing real‑time comparison between source and tape during recording, alongside Dolby B \u0026amp; C noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension for improved high‑frequency performance.\nThe deck supports Type I, CrO₂ (Type II), and Metal (Type IV) tapes and includes Advanced ATC (Auto Tape Calibration) for optimised bias and level matching. A solid chassis with Technics Hybrid Construction Base helps minimise resonance.\n\nCondition\nTested and fully working\nAll functions operate correctly\nCosmetic wear present, including surface scratches on the top panel (clearly shown in photos)\nNo structural damage or technical faults\n\nWhat’s Included\nTechnics RS‑BX646 cassette deck only\nNo original box or manuals included\n\nDeck Type: Single cassette deck\nTrack System: 4‑track, 2‑channel stereo\nTape Speed: 4.8 cm\/s\nHeads: 3 (record\/playback + erase)\nMotors: 3 (capstan, reel, door)\n\nFrequency Response:\nNormal: up to 18 kHz\nChrome: up to 19 kHz\nMetal: up to 20 kHz\n\nSignal‑to‑Noise Ratio:\nDolby C: 74 dB\n\nWow \u0026amp; Flutter: 0.07% WRMS\nInputs: Line In (REC) 100 mV \/ 47 kΩ\nOutputs: Line Out (PLAY) 500 mV \/ 500 Ω\nPower: 230–240 V AC, 50\/60 Hz\nPower Consumption: 21 W\nDimensions (W×H×D): 430 × 125 × 293 mm\nWeight: 4.6 kg\nCountry of Manufacture: Japan\n\nTechnics cassette deck, RS‑BX646, 3 head cassette deck, Dolby HX Pro, vintage hi fi, Japanese cassette deck, Technics stereo deck, 1990s hi‑fi\n","brand":"Technics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56913072292218,"sku":"036405-1","price":198.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/9249\/6158\/files\/20260521_2F806ed046-de09-4ee7-b36a-e96018858bbcUntitled_20design_20-_202026-05-21T160521_891_png.jpg?v=1779375948","url":"https:\/\/shop.longfield.org.uk\/products\/technics-rs-bx646-3-head-stereo-cassette-deck-dolby-b-c-hx-pro","provider":"Longfield Hospice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}