{"title":"Vintage Tape Recorders \/ Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Tape Recorders \/ Accessories\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1980s-sony-fx-412uk-combination-analogue-tv-3-band-radio-cassette-player","title":"1980s Sony FX 412UK Combination Analogue TV\/3-Band Radio\/Cassette Player","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1980s Sony FX 412UK Combination Analogue TV\/3-Band Radio\/Cassette Player\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece of vintage tech is a highly collectible 1980s Sony FX 412UK Combination Analogue TV\/3-Band Radio\/Cassette Player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good condition, it is in working order, with some exceptions, as demonstrated in the following \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/kezXEAOAaZE%20\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou Tube video\u003c\/a\u003e, which forms part of this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSince the Television is analogue, you will not receive a signal but the tube does light up.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 'fast forward' facility on the cassette deck is not working and may need a new belt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe haven't tried the record facility but it rewinds and plays satisfactorily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe radio is working on all three wavebands, MW,SW, FM.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kezXEAOAaZE\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Sony Corporation, Tokyo, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear: 1980\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValves: 1\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain principle: Superheterodyne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSony FX-412UK:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e~4\" b\/w TV with GB-UK standard CCIR I UHF tuner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFM \u0026amp; AM radio, detachable AC adaptor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSW: 3.9 - 12 MHz, ext. AC adaptor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCassette-Recorder or Cassette-Player Power type and voltage Powered by external power supply or a main unit. \/ 12; 6 x 1.5 Volt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate Dimensions (WHD)31.5 x 9.4 x 22.2 cm \/ 12.4 x 3.7 x 8.7 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Original Sony Mains Power Supply is included, which clips on the side of the TV.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-antique-radios-and-equipment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage radio equipment \u003c\/a\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-technology-scientific-engineering-imaging-medical-equipment-instruments-tools\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etechnology.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sony","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36261472829589,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC08800.jpg?v=1601022015"},{"product_id":"1970s-akai-4000ds-open-reel-to-reel-tape-recorder-with-original-box","title":"1970s AKAI 4000DS Open Reel to Reel Tape Recorder With Original Box","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1970s AKAI 4000DS Open Reel to Reel Tape Recorder With Original Box\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1970s AKAI 4000DS Open Reel to Reel Tape Recorder even comes with its original box but not the internal plastic packaging! The take up reel is included, as are two \u003cem\u003eRealistic\u003c\/em\u003e branded reel holders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn excellent cosmetic condition, with a few minor surface scuffs\/blemishes, this tape recorder is working well and looks to have had little use. Have a look at\/listen to it working in the following \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/-H0ckUVgqKw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou Tube video.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(NB: The headphones and feed spool reel and tape, shown in the You Tube video and\/or images, are for demonstration purposes only and are \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e included in this sale)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-H0ckUVgqKw\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Akai 4000DS is a three head, four-track, two-channel stereo, reel to reel tape recorder for use with 7\" reels. Akai's one-micron gap playback head assured clear playback sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack system: 4-track, 2-channel, stereo\/monaural system\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeads: 1 x record, 1 x playback, 1 x erase\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor: 1 x SSM-1 4-pole induction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReel size: up to 7 inch reel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape speeds: 3 3⁄4  7 1⁄2 ips\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWow and flutter: 0.15% (7 1⁄2 ips)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 30Hz to 23kHz (7 1⁄2 ips)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal to Noise Ratio: 50dB\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion: 1.5%\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrosstalk: 50dB\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput: 70mV (line), 7mV (DIN), 0.8mV (mic)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 1.228V (line), 0.4V (DIN)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemiconductors: 11 x transistors, 4 x IC, 4 x diodes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 40.6 x 31.4 x 19.cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 11.4kg\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box isn't in fantastic condition but it is intact!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-hifi-and-accessories\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage HiFi.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AKAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38198933094549,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC00978.jpg?v=1613736669"},{"product_id":"1960s-morse-high-speed-military-keyer-ky468-gra71-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder-morse-key","title":"1960s Morse High Speed Military Keyer KY468 \/ GRA71. An Electromechanical Burst Encoder Morse Key","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1960s Morse High Speed Military Keyer KY468 \/ GRA71. An Electromechanical Burst Encoder Morse Key\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1960s Morse High Speed Military Keyer KY468 \/ GRA71. An Electromechanical Burst Encoder Morse Key which forms part of covert surveillance (spying) radio communication history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small device, the KE-8 or KY468, is known as a keyer and is effectively a form of 'morse key'. The clandestine message is pre-recorded on the mechanical tape cartridge, which is powered by an internal spring-motor manually wound via the small handle on the side of the device prior to transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the military version of the keyer in a black box; the set was designated GRA71. It was used with USA army radios and CIA spy radio sets such as the AN\/PRC-64A and RS-1 (AN\/GRC-109).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very rare item and often missing from the GRA71 burst coder spy set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Electromechanical Burst Encoder was invented by \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStenographic Machines in Skokie, Illinois, USA, for the CIA (\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003eentral\u003cstrong\u003e I\u003c\/strong\u003entelligence \u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003egency). It allowed pre-recorded messages to be sent, in morse code, at very high speeds. This was an essential requirement ensuring that the operator was on air for the minimum time possible to prevent detection by RDF (\u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003eadio\u003cstrong\u003e D\u003c\/strong\u003eetection\u003cstrong\u003e F\u003c\/strong\u003einding).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-military-radio-equipment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eradio communication accessories\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/militaria\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMilitaria\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stenographic Machines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42166982344961,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/1960sMorseHighSpeedMilitaryKeyerKY468_GRA71.AnElectromechanicalBurstEncoderMorseKey.jpg?v=1639067554"},{"product_id":"copy-of-1960s-military-morse-magazine-recording-tape-ma9-gra71-for-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder","title":"1960s Military Morse Magazine Recording Tape MA9 \/ GRA71 For An Electromechanical Burst Encoder","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1960s Military Morse Magazine Recording Tape MA9 \/ GRA71 For An Electromechanical Burst Encoder\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1960s Military Morse Magazine Recording Tape MA9 \/ GRA71 For An Electromechanical Burst Encoder, which forms part of covert surveillance (spying) radio communication history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is in very good used condition but I don't know whether or not it is working, and is being sold as a collectible for display only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small device, the MA-9 or CA-3B, was used to pre-record a clandestine encrypted message on the mechanical tape cartridge before transmitting using the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/all\/products\/1960s-morse-high-speed-military-keyer-ky468-gra71-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder-morse-key\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e'keyer\u003c\/a\u003e,' which we also have available to purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Arvin Industries Inc., serial no. 2761\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MA-9 cartridge uses industrial grade ferro-audio tape. It holds approximately 12.5 feet of tape sufficient for 150 5-letter words recorded as a series of pulses in morse code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the military version of the magazine in a black box; the whole set was designated GRA71. It was used with USA army radios and CIA spy radio sets such as the AN\/PRC-64A and RS-1 (AN\/GRC-109).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very rare item and often missing from the GRA71 burst coder spy set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Electromechanical Burst Encoder was invented by \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStenographic Machines in Skokie, Illinois, USA, for the CIA (\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003eentral\u003cstrong\u003e I\u003c\/strong\u003entelligence \u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003egency). It allowed pre-recorded messages to be sent, in morse code, at very high speeds. This was an essential requirement ensuring that the operator was on air for the minimum time possible to prevent detection by RDF (\u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003eadio\u003cstrong\u003e D\u003c\/strong\u003eetection\u003cstrong\u003e F\u003c\/strong\u003einding).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-military-radio-equipment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eradio communication accessories\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/militaria\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMilitaria\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arvin Industries Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42249861333249,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC03538.jpg?v=1641397228"},{"product_id":"1960s-military-morse-magazine-recording-tape-ma9-gra71-for-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder-1","title":"1960s Military Morse Magazine Recording Tape MA9 \/ GRA71 For An Electromechanical Burst Encoder","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1960s Military Morse Magazine Recording Tape MA9 \/ GRA71 For An Electromechanical Burst Encoder\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a, new old stock, 1960s Military Morse Magazine Recording Tape MA9 \/ GRA71 For An Electromechanical Burst Encoder, which forms part of covert surveillance (spying) radio communication history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is in good unused condition but has a few storage related blemishes and scratches on the external surface. It has only been removed from the packaging for photographic purposes. I don't know whether or not it is working, and is being sold as a collectible for display only. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small device, the MA-9 or CA-3B, was used to pre-record a clandestine encrypted message on the mechanical tape cartridge before transmitting using the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/all\/products\/1960s-morse-high-speed-military-keyer-ky468-gra71-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder-morse-key\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e'keyer\u003c\/a\u003e,' which we also have available to purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Stenographic Machines Inc., serial no. 1777\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MA-9 cartridge uses industrial grade ferro-audio tape. It holds approximately 12.5 feet of tape sufficient for 150 5-letter words recorded as a series of pulses in morse code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the military version of the magazine in a black box; the whole set was designated GRA71. It was used with USA army radios and CIA spy radio sets such as the AN\/PRC-64A and RS-1 (AN\/GRC-109).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very rare item and often missing from the GRA71 burst coder spy set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Electromechanical Burst Encoder was invented by \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStenographic Machines in Skokie, Illinois, USA, for the CIA (\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003eentral\u003cstrong\u003e I\u003c\/strong\u003entelligence \u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003egency). It allowed pre-recorded messages to be sent, in morse code, at very high speeds. This was an essential requirement ensuring that the operator was on air for the minimum time possible to prevent detection by RDF (\u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003eadio\u003cstrong\u003e D\u003c\/strong\u003eetection\u003cstrong\u003e F\u003c\/strong\u003einding).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-military-radio-equipment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eradio communication accessories\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/militaria\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMilitaria\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stenographic Machines Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42378922656001,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC03726.jpg?v=1642764733"},{"product_id":"1970s-nos-military-morse-coder-mx4495-and-tape-1136-gra71-for-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder","title":"1970s NOS Military Morse Dot Dash Coder MX4495 For A GRA71 Electromechanical Burst Encoder","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1970s NOS Military Morse Dot Dash Coder MX4495 For A GRA71 Electromechanical Burst Encoder\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1970s NOS Military Morse Dot Dash Coder MX4495 For A GRA71 Electromechanical Burst Encoder, which forms part of covert surveillance (spying) radio communication history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is in very good unused condition but I don't know whether or not it is working, and is being sold as a collectible for display only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small device\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e was supplied as an alternative to the heavier MX-4496 alphabet coder. It comprises three buttons: for creating Morse dots, dashes and spaces without an external power source. The morse code is then stored on tape, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/products\/copy-of-1960s-military-morse-magazine-recording-tape-ma9-gra71-for-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMA-9 cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e, before transmitting using the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/all\/products\/1960s-morse-high-speed-military-keyer-ky468-gra71-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder-morse-key\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/all\/products\/1960s-morse-high-speed-military-keyer-ky468-gra71-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder-morse-key\"\u003e'keyer\u003c\/a\u003e,' both of which are also available to purchase. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Arvin Industries Inc., serial no. 1136\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the military version of the magazine in a black box; the whole set was designated GRA71. It was used with USA army radios and CIA spy radio sets such as the AN\/PRC-64A and RS-1 (AN\/GRC-109).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very rare item and often missing from the GRA71 burst coder spy set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Electromechanical Burst Encoder was invented by \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStenographic Machines in Skokie, Illinois, USA, for the CIA (\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003eentral\u003cstrong\u003e I\u003c\/strong\u003entelligence \u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003egency). It allowed pre-recorded messages to be sent, in morse code, at very high speeds. This was an essential requirement ensuring that the operator was on air for the minimum time possible to prevent detection by RDF (\u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003eadio\u003cstrong\u003e D\u003c\/strong\u003eetection\u003cstrong\u003e F\u003c\/strong\u003einding).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-military-radio-equipment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eradio communication accessories\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/militaria\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMilitaria\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arvin Industries Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42463510429953,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC03710_46b1bea4-79f4-475c-b25e-7dad681bb00f.jpg?v=1644590817"},{"product_id":"sony-tc-55-metal-bodied-tape-cassette-player-and-recorder","title":"Sony TC 55 Metal Bodied Tape Cassette Player And Recorder","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSony TC 55 Metal Bodied Tape Cassette Player And Recorder\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sony TC 55 Metal Bodied Tape Cassette Player And Recorder is a real survivor from the 1970s! It's one of the last metal bodied Walkman-type cassette players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically, it's not in great condition with quite a few surface blemishes, scratches, and stains (probably from a leaking battery), but the battery holder and contacts are untarnished. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Approximate Size: 3.8 x 14.8 x 9.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it is working, the machine would probably benefit from a replacement belt set as both the 'rewind' and 'fast forward' slip and are sluggish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt takes 4 'AA' batteries which are not included due to the difficulties in shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are selling this 1970s icon for spares and repairs, and the price has been adjusted accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-microphones-gramophone-hifi-musical-instruments\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage audio equipment.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sony","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42528978927873,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC03963.jpg?v=1646052409"},{"product_id":"vintage-olympus-pearlcorder-r905-microcasette-recorder-with-ra1-am-tuner","title":"Vintage Olympus Pearlcorder R905 Microcasette Recorder With RA1 AM Tuner","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage Olympus Pearlcorder R905 Microcasette Recorder With RA1 AM Tuner\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis amazing pocket size device is a Vintage Olympus Pearlcorder R905 Microcasette Recorder With RA1 AM Tuner. Serial no. 149239 made by the Olympus Optical Co. Ltd, Japan. Possibly dates to the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size (WHD)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 x 6.3 x 2.2 cm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fairly good cosmetic condition with some scuffs and blemishes, particularly on the perspex cassette lid. It comes without a box or instructions but does have its original fabric cover (which I have washed...), and seems to be partially working. Please see attached video :- \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe spools are turning and the tape recorder is playing but it is quite noisy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThere is a poor recording on the microcassette, (running at 24cm\/s), which appears to have been recorded in the 1990s from the tiny, dockable, RA1 AM radio which slides on to the top of the tape recorder body. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe radio is giving some 'squelch' but I've not yet been able to pick up a radio station (at least during the day). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eRequires 2 x 1.5 Volt 'AA' Batteries, not supplied due to the difficulty in shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally used for dictation \/ stenography, this is a great little piece of vintage tech!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following linnk for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-audio-visual-equipment-accessories\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage audio equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54985702900087,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/1990s_Olympus_Pearlcorder_R905_Microcasette_Recorder_With_RA1_AM_Tuner.jpg?v=1740398306"},{"product_id":"1970s-benkson-79-portable-transistor-tape-recorder","title":"1970s Benkson 79 Portable Transistor Tape Recorder","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1970s Benkson 79 Portable Transistor Tape Recorder\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small, battery powered, vintage 1970s Benkson 79 Portable Transistor Tape Recorder is neatly fitted within its own black leatherette covered metal case.  It even comes with its original white lapel microphone and instructions.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan, under the \u003cem\u003eBenkson\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003el\u003cspan\u003eabel for B. Benkert Ltd, Essex, UK, it is being sold as a collectible \u003c\/span\u003efor display only as we don't have any 3\" tape reels to properly test the tape recorder \/ player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, it is in pretty good cosmetic condition with some surface scuffs\/blemishes, and some rust \/dings on the metal trim. Both the audio and motor seem to be working as you can hear squelch and the reel spindles are turning. It is likely that the motor belts will need changing, as you might expect from something of this age. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel Benkson 79 Made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable Transistor Tape Recorder \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour Transistors: 2SB-170x 2 and 2SB-172 x2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape: 3\" reel magnetic recording tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker: 2 1\/2\" dynamic speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrophone: Crystal lapel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarphone: 8 Ω magnetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Source: 2 x 1.5v batteries for the motor and 1x 9v for amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 'reel' nostalgia trip for the 1970s teenager!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-hifi-and-accessories\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage HiFi.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benkson (B. Benkert Ltd)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55289727943031,"sku":null,"price":42.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/1970s_Benkson_79_Portable_Transistor_Tape_Recorder.jpg?v=1749482156"},{"product_id":"vintage-ferrograph-wearite-tape-head-defluxer-demagnetiser-bulk-eraser-in-its-original-box","title":"Vintage Ferrograph \/ Wearite Tape Head Defluxer \/ Demagnetiser \/ Bulk Eraser In Its Original Box","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage Ferrograph \/ Wearite Tape Head Demagnetiser \/ Bulk Eraser In Its Original Box\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very unusual Vintage Ferrograph \/ Wearite Tape Head Demagnetiser \/ Bulk Eraser In Its Original Box, with instruction leaflet and black lead with a bakelite Goltone 2-pin plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box is intact but scuffed and discoloured with age. The pale cream \/ white demagnetiser\/bulk eraser is in pretty good condition with a few minor surface blemishes and some discolouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is being sold as a collectible, for display only, as it probably does not comply with modern health and safety legislation...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarked on the side:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eProv. Wearite Pat.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade in England\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFerrograph\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Ariel1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size Of Demagnitiser: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 10cm (4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 3.5cm\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDating to the 1950s it was made by the British Ferrograph Recorder Co. Ltd; part of Wright and Weaire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-hifi-and-accessories\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHiFi\/Tape deck ephemera.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ferrograph (Wright \u0026 Weaire)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56473707905399,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/Vintage_Ferrograph_Wearite_Tape_Head_Defluxer_Demagnetiser_Bulk_Eraser_In_Its_Original_Box.jpg?v=1767707493"},{"product_id":"1960s-fi-cord-101s-portable-transistor-spy-tape-recorder","title":"1960s FI-Cord 101S Portable Transistor Spy Tape Recorder","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1960s FI-Cord 101S Portable Transistor Spy Tape Recorder \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small, battery powered, 1960s FI-Cord 101S Portable Transistor Spy Tape Recorder is neatly fitted within its own ever-ready black leatherette carry case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rare device even comes with its original instructions, \u003cem\u003ea \u003c\/em\u003efew dictating slips, three spare magnetic tapes in a box, and accessory holder.  It uses two \u003cspan style=\"color: #555555; font-family: Lucida Grande,Arial,Verdana,sans-serif;\"\u003e¼\" \u003c\/span\u003emagnetic tapes with 24 minutes total recording time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn very good cosmetic condition with negligible surface scuffs\/blemishes. The motor seems to be working as you can hear squelch and the light comes on, however the reel spindles are not turning. It is likely that the rubber drive belts will need changing, as you might expect from something of this age. \u003cstrong\u003eConsequently, It is being sold as a collectible for display only and the price has been adjusted accordingly.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed by Intelligence agencies, notably the CIA (Spies), industry, office staff, travelling salesmen e.t.c., this audio tape recorder was designated as 'miniature' and 'body wearable!' Which is amazing as it is not miniature and is quite heavy by modern day standards... In the 1960s, it was considered very futuristic, coinciding with the start of the James Bond film franchise and the original Star Trek you can see the tech similarities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel FI-Cord 101S  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Switzerland No. SSX 22445 (made by Stellavox for FI-Cord UK)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable Transistor Tape Recorder \/ Dictating machine in an Ever Ready black leather case\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape: \u003cspan style=\"color: #555555; font-family: Lucida Grande,Arial,Verdana,sans-serif;\"\u003e¼\" \u003c\/span\u003estandard reel magnetic recording tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape Speed: 1\u003csup\u003e7\/\u003csub\u003e8\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e i.p.s (~ 4.8cm\/s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Source: 3 volts = Two AA batteries {Quoted in the 1960s as 2 x Mallory ZM9 or RM522 mercury batteries which are now obsolete} \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. Size: 15.2 x 8.4 x 4.2 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 'reel' nostalgia trip for the 1960s aficionado or would-be CIA operative!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-hifi-and-accessories\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage HiFi.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNB: Classic American cars etc. are not included...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stellavox (FI-Cord)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56537349423479,"sku":null,"price":99.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/1960s_FI-Cord_101S_Portable_Transistor_Spy_Tape_Recorder.jpg?v=1768403855"},{"product_id":"a-pair-of-british-ferrograph-recorder-7-inch-aluminium-tape-reels","title":"A Pair of British Ferrograph Recorder 7 Inch Aluminium Tape Reels","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Pair of British Ferrograph Recorder 7 Inch Aluminium Tape Reels\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Pair of British Ferrograph Recorder 7 Inch Aluminium Tape Reels in good cosmetic condition, with some surface scuffs,  in their original boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe boxes are discoloured and blemished but intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.0 Manufactured by British Ferrograph Recorder.Co.Ltd, Sloane Street, London in an original British Ferrogrph box. The 7\" metal reel is black in colour and is empty of tape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.0 Manufactured by British Ferrograph Recorder. Co.Ltd, Sloane Street, London, but in an USA 'International Electronics' tape reel box. The Polyester magnetic recording tape is on a silver coloured 7\" aluminium reel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tape reels have not been tested and are sold as a collectible. The tape quality has probably deteriorated due to age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill suit all 7\" reel-to-reel (R2R) tape player \/ recorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-tape-recorders-accessories\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etape recorder accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ferrograph Recorder. Co. Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56589093863799,"sku":null,"price":28.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/IMG_0660.jpg?v=1769092071"},{"product_id":"1970s-military-morse-magazine-recording-tape-ma9-gra71-for-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder","title":"1970s Military Morse Magazine Recording Tape MA9 \/ GRA71 For An Electromechanical Burst Encoder","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1970s Military Morse Magazine Recording Tape MA9 \/ GRA71 For An Electromechanical Burst Encoder\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a NOS 1970s Military Morse Magazine Recording Tape MA9 \/ GRA71 For An Electromechanical Burst Encoder, which forms part of covert surveillance (spying) radio communication history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew Old Stock (NOS), in its original box and packaging which has only be opened for taking photographs. I haven't removed the clear plastic covering the device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 1960s\/70s Vintage United States Army Recording Magazine. NATO number 5820-00-056-6857\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5820 is the code for \"\u003cem\u003eRadio-and-television-communication-equipment-except-airborne\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e00 is the country code for the U.S.A \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is in excellent unused condition but I don't know whether or not it is working, and is being sold as a collectible for display only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small device, the MA-9 or CA-3B, was used to pre-record a clandestine encrypted message on the mechanical tape cartridge before transmitting using the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/all\/products\/1960s-morse-high-speed-military-keyer-ky468-gra71-an-electromechanical-burst-encoder-morse-key\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e'keyer\u003c\/a\u003e,' \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Arvin Industries Inc., serial no. 3185\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MA-9 cartridge uses industrial grade ferro-audio tape. It holds approximately 12.5 feet of tape sufficient for 150 5-letter words recorded as a series of pulses in morse code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the military version of the magazine in a black box; the whole set was designated GRA71. It was used with USA army radios and CIA spy radio sets such as the AN\/PRC-64A and RS-1 (AN\/GRC-109).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very rare item and often missing from the GRA71 burst coder spy set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Electromechanical Burst Encoder was invented by \u003cspan\u003eStenographic Machines in Skokie, Illinois, USA, for the CIA (\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003eentral\u003cstrong\u003e I\u003c\/strong\u003entelligence \u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003egency). It allowed pre-recorded messages to be sent, in morse code, at very high speeds. This was an essential requirement ensuring that the operator was on air for the minimum time possible to prevent detection by RDF (\u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003eadio\u003cstrong\u003e D\u003c\/strong\u003eetection\u003cstrong\u003e F\u003c\/strong\u003einding).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-military-radio-equipment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eradio communication accessories\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/militaria\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMilitaria\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arvin Industries Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56612037493111,"sku":null,"price":94.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/1970s_Military_Morse_Magazine_Recording_Tape_MA9_GRA71_For_An_Electromechanical_Burst_Encoder.jpg?v=1769431364"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/collections\/DSC00978.jpg?v=1728982025","url":"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/en-us\/collections\/vintage-tape-recorders-accessories.oembed","provider":"Mullard Antiques and Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}