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Can I use my Nakamichi cassette deck to record on tape into a Schiit Freya plus preamp?

I have a newer model Freya Plus preamp but it does not have tape IN or output for tape on it. No tape monitor button present on this very nice sounding preamp. I want to record off records like the old days and just wondering if this is possible. Am using a phono-stage with a restored Dual 1249 turntable. I can enjoy the sound just on playback right now using the turntable but I want to record. Can you help? 

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imhififan
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Connect a Sony SB-500 tape recorder switch box between the phono stage and the Freya+ preamp to add tape looping functionality.

 

 

 

peter_s
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Just root the output of your tape deck into your preamp… And connect your phone preamp directly to your tape deck. That way you will be getting the best quality recording, and you can monitor your recording as you go.

elliottbnewcombjr
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the Sony SB-500, front controls, is a great idea

sb-500, several out there for sale,

The SB-300 has top controls as an option

One in Canada for sale

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arichison OP
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This all sounds good! Will try it out and see what happens.  Thank you guys. I love the Sony Tape recorder selector. Very nice. Am currently reading the Sony book that was written by the founder years ago, highly recommend. Very unique and interesting company, so many innovation's and technology from Sony that we take for granted. I have an Apt Holman preamp, (only one he made) that works okay, the tape monitor button on it needs some lubricant but if I can get it to work clean I may dig it out of the closet. 

I love using the Freya Plus with old stock GE tubes for vinyl.  Merry Christmas !

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