Killer vintage 70's, 80's reel to reel to add to my setup.

Thinking more along the line of $10,000 for my vintage budget. Where does that put me?

Thanks @petg60 @johnss @larryi @russ69 excellent out of the gate info. 

Sony TC-880 is impressive. Currently on the bay at $6000. Technics is pricey too but so pretty. Sony and Technics get the nod regarding matching with the look of my system. What other Brady Bunch age deck has this look and ability to do the job right. Thanks!

Any thoughts on the Sony TC-765. Looks super. How's it compare to the Technics 1500 I wonder. 

Excellent @petg60 

Leaning toward Technics and Sony regarding cosmetic integration into my system and for being killers. RS1500 and TC-766-2 are the front runners.
@stereo5  Teac is nice!

Excellent @clio09 
 

Time to travel to Japan when covid allows. I don't see anything available online that tickles my fancy. My Luxman and Victor 101 are close to mint. 

Also, what NEW two channel decks are available in the $5000 range. Depending on look, I might go this route. 

@petg60 Technics and Sony decks in excellent cosmetic condition are rare and challenging to find correct? Might need to visit Japan as soon as possible to locate one. 

I do like Akai a lot. The GX-747 seems pretty sweet too!

@totem395

I see where your comin@larryi and @mijostyn A collector piece that I can play around with and looks substantial in the system. Best Akai deck?

@larryi did not know about Reverb. Great site!

Just looked at the ATR 100. Amazing piece of history. But for the look and ability I'm going for, I believe Sony, Technics and Akai are the front runners. I like the looks of the Pioneer but don't see a deck that stacks up to the above mentioned. 

How about a new deck? Budget is $7500. This might be the route to go. If the look is right. Holla back!

Studer decks are making the cut for cosmetic integration into the system. 

Thank you @clio09 ​@larryi  I've gotten some great info to work with. 

Wow, prices for new modern decks are crazy expensive and not that great looking until you get to Mataxas & Sins Tourbillon. Now that’s a cool looking deck! And I thought my budget of $7500 would get me top of the line in the new deck area. Not even close! Vintage it is!

Studer 810 is growing on me. I don't like the looks of it as much as the Akai, Sony, Technics. 

Thank you @larryi for the wealth of knowledge and excellent suggestions. I've learned a lot from this thread and all that have contributed!

I'm coming around to the looks of the Studer A-820. Damn solid machine.