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Need input

Hey all,

I'm thinking of adding a reel to reel just to have it. I ran across a Pioneer RT-707 reel to reel here at home that has been used and maintained in a professional atmosphere. The heads and caps have been recently replaced as well as the pinch rollers. The owner has retired and sold all his professional gear and is letting this go for 300.00...Seems to have good reviews. Any one know these units? Again, I have my regular set up...but just like having some old nice vintage stuff around to dink with...and they are good conversation pieces. Pls let me know your thoughts.

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mormark
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lowrider57
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That's a great vintage find! Looking forward to your impressions.


mormark OP
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OK guys. I went and picked up that RT-707 today. Wish I could post photos. Pristine, not a scratch. He had an old live master of Joni Mitchell on it. When we spoke awhile and he found out that we were both from Calif., he from LA me from SF and that my grandpa and his dad were in the Navy in WWII in the Philippines....he lowered the price from 300.00 to 200.00! I thanked him for sure. I'm definitely going to church this coming Sunday!
He even threw in a vintage BASF take-up reel.

Thanks for the input guys. I'm going to start reading and watching how to take advantage of this unit.
benjie
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WOW, he gave you a great deal on the deck. You will enjoy it. Reel to Reels are complex machines but easy to operate and record with. You asked above about how it might effect your vinyl record experience, it will only add to your enjoyment. Record a few of your favorite albums to tape and listen to how magnetic tape can make the music sound a little richer or warmer. Not saying it will make it better or worse but just sound different, it is something fun to experiment with. Your RT-707 will open up another door to listening to high quality recorded music. As always, Analog Rules !
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