saf@floyd.UUCP (Steve Falco) (07/25/83)
I am looking for a 4 channel tape recorder for use in making home recordings. I need "simul-sync" capability so I can overdub several instruments. So far, I have seen two cassette type units by TEAC and FOSDEX, and there are also several reel-to-reel type units by both companies (and probably others). I prefer reel-to-reel. I am looking for two basic things: performance and reliability. Performance is easy - I will just look at the data sheets. Reliability is harder to establish because manufacturer claims are hard to validate/invalidate. One person I asked has a 15 year old TEAC (stereo reel-to-reel) which he claims is virtually indestructable - that is one data point in TEAC's favor. Are the current models (like the 3440) as good? So my question to the net is: "Does anyone have direct experience with any of these units?" Here's your chance to mail me a testimonial (or warning) regarding whatever machine you bought and either loved or hated. I will summarize any worthwhile data I get. Steve Falco BTL WH ...!harpo!floyd!saf