JVC KD-X3 Cassette Deck
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The KD-X3, (also known as KD-X3BK), was an auto-reverse cassette deck manufactured by the JVC Corporation. It had the following features.
- Hi-Fi U-Turn auto-reverse system with Flip Reverse Head
- Logic-controlled tape mechanism for easy operation
- Dolby B/C noise reduction systems for low-noise recording/play
- Music Scan to cue to the beginning of current or next song
- 6-LED multi-peak indicator for each channel
- Timer recording/start
- Headphone Jack
Specification
Model Name | KD-X3 |
Frequency response (metal) | 30 Hz to 15 kHz (±3 dB) |
Frequency response (chrome) | 30 Hz to 15 kHz (±3 dB) |
Frequency response (normal) | 30 Hz to 14 kHz (±3 dB) |
SNR (metal) | 58 dB |
Wow and Flutter | 0.18 % |
Crosstalk | 55 dB (1 kHz) |
Channel Separation | 40 dB (1 kHz) |
Number of Heads | 2 |
Recording Head | Metaperm |
Playback Head | Metaperm |
Erase Head | 2-gap Ferrite |
Motors | Electronic Governor, DC Motor |
Fast Forward/Rewind Time | 105-seconds with C60 |
Line-in Sensitivity/Impedance | 80 mV/40 kΩ |
Line-out Level/Impedance | 300 mV/6 kΩ |
Headphones | 0.3 mW/8 Ω |
Dimensions | 435 mm × 115 mm × 237 mm |
Mass | 3.7 kg |
Cost/eBay
The KD-X3 was a highly desirable tape deck that audiophiles desire even today. A good working one in mint condition can sell for well over fifty pounds or more.