{"product_id":"sony-tc-k520-stereo-cassette-deck-serviced-new-belts-idler-wheel","title":"Sony – TC-K520 – Stereo Cassette Deck – Serviced – New Belts \u0026 Idler Wheel","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor sale: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sony TC-K520 is a Japanese-made stereo cassette deck featuring a sophisticated 3-motor transport, Dolby B\/C noise reduction and Dolby HX Pro headroom extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced around 1990, this model combines Sony's electronically controlled tape mechanism with a range of recording adjustments, making it a capable machine for both cassette playback and recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deck features a clear digital counter, fluorescent peak-level display, adjustable recording level, manual bias control and automatic tape-type detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular unit has received mechanical servicing, including replacement of the belts and idler wheel, along with cosmetic refinishing of the cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e''Please ask us for a shipping quote for the best shipping rates before making a purchase. Shown costs are estimated and might be incorrect. We can offer better services with different shippers by choice''\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetic Condition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed – Good Vintage Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deck presents well overall, with a clean black front panel and a largely tidy exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor scratches and marks consistent with age and previous use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall visible paint marks and scuffs on the side panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover has been resprayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome cosmetic imperfections remain around the edges and top-cover finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront-panel lettering, buttons and controls appear intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal display and cassette compartment are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge silver-coloured support feet are fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to the photographs for the exact cosmetic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking Condition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServiced – Operational\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deck powers on, with its fluorescent display and cassette-compartment illumination functioning as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe machine has undergone mechanical repairs, although a complete post-service recording and playback performance test has not been documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eService Performed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying service note, dated 29 October 2026, records the following work:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrive belts replaced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdler wheel replaced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop cover resprayed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese repairs address important wear components within the cassette transport mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: 2-head, single compact cassette deck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape Speed: 4.8 cm\/s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeads: 1 x record\/playback, 1 x erase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape Type: type I, CrO2, Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise Reduction: B, C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadroom Extension: HX Pro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 25Hz to 19kHz  \u003cspan class=\"small_fraction\"\u003e(Metal tape)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal to Noise Ratio: 74dB  \u003cspan class=\"small_fraction\"\u003e(dolby C)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWow and Flutter: 0.16%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion: 1.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput: 77.5mV (line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 0.44V (line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (LxWxH): 43 x 27 x 10 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: \u003cspan\u003e7 \u003c\/span\u003eKg\u003cbr\u003eVolts: 220v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe ship worldwide.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor international shipping, import fee's apply. These vary per country, and are for the buyer to pay.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e-Shipping in the EU up to 30 KG (max)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e-Shipping outside of the EU up to 20 KG (max) Shown costs might vary. Please ask us for a shipping quote for the best rates!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e-We kindly ask you to reach out for the best shiping rates. As rates vary per shipper, we can ask custom shipping quotes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: ‘’Whenever an item exceeds the weight noted above. Please ask for a shipping quote before making a purchase. The shipping costs are estimated in our shop because we do not know the shipping address. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePicking up the item is also possible. It can be picked up in Alkmaar \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDelivery by us is also possible in some cases. Please reach out to us for more information about deliveries \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eState of listing: If a listing is listed ''for parts or not working'' returns are not accepted.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen we offer our products with the notice ''Serviced'' or ''Fully serviced'' that means the device is either ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sony","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58970389184856,"sku":"JAN MT-16183596581208-ZV22","price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0944\/1987\/8232\/files\/image00002_157ade58-b215-46e1-a0b8-cc10adb02864.jpg?v=1793268924","url":"https:\/\/www.odnd.nl\/products\/sony-tc-k520-stereo-cassette-deck-serviced-new-belts-idler-wheel","provider":"ODND Vintage Audio Dreams","version":"1.0","type":"link"}