EXCELLENT NAKAMICHI DRAGON A801 CASSETTE DECK – 1-YEAR WARRANTY – LEGENDARY AUTO REVERSE

📌 Specifications:

• CONDITION: Excellent – Fully tested and professionally serviced
• MODEL: Dragon (Series A801)
• BRAND: Nakamichi
• TYPE: Auto Reverse 3-Head Stereo Cassette Deck
• FREE SUPPORT: Must be used before requesting return
• Pro packaged, insured, and includes tracking
• No original box
• SKU: 5HVC0002

EXCELLENT NAKAMICHI DRAGON A801 CASSETTE DECK

✨ Condition: Excellent – Fully tested and professionally serviced

The Nakamichi Dragon A801 is widely regarded as the greatest cassette deck ever made. Built with cutting-edge analog technology in the early 1980s, the Dragon introduced NAAC (Nakamichi Auto Azimuth Correction), allowing it to automatically align playback azimuth in real time — ensuring perfect tracking and unmatched fidelity from any tape.

This model features a 3-head configuration, dual-capstan direct drive transport, and a seamless auto-reverse system, delivering smooth, detailed, and dynamic audio playback. Whether you’re restoring vintage tapes or looking for the most accurate analog reproduction possible, the Dragon offers a true audiophile-grade experience.

This specific unit has been fully serviced, calibrated, and tested. It’s in excellent condition — both operationally and cosmetically — and is backed by a 1-year warranty from HQaudios.

🔧 Detail Specifications

• Drive System: Dual Capstan Direct Drive
• Tape Heads: 3-Head Design (Erase, Record, Playback)
• Auto Reverse: Yes – Seamless Reverse Playback
• Azimuth Correction: NAAC (Nakamichi Auto Azimuth Correction)
• Wow & Flutter: ≤ 0.019% WRMS
• Frequency Response: 20Hz – 22kHz (Metal tape)
• SNR: Up to 73 dB (with Dolby C)
• Bias/EQ Settings: Normal / CrO2 / Metal
• Inputs: Line in (RCA)
• Outputs: Line out (RCA), Headphone jack
• Dimensions: 17.3″ x 5.2″ x 13.3″
• Weight: Approx. 24 lbs
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Production Range: 1982–1993

🔑 Key Features

• NAAC System – Real-time azimuth correction for perfect playback
• 3-Head Transport – Allows real-time monitoring while recording
• Direct Drive, Dual Capstan – Smooth tape handling, low wow & flutter
  Auto Reverse – Bidirectional playback without tape flipping
• Iconic Engineering – Revered by audiophiles and studios worldwide
• Serviced & Calibrated – Ready to perform with 1-year warranty
• Collector Status – One of the most sought-after tape decks ever built

🌟 Why This One?

The Nakamichi Dragon Series A801 is not just a cassette deck — it’s a piece of audio history. Revered for its groundbreaking technology and unmatched playback precision, the Dragon is a crown jewel for collectors and analog lovers alike. This unit, with serial A801 and SKU 5HVC0002, has been professionally serviced and is ready to be the centerpiece of your vintage system. Its auto-reverse NAAC functionality and studio-grade playback make it suitable for serious listening or high-quality digitization.

🔊 Suggested Pairings from HQaudios

Amplifiers & Receivers

• McIntosh MA6200 – Smooth and resolving
• Marantz 2325 / 4300 – Rich analog tone with vintage synergy
• Accuphase E-202 – Precision power to match Nakamichi engineering
• Sansui G-9000 / AU-717 – Dynamic and balanced pairing

Speakers

• JBL 4311 / 4312A / 4425 – Punchy, clear, studio-quality sound
• Klipsch Heresy II – High efficiency and vintage clarity
• Tannoy Monitor Gold – Musical and detailed across analog sources

🏠 Why You Should Own This?

The Nakamichi Dragon A801 is the ultimate expression of cassette deck design. Its legendary performance, timeless aesthetics, and rare engineering make it a must-have for serious audiophiles and collectors. Backed by HQaudios’ 1-year warranty, this machine isn’t just vintage gear — it’s a fully revived analog masterpiece, ready to breathe life into every tape you own.

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