For vintage audio lovers and cassette collectors, the TEAC CX-310 holds a special place. It’s not about flashy features or gimmicks — it’s about reliable, honest reproduction of analog tape with a tactile, mechanical feel. This deck evokes nostalgia, giving you a piece of audio history in your setup. Whether you use it as a restoration project, a functional complement in a vintage system, or a statement piece on your shelf, the CX-310 captivates with its understated charm and dependable performance. It appeals emotionally to those who value the mechanical precision and acoustic warmth that only a well-designed cassette deck of its era can deliver.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Two-head stereo cassette deck, front loading |
| Track System | 4-track, 2-channel stereo |
| Tape Speed | 4.75 cm/s (standard cassette speed) |
| Heads | 1 × record/playback head + 1 × erase head |
| Motor / Drive | DC servo motor (belt/idler drive) |
| Tape Types Supported | Type I (normal), CrO₂ (chrome), Metal (with appropriate settings) |
| Noise Reduction | Dolby B |
| Frequency Response | 30 Hz – 17,000 Hz (on metal tape) reverb.com +2 Stereo Hifi Forum +2 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | ~ 65 dB (Dolby B) reverb.com +1 |
| Wow & Flutter | 0.06 % reverb.com |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | ~ 3 % reverb.com |
| Inputs | Line input ~ 60 mV; Microphone input ~ 0.25 mV reverb.com +1 |
| Outputs | Line output ~ 0.3 V reverb.com |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 410 × 142 × 300 mm Radiomuseum +2 reverb.com +2 |
| Weight | Approximately 6 kg Radiomuseum +2 Stereo Hifi Forum +2 |
| Power Requirements | 11 W; multi-voltage (100/117/220/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz depending on region) Radiomuseum +1 |
| Finish / Construction | Metallic silver front panel, sturdy metal chassis Radiomuseum +2 reverb.com +2 |
| Year / Era | Circa 1980–1982 Radiomuseum +2 reverb.com +2 |
| Notable Features / Comments | |
| • Simple, rugged mechanical design (“toporna mechanika” in user reviews) Stereo Hifi Forum | |
| • No auto-reverse (a plus for ease of servicing) Reddit | |
| • Common service items include belts, switches (record/play slider), solder joints and electrolytic capacitors |
