Onkyo TA-2026

Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck (1 record/playback + 1 erase) with 4-track, 2-channel stereo
• Tape Speed: 4.8 cm/s
• Tape Supporting Types: Normal (Type I), CrO₂, Metal
• Noise Reduction: Dolby B & C
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 17 kHz (with Metal tapes)
• Signal‑to‑Noise Ratio: 80 dB (with Dolby C) 
• Wow & Flutter: ±0.05 %
• Motor: DC servo with “Computer Control Silent Mechanism” — Auto Stop and AMS (Auto Music Control System)
• Tape Counter: 3-digit analog display
• Metering: Digital peak-level VU meters (LED-based)
• Microphone Inputs: Dual front‑panel mic jacks; plus headphone output
• Line Input / Output: RCA L/R – Line In & Out
• Power Consumption: 22 W at 120 V AC
• Dimensions: 418 × 112 × 270 mm
• Weight: Approximately 4.5 kg
• Finish: Available in black or silver, housed in a metal chassis
• Country of Manufacture: Japan (~1984–85)

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• AMS (Auto Music Control System) enables quiet search among tracks via auto-stop after heads are lifted between songs
• Computer-controlled silent mechanism ensures minimal noise when buttons are engaged 
• Solid build quality, vintage LED peak meters and user-friendly analog counter.


• Great choice for archival listening, tape transfers, and general playback thanks to its Metal tape support and Dolby B/C
• Replace belts if there are issues like slow take-up or no tape movement—common for decks of this age 
• Mechanism is quiet and precise, though periodic maintenance (belt replacement, head cleaning) is wise.