When only the very best will suffice, choose the TASCAM 122 MkIII. This deck has earned its reputation as the undisputed standard for cassette mastering and playback in studios, broadcast suites and live events. Every aspect of its design reflects meticulous attention to detail, from the advanced direct-drive capstan motor and Cobalt Amorphous heads to the built-in test-tone generators and front-panel bias and record-level controls, so professionals can depend on consistent, reference-quality results.
In studio mixdown applications the TASCAM 122 MkIII excels. Its FG-servo direct-drive capstan motor delivers virtually wobble-free transport at both 4.76 cm/s and 9.53 cm/s, while the three-head arrangement lets you monitor the tape signal in real time rather than waiting for a second pass. Built-in 400 Hz and 10 kHz tone oscillators together with front-panel bias adjustment make it simple to optimise performance for any cassette formulation.
For live theatre and event recording there is no margin for error. The TASCAM 122 MkIII’s robust rack-mount construction and intuitive controls with clear status LEDs ensure that every performance is captured flawlessly first time. TASCAM’s legendary reliability, honed over decades of professional use, means you can trust the deck to withstand the rigours of back-to-back shows without falter.
In radio studios and other broadcast environments dead air can be catastrophic. The TASCAM 122 MkIII is built to resist the toughest operating conditions and prevent on-air failures. Solid front-panel switches, immediate visual feedback and a parallel control port for seamless integration with studio consoles (including “recording” warning lights) all help maintain uninterrupted operation and pinpoint timing.
The heritage of the 122 series dates back to 1980, when the original TASCAM 122 introduced the first rack-mount, three-head cassette recorder to professional users. In 1987 the 122 mk II added Dolby HX Pro, locate-point and return-to-zero functions and pitch control, further cementing TASCAM’s leadership. The TASCAM 122 MkIII, launched in 1993, builds on that legacy with the Hysteresis Tension Servo Control System for unrivalled tape-tension stability and the highest level of transport precision in its class.
Many cassette decks offer basic noise reduction, but few combine the following features in one unit: balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA and front-panel line connectors for effortless patching; two recallable locate points with return-to-zero; Dolby B and C noise reduction with HX Pro headroom extension; an MPX filter to eliminate FM pilot-tone interference; and integrated oscillators with real-time bias calibration through the three-head design. All controls are gear-clutch coupled for precise, repeatable settings and professional reliability. If your facility demands the ultimate in cassette recording quality and operational confidence, nothing compares to the TASCAM 122 MkIII.
Features
- Three Head Design
- Cobalt Amorphous Record and Play Heads
- Advanced FG Servo Direct Drive Capstan Motor
- Gear/Clutch Coupled Input Level Controls
- Dolby B and C with HX Pro Headroom Extension
- ±12% Pitch Control with Clear On/Off Switch
- Two Locate Points and Return To Zero Functions
- Headphone Output with Level Control
- Balanced XLR and Unbalanced RCA Analog I/O
- Precision VU Meters with Peak LEDs
- Auto-Input Monitor Selector
- Front Panel Line Inputs
- Convenient Front Panel BIAS Calibration Controls
- Built-in Tone Oscillators
- Parallel Control Port
- Fader Start Function
- MPX Filter
- Optional RC-134 Remote Control
