08/29/2025
Back in 1973, Nakamichi flipped the script on what a cassette deck could be. The 700 Tri-Tracer was a real show stopper. With three heads, three motors, and dual capstans, it gave you precision tape handling, real-time monitoring, and sound quality that made people stop comparing cassettes to dictation machines and start comparing them to reel-to-reel.
This beast was overbuilt in every way: A tank-like transport, aircraft toggle switches, glowing VU meters. The 700 just drips old school cool. 😎
The team just spent an entire day restoring it to its original glory…cleaned, calibrated, and ready to rock. Should be hitting the floor in a few days. If you’re in Portland, swing by the shop and see it for yourself. This wont last long!