vintage 1970s Sony TC-558 Tapecorder

vintage 1970s Sony TC-558 Three Motor Auto Reverse Bi-Directional Recording Reel-to-Reel Tapecorder good working condition Track system: bi-directional, auto reverse, 4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural system 6 Ferrite Heads: 2x playback, 2x reverse, 2x erase Reel size: up to 7 inch reel Tape speeds: 7½ ips (19 cm/s) and 3¾ ips (9.5 cm/s) Wow and flutter: 0.05% (7½ ips ) Frequency response: 20Hz to 30kHz (7½ ips ) Signal to Noise Ratio: 53dB - 56dB Total harmonic distortion: 1.2% Input: 60mV (line), 0.2mV (mic) Output: 0.43V (line) Dimensions: 458 x 425 x 213mm Weight: 20.8kg price new: $770.00 US built to last forever (most are over 40 years old) solenoid controlled transport full weighted meters "the fastest rewind or fast forward in the universe" price: $350 Comparables online (eBay, Etsy and others) average $375 CDN plus shipping Excellent cosmetic condition considering the age with no appreciable wear to the chassis. More photos available on request. Item was functional 30 years ago but has been well stored and not used since. It has been powered up and is still functional but sold as pictured, as described, as is with no functional warranties or guarantees and no return policy. All sales final.