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I need to move soon, and I can't take this beast with me. For those who are unfamiliar with the Tascam 388, it is basically the precursor to the Portastudio line. Now, this this isn't really what I would consider "portable". It weighs about 88 pounds, and takes up a desk. (The desk it's sitting on was built specifically for it, and that comes along with it, if you wish.)
Anyways, it is a 1980's/1990's vintage 8-track analog all-in-one recording studio. (I think this one was originally purchased in 1993, but i'm not 100% on that) It has an integrated mixer, uses 1/4" tape on 7" reels, and features DBX noise reduction. For the most part, it still looks just as it did when it was brand new. I've made several test recordings on it, and it seems to be in functionally tip-top shape. I also have the original operation and maintenance service manual. During the time I've had it, I've cleaned the heads and all tape contact points every time before I put a new tape in. No buttons or knobs are missing, and the wooden side panels are in very good shape. The only flaws are that the plastic shroud on two of the quarter-inch inputs on the back have chipped, and one of the pulleys will squeak on occasion, but neither seem to affect the functionality. As far as use goes, the original owner took very good care of it, and had only used it to record a few commercial jingles for a radio station he was working at. The machine has always been kept in a clean, air-conditioned, non-smoking environment, and has been covered when not in use.
The machine is located in my current residence in Northwestern Pennsylvania, in the general area surrounding Erie. I'm hoping to get about $450 for the machine, plus manual and the wheeled table made for it. I'd prefer local pickup, but if you REALLY want it shipped, I can arrange that, but I honestly have no idea how to go about shipping a large, heavy, and delicate piece of equipment such as this. Depending on your location, I might be able to deliver it, if it's within a two or three hour drive, or possibly if it's on the way from Northwest Pennsylvania to Western Washington state.
Here are some pictures of the unit:
Anyways, it is a 1980's/1990's vintage 8-track analog all-in-one recording studio. (I think this one was originally purchased in 1993, but i'm not 100% on that) It has an integrated mixer, uses 1/4" tape on 7" reels, and features DBX noise reduction. For the most part, it still looks just as it did when it was brand new. I've made several test recordings on it, and it seems to be in functionally tip-top shape. I also have the original operation and maintenance service manual. During the time I've had it, I've cleaned the heads and all tape contact points every time before I put a new tape in. No buttons or knobs are missing, and the wooden side panels are in very good shape. The only flaws are that the plastic shroud on two of the quarter-inch inputs on the back have chipped, and one of the pulleys will squeak on occasion, but neither seem to affect the functionality. As far as use goes, the original owner took very good care of it, and had only used it to record a few commercial jingles for a radio station he was working at. The machine has always been kept in a clean, air-conditioned, non-smoking environment, and has been covered when not in use.
The machine is located in my current residence in Northwestern Pennsylvania, in the general area surrounding Erie. I'm hoping to get about $450 for the machine, plus manual and the wheeled table made for it. I'd prefer local pickup, but if you REALLY want it shipped, I can arrange that, but I honestly have no idea how to go about shipping a large, heavy, and delicate piece of equipment such as this. Depending on your location, I might be able to deliver it, if it's within a two or three hour drive, or possibly if it's on the way from Northwest Pennsylvania to Western Washington state.
Here are some pictures of the unit: