Can you dig it Dugger?
I use the Sony ES model twin deck cassette deck in my studio; it does a great job and has "easy to use features."
I had a Tascam twin deck before and it made more clicks and pops and clutter noises than I've ever experienced. Guess I got a unit that wasn't grounded. Well, I grounded it and it sits in my basement waiting for a newphew.
The Sony ES models run right around the Denon prices. Make sure you get the ES model which is superior to all other Sony decks.
Enjoy,
Green Hornet