International Four-track Recorder
Wyndsor (Brand) Magnetic Recording Co., Wyndsor Recording Co.; London
- Country
- Great Britain (UK)
- Manufacturer / Brand
- Wyndsor (Brand) Magnetic Recording Co., Wyndsor Recording Co.; London
- Year
- 1962 ?
- Category
- Sound/Video Recorder and/or Player
- Radiomuseum.org ID
- 361831
Tape Recording UK Apr 1962, Page 96.
Tape Recording UK Apr 1962, Page 120.
- Main principle
- Audio-Amplification
- Wave bands
- - without
- Power type and voltage
- Alternating Current supply (AC) / 110 -120 / 220 - 240 Volt
- Loudspeaker
- Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 8 inch = 20.3 cm
- Power out
- 4 W (unknown quality)
- Material
- Metal case
- from Radiomuseum.org
- Model: International Four-track Recorder - Wyndsor Brand Magnetic
- Shape
- Tablemodel, high profile (upright - NOT Cathedral nor decorative).
- Dimensions (WHD)
- 387 x 413 x 254 mm / 15.2 x 16.3 x 10 inch
- Notes
-
The Wyndsor International Recorder, introduced at the 1962 Audio Festival, was a notable break from conventional tape recorder design, featuring a vertical deck layout. Priced at £78 15s. with a ribbon microphone (or £72 9s. without), it targeted both enthusiasts and semi-professional users seeking advanced features and high-fidelity performance.
- Four-track mono tape recorder
- Two tape speeds: 7½ ips and 3¾ ips
- Frequency response:
- 7½ ips: 40–20,000 Hz (±3 dB)
- 3¾ ips: 40–12,000 Hz (±3 dB)
- Vertical deck layout
- Recording level meter
- Separate bass and treble controls
- 8-inch rear-facing speaker
- Three inputs and three outputs
- Pause control with lock and tape position indicator
- Ribbon microphone included (optional)
- Storage for a microphone and up to six tape spools.
- Net weight (2.2 lb = 1 kg)
- 15.9 kg / 35 lb 0.4 oz (35.022 lb)
- Price in first year of sale
- 78.75 GB £
- Mentioned in
- -- Original prospect or advert (Tape Recording UK Apr 1962, Page 120)
- Author
- Model page created by Gary Cowans. See "Data change" for further contributors.
- Other Models
-
Here you find 6 models, 6 with images and 1 with schematics for wireless sets etc. In French: TSF for Télégraphie sans fil.
All listed radios etc. from Wyndsor (Brand) Magnetic Recording Co., Wyndsor Recording Co.; London