The Hitachi D-777 is a compact cassette deck that was manufactured by Hitachi. It features dual-capstan drive and closed-loop controls for enhanced tape performance, providing improved sound quality and reduced wow and flutter. The unit is equipped with features like Dolby B and C noise reduction, as well as a bias and level adjustment to optimize recording quality on various tape formulations. It also includes a digital tape counter and playback function controls, which facilitate easy navigation through cassettes.