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The Pioneer CT-W 820 R is a dual cassette deck that was part of Pioneer's lineup during the late 1980s to early 1990s. It features a high-performance design offering playback and recording capabilities for both Type I (normal) and Type II (high bias) tapes. The deck is equipped with a direct drive motor mechanism, which minimizes wow and flutter, ensuring high-quality sound reproduction. The CT-W 820 R also includes auto reverse functionality, allowing for uninterrupted playback of both sides of a tape without needing to flip it manually. This model is characterized by its dual cassette design, enabling users to play one cassette while recording from another. The front panel contains controls for play, record, rewind, fast forward, and stop, along with indicators for tape type and recording level. Additionally, it has Dolby B and C noise reduction options to enhance tape playback quality by minimizing background noise. The CT-W 820 R offers features such as search buttons for cueing and indexing tracks, as well as a unique system that detects and adjusts the recording level automatically, aimed at achieving optimal performance based on the material being recorded. It typically has a black finish with silver accents, fitting well into a variety of audio equipment setups. 

CT-W 820 R

by Pioneer

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