The Tandberg Model 12 is a stereo reel-to-reel tape recorder manufactured by Tandberg between 1966 and 1968 in Norway. It features a sleek silver and black design housed in a wooden cabinet. The unit operates at tape speeds of 1.875, 3.75, and 7.5 inches per second (ips). It is equipped with a single motor and can accommodate reels up to 7 inches in size. The frequency response ranges from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, and the signal-to-noise ratio is rated at 55 dB. The Model 12 has a power output of 20 watts and has a notable timing accuracy of 0.15%. The device weighs approximately 23 lbs and was originally priced at around $498.
