The Pioneer RT-909 is the epitome of HiFi, with its sleek design and classic styling. And when it comes to performance, this deck is the real deal. It's just a classic piece of equipment. 4 heads, 3 motors, 2 speeds, and one perfect way to enjoy the warmth and richness that can only come from analog recordings. This piece is in top working order, yet has a bit of character on the head plate. We're looking for a replacement there, so stay tuned.
* Source and take-up reels not included
- Production
- 1979-84
- Condition
- 8/10
- Serial No.
- ZF3600364
- Orig. MSRP
- $894
- Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Replaced drive belt
- Cleaned and relubricated transport
- Cleaned heads
- Replaced pinch rollers
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
- Specs
Type Solid-state 4-track open reel recorder
Track system auto reverse, 4-track, 2-channel, stereo system
Heads 2 x playback, 1 x record, 1 x erase
Motor 2 x reel, 1 x capstan
Reel size up to 10.5 inch reel
Tape speeds 3 3⁄4 7 1⁄2 ips
Wow and flutter 0.04% (7 1⁄2 ips)
Frequency response 20Hz to 30kHz (7 1⁄2 ips)
Signal to Noise Ratio 60dB
Total harmonic distortion 1%
Crosstalk 50dB
Input 50mV (line), 0.3mV (mic)
Output 0.45V (line)
Semiconductors 4 x FET, 43 x IC, 121 x transistors, 126 x diodes
Dimensions 19"W x 13.5"H x 10.5"
Weight 47 lbs.
- Documentation
Pioneer RT-909 Owner's Manual
Pioneer RT-909 Schematic
Pioneer RT-909 Brochure
- The History of Pioneer
- Pioneer was founded by Nozomu Matsumoto in 1938 in Tokyo as a radio and speaker repair shop. In December 1953 Mr. Nozomu Matsumoto succeeded in developing the first domestic dynamic speaker made of original parts. It was named A-8 and marketed in Japan under the Pioneer brand. It later became the origin of the HiFi ...
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- Liner Notes
The Pioneer RT-909 3-motor deck, with auto reverse / repeat playback and many more features, takes the open-reel format another important and impressive step ahead of anything available in the cassette format. You're going to sense this the moment you see it, and hear it, in action. Features? It's another loaded deck from Pioneer. It not only accepts the conventional 7 inch reels, but also the professional size 10.5 inch diameter reels.
- Packing
- Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. This piece will ship double-boxed, and fully insulated, taking extra care to ensure there's no pressure against the face. First, the component is first wrapped in 8mil plastic. Then, the unit is strapped to a plate inside an inner box to prevent shifting, and padded on all sides. We then suspend the inner box inside a double-walled outer box using shock-resistant foam corners.
- Shipping
- This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $150, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
- Stock No.
- 8049703354589
The Pioneer RT-909 is the epitome of HiFi, with its sleek design and classic styling. And when it comes to performance, this deck is the real deal. It's just a classic piece of equipment. 4 heads, 3 motors, 2 speeds, and one perfect way to enjoy the warmth and richness that can only come from analog recordings. This piece is in top working order, yet has a bit of character on the head plate. We're looking for a replacement there, so stay tuned.
* Source and take-up reels not included
Production
1979-84
Condition
8/10
Serial No.
ZF3600364
Orig. MSRP
$894
Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Replaced drive belt
- Cleaned and relubricated transport
- Cleaned heads
- Replaced pinch rollers
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
Specs
Type Solid-state 4-track open reel recorder
Track system auto reverse, 4-track, 2-channel, stereo system
Heads 2 x playback, 1 x record, 1 x erase
Motor 2 x reel, 1 x capstan
Reel size up to 10.5 inch reel
Tape speeds 3 3⁄4 7 1⁄2 ips
Wow and flutter 0.04% (7 1⁄2 ips)
Frequency response 20Hz to 30kHz (7 1⁄2 ips)
Signal to Noise Ratio 60dB
Total harmonic distortion 1%
Crosstalk 50dB
Input 50mV (line), 0.3mV (mic)
Output 0.45V (line)
Semiconductors 4 x FET, 43 x IC, 121 x transistors, 126 x diodes
Dimensions 19"W x 13.5"H x 10.5"
Weight 47 lbs.
Documentation
Pioneer RT-909 Owner's Manual
Pioneer RT-909 Schematic
Pioneer RT-909 Brochure
The History of Pioneer
Pioneer was founded by Nozomu Matsumoto in 1938 in Tokyo as a radio and speaker repair shop. In December 1953 Mr. Nozomu Matsumoto succeeded in developing the first domestic dynamic speaker made of original parts. It was named A-8 and marketed in Japan under the Pioneer brand. It later became the origin of the HiFi ...
[ Read More ]
Liner Notes
The Pioneer RT-909 3-motor deck, with auto reverse / repeat playback and many more features, takes the open-reel format another important and impressive step ahead of anything available in the cassette format. You're going to sense this the moment you see it, and hear it, in action. Features? It's another loaded deck from Pioneer. It not only accepts the conventional 7 inch reels, but also the professional size 10.5 inch diameter reels.
Packing
Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. This piece will ship double-boxed, and fully insulated, taking extra care to ensure there's no pressure against the face. First, the component is first wrapped in 8mil plastic. Then, the unit is strapped to a plate inside an inner box to prevent shifting, and padded on all sides. We then suspend the inner box inside a double-walled outer box using shock-resistant foam corners.
Shipping
This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $150, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
Stock No.
8049703354589