682 ZX

About the 682 ZX

The Nakamichi 682 ZX is a high-end, three-head, single compact cassette deck introduced around 1980-1981 and manufactured in Japan. It uses a discrete 3-head configuration (separate record, playback, and erase heads) in a 4-track, 2-channel stereo system with a standard tape speed of 4.75-4.8 cm/s. It supports tape types I, II, and IV (Metal) and includes Dolby B and Dolby C noise reduction. The transport features Nakamichi's diffused resonance double-capstan mechanism combined with automatic level calibration and automatic azimuth alignment. Frequency response is rated at 20 Hz-22 kHz with Metal tape, with signal-to-noise ratio of at least 72 dB using Dolby C, total harmonic distortion up to 0.8%, and wow and flutter not more than 0.04%. A fluorescent peak level meter with 2x24 segments displays levels, and the deck provides adjustable output level, MPX filter, timer-compatible recording, pitch control, and a RAMM programmable music search function. Compatible with the optional wired RM-200 remote control. The chassis measures approximately 482 x 143 x 340 mm and weighs about 9 kg.