{"title":"Alter Ego Appearance","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eElevate Your Analogue Reel Audio Sound Experience - Premium reel solutions for real music lovers!\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlter Ego Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e where a vintage open reel tape recorder is restored to outshine its former glory - \u003cem\u003eOnly for the most meticulous of listeners who want the absolute best!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoundoftape.com\/collections\/alter-ego-appearance-1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/6856\/0166\/files\/Alter-Ego-Appearance_logo.png?v=1732560582\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTake a closer look at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/alteregoappearance.com\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlter Ego Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey did impressive art for tape recorders in response to the rapidly decreasing availability of Technicians who perform bespoke, custom-design levels of rebuild open-reel tape recorders. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e For the most meticulous of listeners - those who want the absolute best!\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/alteregoappearance.com\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/6856\/0166\/files\/AlterEgoAppearance_Technics_Web.png?v=1774087161\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery part of the tape deck is rebuilt with top-quality materials, brand-new front and back panels (from scratch), switches, head blocks, caps, motors, \u003cstrong\u003eEVERYTHING is new \u003c\/strong\u003eand improved functionality of the tape deck to another level to play master tape copy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExclusive Bespoke Rebuild Like No Other With Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Brand NEW (Vintage Rebuilt)\u003cbr\u003e- Colour: BLACK (Black Stone Edition)\u003cbr\u003e- Material: aviation-grade 7075-T6 aluminium\u003cbr\u003e- New Spectrum analyser which bins with peaks with 7 different delays, chosen by the user\u003cbr\u003e- Automatic counter with 1\/100 sec precision and a remaining tape calculator\u003cbr\u003e- C++ Programming \u003cbr\u003e- Custom LCD VU Meter with SEVEN different VU meter modes, four combination colours for each mode \u003cbr\u003e- Custom-built, brand-new front and back panels\u003cbr\u003e- Brand new metal lettering, jewellery-quality silver\u003cbr\u003e- New tape heads for playback and recording\u003cbr\u003e- The deck calibrated for 10,5 in reels\u003cbr\u003e- Exclusive (Only One Made)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlter Ego Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e brings you the best Open Reel Tape Deck in condition and model functionality - everything you only wish your deck could make an impression every day, all other specifications and extra functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eElevate Your Sound Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlter Ego Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e combines art with technical skill. Alter Ego Appearance brings tape deck restoration to the next level with jewellery-grade metal lettering, powder coating, 3D printing, and more. Custom would be an understatement as each machine is a new creation. No two machines will ever be identical. Every single part of the tape decks is rebuilt; brand new front panels (from scratch), switches, head blocks, caps, motors, EVERYTHING is rebuilt! It is a brand-new machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach custom restoration is completed with customer input - Premium reel solutions for real music lovers!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"technics-rs-1520-tape-recorder-virtual-high-fidelity-exhibition","title":"Technics RS-1520 Open Reel Tape Deck","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOLD OUT: OpenReelToReel Present Technics RS-1520 High-Fidelity Reel Tape Recorder \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy THIS ONE and ONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: \u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICS RS-1520\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - Oh, Yeah!! Fully, rebuilt by Craftsman and Restored by \u003cstrong\u003eAlter Ego Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnics RS-1520 By Alter Ego Appearance \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnrich For Life - Audio Precision Engineering: Alter Ego Appearance in response to “the rapidly decreasing availability of Technicians who perform this level of rebuild.” Alter Ego Appearance combines design with technical skills. The word custom would be an understatement as each machine is its new creation, none of the open reel tape decks will ever be identical.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Technics 1520 has long been regarded as one of the prized tape decks. Impeccable consideration to the points only the most meticulous of audiophiles would understand. Below is a description of this one-of-a-kind rebuild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICS RS-1520 Reel Tape Recorder Virtual High-Fidelity Exhibition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICS RS-1520 A REBUILD LIKE NO OTHER - SPECIFICATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eREEL MOTORS\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe reel motors totally disassembled. Plastic tridents, which are subject to breaking easily, are replaced with metal tridents made from non-magnetic aluminium bronze. Bronze bearings inside the motors were cleaned and filled with lubricant.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrake drums were removed from the shaft, and old paint was stripped. Repainted with glossy hard scratch-resistant high temp paint. The quality of this paint is crucial for proper brakes. 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Graphics 24K gold plated.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe black paint from the arrows was removed, arrows were painted with fluorescent paint (0xBD09F5 color).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHEAD BLOCK\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHead block disassembled. Plate stripped, cleaned, and painted to base machine colour. New metal letterings and some metal accents were applied. Heads had incredibly low usage, relapsed \u0026amp; polished under water. Resoldered, realigned. The head block was reassembled. 4t-2t switch disassembled, cleaned, reassembled.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTAPE COUNTER\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLarge 128x22px screen with bright YELLOW pixels. Powered by SSD1305 and Teensy4.0 (600MHz) controllers. Auto-scaling with speed switch on the left panel. With memory on power off. Prewired for future installation of WiFi remote control and programming block. Screen installed on totally reengineered counter and cue plate, 3D printed on Formlabs3+ printer from high temp resin, powder coated to base machine colour. A new reset switch and precisely machined button were installed. CUE functionality is untouched.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCONTROL BUTTONS\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eControl buttons block disassembled, Plastic buttons replaced with CNC machined aluminium, powder coated to the base color. REC, PAUSE and PLAY buttons have light bulbs which are visible in the corresponding mode through symbols.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTAPE PATH\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll bearings were replaced with the original NOS NSK. All parts were polished, replaced with non-magnetic aluminium bronze where possible, and realigned. Some decorative parts were added.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCONNECTORS\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll back connectors were replaced with gold plated. AC cord connector added.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll visible metal parts are hand-made from non-magnetic aluminium bronze polished.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA FEW words about METAL. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAluminium bronze C62400 composition contains up to 11.5% of aluminium, which creates a protective oxide film almost immediately after polishing. Will remain shiny for a long time. The color is slightly darker than gold by design.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeedless to say, all letterings are made from the same metal, 0.75mm raised.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSplicing block is fully functional with spring-loaded levers.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCuts for blades are made for 22.5 and 45 deg for right and left-handed people. Insert for lower panel levers also CNC machined from C62400, polished.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlso, needless to say,, the deck is fully recapped and readjusted.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll old Philips bolts were replaced with new HEX just to make future maintenance easy.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLubricated, aligned.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSide panels are made from African Rosewood AKA Palisander (while machining smells like roses it's funny). Treated with special blend oil, polished. Each flange on side panels has the engraving \"\u003cstrong\u003eTechnics RS-1520\u003c\/strong\u003e\".The return of the most delicate, but most considered, kind of audio format for a true audiophile. The most dubious audiophiles know the truth about reel-to-reel tape. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe truth is that it just sounds better than vinyl. The ultimate reel-to-reel tape is the latest retro-trend for audiophiles, it has a greater dynamic range than vinyl, is capable of producing extraordinary sound for the treble and bass and there is less signal processing which is the enemy of a hi-fi extraordinaire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Technics Aereum Bespoke Open Reel Tape Deck Series is built to order according to your wishes. Each offered open reel deck complete rebuild inside \u0026amp;amp; out - each machine will always be unique. 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Should something break down within the first year not related to shipping damage or accidental user error causing damage, Alter Ego Appearance, will repair at no charge. The customer pays shipping packaging costs or technicians' visiting expenses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information visit the Alter Ego Appearance website www.alteregoappearance.com - the place where vintage reel-to-reel tape recorders are restored to outshine its former glory with new functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eListening to music on reel-to-reel tape will allow you to discover details in the music you were never able to hear before. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNothing sounds better than music on audio reel-to-reel tape.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alter Ego Appearance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47297992294694,"sku":"TECHNICS-RS-1520","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/6856\/0166\/products\/reel-tape-690214.jpg?v=1701722930"},{"product_id":"technics-rs-1500-reel-tape-recorder","title":"Technics RS-1500 [Aereum Edition] - Reel Tape Recorder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe most exclusive and hi-end open reel deck: Technics RS-1500 Aereum Edition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnics RS-1500 Aereum Limited Edition By Alter Ego Appearance | Enrich For Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe best can only be hand-crafted, one at a time and is never replicated. Almost every single piece of this Technics RS-1500 Aereum Edition has been custom-made from blocks of solid metals \u0026amp; alloys. Each knob, lever, pinch roller cap, face plate, head block and more was made brand new and it is breath-taking. This restoration provides endless features. Multiple VU meter backgrounds, Improved counter, exquisite knobs, buttons and levers, bespoke NAB adapters and reels, Jewellery grade raised metal lettering, aerospace grade titanium, textured coated front panel and so much more. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe new Technics RS-1500 Aereum Limited Edition Open Reel Deck:\u003c\/strong\u003e The best can only be hand-crafted, one at a time and is never replicated, its fully rebuilt with NEW features and functionality like a digital counter and new NAB IEC equalisation selector and much more. 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The Technics RS-1500 is a pure playback open reel deck and provides a high-end solution to listen to 1\/4″ 15 IPS master reel tapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Reel Tape Recorder In Every Sense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both performance and operational advantages of the \"Isolated Loop\" tape path introduced in the Technics RS-1500US and RS-1506US qualify these professional units not only as state-of-the-art but as the beginning of a new technological generation. To realize the full potential possible with this design, there was no choice but to employ an all-direct-drive tape transport system, with quartz-controlled, phase-locked servo control. Electronically as well, these units were built as an uncompromising challenge to tape decks now available. Separate microphone amplifier, recording amplifier, mixing amplifier and three-way bias and equalization controls all serve to help assure flawless recording and playback under any circumstances. Unique in tape recorder technology, the capstan of the RS-1500US is 34 mm in diameter, for increased tape contact and less possibility of slippage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe direct-drive concept was originally introduced by Technics in 1969\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, for use in high-grade turntables, and was adopted in the Technics RS-275US cassette deck in 1970. In 1976 with the introduction of the RS-1500US, a direct-drive is applied to a tape transport system (the capstan, flywheel and motor all rotate as a uniform entity) ​The direct-drive principle extends to the reel motors, also. Brushless DC motors of very high torque, with electronic commutation, are unitized with the diecast reel tables. The RS-1500US is designed for 2-track recording and playback as well as 4-track playback of tapes made on other decks. The RS-1506US is designed for 4-track recording and playback as well as 2-track playback of tapes made on other decks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Technics RS-1500\u003c\/strong\u003e was an \"isolated loop\" direct-drive open reel tape deck manufactured by the Technics National Panasonic Corporation of Japan. It had three speeds, with 2-track record\/playback, and 4-track playback capability. The RS-1506US was a similar model except it had 4-track record\/playback, and 2-track playback capability. Both models shared the same technological advantages such as the \"isolated loop\", and the quartz-locked direct-drive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolated Loop:\u003c\/strong\u003e In conventional tape recorders, the supply reel and take-up reel usually have some influence on the speed of the tape introducing wow and flutter. The \"isolated loop\" refers to a loop of tape that is isolated from these influences. They achieved this using a pair of pinch rollers because the loop of tape between the rollers will have a precisely smooth speed. Using separate capstans for each pinch roller could cause the tape to stretch if their speeds were not identical; therefore, they use a single large capstan with both pinch rollers in contact with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Isolated Loop tape path was developed by Technics which improves wow and flutter (.018%) as well as modulation noise. A large 34mm capstan with 2 pinch rollers makes for a very smooth and stable tape path with an electronic tension control system. The tape tension on the Technics RS-1500 is low compared to many other machines, so for those using older tapes with rippled edges, this may not be ideal. A Quartz-Locked Direct-Drive Capstan Motor completed the well-designed assembly. 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Alex did so in response to the rapidly decreasing availability of Technicians who perform this level of rebuild. Alter Ego Appearance combines art with technical skill, each custom restoration is completed like no other. Custom would be an understatement as each machine is its new creation with new functionality and features and uses only top-quality materials, parts and dedicated machinery. Creating brand new front panels, jewellery grade metal lettering, powder coating, 3D printing, coding for custom modifications and much more. No two reel-to-reel tape recorders will ever be identical. Every single part of the tape decks is rebuilt; brand new front panel (from scratch), brand new back panel, all switches, head blocks, caps, motors, EVERYTHING is rebuilt! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Technics RS-1500 is a brand-new reel tape recorder with a warranty. Providing complete rebuilds and custom modifications, Alter Ego Appearance brings Technics RS-1500 open reel tape deck restoration to the next level. Alter Ego Appearance is located in Brooklyn, NY, USA.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio reel tape recording has quietly made a resurgence, both in the consumer and professional audio sectors. Considered obsolete as a recording format in the mid-1990s, today the credibility of its return has been assured by the introduction of at least four brand-new tape-recorder models and its use in music composition, performance and album production by major artists. Prices of machines dating from the 1970s and 80s have trebled in the last five years. 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