Tell Me the Truth

[cason]

I want a cassette deck. One that is pretty much trouble free with good sound. I currently have a Pioneer CT-F750 and a CT-F9191. Both have issues that I may be in over my head trying to fix. So, do I look for a new deck (prefferably one that will go with my SA-7800, TX-7800 and SG-9800) or have one (both?) of these repaired and use it (them)?
Thanks
Bob

 

[Jon_Logan]

Can you handle the truth??

Niether of those Pioneers have ever been my favorite. When and if they are repaired, they are mediocre (IMO). Lot's of busy mechanics with Pioneer NLA parts.

I think you'd get better performance with a used Sony or Nak(amichi).

 

[cason]

Jon,
yeah, I can handle the truth. It's why I asked. Was enjoying the 750 when it was working, but... Also, liked the "matched silver," and the 9191 is just one of the prettiest decks around. But I'm really wanting something basically "bullet proof" with good sound.
Bob

 

[rotovator]

http://webs.ono.com/llagona/Recommended.html

 

[Strawman]

I've had trouble with 4 750's. My 9191 has been pretty good after a belt kit.
Same for 900/950's, they would go well with your stack. My 850 has been relaible, but thet don't apperar as often.
The Nakamichi CR series seem pretty nice too, but they may not blend in as well if that's a prime consideration.

 

[perryinva]

A Nak LX-5 is silver, tho pretty plain, and once belted, very reliable with excellent sound.

 

[Mark W.]

The only way your going to get a bullet proof cassette deck is to buy one and have it completely restored.

 

[cason]

Thanks for the replies. Mark, I'm considering that path with the 9191, but haven't made the decision yet.