Description

The Luxman K-04 is a top-of-the-line audiophile cassette deck that delivers unparalleled sound quality and performance. Developed with the ultimate goal of achieving faithful reproduction of the original music, this deck is the result of Luxman’s exhaustive quest for the ideal in cassette technology. The K-04 features a newly designed, ultra-precise “G.T. Transport” mechanism, supported by a solid, die-cast zinc alloy chassis that ensures perfect parallelism and verticality of the capstan and pinch-roller shafts. This robust, closed-loop dual capstan structure eliminates tape twist and ensures close tape contact, resulting in a remarkable improvement in wow and flutter performance.

The K-04 employs a 3-DD motor configuration, with dedicated motors for capstan drive, reel drive, and head-assembly movement. This simplifies the driving system, minimizing sonic deterioration caused by mechanical complexity. The silent, motor-driven mechanism eliminates vibrations and shock-noises during mode selection, further enhancing the deck’s audio performance. With its combination of advanced technology, precision engineering, and unwavering commitment to sound quality, the Luxman K-04 sets a new standard in audiophile cassette playback.

Specifications:

1. Basic Configuration
– 3-head, single compact cassette deck
– 4-track, 2-channel stereo
– Tape speed: 4.75 cm/s

2. Head Configuration
– 1 x record head
– 1 x playback head
– 1 x erase head

3. Motor System
– 1 x reel motor
– 1 x capstan motor
– 1 x mechanism motor

4. Tape Compatibility and Noise Reduction
– Type I, CrO2, and Metal tape compatibility
– Dolby B and C noise reduction

5. Performance
– Frequency response: 20Hz to 23kHz (Metal tape)
– Signal to noise ratio: 73dB (Dolby C)
– Wow and flutter: 0.022%