Nagra IV-L Portable Reel-to-Reel Recorder – Serial No. 2359903
A classic Swiss-made Nagra IV-L analogue recorder in excellent condition for its age and fully deserving of its legendary reputation. The Nagra IV-L became the industry standard for location sound recording in film, television, radio, and broadcast applications thanks to its exceptional engineering, reliability, and sound quality. Introduced in 1968, it featured dual microphone inputs, crystal sync capability, automatic gain control, and the rugged construction that made Nagra famous.
This example, serial number 2359903, has been carefully owned and remains in great cosmetic condition for its age, with only the expected signs of use associated with vintage professional equipment. The transport operates smoothly, the iconic modulometer presents beautifully, and all controls have the precise feel these machines are known for.
Whether you’re a collector, analogue recording enthusiast, filmmaker, or studio owner looking for a piece of audio history, the IV-L remains one of the most desirable portable tape recorders ever produced. Built to an extraordinary standard in Switzerland, these machines are renowned for their reliability and distinctive analogue character.
Features
- Swiss-made Nagra IV-L portable analogue recorder
- Serial number: 2359903
- ¼-inch reel-to-reel format
- Dual microphone inputs
- Crystal sync functionality
- Automatic gain control and limiter
- Precision modulometer level meter
- Portable field recorder used extensively in film and broadcast production
- Excellent condition for its age
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| Listed | 24 days ago |
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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