Key Features
The KD-V200 uses a logic-controlled tape transport, giving light, soft-touch operation of all transport functions, backed by an LED tape-running indicator to show the current mode at a glance. JVC fitted its Metaperm head to the deck, engineered to give consistent results across normal, chrome, and metal tape formulations alike. Level monitoring is handled by 6-LED multi-peak indicators, one set per channel, and Music Scan allows quick location of the start of the next or preceding track. Noise reduction is provided by both Dolby B and Dolby C, with Dolby C giving a useful improvement in signal-to-noise performance, particularly in the higher frequencies. The deck also includes automatic input selection, slider-type input level controls, and separate microphone and headphone jacks, making it a flexible option for both recording and casual listening.
Technical Specifications
- Type: 2-head stereo cassette deck
- Track system: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
- Heads: 1 x record/playback (Metaperm), 1 x erase
- Transport: Belt-driven, single-capstan, logic-controlled
- Tape counter: Analogue, 3-digit
- Tape types supported: Normal, chrome (CrO2), metal
- Noise reduction: Dolby B, Dolby C
- Signal-to-noise improvement: Approx. 15dB at 500Hz and up to 20dB at 1kHz with Dolby C engaged; approx. 5dB at 1kHz and 10dB above 5kHz with Dolby B engaged
- Fast forward/rewind time: Approx. 100 seconds
- Metering: 6-LED multi-peak indicators (per channel)
- Inputs: Line, microphone, with automatic input selection
- Year of production: 1983–84
- Country of origin: Japan
Why Buy From Us
With over 40 years of experience in the Hi-Fi industry, we are well placed to assess and test equipment of this type. Every item we list is fully inspected and tested before sale — this unit was checked by Andrew in our workshop.
When you buy from us you can expect:
- Full inspection and testing prior to listing — not simply a visual check
- A 3-month guarantee on every item we sell
- Transparent descriptions with no omissions
- Professional packaging to ensure safe delivery
- After-sales support available by phone or email should you have any questions
Summary
A well-featured mid-range JVC cassette deck from the early 1980s, offering Dolby B/C noise reduction and metal tape compatibility in a logic-controlled transport, presented here in good condition with some marks and fully checked and tested. This is a single-unit listing. Please feel free to get in touch with any questions prior to purchase.
