{"product_id":"fostex-e-16-track-open-reel-recorder-good","title":"Fostex E 16-Track Open Reel - Recorder - Good","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFostex E 16-Track Open Reel - Recorder - Good\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood condition - clearly used but works as it should\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully tested - all applicable functions verified working\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e16-track, half-inch analog recorder with direct-drive motor and Permalloy heads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA genuine 16-track analog multitrack at a fraction of its original cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition: Good\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Fostex E 16-Track Open Reel is a good-condition recorder. It has passed our 10-point functional test, with 5 item(s) not applicable to this unit. Please review all photos carefully, as they provide an accurate representation of the cosmetic condition of the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFostex E 16-Track Open Reel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo additional accessories included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Model\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fostex E-16 is a 16-track analog tape recorder built around half-inch magnetic tape, designed for serious multitrack recording in project and home studio environments. It features a three-head configuration - erase, record, and play - enabling simultaneous recording and off-tape monitoring, which was a key workflow advantage for tracking sessions. The unit runs at 3¾ ips and 7½ ips tape speeds, delivers a frequency response of 40Hz to 20kHz, and achieves a signal-to-noise ratio of 65dB. A direct-drive capstan motor keeps transport speed stable, while Permalloy heads and solid-state electronics underpin its signal integrity. I\/O is via unbalanced RCA connections at -10dBV nominal line level, making it straightforward to integrate with project studio gear. VU meters provide real-time level monitoring across tracks. The E-16 saw use in professional and semi-professional contexts alike, with notable users including Enya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA great opportunity to own a Fostex E 16-Track Open Reel at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fostex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54969922027857,"sku":null,"price":519.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0775\/6913\/0833\/files\/cb574f9d-820a-47f7-a41c-904b72f2e7f1.jpg?v=1789550673","url":"https:\/\/www.audiotrader.co.uk\/products\/fostex-e-16-track-open-reel-recorder-good","provider":"Audio Trader","version":"1.0","type":"link"}