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Studer SALE MASTER RECORDER A80-VU II only 647 hours!!!
Product information
- Product category
- Tape Recorder
- Manufacturer
- Studer
- Function
- flawless
- Age
- 40 years
- Usage state
- second-hand
- Appearance
- signs of usage
- Accessories
- nearly complete
- Price
- 15,000.00 €
- More information
- http://www.studer.ch/
- Serial number
- 10930
Description
SALE!
Downsizing our private collection.
Studer A80 VU MkII Master Recorder – Two-Track (Only 647 Hours, Fully Functional)
Offered here is an exceptional example of the legendary Studer A80 VU MkII, one of the most iconic and revered professional tape machines ever built. With only 647 total operating hours, this unit is not just fully functional – it is an extraordinarily well-preserved specimen, rare to find in such original condition.
The A80 has long been a cornerstone of the world’s greatest studios, admired for its rock-solid transport, timeless Swiss engineering, and sonic signature that defined countless classic recordings. Its warm, natural, and detailed sound has made it the benchmark for analog master recorders, equally prized by professional engineers, archivists, and serious audiophiles.
Highlights:
Model: Studer A80 VU MkII, two-track stereo master recorder
Operating Hours: Only 647 total hours – exceptionally low for a professional machine
Condition: Fully functional, meticulously maintained, and ready for immediate use
Sound: Classic Studer depth, warmth, and accuracy – the very character that shaped recorded music history
Build: Heavy-duty Swiss design, VU meter front panel, modular electronics, and smooth, tape-friendly transport
Collector’s Value: Increasingly rare to find in such lightly used condition; highly desirable among collectors and audiophiles worldwide
This is not just a recorder – it is a piece of recording history, preserved in remarkable condition and ready to inspire. With its exceptionally low hours and flawless functionality, this Studer A80 VU MkII is both a professional-grade instrument and a collector’s treasure.
More photos & videos available on request, do not hesitate to contact us for any questions.
Slightly negotiable.
Shipping worldwide in a customised professional wooden crate (please see the last photo).
Downsizing our private collection.
Studer A80 VU MkII Master Recorder – Two-Track (Only 647 Hours, Fully Functional)
Offered here is an exceptional example of the legendary Studer A80 VU MkII, one of the most iconic and revered professional tape machines ever built. With only 647 total operating hours, this unit is not just fully functional – it is an extraordinarily well-preserved specimen, rare to find in such original condition.
The A80 has long been a cornerstone of the world’s greatest studios, admired for its rock-solid transport, timeless Swiss engineering, and sonic signature that defined countless classic recordings. Its warm, natural, and detailed sound has made it the benchmark for analog master recorders, equally prized by professional engineers, archivists, and serious audiophiles.
Highlights:
Model: Studer A80 VU MkII, two-track stereo master recorder
Operating Hours: Only 647 total hours – exceptionally low for a professional machine
Condition: Fully functional, meticulously maintained, and ready for immediate use
Sound: Classic Studer depth, warmth, and accuracy – the very character that shaped recorded music history
Build: Heavy-duty Swiss design, VU meter front panel, modular electronics, and smooth, tape-friendly transport
Collector’s Value: Increasingly rare to find in such lightly used condition; highly desirable among collectors and audiophiles worldwide
This is not just a recorder – it is a piece of recording history, preserved in remarkable condition and ready to inspire. With its exceptionally low hours and flawless functionality, this Studer A80 VU MkII is both a professional-grade instrument and a collector’s treasure.
More photos & videos available on request, do not hesitate to contact us for any questions.
Slightly negotiable.
Shipping worldwide in a customised professional wooden crate (please see the last photo).
Seller:
Service Laboratory & Restoration Facility Tape Recorders
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- Shipping from Austria (A-1190)
- Purchaser pays shipping costs
- Worldwide shipping
Payment methods
- Cash upon collection
- Bank transfer
- Prepayment (bank transfer)
Advert ID
0235139746
Advert time period- Start:
- 22.10.2025 - 15:16
- End:
- 21.12.2025 - 15:16
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