About Otari Reel to Reel Players 

Otari produced professional-grade reel-to-reel tape players from 1975 to 2005, manufactured in Tokyo, Japan. These tape players target the studio and semi-pro market and are used in music recording, broadcasting, film production, and live music industries. 

Otari tape players used solid state electronics and produced 2 and 4 track machines.

Some of the most popular Otari reel-to-reel models include the MTR-10, MTR-90, and MTR-12. These were professional-grade machines known for their durability and high-quality audio reproduction. Other notable Otari reel-to-reel models include the MTR-5050, MTR-90 Mk II, and MTR-15.

Popular Models of Otari Reel to Reel Players:

• Otari MX50N
• OTARI MX50N-II
• OTARI MX5050BII2
• OTARI MX5050BIII2
• OTARI MX55
• Otari MKIV-2
• Otari MTR Series

Where To Buy Otari Reel to Reel Players:

RX Reels has an affiliate relationship with Reel to Reel Haven, a professional tape deck repair and restoration company, which sell like new condition refurbished Otari reel to reel players.

Reel to Reel Haven does quality restoration work, stand behind their product and ship them to customers the right way. All reel to reel players available for purchase are professionally restored.

How Much Are Refurbished Otari Reel to Reel Players?

Prices for typical refurbished decks range from $2,500 - $10,000. The company also provides repair services on all professional or pro-sumer grade decks.

Where To Refurbish Otari Reel to Reel Players:

Reel to Reel Haven is an established company and has successfully restored thousands of decks for customers ranging from universities to government agencies, studios and high net worth individuals in all 50 states. 

Every refurbished deck is completely disassembled and each individual component is checked. Every electronic component is completely cleaned by hand, and where applicable, micro vibration cleaning chamber, all caps, relays, diodes, etc. are tested, heads are tested and relapped when needed. Intense relapping jobs are sent to JRF Magnetics. Boards are reconditioned whenever needed as well as buttons, switches or other parts. Restoration can range from full mechanical components as well as include full cosmetic restorations depending on customers preference and budget. 

Warranty & Support 

Reel to Reel Haven provides free lifetime tech support and a 3 month to 1 year warranty on all tape decks.

Shipping for Reel to Reel Players 

Reel to Reel Haven ships globally. All shipping options are available from commercial to freight. Shipping is calculated at checkout.