Victor PC-DX95 (1990)

 

Introduced in 1990, the PC-DX95 from Victor (JVC) was part of the so called CDioss Compo System Series. With the capabilities of two CD players, this is a true musical fortress: the Dual Pickup CD player. It offers the enjoyment of two CD players in one. Featuring independent CD-1 and CD-2 players, playing and editing music has become even more enjoyable. Experience a new kind of music with the Dual Pickup CD. Incredibly, each of the two CDs is equipped... Discover More

Victor JP-V1000 | JM-S1000 (1975)

 

"Listening to today's voices and living for tomorrow's technology" was the slogan that was used to introduce this new professional audio system in 1975. The Laboratory 1000 series was handcrafted at the Victor Lab Center. The JM-S1000 power amplifier boasts 180W x 2, and a staggering 600W in BTL monaural operation. The JP-V1000, with its comprehensive 4-channel control functions, including 4 SEA channels and a pink noise generator, it not only offers ample adaptability for a wide range of professional applications, but also possesses the finest specifications befitting a master of sound—refined quality and outstanding reliability. The 1000 series is meticulously crafted with the pursuit of the best possible music reproduction from every angle, whether for studio monitoring, as the main system for discerning audiophiles, or as a primary system for music enthusiasts. Furthermore, slight specification changes are possible to suit your specific needs.

JM-S1000 model (Original sale price in Japan ¥480,000) Specifications: Stereo Power Amplifier Circuitry: All-stage direct-coupled Purecon Triple PP OCL Effective Output: 180W + 180W (20Hz-20kHz) | Peak/VU simultaneous display meter (with sensitivity switch) | 4-stage power limiter Dimensions (H) 212.5 × (W) 478 × (D) 488 mm (BTS rack mount) | Weight 30.5 kg

JP-V1000 model (Original sale price in japan ¥480,000) | Model: 4-channel preamplifier | 4-channel input level meter, 4-channel 7-element SEA | pink noise generator | microphone amplifier | headphone monitor amplifier | Dimensions: (H) 162.5 × (W) 478 × (D) 488 mm (BTS rack mount) | Weight: 18.0 kg

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Victor HR-X3 Spirit (1994)

 

The X3 has already earned widespread praise as a video recorder capable of producing image quality beyond its class, and the X3 Spirit advances this performance further by incorporating W-VHS high-definition imaging technology. At its core is a dedicated 19-micron Sendust HD Pro head, designed specifically for 3x mode and derived from the head used in the world’s first high-definition home video system, ensuring excellent high-frequency characteristics through its laminated Sendust structure and delivering richer, more powerful color reproduction even during long-duration recordings such as BS broadcasts. Complementing this is the Clear Wide Reception System, featuring a Crisp Wide Tuner that enhances high-frequency detail and improves horizontal resolution by 5 dB over the HR-X3, along with an upgraded Crisp Wide BS tuner that reduces low-frequency noise by approximately 2 dB for cleaner satellite images, and a built-in booster BS antenna splitter that minimizes signal loss. Image processing is further refined by a motion-adaptive 3D digital Y/C separation circuit with 4 Mbit memory, reducing dot interference and cross-color while working alongside 3D digital noise reduction to preserve detail and produce sharp, dimensional images suitable for widescreen viewing. Color performance is enhanced by the Super Real Color Circuit, derived from the flagship HR-20000, which improves the signal-to-noise ratio through reduced distortion and noise, resulting in brighter, more natural colors. An auto-calibration system automatically optimizes recording levels to match the tape in use, maximizing both video and audio quality across six preset modes for S-VHS and VHS recording, while gold-plated rear terminals minimize transmission loss and ensure the X3 Spirit delivers its full performance potential. Size (W/H/D) 466x112x402mm | Weight 8,7kg | Original sale price in Japan 198.000 Yen.

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Victor HR-20000 (1994)

 

Refined high-quality picture and sound. A magnificent prestige video deck that pursued the truest image and pushed the limits of Super VHS. What kind of Super VHS video deck should we have when pursuing the perfect image? Development of the HR-20000 began with a reexamination of all fundamentals. Numerous new innovations were incorporated into the head, amplifier, and digital signal processing circuitry, and the mechanism was designed to be simple and highly accurate, with improvements made to functionality and operability. The result was the HR-20000, which has solidified its reputation as the prestige model of Super VHS. SC pro head - JVC's high-performance head, which combines high output and low noise, has been further improved. The head width has been balanced to an optimal value. By eliminating crosstalk from adjacent tracks, recording characteristics have been improved, resulting in clearer image quality. Equipped with 629 Digital TBC - the key to stable images and low noise. This function corrects the time axis jitter of the scanning lines caused by tape movement and vibration. It significantly reduces the curvature and roughness of vertical lines, and also effectively corrects jitter-like hue fluctuations and high-frequency jitter, reproducing natural and stable images. Super Solid DD Mecha - Professional-grade high-precision mechanism, Super Solid DD mechanism. The two-reel direct drive and super impedance roller ensure stable tape running with virtually no tension fluctuation, reducing jitter. Furthermore, the full-loading, high-response design ensures high-speed, quiet FF and REW. 3D digital Y/C - A 3D digital Y/C separation circuit that delivers high-quality images on wide screens. The DP-1000 is equipped with a motion-adaptive Y/C separation circuit that eliminates pixel interference and cross color without affecting resolution in any direction, including diagonal directions. This enables the reproduction of fine details and the expression of a clear three-dimensional effect, delivering the high-quality images required in the widescreen era. 3D Hadamard NR - Beautiful details even when played back on a large screen. Digital Hadamard processing using frame memory significantly reduces minute noise added to the luminance signal during recording and playback. AI homme calibration - AI auto-calibration produces high-quality images that are not affected by the tape. The optimum recording level, which varies slightly depending on the tape being recorded, is detected and automatically set. This maximizes the capabilities of each individual tape, achieving high-quality recording and playback. Furthermore, the introduction of a new algorithm has sped up the calibration process to less than 10 seconds. It is also possible to correct changes in characteristics due to head aging. FET amplifier - A hyper-parallel FET preamplifier is used to achieve low noise from the ground up. The amplifier section, which has often been overlooked in the past, has been given a thorough upgrade in quality, with FET preamplifiers that amplify the same signal in parallel for each playback head. The 18 FET preamplifiers, with standard and triple amplification, significantly reduce noise below a few MHz. A thorough vibration-damping structure design eliminates vibrations that affect the image. Vibration control is enhanced by using high-density materials on the bottom and both sides of the chassis, vibration-damping steel plate for the bottom plate, and insulators with a triple suspension structure. NF Super Rewind - NF Super Rewind rewinds a 120-minute tape in just under a minute. If there is a large amount of tape to be rewound, high-speed rewinding is performed in the unloaded state. Airtight door - Airtight cassette door for quieter operation. The cassette slot is fitted with a double-action airtight door that provides a tight seal, blocking out internal noise from the tape and other components, resulting in quieter operation.

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Victor (JVC) Mezzo Prezio micro (1990)

This is an amazing micro Hi-Fi system introduced in 1990. It was known as the Victor Mezzo Prezio in Japan and JVC Super Digifine micro Worldwide. The components of this system are: FX-105 (FX-V1TN) Computer-Controlled Digital Synthesizer tuner with 40 random preset memory, 16-character alphanumeric display for station names and frequencies, remote control card with numeric keypad - TD-105 (TD-V1TN) 3-Head Dual Capstan Computer-Controlled cassette deck with Dolby B-C HX Pro, fluorescent digital peak display and remote control card - EX-105 (EX-V1TN) Digital Processing Control Amplifier with Dolby Pro Logic Surround, Digital Acoustics Processor, Input 6-audio and 5-video, on-screen display, dot-matrix fluorescent display, 2 unified A/V remote control cards - ME-105 (ME-V1TN) Dynamic Super-A Power Amplifier, 2x80W 4ohm + 50W centre channel + 2x30W rear, discrete 5-channel amplifier, automatic 2/5 channel operation - SX-105TN 2-Way 3-Speaker bass reflex loudspeakers with two 12cm "metal cone" woofers and 2,5cm Titanium dome tweeter.

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JVC DD-V9 (Victor DD-V9) – 1983 High-End 3-Head Auto-Reverse Cassette Deck

 

Introduced in 1983, the JVC DD-V9 (known in Japan as the Victor DD-V9) represents the pinnacle of JVC’s cassette deck engineering. Combining superior performance specifications, advanced convenience features, and exceptional sound quality, this 3-head auto-reverse cassette deck was designed for audiophiles who demand precision and ease of use. The JVC DD-V9 stands out with its innovative auto-reverse swivel head system, featuring a jewel-lock (ruby-tipped) azimuth adjustment screw. This unique design allows independent head alignment for each direction of tape travel, ensuring optimal playback and recording accuracy. Equipped with a three-head configuration, the DD-V9 uses a Sen-Alloy (SA) recording head and a Metaperm playback head, both hyperbolically curved to deliver extended bass response and excellent tonal balance. At its core, the deck employs a direct-drive capstan system powered by JVC’s proprietary Pulse Servo Motor—a 4-phase, 8-pole, brushless, and coreless FG motor derived from the brand’s renowned turntable technology. This motor ensures stable tape transport, precise speed control, and long-term reliability. To guarantee perfect recording results on any cassette type, JVC incorporated the B.E.S.T. (Bias, Equalization, Sensitivity of Tape) computerized tuning system. In just 15 seconds, it automatically analyzes a tape’s electromagnetic properties and adjusts the deck’s electronics for an ideal match. The fluorescent display panel adds a touch of sophistication, showing remaining tape time, music scan modes, and dual-color level meters with 18 segments per channel for accurate signal monitoring. Frequently used controls are conveniently accessible, while less used functions are neatly hidden behind a slide-in/out panel for a clean, modern design. For added comfort, the DD-V9 supports the optional R-70E wired remote control, enhancing the deck’s already impressive usability. The JVC DD-V9 remains a remarkable example of early-1980s high-fidelity engineering—combining elegant design, innovative technology, and outstanding performance that still impresses vintage audio collectors today.

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Quartz Lock D.D. (1981)

 

Pursuing zero resonance and zero vibration. Whether it's a car, a camera, or even audio equipment, people who get into it seem to end up settling on a manual machine. This is probably because, in addition to expectations for basic performance and reliability supported by simplicity, there is also the great enjoyment of controlling the machine. If a tool is simply a means to accomplish a goal, it should be fine if it can automatically and efficiently complete the job without any hassle. Playing with a machine means that our feelings are transmitted to the machine and a reaction is returned. This is nothing other than recognizing them as living beings. Living things evolve and grow, so it takes a certain amount of time for them to become adults. The Victor (JVC) manual player system QL-A75 is a product that was born 10 years after Victor first proposed the idea of ​​"no resonance, no vibration." By changing the arm pipe and cartridge, you can carefully tailor sound to your liking. There is only one automatic model in this range, and it has an incredibly convenient auto stop-up mechanism. Main specifications of QL-A75 type: Drive system : FG detection double servo quartz coreless DC direct drive | Wow and flutter: 0.008% (WRMS) | Signal to noise ratio = 80dB (DIN-B) | Tone arm type: Dynamic Q damp, pipe exchange system, new gimbal support | Dimensions (W) 495 x (H) 208 x (D) 419mm | Weight = 14.0kg | Original sale price Germany: 1648 DM.

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Victor DC-G7 (1989) | G Creation - Digital Super Bass

 

AL-E500X

Computerized Fully Automatic Turntable

FX-EG7

TV/FM/AM Digital Sythesizer Tuner

36 station preset

3 program timers

Sleep & Wake Up Timer

AX-EG7

Digital Basic Integrated Amplifier

80W+80W(EIAJ) 

8fs digital filter & 18-bit dual DAC

3 Digital (Optical CD/BS/DAT) & Digital Out

Digital Super Bass

Live Phonic space effect

SEA-EG7

S.E.A. Stereo Graphic Equalizer

Equipped with spectrum analyzer

7-band control

Five-mode spectrum analyzer display

12 patterns of graphic equalizer preset memory

TD-EG7

Double Reverse Cassette Deck

Half shell stabilizer, W reverse deck with Dolby C

New Cyber ​​DD Recording System

Non-stop edit fade link without gaps (CD TAPE TAPE TAPE)

Equipped with electronic Rec volume and optimal recording level setting DDRP

Triple edit (AUTO/PROGRAM/MULTI) to fit perfectly into the specified time

Fade edit without blank space at the end of the tape

Auto fade for editing fades the way you want

DAC Direct REC for pure recording via the shortest possible path

XL-EG7

Opt Digital Compact Disc Player

Optical Digital Output

High Rigidity, Low Resonance and Low Vibration

High speed peak level search

Creation G7

Largest in its class, 3-way speaker with 28cm woofer

A new 60-key full remote control with ease of use

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Victor TD-550 (1972) | 3 motor auto reverse tape deck

 

3 motor auto reverse. A real tape deck! Although it is not as convenient as a cassette tape, the joy of operating the machine and the psychology of tape fans are what make the open reel type so appealing. The mechanism must also be able to fully respond to that. The TD-550 model released in 1972 is a three-motor auto-reverse tape deck for advanced tape enthusiasts. The 3 motors include an optimal 6-pole eddy current motor for winding, and a 4-8-pole hysteresis synchronous motor for the capstan, ensuring accurate and stable rotation. Operation is via full-scale all-electronic piano push buttons, and all operations can be performed with the lightest touch of your fingertips, giving the feeling of a professional machine. The drive system is center capstan type. The four heads are arranged symmetrically on the left and right, so the auto reverse function ensures that recording and playback are performed under the same conditions both ways. Other features include a convenient pause button for recording, an electromagnetic brake mechanism that does not put strain on the tape, sound-on-sound, and a well-equipped amplifier section, so you can enjoy authentic tape play with high-quality sound.

Track system: 4-track stereo

Reel used: Maximum No. 7

Tape speed = 19cm/sec 9.5cm/sec

Motor = for capstan (1), for reel (2) 

Head = for recording/playback (2), for erasing (2) 

Frequency response = 30-22,000Hz (SH tape)

Signal to noise ratio: 59 dB or more (JIS) 

Wow and flutter: 0.07% WRMS (19 cm/sec)

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Victor DC-5500 (1987) | Compact Disc Stereo System

 

High quality sound. Optical Link CD player with editing functions

●OPTICALINK optical transmission method. The digital and audio circuits are electrically separated to prevent digital noise from affecting the audio section. The pure digital signal is converted into light and sent to the audio circuit. In addition, a newly developed high-order digital filter cuts out unnecessary signals, further refining the sound quality.

●Editing function. This is a convenient function when you want to record a CD exactly onto a tape. First, use the CD's 10-key pad to specify the desired recording time. Then, the program will automatically program all the available tracks from the first track onwards. If there is enough tape, the display will show all the available tracks other than the tracks you have programmed.

● 32 songs can be randomly programmed with 10 key input. Direct track selection is possible using the remote control or the 10-key pad on the unit, and up to 32 tracks can be selected randomly by pressing the program key once. Additional programs and programming with the CD tray open are also possible.

●Timer play. The tuner's built-in timer allows you to select a CD as the source and playback will begin at the set time.

●Easy-to-read, convenient 20-song program chart 

●Random play/random intro play ●Five types of repeat function: all songs/1 song/program (1-32 songs)/random/A→B interval The large 8-digit FL display shows track numbers, indexes. Displays the total playing time, total remaining time, playing time of each song, and remaining time of each song independently for each number. Displays the cumulative time of programmed songs.

A powerful ally in tape editing. Equipped with an electronic counter (full logic, double reverse deck)

● Electronic counter for accurate tape editing. The use of an electronic counter has made tape editing more accurate than with conventional analog counters. Of course, the high level of operability is unique to the full logic mechanism. Tape play, which is at the heart of your audio life, will become even more enjoyable. (The counter is displayed on the hyper-active display.)

● Counter Repeat & Multi Music Scan (MMS). Counter Repeat is a function that plays back the exact part between two specified points by an electronic counter. It is suitable for checking a part you are interested in. Multi Music Scan (MMS) is a function that allows you to specify up to 99 songs before and after the specified point.

●CD direct recording. With one touch, the CD player and deck start simultaneously.

●Double speed dubbing

●Auto tape selector (metal/chrome/normal) 

●Dolby B NR 

●Timer play (playback/recording)

Total 120W (High-power integrated amplifier)

● Hyper-active display that realistically conveys the movement of your components. Sound source/Tape counter/Graphic equalizer/Message. It not only indicates the source play/stop, the number of tracks on the tape to skip, and the pattern name of the programmed memory of the graphic equalizer each time the remote control is operated, but also lets you input the tuner station name, the manually set graphic equalizer pattern name (6 characters) and a message (up to 14 characters).

●High power output of 120W for digital sound. When adjusting the volume with the remote control, the red indicator flashes as it rotates. Of course, the CompuSign also transmits continuously in sync with the flashing. The motor-driven volume control mechanism prioritizes sound quality, resulting in a good signal-to-noise ratio and making it suitable for Hi-Fi CD playback.

●CompuLink CD/PHONO/VIDEO(AUX)/DAT external input terminals for one-touch operation of sound source switching and each unit using the remote control ●Built-in surround circuit 

●Built-in microphone mixing circuit 

●Power can be turned on/off using the remote control

L/R independent 7-band equalizer with Spectrum analyzer

●Display and correction are independent for L and R. The left and right spectrum analyzers display the stereo L and R audio independently. Corrections can also be made separately for L and R, making for a more dynamic sound. This allows for subtle sound creation.

●Program 12 patterns. The graphic equalizer is pre-programmed with six patterns (HEAVY-CLEAR-SOFT VISUAL, VOCAL, CAR) that suit the type of music. In addition, you can manually store up to six of your favorite patterns. A total of 12 patterns can be stored. 

●Seven bands: 63, 160, 400, Ik, 2.5k, 6.3k, 16kHz 

●Peak hold function makes it easy to check the spectrum analyzer (can be turned on/off on the main unit)

Preset Digital Synthesizer Tuner

● 4 bands with audio multiplexing/36 station presets. It has 4 bands, including 62ch audio multiplex broadcasts. It can preset 36 stations in total, 12 for FM, AM, and TV (VHF/UHF).

●Multi program timer. 

You can select the desired sound source from seven sources, including CD and DAT, and set the timer to play twice a day (ON/OFF x 2).

●The timer can be set from 5, 10, 15 minutes to 120 minutes in 15 minute intervals.

The sound of diamonds. A 3-way speaker system perfectly suited to digital sound.

●Diamond diaphragm. The tweeter uses a diamond diaphragm. This achieves transparent high-frequency reproduction.

●23.5cm large woofer with ARC cone. A large 23.5cm woofer with a high-rigidity ARC cone.

●Round baffle & SFS enclosure. Round baffle with rounded edges on the cabinet, this improves the directional characteristics.

Additional unit: Victor AL-E500 turntable.

(Victor is a JVC - Japan Victor Company - brand name for the Japanese market)

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Victor AX-S5 (1992) | Advanced Super-A

 

Power and Dynamics. Sound quality and outstanding reliability - these are the groundbreaking results of many years of experience in audio technology. The AX-X5 also guarantees amplifier technology of the highest standard, which is particularly evident in the precise reproduction of quiet musical passages. Because the susceptibility of the audio signal to interference is particularly high at low levels. That's why Victor has developed a high-precision differential amplifier that eliminates all types of interference such as common-mode noise or mains hum. Crosstalk effects are reduced to a minimum by short signal paths in conjunction with relay-controlled program source selection and a separate design of the power stages. And selected components ensure maximum operational reliability and long-term quality. Sold on the International market as AX-A662BK this is a convincing realization of the JVC philosophy: a digitally compatible amplifier that reproduces the subtlest nuances with pure sound while offering large power and dynamic reserves. Hermetically sealed relays and selected components for the best possible fidelity. The Advanced Super-A circuit, a JVC-specific contribution to audio technology, delivers the sound quality of conventional Class-A amplifiers, known for their low distortion across a wide frequency range. Instead of electronic switches, relays are responsible for switching operations to further reduce noise and shorten the cable paths to a minimum, because every centimeter of transmission path results in signal loss. The inputs have been equipped with buffer stages to ensure effective decoupling of the input stage and higher transmission fidelity. The high-precision differential amplifier delivers a wide dynamic range, more precise sound resolution, and greater sound presence.

Technical data:

2 x 140 watts 4 ohms at 1 kHz (DIN)

Frequency range: 5-100.000Hz

Size (WxHxD): 435x173x447mm

Weight: 13kg

Aluminum front panel and large vibration dampers for low-resonance operation

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Victor ZD-V919 (1993) | 20bit Digital Recording Master

 

The ZD-V919 introduced by Victor in 1993 was a DCC (Philips standard Digital Compact Cassette) recorder that could also playback your old Compact Cassette collection (both Dolby B and C encoded cassettes). Equipped with 20-bit high-precision signal processing, Victor DCC can now express even the nuances of minute signals. The original PASC-LSI with 24-bit internal calculations and a new PASC-LSI with 24-bit internal calculations was developed to fully utilize the capabilities unique to DCC. It can handle not only the 16-bit recorded CDs, but also 20-bit music signals with ease. It reproduces the nuances and reverberations of music beautifully. Compared to the 16-bit precision of CD and DAT signals, the V919's digital signal processing circuit has succeeded in achieving a dynamic range of 20-bit precision. Furthermore, to make the most of this capability, the D/A conversion section has been made as precise as possible. The D/A converter uses the well-established 1-bit DD converter. The 4th-order noise shaver and PEM circuit achieve ideal conversion characteristics. In addition, the 20-bit digital audio interface, new DD converter and 18-bit input digital filter provide the digital quality that only DCC can provide. This achieves the ultimate in high quality sound. The display on the deck itself shows up to 12 characters of music information from DCC music software (up to 40 characters with the scroll function). Album titles, track titles, and even artist names are displayed in sequence with one touch. In addition, the total track number and total tape time are also displayed. When searching for a song you want to listen to, you can select the song while checking the song title, providing an unprecedented operating feeling. The ZD-v919 is equipped with three optical input terminals that serve as the input center for digital sources.

Main specifications: 

Channel: 2 channel stereo 

Head: 20 ch thin film head

Wow and flutter: Below measurement limit (DCC)/0.09% WRMS 

Frequency characteristics (DCC): fs48kHz=10Hz~22,000Hz (±0.5dB)

fs44.1kHz=10Hz~ 20,000Hz (±0.5dB)

fs32kHz=10Hz~14,500Hz (±0.5dB)

Frequency characteristics (ACC/-20dB playback only Metal tape): 30Hz~16,000Hz (±3dB)

Signal-to-noise ratio (DCC): Playback=109dB/Recording=94dB(fs48kHz)

Dynamic range (A-network): Playback=105dB(fs48kHz)/Recording=94dB (fs48kHz) 

Total distortion (1kHz): Recording=0.004% (fs48kHz)/Playback = 0.0025% (fs48kHz) 

Channel separation (1kHz): Playback = 100dB/Recording = 80dB 

Power supply: AC100V, 50/60Hz compatible

Maximum external dimensions: (W) 475 x (H) 132 x (D) 338 mm (including feet and knobs) 

Weight: Approximately 7.5 kg 

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