Sony TC-558 Vintage Reel to Reel Recorder - Good Condition, Includes Reels

Description

Sony TC-558 Reel to Reel Recorder in Good condition. Functionally, this recorder works, but there are a few minor issues present. For example, whenever the tape is moving, the counter remains at zero, and does not move otherwise. In addition, this recorder has a pinch roller that is designed to flip forwards and backwards, depending on which direction the tape is playing in. However, the pinch roller does not flip on this recorder, causing the tape to occasionally get stuck during playback before this roller is flipped. Finally, there seems to be a slight channel imbalance during recording. Other than that, all functions including playback, recording, fast forwarding and rewinding are all in excellent working condition.
Cosmetically, the recorder is in excellent condition, with the only issues being some small scrapes on the head cover, as well as a slight gap between the side panel and recorder on the right side.
Included with this reel to reel are a replica set of Maxell MR-7 7 inch metal reels in black, as seen in the first picture. Please note that these are replicas of the Maxell MR-7, rather than original examples made by Maxell themselves.
Due to the heavy, fragile nature of this item, I will be offering local pickup only.