This deck quickly became a classic product after its release 3 years ago, and it has managed to win What Hi-Fi best cassette deck Award ever since. It is a fine combination of good heads, good motors, good transport all wrapped up in a sturdy box, available at a great price. It also features dolby S noise reduction, a more advanced version of B and C which reduces hiss to inaudible levels, but maintains the high frequency ( treble) response. A great machine which offers great quality at exceptional value.