Nakamichi 682ZX Value & Price History
As of 2026-11-05, a Nakamichi 682ZX has a market value at around $400. Based on 702 estimated sales.
Specifications
| Years produced | 1980–1984 |
| Type | Cassette Deck |
| Brand | Nakamichi |
| Original MSRP | 1,200 (1980) |
| Inflation-adjusted | ~$4,600 today |
| Market value (sold) | $400 |
Buying notes
Three-head Nakamichi with Dolby B and C. Head condition is primary. Request a recording. Nakamichi heads are high quality and wear slowly. Rubber service runs $70-100 at a competent shop. Budget $200-300 for a full mechanical service from a Nakamichi specialist.
Parts & supplies
Common maintenance items for the Nakamichi 682ZX. eBay links are model-specific searches; Amazon links are for generic supplies that work across most equipment.
- Nakamichi 682ZX belt and pinch roller kit on eBay →
- Nakamichi 682ZX pinch roller on eBay →
- TDK SA90 — Type II (high bias), works in any deck with a Type II setting on Amazon →
- Maxell UR blank cassette — Type I, reliable everyday tape on Amazon →
- Cassette head cleaner — wet-type for capstan and heads on Amazon →
- 99% isopropyl for transport cleaning (avoid lower concentrations) on Amazon →
- Cassette head demagnetizer — reduces noise and distortion over time on Amazon →
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Comparable models
- Nakamichi CR-7 $255
- Nakamichi ZX-7 $900
- Nakamichi 582 $330
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