Yamaha KX-1200 Value & Price History
As of 2026-09-21, a Yamaha KX-1200 has a market value at around $125, parts units around $699.99. Based on 55 estimated sales.
Specifications
| Years produced | 1988–1992 |
| Type | Cassette Deck |
| Brand | Yamaha |
| Original MSRP | 900 (1988) |
| Inflation-adjusted | ~$2,350 today |
| Market value (sold) | $125 |
Buying notes
Three-head Yamaha with Dolby B and C. Head condition is primary. Request a recording. Belts and pinch roller replacement needed. Budget $50-70 for rubber. Good Yamaha build quality at prices below Nakamichi. Check the transport mechanism runs smoothly.
Parts & supplies
Common maintenance items for the Yamaha KX-1200. eBay links are model-specific searches; Amazon links are for generic supplies that work across most equipment.
- Yamaha KX-1200 belt and pinch roller kit on eBay →
- Yamaha KX-1200 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
- Yamaha KX-W900 $95
- Yamaha KX-690 $119
- Yamaha TC-800D $427.46
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