WTB: Tascam 388 or 8-trk (1/2", 1") + 8/16 ch mixe

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I'm looking for an affordable 388 or another entry-level 8-track reel-to-reel with an eight or sixteen channel mixer. I am experienced recording with outboard gear on cassette multitrackers and looking to upgrade. not interested in sync capabilities with a computer, MIDI etc... ideally I am looking for equipment that I can reliably use for a good while with basic care (cleaning, calibration) and that won't have a huge learning curve or take up an enormous amount of space. whatever I get will see A LOT of use.

if you have anything for sale, please let me know. advice would be appreciated as well.

you can reach me at zphillips at gmail. I live in Vermont but travel to New York frequently. if you're comfortable shipping, I am paypal verified and we can work things out that way.

thank you!