106 | Orbita

was a popular Hi-Fi stereo tape recorder manufactured at the starting around 1984. It was designed for high-quality domestic recording and playback of musical and speech programs. Key Technical Specifications:

A NASA Space Shuttle mission flown by Atlantis in September 2000 to prepare the International Space Station (ISS) for its first permanent crew. Orbita 106

Stationary, three-speed, four-track stereo tape recorder. Speeds: 19.05 cm/s, 9.53 cm/s, and 4.76 cm/s. was a popular Hi-Fi stereo tape recorder manufactured

In the Soviet Union, the "Orbita" brand was well-regarded for providing reliable audio equipment. The 106 model remains a nostalgic item for vintage audio enthusiasts and collectors today, often featured in demonstrations on Pinterest and other hobbyist platforms. Stationary, three-speed, four-track stereo tape recorder

At the highest speed (19.05 cm/s), it typically offered a frequency response of approximately 31.5 to 20,000 Hz.

A United States Space Force mission launched on August 12, 2025, using a United Launch Alliance (ULA) Vulcan rocket. It successfully deployed classified payloads and the NTS-3 navigation satellite into orbit.

It featured a vertical layout with two large analog VU meters for monitoring recording levels.