The main features of the Fisher CR-W780 are: 2 heads, analog 3-digit tape counter, manual tape type selection with support for normal, chrome and metal tapes.

Typical front loading double cassette deck with the cassette compartment located on the left side of the deck. Tape eject is operated mechanically and the cassette needs to be placed with the side to be played facing forward in the cassette well.

Level meters used on the CR-W780 are generic digital peak reading meters. Soft-touch controls for fast and easy transport function selection of the CR-W780.

The Dolby-B system reduces tape hiss on tapes recorded on the CR-W780 by as much as 10 dB at the highest frequencies. To further maintain recording accuracy, the CR-W780 incorporates a switchable multiplex filter. When you record FM stereo broadcasts, the MPX filter of the CR-W780 can be switched on to prevent the standard 19kHz FM pilot signal from interfering with the noise reduction system.

For undisturbed listening a jack connector for a pair of stereo headphones is supplied. Connection to other audio components for playback can be achieved by a RCA cable and recording from a source by a RCA cable.