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Worlds best Akai gx 400 d Hi End professional tape recorder, excellent optical condition. Vintage legend. Professional high precision motors. Much better sound quality than later Akai models (650, 636, 747, etc.) AKAI GX 400 D , in terms of the quality of the transport mechanism is at the level of magnetic recording legends such as Studer 37, Telefunken m10. It has two drive shafts, heavy flywheels, professional motors , which means that the uniform movement of the tape without detonation is provided mechanically, and not with the help of a quartz stabilizer. And this had a great effect on the sound quality: lively, panoramic, natural. All bearings,capacitors have been changed in this tape recorder, new rollers have been installed, recording has been adjusted for modern RTM / BASF tapes. Eternal GX heads in great condition, due to low mileage of this r2r. As a result of the tests, it was revealed that the parameters of the tape recorder are now better than those stated in the instructions. The tape recorder comes with 2 original nab adapters, 2 spools, one with a test tape. The Blue Line version, considered by many to be the best tape recorder Akai has ever made. Collectible item. There are no significant optical signs of wear. Serviced in 2022 by a former Studer engineer , GERMANY. Fully working (playback, recording, ff, rw). *After a long distance delivery, additional professional adjustment may be required.AKAI NAB ADAPTERS, NEW CONDITION. Test tape 7in. Remote control AKAI RC-17, NEW CONDITION. 1 empty coil, 1 test tape Multivolt version 50-60Hz 100-240V.----------------------EU/SWITZERLAND : free 2-week warranty. UK : please ask (no import tax , warranty possible) ----------------------Other Countries: Sold as is, untested, no returns, no refunds, PARTS ONLY. Delivery from the EU by courier service (UPS, DHL, etc.) within the EU prices 150...350 euros.,including: bubble wrap, 50mm foam, double cardboard, 6mm plywood box. Shipping to Israel / HK/ USA £650. Experienced seller, can ship overseas , please confirm the shipping cost with your zip code.---no offers, please.Track system: 4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural systemEqualization:Heads: 2 x GX record/erase, 2 x GX playMotor: 2 x reel, 1 x capstanReel size: up to 10.5 inchTape speed: 3 3?4 7 1?2 15 ipsWow and Flutter: 0.02% (15 ips)Frequency Response: 20Hz to 30kHz (15 ips)Signal to Noise Ratio: 67dBDistortion: 0.1%Crosstalk: 64dBAnalogue Inputs: 100mV (line), 5mV (DIN), 0.5mV (mic)Analogue Outputs: 1.23V (line), 0.6V (DIN)Dimensions: 457 x 590 x 240 mmWeight: 31.2 kg Year: 1976Price in 1976: $6599 (in USA)
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