Description: Akai GX-8 3 Head Direct Drive Cassette Tape Deck with dBx Akai's top-of-the-line deck from 1988, rarely available for sale in restored, fully functional condition. Direct-drive dual capstan with Quartz-locked tape speed, motorized tape eject/load, automatic type detection, beautiful two color display with peak-hold meter, Dolby B/C and dBx noise reduction built-in, W/F <0.025% (see the last photo, using 0.02% WRMS background tape) Fr. Response up to 20-21,000Hz (penultimate photo shows frequency sweep on TDK MA tape). Just fully serviced and working perfectly. New capstan and mode belts, idler tire installed. Transport and door mech fully cleaned and relubed with fresh grease. Capstan motor speed and head azimuth adjusted to spec. Transport and heads cleaned and demagnetized.All functions (PLAY/ FF/REW/RECORD/PAUSE/EJECT) were tested and verified to work properly. Motorized cassette door works great, both open and close. Cosmetically ~8.5/10. Some shallow scratches on top from other components being stacked, but the faceplate is blemish-free. No remote, box or any other accessories included. FREE BONUS: Brand new in wrap TDK CDit90 (Type II) tape, to get you started. See my other listings for more high quality vintage electronics! I specialize in vintage electronics restorations and have sold dozens of units, plentiful references available. I stand by my products and service. Having said that, this is still a vintage piece and comes as is, with no warranty. It is only guaranteed to work and look as described in this listing. The buyer is assumed to be familiar with proper set up and use. DO NOT PURCHASE, IF YOU DON'T INTEND TO KEEP. Anybody hoping to just "have a look and return" will be promptly reported to eBay and blocked.
Price: 489 USD
Location: San Diego, California
End Time: 2024-12-20T16:45:19.000Z
Shipping Cost: 49 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Akai
Model: GX-8
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
