For sale: an Akai GX-215D stereo reel-to-reel tape recorder, a classic 1970s Akai machine fitted with the brand’s durable Glass & X'Tal Ferrite GX heads.
This example has recently been serviced and is shown operating in the photos. The GX-215D offers two tape speeds, three heads and Akai’s familiar front-panel transport controls, VU meters and separate left/right record level adjustment.
The machine presents nicely overall, with normal age-related marks and light wear visible on the cabinet, reels and front panel.
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Cosmetic condition:
Used vintage condition.
- Light scratches and cosmetic marks consistent with age
- Front panel remains clean and presentable
- Wooden rear panel shows some age-related wear
- Reels show normal scratches and handling marks
- Controls, switches and meters appear complete
- Please check all photos carefully for the exact cosmetic condition
Specs:
- Track system: 4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural system
- Heads: 1 x GX playback, 1 x GX record, 1 x erase
- Motor: 2 x reel, 1 x capstan
- Reel size: up to 7 inch reel
- Tape speeds: 3 3⁄4 7 1⁄2 ips
- Wow and flutter: 0.09% (7 1⁄2 ips)
- Frequency response: 30Hz to 25kHz (7 1⁄2 ips)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 56dB
- Total harmonic distortion: 1%
- Input: 70mV (line), 0.3mV (mic)
- Output: 0.775V (line)
- Semiconductors: 27 x transistors, 17 x diodes
Dimensions (LxWxH): 380 x 390 x 293mm
Weight: 18 kg
Volts: 220v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)
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-Shipping in the EU up to 30 KG (max)
-Shipping outside of the EU up to 20 KG (max) Shown costs might vary. Please ask us for a shipping quote for the best rates!
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Picking up the item is also possible. It can be picked up in Alkmaar
Delivery by us is also possible in some cases. Please reach out to us for more information about deliveries
State of listing: If a listing is listed ''for parts or not working'' returns are not accepted.
When we offer our products with the notice ''Serviced'' or ''Fully serviced'' that means the device is either ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service
