This is an Akai X-1810 reel to reel.The Akai is pretty clean, and in working order.The Akai is a crossfield with stereo,1-4 tracks and 3-2 tracks.The Akai was made in Japan in 1973, and is well made.The Akai also has a 8-track player.The 8-track player works well.The 1810 has a front plastic dust cover, has some wear, smome breaks,cracks but still holds the face well.Very nice sounding Akai reel to reel.Lots of features on this one.Manual is avaialble on HIFI engine,on line. Here is a bit more on the Akai.
The Akai X-1810D doubles your recording pleasure by combining reel to reel and 8 track cartridge recording/playback in a single unit, with transfer capability from open reel to cartridge tape.
Additional features include automatic reverse play, automatic stop, SRT button, pause control, 5 heads and 3 motors
Specifications
Tape speed: 1-7/8, 3-3/4 and 7-1/2 ips (reel), 3-3/4 ips (cartridge)
Reel capacity: 7" reel
Wow and flutter: less than 0.12% (reel), 0.25% (cartridge)
Frequency response: 30Hz to 22kHz (reel), 50Hz to 16kHz (cartridge)
Distortion: less than 3%
Signal to noise ratio: better than 50dB (reel), 41dB (cartridge)
Dimensions: 17.4 x 18 x 9.6"
Weight: 47 lbs
The Akai was cleaned,heads cleaned,transport paths,all switches cleaned and lubed,meter lamps all work,8-track head cleaned,capstan cleaned.This Akai was checked for speed, sound, and overal function(s).The Akai is in working order, bought and sold as-is, no returns or refunds.Shipping to lower 48 states ONLY.PayPal accepted/fees.Money orders accepted fron U.S. bank ONLY.Local pick up is welcome, pay in cash, no holding.Email with any questions.Shipping is $50.00..this one is a bit heavy!Price is $150.00+ shipping+fees.No original box, no manual
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