This is a rare vintage Akai 4000d 3 head reel-to-reel tape recorder from Japan, made in 1970. It has been recently serviced and is in very good condition and full working order. This model is highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts for its high-quality sound and durability.

It features a 3-head system for recording and playback, and has adjustable speed controls for precise playback. The Akai 4000d is a reliable and functional piece of equipment that can be used for recording and playback of music and other audio. It is a great addition to any vintage audio collection.

Rare AKAI 4000DS Reel to Reel Tape Recorder Japan 1975 Serviced-good condition

Akai

was founded by Masukichi Akai and his son, Saburo Akai in 1929 in

Tokyo. The word “Akai” in Japanese means “red”, which of course found a

reference in the colour of

the brand’s logo. In the 1940s, the company produced music and audio

equipment. The expanding range of the company included originally

reel-to-reel tape recorders, cassette recorder, audio amplifiers, video

cassette recorder and speakers, followed by CD, DVD and mp3 players.

Some of the products were sold in the United States under the brand of

Roberts, A & D in Japan and Tensai and Transonic Strato in Western

Europe. At the end of the 1960s, Akai and Tandberg introduced an

innovative way of recording sound that allowed recording a wider range

of high frequencies. In 1984, a new branch of the company called Akai

Professional was created, producing electronic musical instruments.

However, in the 90s, the company reduced its range of Hi-Fi equipment.

At the end of 2004, Akai Corporation was taken over by Grande Group and

Akai Professional by Numark Industries due to bankruptcy.

Great

example of vintage AKAI reel to reel tape machine,really hard to find anther good example this days, fully working order,

just been serviced, new belt fitted, potentiometers cleaned and

lubricated, heads demagnetised, playing and recording with no issues.

The

wooden cabinet is in excellent condition, few light scratches around

but nothing major for over 50 years old machine!. Also the front of the tape

deck is in pristine condition, really few small scratches, hard

to notice.

I have taken a lot of pictures, please study them carefully for details.

The

tape deck has all original parts, channel switch,even the rubber spools holders are original and still hold the tape well!

Hard to find this days another good example of this Akai tape recorder!

Including printable manual instruction.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE AKAI REEL SPOOLS IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THE SALE-for illustration only!

Please

note that this tape deck doesn’t have built in speakers, it’s needs to

be connected to external amplifier via RCA audio cable- I had a costumer

who complained about no sound coming out from the tape deck so please

before deciding to buy research information about this machine to make

sure is suitable for you!

This is a vintage audio equipment, over 50 years old,you do need to have a basic knowledge of use,

operate and maintenance of the machine!

I have had few returns due

to buyer complaints the machine is not working because they didn’t put

the tape correctly on the reels or didn’t clean heads regularly causing

poor sound quality

So please, please, please DO NOT BUY if you don’t know how to use the machine! Thank you!

So , this tape deck , if postage service selected, will be supplied with

one prerecorded good quality used tape with no extra cost to prove that

is in fully working condition. The tape will be prerecorded with

purchase date of BBC radio programme to ensure it’s being done just

after your purchase. Unless you would like me to record your favourite

music, please contact me just after purchase , thank you

Prefer collection in person and check it on collection but can post it via insured service

Any questions feel free to ask

Thanks for looking!

Greg