Akai - HX-27W - Double Audio-cassette deck






Holds dual bachelor's degrees in electronics and physics with 20 years in audio engineering.
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Akai HX-27W Dual Cassette Deck from the 1980s, a single unit in good physical condition and tested to be functional, featuring Dolby B, HX Pro, automatic tape type selection and digital peak meters.
Description from the seller
The Akai HX-27W is a cassette deck from the 1980s, designed for recording and playing back audio cassettes with a focus on sound quality and user-friendliness. This model is an example of Akai’s reputation for high-quality tape solutions in that era.
Key features:
Type Deck:
The HX-27W is a dual-cassette deck, meaning it can process two cassette tapes at the same time. This makes it possible to copy tapes or to switch between different tapes with ease without removing the cassette from the deck.
Dolby B Noise Reduction:
The unit features Dolby B noise reduction, a system that helps reduce background noise and improve the sound quality of recordings by reducing hiss and interference.
HX Pro:
The HX-27W is equipped with Akai’s HX Pro technology, an advanced system that improves sound quality by optimizing frequency response and dynamic range of the recording. It also helps minimize distortion and enhance the clarity of recordings.
Automatic Tape Type Selection:
The device can automatically detect the type of tape (Normal, Chrome, or Metal) and adjust the recording settings accordingly to ensure optimal sound quality.
Digital Peak Meters:
The HX-27W comes with digital peak meters, which visually display the audio signal level. This helps prevent distortion from excessive levels and ensures precise tuning of the recording settings.
Advanced Recording and Playback Features:
The deck offers manual controls for setting recording levels and other parameters. There are also fast-search functions and the ability to make recordings with precision.
Dual Tape Mechanism:
With a dual tape mechanism, both cassette decks can be used independently, which is convenient for recording dubs or playing back different tapes without manual swapping.
Construction and Design:
The HX-27W has a solid build and a classic design with a user-friendly interface, including buttons for playback, recording, and other functions. The ease of use and build quality make it a reliable device for everyday use.
To ensure this product is delivered well, it is carefully packed in very strong boxes, wrapped in bubble wrap with plenty of filling material. We primarily use plastic as filling material, but if another option is preferred, please contact us. The package is shipped with insurance to protect both the buyer and the seller. For any further packing requests please message after purchase. Photos serve as additional descriptions of the condition of the product / the state of the display & LEDs. Please review these carefully before purchase. Orders to islands or special destinations incur higher shipping costs, for example to the Canary Islands.
Seller's Story
The Akai HX-27W is a cassette deck from the 1980s, designed for recording and playing back audio cassettes with a focus on sound quality and user-friendliness. This model is an example of Akai’s reputation for high-quality tape solutions in that era.
Key features:
Type Deck:
The HX-27W is a dual-cassette deck, meaning it can process two cassette tapes at the same time. This makes it possible to copy tapes or to switch between different tapes with ease without removing the cassette from the deck.
Dolby B Noise Reduction:
The unit features Dolby B noise reduction, a system that helps reduce background noise and improve the sound quality of recordings by reducing hiss and interference.
HX Pro:
The HX-27W is equipped with Akai’s HX Pro technology, an advanced system that improves sound quality by optimizing frequency response and dynamic range of the recording. It also helps minimize distortion and enhance the clarity of recordings.
Automatic Tape Type Selection:
The device can automatically detect the type of tape (Normal, Chrome, or Metal) and adjust the recording settings accordingly to ensure optimal sound quality.
Digital Peak Meters:
The HX-27W comes with digital peak meters, which visually display the audio signal level. This helps prevent distortion from excessive levels and ensures precise tuning of the recording settings.
Advanced Recording and Playback Features:
The deck offers manual controls for setting recording levels and other parameters. There are also fast-search functions and the ability to make recordings with precision.
Dual Tape Mechanism:
With a dual tape mechanism, both cassette decks can be used independently, which is convenient for recording dubs or playing back different tapes without manual swapping.
Construction and Design:
The HX-27W has a solid build and a classic design with a user-friendly interface, including buttons for playback, recording, and other functions. The ease of use and build quality make it a reliable device for everyday use.
To ensure this product is delivered well, it is carefully packed in very strong boxes, wrapped in bubble wrap with plenty of filling material. We primarily use plastic as filling material, but if another option is preferred, please contact us. The package is shipped with insurance to protect both the buyer and the seller. For any further packing requests please message after purchase. Photos serve as additional descriptions of the condition of the product / the state of the display & LEDs. Please review these carefully before purchase. Orders to islands or special destinations incur higher shipping costs, for example to the Canary Islands.
