Akai - GXC-709D Audio-cassette deck





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Akai GXC-709D stereo cassette deck, manufactured circa 1978–1980, in good physical condition and fully functional, weight 10 kg.
Description from the seller
Akai GXC-709D vintage stereo cassette deck, built in the late seventies (circa 1978–1980) in Japan. Technically in 100% good working condition (rewind, playback and recording function properly) and visually in neat vintage condition with light signs of use consistent with age.
This model is known for the famed durable Akai GX head (Glass & X’Tal Ferrite Head), which guarantees an exceptionally long life and clear, detailed signal transfer. At the front, the two large, softly illuminated analog VU meters and the sturdy mechanical piano-style keys stand out. In terms of sound, the GXC-709D delivers a warm, full and dynamic analog tape response, also supported by Dolby-B noise reduction and a tape-type selector including Fe-Cr support.
Specifications
Type: 2-head single compact cassette deck
Model: Akai GXC-709D
Track system: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape speeds: 4.76 cm/s
Heads: 1x GX recording/playback head, 1x erase head
Motor type: electronically controlled DC servo motor
Tape types: Type I (Normal), Type II (CrO2), Fe-Cr
Noise reduction: Dolby-B NR
Frequency range: 35 Hz – 15,000 Hz (CrO2 tape), 35 Hz – 16,000 Hz (Fe-Cr)
Signal-to-noise ratio: 61 dB (with Dolby B)
Wow and flutter: 0.06% (WRMS)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): approximately 1.5%
Meters: 2 illuminated analog VU meters with peak-indicator LED
Inputs: Microphone L/R (6.3 mm jack on front), Line In (RCA on rear), DIN connector
Outputs: Line Out (RCA on rear), DIN connector, headphones (6.3 mm jack on front)
Power supply: 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D): 44.0 × 16.5 × 28.5 cm
Weight: approximately 6.5 kg
Manufacturer: Akai Electric Co., Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan)
Akai GXC-709D vintage stereo cassette deck, built in the late seventies (circa 1978–1980) in Japan. Technically in 100% good working condition (rewind, playback and recording function properly) and visually in neat vintage condition with light signs of use consistent with age.
This model is known for the famed durable Akai GX head (Glass & X’Tal Ferrite Head), which guarantees an exceptionally long life and clear, detailed signal transfer. At the front, the two large, softly illuminated analog VU meters and the sturdy mechanical piano-style keys stand out. In terms of sound, the GXC-709D delivers a warm, full and dynamic analog tape response, also supported by Dolby-B noise reduction and a tape-type selector including Fe-Cr support.
Specifications
Type: 2-head single compact cassette deck
Model: Akai GXC-709D
Track system: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape speeds: 4.76 cm/s
Heads: 1x GX recording/playback head, 1x erase head
Motor type: electronically controlled DC servo motor
Tape types: Type I (Normal), Type II (CrO2), Fe-Cr
Noise reduction: Dolby-B NR
Frequency range: 35 Hz – 15,000 Hz (CrO2 tape), 35 Hz – 16,000 Hz (Fe-Cr)
Signal-to-noise ratio: 61 dB (with Dolby B)
Wow and flutter: 0.06% (WRMS)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): approximately 1.5%
Meters: 2 illuminated analog VU meters with peak-indicator LED
Inputs: Microphone L/R (6.3 mm jack on front), Line In (RCA on rear), DIN connector
Outputs: Line Out (RCA on rear), DIN connector, headphones (6.3 mm jack on front)
Power supply: 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D): 44.0 × 16.5 × 28.5 cm
Weight: approximately 6.5 kg
Manufacturer: Akai Electric Co., Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan)

