Akai - GX-32 Rare Audio-cassette deck
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Akai GX-32 Rare two-head stereo cassette deck in black, manufactured circa 1988–1990, in good physical condition and tested and functional.
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Akai GX-32 2-head stereo cassette deck in black finish, produced in Japan by Akai Electric Co. (circa 1988–1990). Technically in 100% fully functional condition (playback, recording, rewinding and tape-loop functions work properly); visually in neat vintage condition with light signs of use consistent with age.
For analog enthusiasts and collectors of cassette technology, the GX series from Akai is a well-established name thanks to the Super GX heads (Glass & X’tal Ferrite). This unique crystal ferrite head with a mirror-smooth glass coating is nearly wear-free, attracts significantly less tape dust than conventional permalloy heads, and ensures a constant, lossless high-frequency response over tens of thousands of playing hours.
In terms of sound, the GX-32 delivers an open, dynamic and exceptionally low-noise playback. The deck features a two-motor transport with microprocessor-controlled logic and manual Bias Fine Tuning to precisely align the pre-magnetization with the specific cassette type (Type I Normal, Type II CrO2 or Type IV Metal). Additionally, the device is equipped with Dolby B and C noise reduction, an optional MPX-filter for interference-free FM recordings, and a bright FL display with a digital counter and peak meters.
Specifications
Type: 2-head, compact stereo cassette deck
Model: Akai GX-32
Color: Black
Year: circa 1988–1990
Heads: 1 x Super GX recording/playback head, 1 x dual-gap ferrite erase head
Motor system: 2 motors (1 x DC servo motor for capstan drive, 1 x DC motor for mechanism/rewind)
Tape speed: 4.76 cm/s
Tape types: Type I (Normal), Type II (CrO2), Type IV (Metal)
Frequency response Type I (Normal): 20 Hz – 17,000 Hz (±3 dB)
Frequency response Type II (CrO2): 20 Hz – 18,000 Hz (±3 dB)
Frequency response Type IV (Metal): 20 Hz – 19,000 Hz (±3 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio: 59 dB (without NR, Type IV), approx. 69 dB (with Dolby B), approx. 79 dB (with Dolby C)
Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 0.7% (Type IV Metal)
Wow & flutter: 0.05% (WRMS) / 0.09% (DIN)
Noise reduction: Dolby B, Dolby C and MPX-filter
Functions: Bias Fine Adjust (continuous pre-magnetization), Auto Tape Selector, Memory Stop, Timer Start, FL peak meters
Rear connections: Line In (RCA L/R), Line Out (RCA L/R)
Front connections: 6.3 mm headphone jack
Power supply: 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: approx. 14 W
Dimensions (W x H x D): 42.5 x 11.2 x 35.3 cm
Weight: approx. 5.4 kg
Manufacturer: Akai Electric Co., Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan)
Akai GX-32 2-head stereo cassette deck in black finish, produced in Japan by Akai Electric Co. (circa 1988–1990). Technically in 100% fully functional condition (playback, recording, rewinding and tape-loop functions work properly); visually in neat vintage condition with light signs of use consistent with age.
For analog enthusiasts and collectors of cassette technology, the GX series from Akai is a well-established name thanks to the Super GX heads (Glass & X’tal Ferrite). This unique crystal ferrite head with a mirror-smooth glass coating is nearly wear-free, attracts significantly less tape dust than conventional permalloy heads, and ensures a constant, lossless high-frequency response over tens of thousands of playing hours.
In terms of sound, the GX-32 delivers an open, dynamic and exceptionally low-noise playback. The deck features a two-motor transport with microprocessor-controlled logic and manual Bias Fine Tuning to precisely align the pre-magnetization with the specific cassette type (Type I Normal, Type II CrO2 or Type IV Metal). Additionally, the device is equipped with Dolby B and C noise reduction, an optional MPX-filter for interference-free FM recordings, and a bright FL display with a digital counter and peak meters.
Specifications
Type: 2-head, compact stereo cassette deck
Model: Akai GX-32
Color: Black
Year: circa 1988–1990
Heads: 1 x Super GX recording/playback head, 1 x dual-gap ferrite erase head
Motor system: 2 motors (1 x DC servo motor for capstan drive, 1 x DC motor for mechanism/rewind)
Tape speed: 4.76 cm/s
Tape types: Type I (Normal), Type II (CrO2), Type IV (Metal)
Frequency response Type I (Normal): 20 Hz – 17,000 Hz (±3 dB)
Frequency response Type II (CrO2): 20 Hz – 18,000 Hz (±3 dB)
Frequency response Type IV (Metal): 20 Hz – 19,000 Hz (±3 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio: 59 dB (without NR, Type IV), approx. 69 dB (with Dolby B), approx. 79 dB (with Dolby C)
Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 0.7% (Type IV Metal)
Wow & flutter: 0.05% (WRMS) / 0.09% (DIN)
Noise reduction: Dolby B, Dolby C and MPX-filter
Functions: Bias Fine Adjust (continuous pre-magnetization), Auto Tape Selector, Memory Stop, Timer Start, FL peak meters
Rear connections: Line In (RCA L/R), Line Out (RCA L/R)
Front connections: 6.3 mm headphone jack
Power supply: 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: approx. 14 W
Dimensions (W x H x D): 42.5 x 11.2 x 35.3 cm
Weight: approx. 5.4 kg
Manufacturer: Akai Electric Co., Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan)
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Akai
Model
GX-32 Rare
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Good
Number of objects
1
Includes
No extra's
Weight
5.4 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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