Akai - GX-32 / With Super GX Crystal-Ferrite Heads And Dolby B/C NR Audio-cassette deck
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Akai GX-32, a black 2-head stereo cassette deck, manufactured circa 1988–1990, in good physical condition and functionally tested and working, weight about 5.4 kg.
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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 functioning condition (playback, recording, rewinding and tape transport operate correctly); visually in nice 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 reference thanks to the Super GX heads (Glass & X’tal Ferrite). This unique ferrite head with a mirror-smooth glass coating is nearly wear-resistant, attracts significantly less tape dust than conventional permalloy heads, and guarantees a constant, loss-free high-fidelity playback over tens of thousands of hours.
Sonically, the GX-32 delivers an open, dynamic, and exceptionally low-noise playback. The deck features a 2-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 unit is equipped with Dolby B and C noise reduction, an optional MPX filter for interference-free FM recordings, and a clear FL display with a digital counter and peak meters.
Specifications
Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck
Model: Akai GX-32
Color: Black
Year: circa 1988–1990
Heads: 1 x Super GX record/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/owns)
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)
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
Features: 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: approximately 14 W
Dimensions (W x H x D): 42.5 x 11.2 x 35.3 cm
Weight: approximately 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 functioning condition (playback, recording, rewinding and tape transport operate correctly); visually in nice 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 reference thanks to the Super GX heads (Glass & X’tal Ferrite). This unique ferrite head with a mirror-smooth glass coating is nearly wear-resistant, attracts significantly less tape dust than conventional permalloy heads, and guarantees a constant, loss-free high-fidelity playback over tens of thousands of hours.
Sonically, the GX-32 delivers an open, dynamic, and exceptionally low-noise playback. The deck features a 2-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 unit is equipped with Dolby B and C noise reduction, an optional MPX filter for interference-free FM recordings, and a clear FL display with a digital counter and peak meters.
Specifications
Type: 2-head, single compact cassette deck
Model: Akai GX-32
Color: Black
Year: circa 1988–1990
Heads: 1 x Super GX record/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/owns)
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)
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
Features: 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: approximately 14 W
Dimensions (W x H x D): 42.5 x 11.2 x 35.3 cm
Weight: approximately 5.4 kg
Manufacturer: Akai Electric Co., Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan)
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Akai
Model
GX-32 / With Super GX Crystal-Ferrite Heads And Dolby B/C NR
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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