The GX-4000D is a beautiful open reel tape recorder from the 70ties. It can runs at two speeds: 3 3/4 and 7 1/2IPS. This units are popular for their esthetics and the impressive sound they produce.
We have serviced this GX-4000D to get it to work at its original specifications. A stainless steel pickup reel and a new power cable are included.
Below a breakdown of the service carried out:
- Replacement of pinch roller
- Lubrication of moving parts
- Adjustment of breaks
- Replacement of motor capacitors for left and right pickup
- Calibration of record level for both sides
- Demagnetisations of heads and capstan
- Cleaning of heads and capstan
- Cleaning / treatment of pinch roller
- Cleaning of fascia to bring back original shine
- Replacement of broken bulbs
- Full function test
We provide 6 months warranty for this unit.
Description
The Akai GX-4000D features include a 4-track stereo and monaural recording/playback system, Twin VU meters for indicating recording and playback levels, Recording indicator lamp, Recording safety button, Monitor selector switch, Sound on sound recording procedure, Microphone jacks and Microphone recording level controls.
Specifications
Track system: 4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural system
Heads: 1 x GX playback, 1 x GX record, 1 x erase
Motor: 1 x 4-pole induction motor
Reel size: up to 7 inch reel
Tape speeds: 3 3⁄4 7 1⁄2 ips
Wow and flutter: 0.08% (7 1⁄2 ips)
Frequency response: 30Hz to 24kHz (7 1⁄2 ips)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 60dB
Total harmonic distortion: 1%
Input: 70mV (line), 2mV (DIN), 0.25mV (mic)
Output: 0.775V (line), 0.3V (DIN)
Dimensions: 440 x 315 x 230mm
Weight: 13.2kg