McIntosh MT-5 turntable

McIntosh MT-5 precision turntable

MT-5 is a complete turntable package that is more than the sum of its parts. Engineered to exacting McIntosh standards, each piece contributes to its superb performance.

Advanced Technology Turntable

The MT-5 combines the latest technology in Phono Cartridges, Tone Arms, Mechanical Suspensions andRecord Platter Rotation for superb performance andaccurate operation.

Tone Arm

The MT-5 Tone Arm is made from Dural-Aluminumwith special damping material. The Tone Arm isboth light in weight and highly rigid. The noise freeVertical Bearings are made from two high precisionceramic surfaces. The Tone Arms lateral movement isperformed by a high precision Horizontal Bearing. Italso incorporates adjustable magnetic Anti-Skating.

Turntable Platters

The full size Outer Platter is made from a special silicone acrylic material weights five pounds, one and one-half inch thick. This helps to resist external vibrations from reaching the record during playback and its large mass provides the perfect flywheel action for stable playback speed. The inner platter is precision machined Anodized Aluminum weights one and one-half pounds and is six and one quarter inches in diameter.

Precision Motor and Drive Electronics

The Swiss made DC Motor has stainless steel brushes and is controlled by a highly refined servo control system assuring very accurate speed rotation.

Three Playback Speeds with fine Adjustments

The three playback speeds include 33 rpm, 45 rpm and 78 rpm. There is a separate trim adjustment allowing for accurate music reproduction for each of the three speeds.

Magnetic Air Dampened Bearing

The MT-5 Turntable Platter rotates on a ceramic bearing using magnetic suspension together with a cushion of air to provide vibration free rotation.

Multi-Layered Dampened Chassis

The MT-5 Turntable Chassis has a Stainless Steel base, with a thick Aluminum base plate and Acrylic top plate. The internal dampening material also helps to assure the only sound heard is from the record groove itself.

Power Control

The Power Control Input connection provides convenient Turn-On/Off of the MT-5 Illumination when connected to a McIntosh System with Power Control.

Fiber Optic Solid State Illumination

The even Illumination of the Front Panel and the Turntable Platter is accomplished by the combination of custom designed Fiber Optic Light Diffusers and extra long life Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs).

Glass Front Panel and Super Mirror Chassis  Finish

The famous McIntosh Illuminated Glass Front Panel and the Stainless Steel Chassis with Super Mirror Finish ensures the pristine beauty of the MT-5 will be retained for many years.

Features: 

■ MT-5 is factory adjusted for perfect playback. Tracking force, anti-skate force, cartridge overhang and arm height are all preset for maximum performance.

■ While the construction of the MT5 is meticulous, the setup is simple. In a few easy steps, you’ll be ready to enjoy your favorite vinyl recordings.

■ While maintaining complementary McIntosh styling, the MT-5 takes full advantage of the chassis materials used to suppress noise, resonance and coloration so the only sound produced is that which is on your records.

■ Includes a clear, form-fitting dust cover to protect moving parts and your records.

Specifications:

Drive Type:  Belt Drive

Drive Unit:  Decoupled DC motor with low noise bearings

Bearing:  Magnetic suspended ceramic

Playback Speeds:  33-1/3, 45 and 78 RPM

Speed Control:  Servo System

Motor Type:  DC Motor with Stainless Steel Brushes

Tonearm:  Friction free with magnetic bearing technology, 9” (228.6mm)

Arm Tube:  Dural-Aluminum

Counterweight:  Eccentric

Platter:  CNC machined, self-dampened, Silicone Acrylic, softly backlit in McIntosh green, 5 lbs (2.3kg)

Platter Bearing:  Magnetic Suspended Ceramic

Speed Stability:  ± 0.04%

Overall Dimensions (W x H x D):  445 x 178 x 190 mm (17-1/2” x 7” x 7-1/2”)

[with dust cover 483 mm ( 19”)]

Weight:  14,3 kg (31.5 lbs ) net

CARTRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS

Cardridge Type:  Moving Coil, High Output

Output Level:  2.5 mV at 5 cm/s

Load Iimpedance:  1000 Ω recommended (Preamp MC Input)

Frequency Response:  20 Hz to 50kHz

Channel Separation:  35 dB at 1kHz

Compliance:15 x 10-6 cm/dyne

Recommended Tracking Force:  2.0 g

Channel Difference:  Less than 0.5 dB at 1 kHz

Total Mass:  6.3 g

Stylus:  Elliptical Diamond

Cantilever Material:  Aluminum

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Pioneer A-40 amplifier

Non -Switching Stereo Amplifier

Continuous average power output of 70 watts per channel, min. at 8 ohms, from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0,009% Total Harmonic Distortion

Non-Switching Power Amplifier

Eliminates switching distortion and drastically reduces all other types of distortion while reatining high efficiency.

Low-noise phono equalizer

Features an FET input to assure wider dynamic range and lower distotion from any record.

LED indicators

Include 7-segment power indicator for each channel and indicators for each input

Other features include:  Tape dubbing, A/B speaker drive, Loudnes contour control.

Specifications:

Continuous Power Output:

Continuous average power output of 70 watts per channel, 

(min. at 8 Ω, from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0,009% T.H.D.)

Total Harmonic Distortion (20-20,000 Hz, 8 Ω):  0,009% (continuous rated power output)

Intermodulation Distortion (50 Hz :7,000 Hz =4;1; 8 Ω, from Aux):

Damping Factor (20 - 20,000 Hz, 8 Ω):  50

Input Sensitivity/Impedance:

Phono MM :  2,5 mV/50 k Ω

Tuner, Aux, Tape :  150 mV/50 k Ω

Phono Overload Level (1 kHz):  150 mV

Output level/Impedance:

Tape REC :  150 mV

Speaker :  A, B, A+B, OFF

Headphones :  Low Impedance

Frequency Response:

Phono (RIAA Equalization) :  20 - 20,000 Hz ±0,2 dB

Tuner, Aux, Tape Play :  10 - 70,000 Hz 0 dB -3 dB

Tone Controls

Bass :  ±10 dB at 100 Hz

Treble :  ±10 dB at 10 kHz

Loudness Contour (volume at -40 dB position):  +6 dB (100 Hz ), +3 dB (10 kHz)

Hum and Noise (IHF, A-network)

Phono Music :  86 dB

Tuner, Aux, Tape Play :  102 dB

Power Requirement:  120 V 60 Hz

Power Consumption:  190 W

Dimensions (W x H x D):  420 x 98 x 287 mm (16-9/16" x 3-7/8 " x 11-5/16")

Weight (net):  6,5 kg (14 lbs 5 oz)

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Toshiba SA-7150

The Toshiba 7150 locks into the center of any station's assigned broadcast frequency and eliminates drift.

A few yearas ago, Toshiba introduced and marketed the first fully electronic digital-synthesized tuner. Now Toshiba has another first. We've built a digital-synthesized tuner into a high-powered, low-distortion FM/AM receiver; the Toshiba 7150 with Synthetune™

Synthetune is a function that provides tuning so accurate even a center tuning meter is unnecessary.
Drift is eliminated.

The 7150's FM tuner section also contains flat group delay IF circuitry. And a quartz crystal oscillator, which automatically locks into the center of any station's assigned broadcast frequency - as precisely as the station's own transmitter.

Tune the 7150 just by pushing the auto-scan button. It scans the full range of the  AM or FM band, stopping precisely at each listenable station. Bright green LED numerals instantly display all frequencies as they are tuned. Of course, there's more to the 7150 than Synthetune. It also has separate transformers for class A and class B amplifier sections. The toroidal transformer for class B amplification has separate left and right power supplies.

It also has Dolby FM and an air check switch for accurate tape recording. Furthermore the 7150 delivers a minimum of 150 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz , with no more than 0,05% Total Harmonic Distortion. And the restof the specs are just as impressive.

Specifications

Continuous Power Output:  150 W/channel (min. RMS at 8 Ω, 20-20,000 Hz , no more than 0,05% T.H.D.)

PoweR Output:

At 4 Ω :  2 x 230 W (20 - 20,000 Hz both channel driven

At 8 Ω :  2 x 160 W (1 kHz both channel driven)

At 4 Ω :  2 x 250 W ( 1 kHz both channel driven)

Total Harmonic Distortion ( at 8 Ω)

At Rated Power Output :  0,05%

At 1 W :  0,03%

Intermodulation Distortion:  0,05%

Damping Factor:  50

Input Sensitivity/Impedance:

Phono 1 :  2,5 nV/47 k Ω

Phono 2 :  2,5 mV/ 47 k Ω (100p/250p/450pF)

Tuner, Tape, Aux:  150 mV/47 k Ω

Phono Overload level:  350 mV RMS at 1 kHz

Output level

Tape REC :  150 mV

DIN :  30 mV

Pre Out :  1000 mV

Frequency Response:

Phono (RIAA Equalization) :  30 Hz to 15 kHz; ±0,2 dB

Aux, Tape :  10 Hz to 50 kHz; +0,5 -1 dB

Tone Control

Bass :  ±10 dB at 100 Hz

Treble :  ±10 dB at 10 kHz

Turnover Frequency:  200/400 Hz; 2,5 K/5 kHz

Loudness Contour:  +8 dB at 100 Hz +4 dB at 10 kHz

Signal-to-Noise Ratio(IHF short-circuited A network rated power)

Phono :  80 dB

Aux, Tape :  95 dB

Filter

Low :  20 Hz -6db/oct

High : 7 kHz -6 dB/oct

FM Tuner Section

Usable Sensitivity:  Mono 9,8 dBf 91,7 µV)

50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: 

Mono 14,7 dBf (3,0 µV)

Stereo 37,6 dBf (42 µV)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:

Mono :  75 dB

Stereo :  70 dB

Distortion [Wide/Narrow]

At 100 Hz :  Mono 0,08/0,1%; Stereo 0,1/0,2%

At 1 kHz :  Mono 0,08/0,1%; Stereo 0,1/0,2%

At 6 kHz :  Mono 0,1/0,2%: Stereo 0,15/0,25%

Frequency Response:  20 Hz to 15 kHz ±0,5 dB

Alternate Channel Selectivity:

Wide :  50 dB

Narrow :  80 dB

Capture Ratio:  1,0 dB

Spurious Response Ratio:  100 dB

Image Rejection Ratio:  85 dB

IF Rejection Ratio:  100 dB

AM Suppression Ratio:  55 dB

Stereo Separation:  50 dB (1 kHz); 35 dB (30 Hz -15 kHz)

AM Tuner Section

Sensitivity:  350 µV/m (IHF, ferrite antenna)

Selectivity:  30 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  50 dB

Image Rejection Ratio:  40 dB

Miscellaneous

Power Requirements:  AC 120 V, 60 Hz - 220- 240 V 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption:  650 watts (UL) 6,8 A (CSA)

Dimensions (W x H x D):  550 x 200 x 500 mm

Weight:  27 kg

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Luxman K-112 tape deck

The K-112 is a three-head, double Dolby configuration that allows monitoring of the "just-recorded" signal, while the recording is belong made. This  cassette deck is specially designed with a superb "single-direction" transport to ensure professional-grade recording.

This 3-head stereo cassette deck utilizes the latest in refined technological features. Some are as follows:  Hard Hexalam permalloy 3-head system; two motors; Dolby HX-Pro; Dolby B and C; feather touch full logic transport controls; four digit electronic  tape counter with memory; fine Bias control; Luxman System remote control capability, and more.

Hard hexalam permalloy 3-Head full monitoring configuration

The hard anti-wear surface, plus the laminated hexalam low eddy current core, give high unsaturated recording levels coupled with low loss, long life performance. In addition, the Hexalam designm coupled with OFC windings inn the R/P head, result in linear current flow and uniform magnetic flux inn the gap for purest sonic quality. Of course, 3 head allow full tape monitoring capabilities.

Two Motor Drive System

Separate capstan and reel drive motors ensure lowest possible wow and flutter, particularly over the long term. Variations in cassette friction or reel drive irregularities, have no effect on the precision of capstan rotation.

Dolby HX-PRO

This headroom extension system, developed for professional applications, greatly increases high frequency headroom for wide range dynamics without saturation. Operating in the record mode only, it automatically reduces bias in the presence of high level high frequency program material, while simultaneously, and automatically, adjusting the E.Q. dynamically to provide precise even frequency response. High frequency distortion is thereby greatly reduced and is especially effective when using normal (Fe) and high bias ( Co, CrO₂) tapes.

Fine Bias Control

Allows precise adjustment of tape bias for optimization of frequency response. Such adjustment permits one to compensate for variations in tape formulations when using different tape brands or for production variations within the same brands. It is especially useful with the 3 head system.

4-Digit Electronic Counter with Memory

While functioning in the same manner as a mechanical counter, this electronic counter offers more precision while completely eliminating the drive and wear problems of mechanical counters.

Low velocity Tape Head Engagement System

This motor driven cam engagement mechanis, smoothly pulls up the head assembly at low velocity to engage the tape cassette. This eliminates the hard jar and slap of solenoid systems, thus preventing the loosening or distortion of precision head alignments.

Feather Touch Full Logic Transport Controls

Transport control push-buttons, requiring only a light press, activate the computer controlled logic system for instant response of the transport to operator commands.

System Remote Control Capability

When used with Luxman's system remote control centers or receivers, such as the U-100, F-105, R-115, R-117, etc., the K-112 can be operated romotely, along with other Luxman components in the system, with one unified hand held remote controller.

Specifications:

System:  4-tracks, 2-channel stereo

Heads:  3 - Combination, Discrete Section Record/Playback head, plus one Erase head

Motors:

1 x FG Servo, Capstan Drive

1 x DC Motor, Reel Drive

Tape Speed:  4,8 cm/sec ±1%

FR/FF time :  90 sec. (C-60)

Wow and Flutter (WRMS):  0,05%

Frequency Response:

Metal Tape :  20 Hz - 21 kHz ( ±3 dB)

CrO₂ Tape :  20 Hz - 20 kHz (±3 dB)

Normal Tape :  20 Hz - 19 kHz (±3 dB)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (3% Distortion, 400 Hz)

Metal Tape with Dolby C :  73 dB

Metal Tape with Dolby B :  65 dB

Metal Tape without Dolny NR :  56 dB

CrO₂ Tape with Dolby C :  72 dB

CrO₂ Tape with Dolby B :  64 dB

CrO₂ Tape without Dolny NR :  55 dB

Total Harmonic Distortion:  0,3% (3rd Harmonic ,CrO₂ position, 400 Hz, 0 dB)

Input Sensitivity/Impedance:

Line :  90 mV/ 47 k Ω

Output Level/Impedance:

Line :  500 mV/ 2,0 k Ω

Headphone :  100 mV (1,25 mW)/ 8 Ω

Noise Reduction System:  Dolby B, C, HX-PRO

Power Source:  100 - 120 V / 220 - 240 V 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption :  22 W (120 V/60 Hz USA models)

Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 110 x 319 mm (17-5/16" x 4-5/16" x 12-5/8")

Weight:  4,3 kg (9,5 lbs)

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Luxman K-111 tape deck

 The K-111 is a 2-head version of the K-112 for excellent recording at a more affordable price. A high-quaity, full logic transport and twin motor drive system maintains Luxman's reputation for sonic accuracy and durability.

This 2-head stereo cassette deck utilizes the latest inn refined technological features. Some are as follows:  hexalam RIP head; two motors; Dolby HX-Pro; Dolby B and C; feather touch full logic transport controls; three digit mechanical tape counter; Luxman System remote control capability, and more.

Specifications:

System:  4-tracks, 2-channels, 2-Motor

Heads:

Record/Playback :  hexalam head

Erase :  double Gap Ferrite

Motors:

1 x FG Servo, Capstan Drive

1 x DC Motor, Reel Drive

Tape Speed:  4,76 cm/sec

FR/FF time :  80 sec. (C-60)

Wow and Flutter (WRMS):  0,06%

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (3% Distortion, 400 Hz)

Metal Tape with Dolby C :  72 dB

Metal Tape with Dolby B :  64 dB

Metal Tape without Dolny NR :  55 dB

Frequency Response:

Metal Tape :  20 Hz - 19 kHz ( 30 Hz - 17 kHz ±3 dB)

CrO₂ Tape :  20 Hz - 17 kHz ( 30 Hz - 16 kHz ±3 dB)

Normal Tape :  20 Hz - 16 kHz ( 30 Hz - 15 kHz ±3 dB)

3rd Harmonic Distortion: 1% (Normal Tape, 400 Hz, 0 dB = 160 nWb/m)

Input Sensitivity/Impedance:

Line :  100 mV/ 50 k Ω

Mic :  0,6 mV/ 1,8 k Ω

Output Level/Impedance:

Line :  500 mV/ 2,4 k Ω

Headphone :  1 mW/ 8 Ω

Noise Reduction System:  Dolby B, C, HX-PRO

Power Source:  100 - 120 V / 220 - 240 V 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption :  18 W (120 V/60 Hz Canadian models)

Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 110 x 267 mm (17-1/4" x 4-5/16" 10-1/2")

Weight:  3,9 kg (7,7 lbs)

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Luxman D-103u CD Player

High-Quality Vacuum Tube Analog Output Stage

The D-103u was designed to make the unique design of the D-105u available to more conservative budgets - without compromising on sound quality. That means using the same basic components in the analog signal path: two triode vacuum tubes in the output stage to recreate the delicate, transparent tones of the original performance.

Advanced Digital Output Stage

The D-103u also offers 18-bit , 8-times oversampling digital filters, and independent dual D/A converters. The STAR Circuit helps preserve signal purity at all stages.

"Mid-Ship" Mechanism

The ideally balanced, central position of the disc tray combines with Luxman's High-Rigid Lock mechanism to enhance the anti-resonance of the D-103u

Features Emphasize Ease of Use

Convenient D-103u features include: remote volume control, switchable front panel display dimmer, vacuum-tube warm-up switch, and 32-track random access and track programming.  In sum, the D-103u offers everything that a music lover could ask for  - and more.

Direct link to the LV-103u

The D-103u is the mainn playback source in serial remote control with the Luxman LV-103u Ultimate Fidelity integrated amplifier.other D-103u features include:

Memory Auto Check;  Automatic Scan/Pause; Fade-In/Out; Emphasis Display; CD Single Compatibility

Specifications:

Frequency Response:  5 Hz - 20 kHz (±1,0 dB)

Total Harmonic Distortion:  0,05% (at 1 kHz)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  105 dB

Dynamic Range:  89 dB

Channel Separation:  89 dB

Analog Output

Fixed :  2,0 V/ 47 k Ω

Variable :  0 -  2,0 V / 47 k Ω

Digital Outputs:

Coaxial :  0,5Vp-p / 75 Ω

Optical :  -21 to -15 dBm / 660 nm Wavelength

Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 145 x 320 mm

Weight:  6,5 kg

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JVC JA-S41

With th enew integrated stereo amplifier, JVC introduces the new circuit design in the often-negleted power supply of an amplifier. Adding no extra cost, our design improves dynamic characteristics of the amp, reduces distortion and increases power dynamics at one-channel driving.

The JA-S41 is the first of JVC's new line of amplifiers incorporating twin power supplies, one for the Class-A operated preamplifier circuits (phono equalizer, tone control circuit and predriver circuit) and the other for the Class-B operated power-amplifier circuit. JVC technology has at last perfected a way to solve the so-called "dynamic crosstalk distortion"  problem. Pulsive and transient signals applied to the power amplifier cause no tonal degradation, i.e. no loss of definition, no increase in distortion and no lack of brilliance.

Yet in caomparison with competititors' integrated amps using two separate power supplies, one for each channel, our new technology adds very little to cost but nevertheless performs better, reducing "soft" distortion and increasing power when only one channel is driven.

You'll know the JVC difference when you hear it; A/B between the JA-S41 and other similarly-prieced models. Add such features as a big 60-watts per channel power, ICL phono equalizer, twin-pot volume control and front-panel tape terminals and the all-new JVC JA-S41 is a truly sophisticated hi-fi amplifier.

Specifications:

Power Output:  65 W + 65 W ( 20 Hz- 20,000 Hz into 8 Ω, T.H.D. 0,05%)

Total Harmonic Distortion:  0,02% ( at 65 W)

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Phono :  2,5 mV / 47 k Ω

RIAA Equalization:  20 Hz - 15 kHz ±0,5 dB

PhonoMax. Input:  200 mV (RMS - 1 kHz)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A): 

Phono :  75 dB

Power Consumption:  160 W

Dimensions (W x H x D):  390 x 152 x 330 mm

Weight:  10,2 kg

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Infinity Quantum Jr

Infinity Quantum Jr

The Monitor JR. speaker by Infinity was called "our Little concert hall" because of its phenomenal realism. And there was standing room, only because of its tremendous popularity.

We've replaced it. With an aven more advanced speaker of the same size and about the same price. Its name is Quantum Jr.

You see, Infinity has improved on the  previous best-seller by incorporating the superlative EMIT Tweeter, first used in our top-of-the-industry Quantum Line Source. A further improvement is a new woofer that combines excellent transient response, deep bass range, and high power-output capacity. The result sounds more than ever like the live performance.

Now you cann have true audiophile musical reproduction from a three-way speaker in a small enclosure, at a price that represents exceptional value.

Specifications

Nominal Impedance:  4 Ω

Power Rating:  20 - 200 watts RMS

Sensitivity:  89 dB at 1 watt,, 1 m

Crossover Frequencies:  600 Hz and 4 kHz

Frequency Response:  40 Hz - 32,000 Hz ±3 dB

Horizontal Dispersion:  -2 dB at 60° , left or right (20 kHz)

Driver;

1 x EMIT tweeter

1 x 1,5" dome midrange

1 x 12" Q-woofer

Dimensions (H x W x D):  25" x 14,5" x 12"


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Roksan Xerxes 20 plus

The original Xerxes launched in 1985 was one of the most important turntables of the eighties. With advanced engineering techniques and radical solutions to address the inherent problems suffered by other turntables, the Xerxes offered a more enjoyable and accurate presentation of music.

Xerxes 20 Plus is the result of over 20 years of research and development and refinement of the Xerxes. 20 based on Roksan’s most advanced record player, the TMS 3.

Features:

Three level decoupling allows for accurate and smooth rotation with absolute minimal vibration

Can be used with both Roksan and other tonearm

Available finishes: White, Black, Rosewood

Specifications:

Main Bearing Spindle:  Hardened tool steel

Roundness & Concentricity:  less than 5 Microns

Length to Diameter ratio :  11:1

Main Bearing Ball:  Super precision Tungsten Carbide

Roundness:  less than 1 Micron

Diameter:  2 mm

Main Bearing Housing:  Solid Phosphor Bronze

Clearance :  2/1,0000”

Inner Platter:  2 Piece Solid Aluminium alloy (Interference fitted non-resonant)

Outer Platter:  2 Piece Solid Aluminium alloy (Interference fitted non-resonant)

Structure:  3 Plinth Design

Isolation:  3 Level De-coupling

Motor:  Custom made 24 pole synchronous

Pulley:  Solid Aluminium alloy

Roundness & Concentricity:   less than 1 Micron

Drive Belt:  Precision ground Neoprene

Motor Mount:  Unique synchronizing bearing

Motor Drive:  External speed controller

Wow & Flutter:  less than 0.02%

Rumble:  less than -80dB

Dimensions (W x H x D):  450 x 370 x 115 mm

Weight:  12 Kg

Akai GXC-730D

This front loading design reverse recording and playback stereo tape deck features an unusual number of "extras" for operating convenience and versatility. Quality GX Head performance.

GX Head

Akai's GXC-730D stereo tape deck features GX Head forward and reverse recording and playback. The GX recording/playback head is centrally positioned between two stout capstans for complete stability in both directions.

Automatic and manual playback and recording in both directions, convenient front loading design, and Tape Direction Indicator lamps offer the ultimate in operating ease.

Automatic Stop or Automatic Stop and Play mode from fast Forward or Rewind with "Memory Wind"

Presetting the Index Counter and depressing the Memory Wind Button is all that is necessary for automatic stop at any position on the tape from fast forward or rewind. Extend this feature to include automatic setting to play mode by depressing a Play Key together with the Fast Forward or Rewind Key.

Soft-Touch Solenoid Direct Function Chnge Control

Easy soft-touch operating controls feature direct function change. This feature extended to recording mode enables easy add-on recording. Further,, after recording mode enables easy add-on recording. Further, after recording mode has been effectedd, simply depressing the Forward or Rewerse Play Key is all that is necessary to effect reverse recording mode. Another "extra" of this control system is the ability to effect automatic play mode at the end of the tape from fast forward or rewind by depressing a Play Key together with the Fast Forward or Rewind Key.

Akai's A.D. (Automatic Distorion reduction) System

Akai's built-in A.D. System not only automatically adjust the recording equilization at high frequencies, but also suppresses intermodulation distortion for clear sound over the entire frequency band.

Reverse Selector

One-way,one cycle (forward and rewerse) or continuous playback mode is as easy as setting a front panel Reverse Selector. This unique reversing circuit operates in the same way at recording mode as well, except when set to continuous mode, one cycle recording and automatic setting to continuous play mode is effected. This extra feature keeps your recording from being erased by mistake and enables automatic continuous playback of just recorded material.

Specifications:

Track System:  4-track, 2-channel stereo system

Tape:  Philips type cassette tape

Tape Speed:  1-7/8 ips.

Wow and Flutter:  less than 0,08% WRMS (NAB; 0,24% (DIN 45507)

Frequency Response: 

LN Tape :  30 Hz - 14,000 Hz (±3 dB)

CrO₂ Tape :  30 Hz - 16,000 Hz (±3 dB)

FeCr Tape :  30 Hz - 17,000 Hz (±3 dB)

Distortion:  less than 1,5% using LN tape (1,000 Hz 0 VU)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  better than 50 dB (measured via tape with peak recording level of +3 VU)

Dolby Switch ON:  improves up to 10 dB above 5 kHz

Erase Ratio:  better than 70 dB

Bias Frequency:  100 kHz

Heads:  3

1 x GX recording/playback head for forward and reverse direction

2 x erase head

Motor:  4-pole hysteresis synchronous motor

Fast Forward/Rweind Time:  70 sec. Using C-60 cassette tape

Output Jack: 

2 x  Line :  0,775 V (0 VU). Required load impedance more than 20 k Ω

Phone :  50 mV/8 Ω

Input Jacks:

Microphone x 2 :  0,3 mV/4,7 k Ω . Required microphone impedance 600 Ω

Line x 2 :  70 mV/ 100 k Ω

DIN Jack: 

Input :  3 V/ 25 k Ω

Output :  0,55 V

Semiconductors:  56 Transistors; 121 Diodes;  2 ICs

Power Requirements:  120 V, 60 Hz (CSA, UL, LA models)

Other Modeles:  110/120/220/240 (switchable) 50/60 Hz

Dimensions (W x H x D):  400 x 175 x 302 mm (17,3" x 6,9" x 11,9")

Weight:  12 kg (26,5 lbs)


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Akai CS-705D

Akai's all new front loading type cassette deck with Dolby NR system

Front cassette loading, front control convenience. IC equipped Dolby NR system.electronically controlled DC motor. Super hard permalloy head. Tape Selector Sswitches for use of high grade tape.

 Specifications:

Track System:  4-track, 2-channel stereo system

Tape:  Philips type cassette tape

Tape Speed:  1-7/8 ips.

Wow and Flutter:  less than 0,08% WRMS (NAB; 0,24% (DIN 45507)

Frequency Response: 

Low Noise tape :  35 Hz - 14,000 Hz (±3 dB)

CrO₂ Tape :  35 Hz - 15,000 Hz (±3 dB)

FeCr Tape :  35 Hz - 16,000 Hz (±3 dB)

Distortion:  less than 1,5% using Low Noise tape (1,000 Hz 0 VU)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  better than 51 dB (measured via tape with peak recording level of +3 VU)

Dolby Switch ON:  improves up to 10 dB above 5 kHz

Erase Ratio:  better than 70 dB

Bias Frequency:  85 kHz

Heads:  two - 1 x recording/playback head, 1 x erase head

Motor:  electronically speed controlled DC motor

Fast Forward/Rweind Time:  80 sec. Using C-60 cassette tape

Output Jack: 

2 x  Line :  410 mV (0 VU). Required load impedance more than 20 k Ω

Phone :  50 mV/8 Ω

Input Jacks:

Microphone :  0,3 mV. Required microphone impedance 600 Ω

2 x Line :  70 mV/ 100 k Ω

DIN Jack:  Input 0,3mV/ output 410 mV

Semiconductors:  24 Transistors; 25 Diodes;  2 ICs

Power Requirements:  120 V, 60 Hz (CSA, UL, LA models)

Other Modeles:  110/120/220/240 (switchable) 50/60 Hz

Dimensions (W x H x D):  400 x 165 x 300 mm (17,3" x 6,4" x 11,8")

Weight:  6,8 kg 915,0 lbs)