Akai GX-267D

The Akai GX-267D is a 6-head, auto-reverse reel-to-reel tape recorder designed for high fidelity analog audio playback and recording. It is typical of late 1970s and early 1980s consumer reel-to-reel decks from Akai, known for its quality sound and versatile features.

Core Technical Specifications

• Production Period: Late 1970s to early 1980s

• Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo/monaural with auto-reverse

• Tape Speeds: 3¾ and 7½ ips (inches per second)

• Maximum Reel Size: 7 inches

• Number of Heads: 6 heads (two erase, two record, two playback)

• Head Composition: Permalloy

• Motors: 3 motors (direct drive capstan motor with two eddy current reel motors)

• Frequency Response:
  30 Hz to 26 kHz at 7½ ips
  30 Hz to 20 kHz at 3¾ ips

• Signal to Noise Ratio: 56 dB

• Total Harmonic Distortion: Approx. 0.5%

• Wow and Flutter: Less than 0.06% at 7½ ips

• Inputs: 70 mV (line)

• Outputs: Line level RCA output

• Voltage: 110-120V typical

• Dimensions: Approx. 44 cm width

Features and Highlights

• Six-Head Design: Support for auto-reverse recording, playback, and erase without manual tape flipping.

• Auto-Reverse: Continuous play and record with automatic tape direction switching.

• Direct Drive Capstan: Provides stable tape speed and reduces wow and flutter.

• Sensitive Frequency Response: Covers a wide frequency range for clear, detailed audio reproduction.

• Classic Akai Build: Solid construction with user-friendly controls and clear level meters.