Akai GX-400D Pro
Akai
Japan
Tape Deck Details
Number of Motors
3
Number of Heads
4
Head Configuration
Quad
Wow & Flutter
0.07
Signal-to-Noise [dB]
54
Dimensions [mm]
457 x 590 x 240
Weight [kg]
31.2
Year built
Head Composition
Glass/Ferrite
Equalization
NAB
Frequency Response
20Hz to 30kHz at 15 ips
Speed
3¾, 7½, 15
Max Reel [inch]
10.5
Tracks
1/4 Rec/PB
Price
User
Consumer
Additional Information
The Akai GX-400D Pro reel to reel tape deck technical overview includes:
Track system: 4-track, 2-channel stereo/monaural.
Heads: Uses 4 Akai exclusive GX (glass and crystal ferrite) heads: 2 record/erase and 2 playback.
Motors: 2 reel motors and 1 capstan motor.
Maximum reel size: 10.5 inches.
Tape speeds: 3 speeds, 3¾, 7½, and 15 inches per second.
Wow and flutter: Approximately 0.07% RMS at 15 ips.
Frequency response: 20Hz to 30kHz at 15 ips tape speed.
Signal to Noise Ratio: 54 dB.
Total harmonic distortion: 1%.
Crosstalk: 50 dB.
Input sensitivity: 70mV (line), 15mV (DIN), 0.6mV (mic).
Output level: 0.775V (line).
Semiconductors: Contains 93 transistors and 87 diodes.
Dimensions: 457 mm wide x 590 mm high x 240 mm deep.
Weight: 31.2 kg.
Manufactured in the 1970s, considered a high-quality professional reel-to-reel deck with advanced GX heads for low wear and excellent durability.
The GX heads are made from single crystal ferrite mounted in glass, ensuring wear-free life and smooth operation. Features include automatic distortion reduction, tape selector switch, pause control, sound on sound, auto stop, sound mixing, and auto reverse.
This deck was designed for high fidelity recording and playback with precise tape transport and robust performance.