Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.03
Rumble [dB]
-70
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
314
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
8.60
S-shaped
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
The Akai AP-307 is a quartz-locked, fully automatic direct-drive turntable produced in Japan around 1978-1979. It is regarded as a high-quality model featuring advanced speed control and smooth operation.
Technical Overview
Platter and Drive:
314 mm die-cast aluminum alloy platter designed for low resonance and smooth rotation.
Quartz-locked direct-drive system with a DC servo motor for platter rotation.
Geared motor drives the tonearm.
Speeds supported: 33⅓ and 45 rpm.
Wow and flutter: 0.025%, indicating excellent speed stability.
Rumble: better than 70 dB.
Tonearm:
Static balanced type with adjustable anti-skating.
Effective length: 220 mm.
Cartridge weight range: 4 to 12 grams.
Oil-damped arm lifter for smooth cueing.
Overhang: 15 mm.
Offset angle: 22.5 degrees.
Headshell weight: approximately 7.8 g.
Operation and Features:
Fully automatic operation including auto start, stop, and return of the tonearm.
Built-in stroboscope for speed verification.
Pitch control with strobe speed adjustment.
Available in silver or black finish.
Dimensions and Weight:
Dimensions: 440 mm (W) x 158 mm (H) x 350 mm (D).
Weight: 8.6 kg.
Additional Notes:
The AP-307 is praised for its quiet, smooth arm movements and excellent sound quality.
Quartz lock technology provides superior speed stability compared to standard direct drive systems.
It is considered a top-tier Akai turntable model, combining convenience and high-fidelity playback.
Compatible with a wide range of cartridges due to its versatile tonearm design.