Turntable Details
Drive
Direct
Motor
DC
Wow & Flutter %
0.03
Rumble [dB]
-73
Speed
Dimensions [mm]
Platter Material
Platter Diameter [mm]
Total Weight [kg]
Tonearm
Year Built
5.10
Straight
Platter Weight [kg]
Plinth Material
Price
Additional information
The Akai AP-D2 is a direct-drive turntable from the late 1970s to early 1980s, designed for stable and precise record playback with automatic return functionality.
Technical Overview
Drive and Motor:
FG servo direct drive system with automatic return.
Motor: DC servo motor for stable rotation.
Speeds supported: 33⅓ and 45 rpm.
Wow and flutter: 0.03% WRMS, indicating excellent speed stability.
Rumble: 73 dB (DIN-B), reflecting low background noise.
Platter:
Aluminum alloy die-cast platter for smooth rotation and low resonance.
Diameter approximately 314 mm.
Tonearm:
Static balanced straight tonearm.
Effective length: 220 mm.
Overhang: 15 mm.
Stylus pressure adjustable from 0 to 2.5 grams.
Cartridge weight range: 3 to 7 grams.
Typically fitted with a moving magnet cartridge (replacement stylus RS-85).
Oil-damped arm lifter for smooth cueing.
Performance:
Output voltage: 2.5 mV (DIN).
Channel separation: 20 dB.
Construction and Dimensions:
Dimensions: 440 mm (W) x 96 mm (H) x 359 mm (D).
Weight: 5.1 kg.
Includes a 45 rpm adaptor.
Low resonant cabinet effective against howling.
Additional Features:
Front panel controls for speed selection and auto-return.
Servo lock indicator to confirm platter speed accuracy.
Power supply: switchable voltage options including 110–120V and 220–240V at 50/60 Hz, depending on region.