AKAI 4000DS MKII
STEREO REEL-TO-REEL TAPE DECK
2 SPEED - 4 TRACK
120V - 60Hz
ANOTHER FANTASTIC DEVICE !!!
RARE CHANCE !!
We sell on more than 10 years and never had any problems.
Our tape-decks AKAI or TEAC undergo rigorous revision, thorough cleaning and many hours of testing before being placed on sale.
We are not \"changers of parts\", since these machines were produced in Japan during the 70\'s, and the quality of its components is unquestionable.
By purchasing any of our tape-decks, you rest assured that you will not be disappointed.
What Are You Waiting For? Why pay more?
Buy it NOW !!!
This is an excellent \"GIFT\" to you or your best friend !!!!
Don\'t You Deserve the Very Best?
YOU ARENOT GOING TO FIND ANOTHER UNIT EQUAL TO THIS ONE !!!!
SPECTACULAR \"AKAI \" !!! FANTASTIC SOUND !!!
PLAY ANDRECORD WITH A GOOD QUALITY SOUND !!!!!!
A VERY NICE \"AKAI\" FROM AROUND 70\'s
It will not only be fun to play but will also be wonderfulto look at. Add it to your collection of vintage musical electronics before theopportunity passes you by!
SEE MY response AND BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!!!!
Faceplate is clean and beautiful
- iNSIGNIFICANT scratches from normal use
Wood cabinet in VERY GOOD CONDITION
INCLUDES:
- 01 New and Sealed tape \"AMPEX\" model 631- 1200ft;
- 01 PLASTIC Take Up Reel -
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** AKAI METAL reels and the tape are not included in an sale
as they belong to my collection and been only used
for display purposes**
You will be offerding on this very nice reel to reel player made byAkai in Japan.
This unit find in perfect condition.CLEAN And LUBRICATED. Heads aredemagnetized.
CAUTION:
ManyAKAI\'S for sell do not have the \"CAPSTANSPEEDSLEEVE\" - the chromed bolt that changes the speed and do not existfor sell separately!! ORIGINAL CAPSTAN AND NUT INCLUDED.
Thismodel operates on two tape speeds: 7-1/2 ips and 3-3/4 ips. The Tape Speed isdetermined by the size of the capstan. For 3-3/4 ips, unscrew capstan cap byturning it counterclockwise and remove the outer capstan. For the 7-1/2 ips,use the outer capstan.
See the capstan in my pictures. It is located in the center of device close thepinch roller.
It is assumed that any buyer will understand how these reel toreel recorders operate and the characteristics of recorded tape both new andold. Questions are of course welcome and encouraged as this unit can becomplicated to one that is not familiar with reel recorders/players.
This unit does not come with any wires to hookup....it usesstandard RCA cables or a DIN connection.
We tested this AKAI4000DS MKII = FANTASTIC !!!!
Play and Record with a excellent quality sound !!!!!
EXCELLENTWORKING CONDITION AND FANTASTIC APPEARANCE
You would spend more than $100.00/150.00 to make a completecleanness and revision, plus parts, fuses or lamps, in an electronic workshop!!!!!
Allour devices are totally serviced !!!!!
Weguarantee that you receive it in excellent workingand cosmetic condition.
You go to be able to enjoy the device for many and manyyears !!!!
THIS UNIT WAS BEEN SERVICED:
-Completely cleaned interior / exterior
- Checked and cleaned all knobs/switchs, function, and VUmeters
- Cleaned and lubricated all switches with De-Ox-It.
- Adjusted and aligned Volume section for play/record.
- Adjusted and demagnetized all heads
- Checked input/output.
When we works on a tape deck, for instance, we does not simplytest it in all modes for several minutes to make certain it works. WE ACTUALLYUSES THE MACHINE FOR A WEEK, playing and recording many hours of tape, andactually uses the tape machines to record from AM/FM, CD or cassette to reel toreel tape, and if any glitches or abnormalities appear during this process theyare addressed and corrected and the use of the machine continues until we are absolutely certain that the machine is ready to be sold and willnot deliver any unwanted surprises to its new owner. We will not release amachine for sale until he is absolutely certain it will perform flawlessly on aconsistent day-to-day basis after it is shipped.
Wehave already sent hundreds of devices and never had any problem. All packagesare shipped fully insured via UPS or USPS.
Also, we use only New Boxes and Styrofoam plates to protect the unit from anydamage.
This is strictly a deck. It doesnot have speakers. You must connect it to a stereo receiver or an amplifier.This machine records and plays back with excellent fidelity and frequencyresponse.
The Tape Recorder is looking great even if ithas more than 40 years and it works perfectly!
The faceplate looks great! Some scratches from normal use.
All the mechanical and electronicoperations and everything works splendidly including the VU meter illumination.
Play,Record, Fast Forward & Rewind functions run smooth and noiseless.
Exclusive S.O.S. (sound-on-soundcapability)
AKAI 4000DS MKII
This famous Akai set has been in production for many years. It\'s also this model which can be found most in on line-sales and second hand goods websites.
Auto shut off is present in the power switchAND the motor will be turned off when the tension arm falls down.
This is an Akai 4000DS MKIIreel-to-reel or open reel tape deck recorder and player (requires separate audio system) that I have fully serviced. It was manufactured in the seventies. The sound quality is equal to or better than a Teac and my experience tells me that Akai\'s are extremely reliable and long-lived machines. Beware of buying any deck that has not been professionally serviced. All the rubber parts have been replaced or rejuvenated, it has been thoroughly lubricated, I cleaned and demagnetized the entire tape path including the very nice condition heads, cleaned the audio recording controls and exhaustively tested all functions. Everything rates from very satisfactory to excellent condition. The nice wood-grain case has some very slight nicks. This is a very robust machine with excellent audio quality and have the original capstan speed change sleeve (this is a very expensive part). It is a single motor, 3 head (one micron) machine.
Highly rated in it\'s time and a definite workhorse and show piece is this Akai 4000 DS MK-II reel to reel Deck. This unit has been extensively cleaned and tested and has proven over a week without fail. I have given you the most pictures allowed by E Bay to show you the luster and excellent condition of this unit. This reel to reel accepts up to 7\" (seven inches in diameter) reels. The reel holders on the spindles are spring loaded so you can load your tape and secure the reel without having to operate this unit laying down....which if you choose, you can still do. This unit features a One Micron gap recording head which increases frequency response. As you can see this unit\'s heads are in excellent condition and have been well-maintained. As with so many vintage reel recorders, this is the area where it\'s crucial for proper playback/recording and in many cases is not achieved because of the poor condition of these heads.
There is a extra feature: Track selector that the unit can be switched from mono recording that allows a user to add/record another track to a previously recorded Mono track.
Back to the unit, this player/recorder has auto-shutoff when the take-up lever is employed and the on/off switch located in middle right is set to the Down Position labeled \"Shut Off\".
It is very important that you maintain your heads and tape path after each side of playing or recording from older tapes. After a while, tapes tend to become brittle and the backing that holds the magnetic properties to the tape looses it\'s abilities and this will cause oxide to accumulate on everything the tape passes including the tape heads. When this happens, your sound quality will deteriorate. I have always found it a good practice to clean the entire tape path with denatured alcohol....with the power off after every playback or recording of each side of the tape. This unit only records/plays in One Direction and that is from left to right. There is no Auto-reverse. Where this simple yet integrated unit comes in very handy is by transferring all those mix tapes you may have had....or you dad had and you want to transfer them to CDR.
Another important note: If you are recording or playing back a old tape and it has a squealing/chattering sound....this means that the tape itself has exceeded it\'s life and could cause damage to the heads if you continue to use....the tape itself has dried out. If you come upon a tape of this character, remove it from the unit and clean the entire tape path as previously instructed. Any treatment of a tape in this condition and then played back on this unit could and probably will cause permanent damage to the heads. So Don\'t Do It as I will not accept returns for mishandling of this unit. It is best that you, if you decide to offer and win, to review the Owner\'s Manual as described or to contact me and I\'ll email it to you.
It is assumed that any buyer will understand how these reel to reel recorders operate and the characteristics of recorded tape both new and old. Questions are of course welcome and encouraged as this unit can be complicated to one that is not familiar with reel recorders/players. This unit does not come with any wires to hookup....it uses standard RCA cables or a DIN connection.
Mic inputs are in the front. Mic/Line mixing is achieved through the multi-functional Left and Right controls.
After all that I have explained and illustrated to you in this description. If you do not understand....please ask or do not offer....this may not be for you. This unit is being sold AS-IS AS DESCRIBED with the exception of any misrepresentation in description above. I am not responsible for mis-use or damage from usage. This is a Reel to Reel Tape Deck.....that means that it HAS to be connected to a Amplifier/Stereo which accepts Aux. In/Tape Monitor RCA Inputs/Outputs. This unit will NOT amplify by itself.
Akai Model 4000 DS MK-II
AC 120V - 60Hz
Dimensions: 16\" Wide
7\" Deep
12 1/2\" High
Speeds - 3 3/4\" to 7 1/2\" inches per second (Speeds have to be changed manually as described).
Serial Number: 21002-00462
** AKAI METAL reels and the tape are not included in an sale
as they belong to my collection and been only used
for display purposes**
As with any electronic unit of this age, this item is sold AS-IS, but guaranteed not DOA. Not D.O.A. means that the unit is guaranteed to power on, but NO GUARANTEE is made as to the performance of the unit, due to the possibility of damage during shipment. This unit was operating properly and was packaged carefully, and should operate properly upon receipt.
Unless otherwise indicated, all items are sold AS-IS - NO returns are allowed. I will ONLY allow a return in the event my description is inaccurate, however in any event, all refunds issued will be minus shipping cost.
WE ARE EXPERTS IN ALL VINTAGE AKAI 4000 MODELS
The description of the device was made in compliance with what we only could observe.
FROM OWNER:
BECAUSE OF THE AGE OF THESE ITEMS (30+ YEARS) AND NOT KNOWING THE HISTORY ON ALL OF THEM, SOME MAY HAVE BEEN STORED AND USED IN HOMES WITH SMOKERS, PETS, MUSTY BASEMENTS, GARAGES, SHOPS, BARS, ETC.
I WAS A SMOKER FOR MORE THAN 25 YEARS AND MY SNIFFER IS NO LONGER SENSITIVE TO SMELLS OR ODORS, SO I CANNOT GUARANTEE THEY WILL SMELL LIKE NEW EVEN THOUGH I CLEAN AND SERVICE THEM THOROUGHLY, SOME ODORS MAY REMAIN OR RESURFACE, ESPECIALLY AFTER BEING BOXED UP FOR SEVERAL DAYS. I WILL NOT ACCEPT RETURNS FOR THIS REASON. WITH THAT SAID, I HOPE YOU UNDERSTAND MY POSITION ON THIS..
All photos used in this listing are actual photographs of the described unit for sale. This unit is being sold as is, without any warranty implied or otherwise. I guarantee this unit not to be DOA and to appear, perform and function as described above.
This is an sale and we aoffere by sale policies. Everything is sold \"as is where is\" without warranty or guarantee.
SHIPPING & HANDLING - PLEASE, READ BEFORE offerING
Buyer to pay $ 54.00 for FIXED RATE SHIPPING and handling within the USA, from Orlando (FL) via USPS PARCEL POST or,
via UPS GROUND..
This will be packaged securely and will be insured.
As you well know, both USPS and UPS have increased substantially the shipping cost on DEC 29, 2014.
Thus, it becomes impractical to send the unit at cost previously estimated to some States.
PLEASE, BE AWARE. If needed, we will send an additional invoice via PAYPAL with the difference of current costs to you.
Pick up is available with no fee.
We ship by regular mail, UPS and/or USPS at our discretion, with delivery confirmation. Your item normally will be shipped within 1-4 business days of receipt of confirmed payment to allow for packing the item securely, but may take longer. Upon shipment, you will receive information by message e-mail.
N O T E : WE DO SHIP OUT ITEMS TUESDAY and THURSDAY
Exceptionally, due to the size of this unit, we can send overseas
We ship this unit WORLDWIDE!
We can not ship to APO, FPO or PO BOX addresses.
Item USED: S O L D A S I S
Due to their sensitive nature, all used/vintage electronics
are sold as-is.
As with any electronic unit of this age, this item is sold AS-IS, but guaranteed not DOA. Not D.O.A. means that the unit is guaranteed to power on, but NO GUARANTEE is made as to the performance of the unit, due to the possibility of damage during shipment. This unit was operating properly and was packaged carefully, and should operate properly upon receipt.
Unless otherwise indicated, all items are sold AS-IS - NO returns are allowed. I will ONLY allow a return in the event my description is inaccurate, however in any event, all refunds issued will be minus shipping cost.
* See our explanation below if you are not familiar with the definition of the above term:
**NO RETURNS, NO RMA, NO REFUNDS**
\"Sold \'AS-IS\' \" means exactly what it sounds like. Caveat Emptor. Under the doctrine \"Let The Buyer Beware\", a buyer has no recourse for remuneration regarding property purchased, if that property is found unsuited for its usual purpose.
\"AS-IS\": The description of a condition in a sales contract in which the buyer agrees to take the property (e.g. real property, horse, automobile, appliance, et al) without the right to complain if it is faulty.
The legal definition is that the item is sold sans warranty. Seller has more than likely met his or her contractual incumbency merely by delivering the product.
All equipment is sold \"as is, where is\" and no warranties, guarantees, or functionality are expressed or implied by the sale of this equipment
Purchaser understands that Seller is not the manufacturer of the equipment, product, good and/or unit, and accordingly, expressly waives any claim against the Seller based on any limitation with respect to any equipment, products, goods and/or units or for any indemnity against such claim made by a Third Party or Purchaser. Purchaser understands that these items are not covered under any Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) warranties and are not acceptable under no circumstances, to be used in warranty/esp. repair work, or eligible for credit or return.
WE GUARANTEE THAT YOU GOES TO RECEIVE IT IN EXCELLENT WORKING AND COSMETIC CONDITION AS PICTURED AND DESCRIBED !!!!!
EXCEPTIONALLY, WE offer a 14 day TOTAL guarantee on this item (parts and labor) so get to it when you get it, get it unpacked and tested so we can leave each other good response and such.
No Refunds will be issued, and no returns accepted, on any items listed as UNTESTED, or SOLD AS IS
Our return policy is: In the rare instance that an item must be returned, it will be considered on an item-to-item basis. We will be fair. . We do not refund any shipping costs. Any problems must be emailed to us within 3 days of receipt of merchandise. Any item returned for refund must have our approval and be returned to us within 07 days of your receipt. The buyer is responsible for the shipping costs for returns for any reason whatsoever. Any refund made will be for the offer price only.
If you do not agree with these terms please do not offer on the item.
Do not try to return a different item than you purchased. We always record individual serial numbers and distinct markings are noted. We would rather you not offer if in doubt. In the case of damaged or lost items, We will be happy to start the insurance claim paper work but will not be responsible for working with the shipper on the other end or the outcome of that claim. Remember if you don\'t insure, you have no claim.
Your offer is an agreement to our terms….
Insurance Included for this item in S/H (UPS only).
If you have a problem, PLEASE contact us and attempt to find a resolution before leaving response.
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Payment by PayPal - Check and postal payment are acceptable
We reserve the right to end any listing due to local sale.
NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME !!!!!!
