Akai CS-M3 Stereo Cassette Deck Silver Face Dolby Vintage (1981-82)
Looking for a clean, straightforward vintage cassette deck? The Akai CS-M3 delivers classic analog warmth in a sharp silver-face design that fits perfectly into any retro hi-fi rack. Featuring Dolby noise reduction and simple mechanical transport controls, it’s built for reliable playback and recording. Fully tested and operating properly, this deck is ready to bring your cassette collection back to life. A timeless analog component—SpenCertified and ready to perform.
CONDITION
SPENCERTIFIED- Fully certified by Spencer
Refurbished and SPENCERTIFIED
100% tested and functional. Cleaned inside and out; worn parts replaced as needed. Controls, switches, and boards cleaned with WD-40 Specialist Electrical Contact Cleaner (safe for electronics). Heads cleaned and demagnetized. Capstan and pinch roller serviced. Transport mechanism cleaned and lubricated. Belts replaced as needed. Playback and recording levels tested and verified.
Cosmetic Condition: 8/10 (
Functional Condition: 10/10
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- Akai CS-M3 Stereo Cassette Deck Silver Face Dolby Vintage (1981-82)
- Analog Audio Cable
Other information about the Akai CS-M3
- Type: single compact cassette deck
- Track System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
- Tape Speed: 4.76 cm/s
- Tape Type: type I, CrO2, Metal
- Noise Reduction: B
- Frequency Response: 30Hz to 18kHz (Metal tape)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 68dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.7%
- Input: 70mV (line), 0.25mV (mic)
- Output: 0.41V (line)
- Front-loading cassette mechanism
- Mechanical piano-key transport controls
- Analog level meters
- Stereo recording capability
- Tape counter
DIMENSIONS
- 17.1" x 10.5" x 5.5" (Length x Width x Height)
- Weight: 11 lbs
INPUTS
- Microphone L/R x1 (front)
- Line In L/R x1 (back)
OUTPUTS
- Headphones Jack x1 (front)
- Line Out L/R x1 (back)
MANUFACTURE PLACE
- Made in Japan
- MFD: 1981-82
