{"product_id":"akai-4000ds-mkii-reel-to-reel-tape-recorder-3-head-auto-reverse-gx-heads","title":"Akai 4000DS MkII Reel to Reel Tape Recorder 3-Head Auto Reverse GX Heads","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eStep into true analog sound with the \u003cstrong\u003eAkai 4000DS MkII\u003c\/strong\u003e, a classic reel-to-reel tape recorder known for its rich playback and durable construction. Featuring Akai’s legendary Glass \u0026amp; Crystal heads and auto-reverse capability, it delivers reliable performance for both playback and recording. Its solid build and intuitive controls make it a favorite among tape enthusiasts and collectors alike. Fully serviced and performing well, this unit is ready to bring your reel collection back to life. 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Controls and switches cleaned with WD-40 Specialist Electrical Contact Cleaner, safe for electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCosmetic Condition: 8\/10 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e(edge chipping on the wood side panel) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional Condition: 10\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWHAT'S IN THE BOX?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAkai 4000DS MkII Reel to Reel Tape Recorder 3-Head Auto Reverse GX Heads \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eOther information about the Akai 4000DS MkII\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"152dkii\" data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003eAkai Glass \u0026amp; Crystal (GX) has a long lifespan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"glp8ud\" data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eAuto-reverse playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"199ja57\" data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eStereo recording and playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1knu302\" data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eMultiple tape speeds (3.75 \u0026amp; 7.5 IPS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17xf4cw\" data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003eManual level controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"om77ts\" data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eVU meters for recording levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dmf2vi\" data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eLine and microphone inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o7thck\" data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003eHeadphone output for monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fsx8bm\" data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eSolid wood cabinet design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ypryl7\" data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eClassic vintage hi-fi styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jx34gf\" data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eTrack System: 4-track 2-channel stereo\/monaural system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jx34gf\" data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eReel Capacity: Up to 7\" Reel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jx34gf\" data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003ePower Consumption: 45W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jx34gf\" data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e3-head reel-to-reel tape recorder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.9\" (W) × 12.4\" (H) × 7.6\" (D)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eINPUTS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMIC L\/R x1 (front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLINE IN x1 L\/R (back)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eOUTPUTS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHEADPHONES x1 (front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLINE OUT x1 L\/R (side)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMANUFACTURE PLACE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SpenCertified","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48124464791796,"sku":null,"price":1099.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1683\/2705\/files\/Akai-4000DS-MkII-Reel-to-Reel-Tape-Recorder-3-Head-Auto-Reverse-GX-Heads-Reel-to-Reel-Tape-Players-Recorders.jpg?v=1777928324","url":"https:\/\/spencertified.com\/products\/akai-4000ds-mkii-reel-to-reel-tape-recorder-3-head-auto-reverse-gx-heads","provider":"SpenCertified","version":"1.0","type":"link"}