Akai GXC-40D Cassette Deck
Akai GXC-40
The Akai GXC-40D is a stereo cassette deck, it was introduced by Akai in 1973.
The main features of the Akai GXC-40D are: 2 heads, analog 3 digit tape counter, manual tape type selection with support for normal and chrome tapes, belt driven single-capstan transport.
Typical of this deck is the 70's top loading layout with the cassette compartiment located on the left side of the deck. Tape eject is operated mechanically and the cassette needs to be placed with the side to be played facing forward in the cassette well.
Level meters used on the GXC-40D are analog needle VU reading meters. Mechanical transport controls for reliable GXC-40D transport function selection.
To make live recordings this deck has 2 microphone inputs to connect microphones with a jack connector. For undisturbed listening a jack connector for a pair of stereo headphones is supplied. Connection to other audio components for plaback can be achieved by a RCA cable and recording from a source by a RCA cable.
- GX Heads
Historic events
Features of Akai GXC-40D
2 Mono Microphone Inputs
RCA Input/Output Connectors
DIN Input/Output Connector
Headphones
High / Low Switch
3-Digıt Mechanical Counter
Analog Needle Meters
Peak Limiter
Orientation Left
Top Loading
Wood Case
Black Finish
Stereo
2 Head Desiǥn
4 Track / 2 Channel
Mechanical Transport Control
Individual Input Level Controls
1⅞ ips - 4.76 cm/s
Normal Tape Capabılity
Manual Tape Type Selection
Chrome Tape Capabılity
Sìngle Capsŧan Transport
Belt Drive (Capsŧan)
Mechanical Tape Loading
Auto Stop
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