RARE Model GX-650d by AKAI Electric Co. It's in Good/Great condition and is operational. It has not been serviced to my knowledge and does have some scratchy pots, the left channel fades out when only the left channel is selected, when stereo is selected the left channel works great. I've recorded CD and vinyl to tape, both times worked flawlessly. Rewind/fast forward and the brakes work. Some very minor cosmetic blemishes. Has a Euro 2 pin AC power plug with US adapter.

Pickup in Arlington, WA

This item has been tested and is in working order. This is a pre-owned item so may show some light signs of wear like light scratches and small marks etc. that aren’t visible on the photos. Please see images for general cosmetic condition. Drop us a message if you would like close-ups or have any questions.

The Akai GX-650D is a high-quality 3-motor, 3-speed (3.75, 7.5, 15 ips) 4-track, 2-channel stereo reel-to-reel tape deck, known for its Glass & Ferrite (GX) heads, offering excellent frequency response (30Hz-30kHz at 15 ips), low wow/flutter (0.04% at 15 ips), and robust build, using large 10.5-inch reels. [1, 2, 3] 

Key Specifications:

• Type: 4-Track, 2-Channel Stereo/Monaural

• Reel Size: Up to 10.5-inch

• Tape Speeds: 3-3/4, 7-1/2, 15 inches per second (ips)

• Motor: 3 (2x Drive, 1x Capstan)

• Heads: Record, Playback, Erase (GX Glass & Ferrite)

• Frequency Response (15 ips): 30 Hz to 30 kHz (±3 dB)

• Wow & Flutter: < 0.04% RMS (at 15 ips)

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Better than 58 dB

• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.4% (at 15 & 7.5 ips)

• Inputs: Line (80mV), Microphone (0.3mV)

• Outputs: Line (0.775V)

• Dimensions: Approx. 57cm (H) x 48cm (W) x 22cm (D)

• Weight: Approx. 30 kg (66 lbs)

• Production: Circa 1976-1979, Japan [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] 

Key Features:

• Direct Drive Capstan: Uses a belt-driven system for stable tape transport.

• GX Heads: Renowned for durability and maintaining performance over time.

• High-Speed Capability: Excellent performance at 15 ips for professional recording. [5, 6, 7] 

AI responses may include mistakes.

[1] https://audiovintagestore.com/en/product/akai-gx-650d-reel-to-reel-tape-recorder-classic-vintage-fully-revitalized/

[2] https://reel-reel.com/tape-recorder/gx-650d/

[3] https://retronik.silicium.org/DOCUMENTS/Audiovideo/Akai/Akai-GX-650-D-Brochure.pdf

[4] https://equipboard.com/items/akai-akai-gx-650d

[5] https://www.tapeheads.net/threads/akai-gx-650d-thoughts-compared-to-gx-635d.63345/

[6] https://www.reddit.com/r/audiophile/comments/rmjigr/just_pick_up_a_nuther_reel_to_reel_akai_gx_650d/

[7] https://www.ebay.com/shop/akai-gx-m10?_nkw=akai+gx+m-10