A classic 6-head auto-reverse deck featuring Akai’s legendary GX glass & ferrite heads for exceptional audio fidelity and long-term durability. This unit features a sophisticated 3-motor transport and the unique "Lambda" loading roller system. The unit turns on, lights up. reels spin in Reverse, Forward and Playback in both directions. The Akai Lambda tape loading system was an exclusive, advanced loading mechanism, It got stuck in the upper location and I just paid to have the unit serviced to be fully functional. Includes the metal AKAI take up reel shown in the last picture along with a spare plastic take up reel. Includes a printed copy of the 18 page spiral bound Owners Manual.  Thanks for looking and feel free to ask any questions!