Akai 4000DS MkII

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The Akai 4000DS is a four-track, two-channel stereo reel to reel tape recorder for use with 7" reels.

The employment of a highly efficient induction motor and boldly designed flywheel in the 4000DS results in stable tape travel and reduced wow and flutter.

This feature coupled with a three head system including Akai's one-micron gap playback head assures clear playback sound.

Specifications

 * Track system: 4-track, 2-channel, stereo/monaural system
 * Heads: 1 x record, 1 x playback, 1 x erase
 * Motor: 1 x SSM-1 4-pole induction
 * Reel size: up to 7 inch reel
 * Tape speeds: 3 3⁄4  7 1⁄2 ips
 * Wow and flutter: 0.15% (7 1⁄2 ips)
 * Frequency response: 30Hz to 23kHz (7 1⁄2 ips)
 * Signal to Noise Ratio: 50dB
 * Total harmonic distortion: 1.5%
 * Crosstalk: 50dB
 * Input: 70mV (line), 7mV (DIN), 0.8mV (mic)
 * Output: 1.228V (line), 0.4V (DIN)
 * Semiconductors: 11 x transistors, 4 x IC, 4 x diodes
 * Dimensions: 406 x 314 x 194mm
 * Weight: 11.4kg