Akai 1710 W
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Akai have several older models that I like.
Here is one of them, single motor, tubes, dependable,
built in amplifier and speakers.
  • This Akai belongs to Ed in Las Vegas.
    



    


    

  • 3 speeds: 1-7/8. 3-3/4. 7-1/2 and 15 optional.
  • Wow and Flutter: Less than 0,18% at 7-1/2.
  • 0,25% at 3-3/4.
  • 0,30% at 1-7/8.
  • Frequency response: 40 to 18,000 RMS at 15 speed.
  • 80 to 12.000 cps +-3db at 7-1/2.
  • 80 to 10,000cps +- at 3-3/4.
  • 80 to 4,000cps +-3db at 1-7/8.
  • Distortion: Within 2% 1,000cps 0 VU.
  • Power output: 5 watts at maximum on each channel, total 10 watts.
  • 2 VU-meters.
  • 4-track stereo/mono system.
  • Fast forward and Rewind time: 120 seconds using 1200 feet tape.
  • Motor: 2-speed induction motor.
  • Built in speakers: 5 x 7 
  • Tubes: 12AT7 x 2. 6BM8 x 2.
  • Silicone Diode: 150 D x 2.
  • Power supply: AC 100 to 240V, 50 / 60 hZ.
  • Power consumption: 80 watts.
  • Dimensions: 13-1/2 Tall.
  • 13-1/2 Wide.
  • 9 Deep.
  • Weight: 33 lbs (15 kg)
    


    

    

    


    

    

  • Without speed-sleeve 
1-7/8 and 3-3/4 speed.


    

    

  • Attached sleeve:
3-3/4 and 7-1/2.


    

    
Extra option: 15 speed.



    


    

    


    

    


    

    


    

    

  • Tubes: 12AT7 x 2. 6BM8 x 2.


    

    


    

    


    


    It also have connections for external speakers on the back.
    When using another amplifier you can turn off
     the built-in speakers with a switch.
    


Other speakers was sold as accessories:
  • Model: SS-30.
  • Speaker: 5x7 Full-range.
  • 8 ohms impedance.
  • Frequency Range: 100~12,000 cps.
  • Dimensions: 13-1/3 Wide, 14 Tall, 3 Deep.
  • Weight: 14 lbs.
    

Another set of speakers were:
    SW-130
  • 12" Woofer & 3-1/2 Tweeter.
  • 8 ohms impedance.
  • Max input: 25 watts.
  • Frequency range: 50~18,000 cps.
  • Dimensions: 16-1/2 Wide, 22 Tall, 12 Deep.
  • Weight; 29lbs each.
    SS-110 
  • Speaker: 10" coaxial with built
    in 3-1/2" tweeter.
  • 8 ohms impedance
  • Max power: 10 watts.
  • Frequency range: 50~17,000 cps.
  • Dimensions: 20-1/8 Wide.
  • 19 Tall.
  • 15-3/4 Deep.
  • Weight: 36 lbs each.
    


    Transport section is similar to many other
    Akai models like 4000 and M-series.
    Belt-driven and idler-wheels 
    for rewind and fforward function.
    

    

    


    




    



    

    

    Accessories for sale:
    

  • Owners Manual,hard-copy or CD-ROM (pdf-file) $25.00 
    

  • Service Manual,hard-copy or CD-ROM (pdf-file) $25.00 
    




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