Akai GX630D-SS Reel to Reel Tape Deck

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High-end Akai deck in excellent condition which records and plays back superbly. A fully refurbished machine, professionally stripped down and rebuilt with new caps etc. Three-motor, direct drive - Tape speeds 3 3/4 or 7 1/2 and Pitch Control.  I have had the machine bias-adjusted and calibrated for the currently manufactured LPR35 tapes. Accepts tape reels up to 10 1/2".If you know about these Akai machines you'll be aware that their glass-encased crystal ferrite heads are not subject to the wear often found on other makes., This model is the bigger brother of the GX630D (shown alongside in pics 8 and 9).The SS model can operate in stereo mode on both sides of the tape OR can be used in 4 track (quad) mode on one tape side. SS stands for simultaneous synchronisation - after recording one track, subsequent tracks can be recorded at the same time as monitoring previous track(s) ensuring your vocal/ piano harmonies or band performances are tight., I am including NAB hubs for the 10" reels, a 10" take-up reel, 4 cables, an operator manual, service manual and parts manual in the sale price., All impressive tech specs can be found online, but if you are interested you'd be welcome to come to Auchtermuchty to see and hear the machine for itself. The deck weighs 20.7 Kg and this is a valuable item so I'd rather not get involved in posting it out, but if this is necessary I would need to add the cost of packaging, courier, and insurance.  Thanks for looking - call with any questions!