Akai AP-004X Turntable - full auto

Akai AP-004X Turntable - full auto Introduction

Akai Fully automatic turntable model AP-004X Very rare and a beauty. This TT represents the top of the line belt drive for Akai during this era (mid 70's). Solid wood plinth with real rosewood veneer - 20 lbs of turntable. This one has been serviced and runs smooth - all functions work like new and there is not a mark on it. Will run in full auto mode or manual. $400 OBO Includes: - Original carton / packing materials - Original owners manual (see image for manual and note that the AP-420 is the same manual as the AP-004X - I've circled this point on the image) - Empire 2000 E/ii Cartridge with stylus (used but in good shape) - Original Akai head shell - Original RCA cables w/ground (that actually plug into the back of the TT) Full Automatic Turntable: 300 mm aluminum alloy diecast Drive System: Belt drive Motors: One 4-pole synchronous motor for turntable drive and a geared motor for tone arm drive Speed: 33-1/3 and 45 r.p.m. Wow & Flutter: 0.07% Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 50 dB Tone Arm: Static-balanced type tubular arm with inside force canceler and lateral balance weight Arm length: 220 mm Motor: Geared motor Stylus pressure adjustment range 0 to 3 grams Applicable cartridge weight: 4 to 9.5 grams (9.5 to 16 grams using sub-weight) Arm Lifter: Oil damped Overhang: 15 mm Shell Weight: 8.7 grams Power Consumption: 17 W Power Source: 110/220 V, 50/60 Hz Cabinet: Solid wood with rosewood wood veneer Dimensions: 503(W) x 185(H) x 410(D) mm Weight: 9 kg (19.8 lbs)