Tape Recorder (Akai)

Object detail

Accession number

2001.22.5

Maker

AKAI Electric Company Limited

Production period

1970s

Description

Akai reel to reel tape recorder. Model GX-370D. Brown wooden case with black rubber feet on base and side. Back has a number of plugs, sockets, and a power cable. The side has a black plastic grill for ventilation. Front of unit has aluminium backplate attached to which are two tape reels, a counter at the top, various control dials and buttons, mic and headphone jacks. In centre of unit is hinging plate which opens up to reveal electronics. Two gauges at base with clear plastic cover for measuring volume.

Marks

AKAI GLASS & X'TAL FERRITE HEAD GX-370D / SERIAL NO. M-70809-01153 / PATENTS REGISTERED & PENDING. / [~15 patent numbers] / AKAI ELECTRIC CO., LTD. MADE IN JAPAN Maker's Plate

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal
Organic/Vegetal/Wood
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic
Organic/Vegetal/Plant Extract/Latex/Rubber

Credit Line

AKAI Electric Company Limited. Circa 1970s. Tape Recorder (Akai), 2001.22.5. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Player, Audio Player, Tape Player, Reel-to-Reel Tape Tools & Equipment for Communication Sound Communication T&E Sound Communication Devices

Production place

Tokyo Japan East Asia Asia

Collection type

Sound Technology Communications Technology

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