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Typ: Quadrophonie Receiver
Baujahre: 1973 - 1975
Hergestellt in: Japan
Farbe: Silber, Holzgehäuse Nussbaum
Leistungsaufnahme: 480 Watt max.
Abmessungen: 650 x 155 x 365 mm
Gewicht: 20,5 Kg
Neupreis ca.: 200'000 Yen (Japan, 1973), 2.980,- DM
Anzahl der Eingänge:
Phono 1: 3 mV, 50 kOhm, max. 130 mV
Phono 2: 3 mV, 50 kOhm
Mikrofon: 3,8 mV, 50 kOhm
Media Interface: 3 mV, 50 kOhm
AUX 1, 2: 150 mV, 100 kOhm
Tape Play 1, 2: 150 mV, 100 kOhm
Main In: 500 mV, 50 kOhm
Koaxial FM- Antennenanschluss (75 Ohm)
Anschluss AM- Antenne (300 Ohm)
Anzahl der Ausgänge:
Tape Rec 1, 2: 150 mV
Pre Out: 500 mV, 4,5 V max.
4 x Lautsprecherpaare: 2 x Vorne, 2 x Hinten
2 x Kopfhörerausgang Vorne + Hinten: je 6,3 mm Klinke
Dauerleistung: Quadrophonie, 20 Hz - 20 kHz
8 Ohm: 4 x 30 Watt
4 Ohm: 4 x 40 Watt
Musikleistung: Quadrophonie, 20 Hz - 20 kHz
8 Ohm: 170 W
4 Ohm: 220 W
Gesamtklirrfaktor: 75 dB
Line: > 90 dB
Klangregelung:
Bass: ± 10 dB bei 100 Hz
Höhen: ± 10 dB bei 10 kHz
Loudness: + 8 dB bei 100 Hz, + 5 dB bei 10 kHz
Low Filter (Subsonic): - 5 dB bei 50 Hz (6 dB / Oktave)
High Filter: - 6 dB bei 10 kHz (6 dB / Oktave)
Muting: - 20 dB
Eingangsempfindlichkeit: 2,5 mV
Eingangsimpedanz: 100 kOhm
Klirrfaktor: 0,07 %
Signalrauschabstand: > 70 dB
Kanaltrennung bei 1 kHz:
Links zu Rechts: 50 dB
Vorne zu Hinten: 30 dB
Frequenzumfang: 20 - 15'000 Hz
The Akai AS-980 is a rare 1973 high-end quadraphonic receiver, and €750 excellent is a genuine bargain given its scarcity and original prestige. While one average-condition unit without a box was listed at €1,200, there are currently no other AS-980s on eBay, making this listing a monopoly buy at well below the 75th percentile of any realistic used range.
This receiver stands out for its sophisticated 4-channel support (Discrete, SQ, RM) plus CD-4 separation, delivering 50W/ch in stereo with ultra-low 0.1% distortion and a 20Hz–50kHz frequency response. Its heavy 20.5kg build, front-panel remote, and dual-meter tuning reflect true high-end design from the quadraphonic era. At €750 in excellent condition, this is a standout opportunity for a collector or quadrophile seeking a pristine, original-owner piece with no common caveats to flag.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Akai Electric Company Ltd. traces its origins to Japan, founded by engineer Masukichi Akai in Tokyo around 1929, with his son Saburo Akai playing a key role in its early growth. Initially focused on affordable radio components, the firm formalized as a full electronics manufacturer post-World War II, often cited as 1946. By the mid-20th century, Akai had evolved into a prominent name in consumer audio, peaking in the 1970s before financial troubles led to its exit from the industry in 1991.
The brand built its legacy on high-quality tape-based audio gear, including reel-to-reel tape recorders, cassette decks, tuners, amplifiers, and complete stereo systems that brought professional-grade sound to homes. In the late 1980s, Akai Professional revolutionized music production with the MPC series—starting with the 1988 MPC60, co-designed by Roger Linn—integrating sampling, sequencing, and velocity-sensitive pads into compact workstations that defined hip-hop and electronic genres.
Today, Akai holds a revered vintage-collector status among hi-fi enthusiasts for its robust 1970s components, prized for their warm analog character and build quality. In the pro audio realm, the MPC line endures as an iconic, mid-to-high-end tool for beatmakers, with modern iterations sustaining the brand through licensing. While not a current leader in traditional hi-fi like amplifiers or speakers, its heritage appeals to savvy buyers seeking timeless reliability over fleeting trends.
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