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Diese neue hochwertige Haube ist für den Akai AP-001, AP-101, AP-103, AP-103 C Plattenspieler geeignet. Die transparente Haube besteht aus hochwertigem Acrylglas und passt perfekt auf Ihren Akai AP-001, AP-101, AP-103, AP-103 C - Plattenspieler - siehe Bilder. Wie alle unsere Produkte ist die Haube gut verpackt und für den Transport gesichert.
Versandkosten € 21,50
Dieses Angebot enthält nur 1 (eine) Haube, ohne Plattenspieler.
This new high-quality acrylic cover is suitable for Akai AP-001, AP-101, AP-103, AP-103 C turntable. The transparent cover is made from high quality Acrylic polished glass and fits perfect on your Akai AP-001, AP-101, AP-103, AP-103 C Turntable - see pictures. Like all our products the cover is well packed and secured for transport.
This offer contains only 1 (one) dust cover, no turntable included.
Shipping costs € 21,50
Should you jump on a working Akai AP-001 at €129? Yes — against your own comps, that sits well below the €307 25th percentile and is a clear bargain rather than merely fair. With a median of €484 and even the upper quartile also at €484, this is priced aggressively for the model category.
That makes it a worthwhile buy if the basics are intact: the AP-001 is a straightforward vintage deck, and value here is mostly about getting a solid, serviceable table with the right arm geometry and a quiet, stable run. The main upside is obvious — you’re buying far under market, so even some cleanup or setup work can still leave plenty of room. I’d still confirm speed stability, cueing, and that the arm and platter behave properly, but at €129 the risk/reward looks excellent.
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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