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Offered is „GX-650D“ by Akai as second-hand device from the category „Tape Recorder“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 2615843029 ends on 30.10.2026 at 08:15 o'clock.
This is a fair ask, leaning slightly on the strong side rather than a bargain. For a GX-650D, €750 sits around the lower end of recent European asking prices, with clean examples often clustering closer to €1,200–€2,250 and rougher or less complete ones sometimes down near €650–€750.
What makes it interesting is that this is a respected Akai with glass-ferrite heads, solid transport, and a real enthusiast following; when serviced, they can sound very good and hold their appeal. At €750, the buy comes down to proof of function: if it’s been serviced, has stable play/record, and includes reels, adapters, or the original box, it’s a sensible pickup. If it’s untested or overdue for maintenance, the price is only fair if the cosmetics are genuinely good.
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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