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Akai NAB Alu Spule 26,5  Tonband
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Akai NAB Alu Spule 26,5 Tonband

USD$58 EUR$50
Condition
Excellent
Location
Hessen, DE
Source
Kleinanzeigen
Posted
1d ago
Last seen
20h ago

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Seller's Description

Biete Akai Tonband

Ich kann nicht mehr sagen,welches Band,in welcher Qualität aufgespult und mit welcher Musik das bespielt wurde ???
Wahrscheinlich BASF Bandmaterial.
Sehr wahrscheinlich eine B77 Aufnahme,die Bandmaschine,das Heilig tum von meinem Vater .
Die Aufkleber auf der einen Seite lassen sich rückstandslos entfernen.

Eine Garantie,oder Rücknahme,Privatverkauf,Selbstabholer.

Kein Direktkauf möglich.
...gerne PP Freunde,schnell,unkompliziert,mit Sendungsverfolgung.
Versand 6.- Euro

Our Thoughts RADAR AI

Is this just a spare reel, or the missing piece for a serious vintage tape setup? At €50, it sits well below the €78 25th percentile from 101 recent comparable EUR listings, so this looks like a strong buy rather than a tentative fair-price offer.

That makes it appealing if you need a clean 26,5 cm NAB aluminum spool for a matching machine, especially since solid metal reels are desirable for smooth handling and a proper classic look. On a piece like this, the main check is simple: verify it’s straight, undamaged, and the hub fits your deck correctly; if it’s truly excellent, this is an easy yes for anyone who actually needs one.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Akai

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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