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Turntable AKAI model AP-206C Direct Drive Auto-ReturnPlatine vinyle vintage rare et fonctionnelle, High-End, Direct Drive, vendue telle quelle sans cellule et avec capot cassé!Excellente platine vinyle semi-automatique à entrainement direct, fonctionnelle et stable. Une belle représentante de l'Age d'or de la marque Akai, qui réalisait des platines hi-fi de très bonne qualité. Avec anti-skating, stroboscope, 2 pitch, entrainement direct, retour automatique, DC motor servo. Superbe plateau, belle platine de commande, très bon bras en S, couvre-plateau épais, corps en bois peint sur un socle en plastique. Fabriquée au Japon.Testée, excellent son clair et détaillé (testée avec cellule Ortofon non fournie, amplificateur Technics et enceintes Marantz). Pitch, cut et retour automatique fonctionnels.Ce qui a été fait : - capot intérieur démonté, nettoyage intérieur et extérieur (dépoussiérage, soufflage, nettoyage) - Application de la bombe contact sur les potentiomètres et circuits, et de la graisse blanche sur les pièces métalliques - Test complet, réglage de la vitesse effectué (nettoyage des trimmers) - 4 patins neufs et ajout d'une fourche au fil de masse.Visuellement en état moyen, un éclat au bois de la plinthe devant, des petites marques de corrosion sur le corps, les boutons et le bras. Le capot est donné avec, il est fendu et ne tient pas ouvert (charnière abimée)Vendu AVEC câbles intégrés RCA et masse, câble d'alimentation, couvre-plateau d'origineSANS adaptateur 45t ni cellule ni porte-celluleENVOI très soigné vers toutes destinations, emballage avec plusieurs couches de protections (carton, bulle, papier...).Spécifications - Specs :by hifienginePlatter: 314mm aluminium alloy die-castDrive system: direct drive, auto-returnMotor: dc servo motorSpeed and pitch control: 33 and 45rpm +-2.5%Wow and flutter: 0.035%Rumble: better than 70dBTonearm: static balance type with anti-skate adjusterEffective length: 220mmCartridge weight range: 4 to 12gOverhang: 15mmDimensions: 440 x 158 x 350mmWeight: 7.4kg
Compared with the usual alternatives around this money, this is a strong buy: US$253 sits below the comparable-listing 25th percentile of US$277 and well under the US$302 median. It is priced like a sensible budget purchase rather than a speculative vintage premium.
The AP-206C is a well-built Japanese direct-drive deck with a substantial platter, adjustable pitch, anti-skate, an S-shaped arm, and convenient auto-return. Its measured performance is respectable, and the design avoids belt replacement hassles. At this price, it makes particular sense if the speed is stable and the arm, cueing, and auto-return work properly. Check that the dust cover, headshell, cartridge, and cables are present, but assuming ordinary working condition, this looks like a genuine bargain rather than merely a fair deal.
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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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