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Selling that rare AKAI X1810 REEL player/ 8-track cartridge playerThe machine is "fully functionning", has no rust and all switches/pots WORKS.Nonetheless despite its age it has its little flaws. Some pots are obviously cracking and would need deep cleaning, but once they are setup the sound is fine and a full recording/playback can operate without any issues.Some buttons are a bit tenacious, they need to be pressed 2 or three times with a good strength to be engaged (the 1-2-3-4 tracks selector).The pre-amp of this machine is insane and is capable of producing incredible/amazing distortion and harmonics.It has two-track recording capabilities even though it shows 1-4 track buttons, it's because it deals with L/R of each track but you cannot record/playback a 4 individual mono tracks with it.Specs:3-motor, 3-speed stereo reel-to-reel deck with integrated 8-track cartridge playback/recording capabilities. It features Cross-Field head technology, auto-reverse (via foil), and supports 7-inch reels. Key specs include a 30Hz-22kHz frequency response at 7½ ips and 47 lbs (21.4 kg) weight. SpenCertified +1Akai X-1810 Technical SpecificationsTrack System: 4-track, 2-channel stereo/monaural systemReel Size: Up to 7 inchTape Speeds: 1 ⅞, 3 ¾, 7 ½ ipsHeads: 3 (1x Cross-field record/playback, 1x erase, 1x bias)Motors: 3 (1x hysteresis synchronous capstan, 2x eddy current outer-rotor reels)Frequency Response (Reel): 30Hz to 22kHz (7½ ips), 30Hz-18kHz (3¾ ips), 30Hz-9kHz (1⅞ ips)Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Better than 50 dBWow and Flutter: Less than 0.08% at 7½ ips8-Track Specs: 50Hz-16kHz at 3¾ ips; Wow and Flutter less than 0.25%Output: RCA, DINDimensions: 17.4 x 18 x 9.6" (435 x 450 x 240mm)
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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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