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Aus sammlung Akai AM-2950 und Akai AT-2650 beide in top zustand.
Festpreis €1550,-
Kein versand, Nur abholung.
Specifications:
Power output: 120 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.06%
Damping factor: 50
Input sensitivity: 3mV (MM), 150mV (DIN), 150mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio: 80dB (MM), 100dB (line)
Channel separation: 50dB (MM)
Output: 150mV (line), 30mV (DIN), 1V (Pre out)
Speaker load impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω
Semiconductors: 47 x transistors, 31 x diodes, 2 x IC
Dimensions: 440 x 170 x 430mm
Weight: 17.8kg
At €1,550, this sits in the ambitious zone for an AKAI AM-2950 based on typical used-market references, which usually land around €250–€425 in Europe for nice examples and can stretch higher only when truly exceptional, fully serviced, and complete. If this one is merely “excellent” cosmetically, the ask is well above normal market value rather than a fair premium.
That said, it’s a hefty, well-regarded late-vintage integrated with a strong phono stage, good power on paper, and the kind of warm, punchy presentation many AKAI fans like. If it’s original, recently serviced, and the seller can prove clean operation on both channels, it could be a satisfying buy for a collector — but at this price I’d want service documentation, a proper demo, and confirmation that all switches, pots, and protection circuits are healthy.
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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