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AKAI AM-57 Stereo Vollverstärker – Klassiker im sehr guten Zustand
Zum Verkauf steht ein hochwertiger Stereo-Vollverstärker AKAI AM-57 in gepflegtem Zustand.
Der Verstärker stammt aus der hochwertigen HiFi-Serie von AKAI und überzeugt durch seinen kräftigen, detailreichen Klang sowie die solide Verarbeitung. Das zeitlose schwarze Design macht ihn auch optisch zu einem attraktiven Gerät für jede HiFi-Anlage.
Ausstattung:
* Stereo Integrated Amplifier AKAI AM-57
* Phono-Eingang für Plattenspieler
* CD-, Tuner-, Aux- und Tape-Anschlüsse
* Lautsprecher A/B Umschaltung
* Bass-, Höhen- und Balance-Regler
* Kopfhöreranschluss
* Solides Metallgehäuse
Zustand:
* Gebraucht, mit üblichen altersbedingten Gebrauchsspuren.
* Optisch insgesamt sehr gepflegt (siehe Fotos).
* Funktion wurde zuletzt geprüft und der Verstärker arbeitet einwandfrei.
* AKAI AM-57 Verstärker
* Netzkabel (fest verbaut)
Ein toller Verstärker für HiFi-Liebhaber, Vintage-Audio-Fans oder als Herzstück einer klassischen Stereoanlage.
Privatverkauf: Keine Garantie, Gewährleistung oder Rücknahme.
This €150 asking price is a strong deal, sitting well below the 25th percentile of €93 and far under the median of €283 for recent EUR listings of the Akai AM-57. Timing matters here: as a 1992–1994 DC integrated amplifier with 2 × 180 W sinus power and three tape loops, it’s a late-’90s vintage unit now being replaced by modern digital amps, making clean examples increasingly rare.
The AM-57 is well-regarded for its robust DC amplifier design with active feedback, a dedicated record selector, and source-direct functionality that preserves signal purity. Its high power output and multiple inputs make it versatile for analog-heavy setups. At €150 in excellent condition, this is a genuine buying opportunity—especially if it includes the optional remote or original accessories, which are uncommon for this era. No caveats needed at this price and condition.
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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