Beskrivelse
- Manufacturer: Akai Electric Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan
- Type: Cassette tape deck with integrated amplifier
- Years of Manufacture: 1973–1976
- Dimensions: 410 x 123 x 295 mm
- Weight: 7 kg
- Power: AC supply (110/120/220/240V)
- Connections:
- Inputs: 80mV (line), 0.5mV (mic)
- Outputs: 0.775V (line)
- Technical Specifications:
- Audio Heads: 2 (recording and playback)
- Motor: 1 (induction type)
- Tape Speed: 4.76 cm/s
- Tape Types: Type I (normal), CrO2 (chrome)
- Frequency Response: 30 Hz–18 kHz (CrO2 tape)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 dB
- Wow and Flutter: 0.12% WRMS
- Distortion Factor: 1.5%
- Highlights:
- GX Head Technology: Features Akai’s wear-resistant glass and crystal ferrite heads for enhanced durability and audio clarity.
- Built-in Amplifier: Allows direct connection to speakers, making it a versatile standalone unit.
- Over-Level Suppressor (O.L.S.): Reduces distortion during high-level recordings, ideal for dynamic audio sources.
- Pause Control and Auto-Stop: Enhances usability with precise control and automatic tape-end shutdown.
- Tape Selector Switch: Supports both Type I and CrO2 tapes for flexible recording options.
- 3-Digit Index Counter: Simplifies tape navigation and track location.
- Microphone and Headphone Jacks: Enables live recordings and private listening.
The Akai GXC-38 is praised for its robust build and reliable performance, making it a sought-after vintage audio device for enthusiasts, though it lacks Dolby noise reduction (unlike the GXC-38D model).