I agree 100%. This era of turntables with DD motors and heavy well built plinth and platters are peak quality in my opinion. Toshiba had a line up very similar in looks and quality. People chase the brand names. I still love a technics quartz lock q3, 5300 etc...but would be happy with the akai.
Really good to shine light on the hidden giant of vintage turntables. Even with vinyl returning to popular use Akai turntables are still available at reasonable price as folks bid crazy prices for Technics etc, etc. Thanks for this video.
I got an Akai AP-100C from a pawn shop a year or so ago, talked them down from $170 to $100 cash out the door (in Canadian loonies). Although the 100C is not as fully featured and is only semi-automatic with belt drive, it is still so good I don't think I am ever going to upgrade unless I run into an irreparable issue with mine. I got a new belt and a new cartridge (AT-VM95EM) and it just sounds amazing and has only the features I want with none that I don't need. Love Akai turntables and I'm so glad I snatched this one up before someone else who wouldn't appreciate it did!
awesome, you've convinced to buy this as my first turn table between the technics 1200, audio technica lp 120, and this turn table you've shown me. I'm heavily surprised at how cheap this is sold, whci is good since I want to start a vintage stereo set up
Hi Vintage hound - I have an AKAI AP-206-C it looks the same as yours but does not have the repeat/album size - where they are on yours mine has Start/Cut and then Stylus up and down.. I have mine matched with the AKAI AM2800 (AMP), AKAI - AT2450 (Tuner), AKAI DT-100 (Digital timer), AKAI GXC-710D (Cassette player), and last but not least - AKAI GX636 Reel to Reel.- as pet the turn table - the kit is awesome - just top quality (underrated kit) for the 70s.. Hope its still going well for you.
Hi mister "Vintage hound" i've got the same turntable as shown in this video. I was wondering what brand cartridge you've mounted on the tonearm and where could i get a replacement for my turntable. So if you would be so kind to give me some info on this i would appreciate this highly ! Sevenbelt!
Hi there, I recently bought a set of Akai components including GXC -704D tape deck , AA1150 amplifier and AP 207 turntable, all in great condition and sound amazing, except the turntable needle needs replacing I think as the sound is a bit distorted...can you tell me where I could .get a replacement needle/stylus? Any help appreciated.
I would go with a denon Mc cartridge like a DL110 thay sound very good. And won't brake the bank you can find them for around $170 on eBay money well spent there a high output moving coil cartridge you will be very pleased
I agree 100%. This era of turntables with DD motors and heavy well built plinth and platters are peak quality in my opinion. Toshiba had a line up very similar in looks and quality. People chase the brand names. I still love a technics quartz lock q3, 5300 etc...but would be happy with the akai.
Really good to shine light on the hidden giant of vintage turntables. Even with vinyl returning to popular use Akai turntables are still available at reasonable price as folks bid crazy prices for Technics etc, etc. Thanks for this video.
I got an Akai AP-100C from a pawn shop a year or so ago, talked them down from $170 to $100 cash out the door (in Canadian loonies). Although the 100C is not as fully featured and is only semi-automatic with belt drive, it is still so good I don't think I am ever going to upgrade unless I run into an irreparable issue with mine. I got a new belt and a new cartridge (AT-VM95EM) and it just sounds amazing and has only the features I want with none that I don't need. Love Akai turntables and I'm so glad I snatched this one up before someone else who wouldn't appreciate it did!
I have exact same model, it was in storage for about 30yrs, still works great. Changed the cartridge with a Audio Technica AT-VM95 C/H.
awesome, you've convinced to buy this as my first turn table between the technics 1200, audio technica lp 120, and this turn table you've shown me. I'm heavily surprised at how cheap this is sold, whci is good since I want to start a vintage stereo set up
Hi. I've had one these since 1978.
Thanks for telling me how good it is!
Hi Vintage hound - I have an AKAI AP-206-C it looks the same as yours but does not have the repeat/album size - where they are on yours mine has Start/Cut and then Stylus up and down.. I have mine matched with the AKAI AM2800 (AMP), AKAI - AT2450 (Tuner), AKAI DT-100 (Digital timer), AKAI GXC-710D (Cassette player), and last but not least - AKAI GX636 Reel to Reel.- as pet the turn table - the kit is awesome - just top quality (underrated kit) for the 70s.. Hope its still going well for you.
I just bought this to retire my old 1979 Philips 406 belt drive turntable and i will say its a beautiful record player
Great turntable ! I have the same one !
Hi mister "Vintage hound" i've got the same turntable as shown in this video. I was wondering what brand cartridge you've mounted on the tonearm and where could i get a replacement for my turntable. So if you would be so kind to give me some info on this i would appreciate this highly ! Sevenbelt!
have a few Akai phono players , and that model also , great product
Is the plate of the Control Panel and the plate of the Pitch Control made out of plastic or metal?
Thanks
plastic
I bought mine in the early 90's, pulled it out of 10 year (?) storage recently, still impeccable!! What year was this turntable made? ...Peace.
I think the Late 70s perhaps 1979 ish
Thank you I just purchased a stunning example and am super happy . Your review is awesome. Cheers!
is that a stock needle? which needles can be used?
I would imagine any needle that fits the 1/2 inch headshell. So alot of Cart and Needle choices.
I've got an AKAI AP-Q55 and it's very good, best thing, got it for free
Hi there, I recently bought a set of Akai components including GXC -704D tape deck , AA1150 amplifier and AP 207 turntable, all in great condition and sound amazing, except the turntable needle needs replacing I think as the sound is a bit distorted...can you tell me where I could .get a replacement needle/stylus? Any help appreciated.
I would go with a denon Mc cartridge like a DL110 thay sound very good. And won't brake the bank you can find them for around $170 on eBay money well spent there a high output moving coil cartridge you will be very pleased
Thanks Brian , will give that a try. Cheers.
does it work on modern records?
It looks like an Ortofon OM series cart with an omega stylus on there.
Questo AKAI era superiore al Technics 1900 e 2000. Ottimo giradischi qualità e prezzo.
i'd like fo know if there's any good technician out there for fixing my turntable....I own the same one but doesnt work properly....help
me please
What's the problems with the turntable? I have an AP 307 just fixed mine, I'm no technician but good at repairing electronics
Hi Can yor sell me this AKAI?