Condition disclosure:
This cassette deck is sold without the remote control. The unit is described as working, with playback and recording checked, but only cleaning, inspection and basic check are mentioned.
Technical Info:
Model: Akai DX-49
Device type: Cassette Deck
Origin of this unit: Japan
Power / Voltage: 220V
2 heads
2 motors
Supports Type I, CrO2 II, Metal IV tapes
Dolby B/C noise reduction
Auto calibration
Included accessory: none confirmed; remote control is not included
This vintage cassette deck was checked for playback and recording before listing. Auto calibration is reported working. The cosmetic condition is shown in the photos, and the top cover protective film was removed.
🎙️ Time That Still Sounds Alive
Close your eyes and return to the age of real cassette audio. Akai DX-49 offers the physical feel many enthusiasts still want: tactile transport controls, manual tape handling, visible mechanics, and the simple pleasure of making or playing a tape in a dedicated home audio system.
👤 If you are reading this, you probably understand
You are not looking for another disposable modern device. You are looking for a cassette deck with character, useful features, and real hi-fi presence. For music lovers, tape users, and anyone building a vintage system, DX-49 brings back the ritual of analog listening.
🎧 What you get beyond the sound
This deck supports Type I, CrO2 II, and Metal IV tapes, making it flexible for playback and home recording across common cassette formulations. Dolby B/C noise reduction helps with more comfortable listening, while auto calibration is a practical feature for getting better results from different tapes.
The regulated headphone output adds direct private listening, and timer record/play function makes the deck more useful in a traditional component setup. It is an everyday-format cassette deck with features that still matter for regular use.
This is more than a used vintage device. It is a clearly described analog component with disclosed accessories status and honest specification details, so the buyer can understand what is being purchased.
🧠 Collector’s / Model Note
Akai DX-49 is a stereo cassette deck from the early 1990s. Models in this class focused on practical operation, broad cassette type support, Dolby noise reduction, and compact system integration for home hi-fi users.
📦 Dimensions & Weight:
Size: 425 × 120 × 353 mm
Size in cm: 42.5 × 12.0 × 35.3 cm
Size in inches: approx. 16.7 × 4.7 × 13.9 in
Weight: 4.8 kg
Weight in pounds: approx. 10.6 lbs
⚙️ Technical Information:
Model: Akai DX-49
Production / Origin: Japan
Year of release: approximately 1993
Power: 220V
Professional Maintenance:
This unit has received limited maintenance before listing: cleaning, inspection, and playback/recording check. This is useful for vintage audio equipment.
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📝 Product Description
The first image is an AI-generated promotional visual and may differ from the actual item.
All subsequent photos are part of the description and show the actual item and its condition.
Demo tapes, reels, records, or accessories shown for demonstration purposes are not included unless clearly stated.
Please check your local voltage requirements; adapter is not included.
👉 Warranty and Service
Includes a 30-day Global ORT warranty for functionality.
Before shipping, you will receive a video test of the item and packaging.
Repair, maintenance, and extended warranty options are available upon request.
📦 Shipping
Ships within 2–3 business days after payment.
Tracking number will be provided.
Items ship from the USA, Poland, or Ukraine. Standard delivery is about 10 business days.
Import duties, taxes, and customs fees are the buyer’s responsibility.
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