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Company: AKAI
Based: Tokyo, Japan (now in Singapore)
Founded: 1929 as Akai Electric Company Ltd.
Founders: Masukichi Akai & Saburo Akai
Specialty: Leading electronics manufacturer of Hi-FI stereo equipment including reel-to-reel tape recorders, audio tuners, cassette decks, amplifiers, receivers, turntables, video recorders, loud speakers and microphones. Home appliances and televisions,

AKAI audio equipment 1970s christmas
AKAI Audio products (Christmas 1971)

The Innovative AKAI GX Heads: Revolutionizing Audio Recording



AKAI, a pioneering force in the audio technology industry, introduced the revolutionary GX heads, which significantly impacted the realm of audio recording. These heads, utilized in AKAI's reel-to-reel and cassette stereo tape decks, represented a leap forward in sound quality and durability, solidifying AKAI's reputation for innovation and excellence.

Unveiling the GX Heads
The AKAI GX heads, featuring glass and crystal ferrite components, were designed to offer superior sound quality and extended service life. These heads were integrated into AKAI's reel-to-reel and cassette stereo tape decks, setting a new standard for audio recording equipment. The GX heads were guaranteed to last a minimum of 150,000 hours, a testament to their exceptional durability and longevity.

Superior Sound Quality
Combined with Dolby noise reduction technology, the GX heads provided unparalleled sound quality, surpassing typical tape decks of the time. This innovation allowed audio enthusiasts and professionals to achieve higher fidelity and clarity in their recordings, making AKAI's tape decks a preferred choice for audio production and playback.

Enduring Impact
The introduction of the GX heads by AKAI represented a significant milestone in the evolution of audio recording technology. The extended service life and superior sound quality offered by these heads contributed to AKAI's enduring legacy in the audio equipment industry. The GX heads became synonymous with reliability and excellence, earning the trust of audio enthusiasts and professionals alike.


The AKAI GX heads stand as a testament to AKAI's commitment to innovation and excellence in audio technology. Their introduction marked a pivotal moment in the history of audio recording, setting new standards for sound quality and durability. The enduring impact of the GX heads continues to resonate with audio enthusiasts and professionals, solidifying AKAI's position as a trailblazer in the audio equipment industry.





AKAI GX Glass and Ferrite magnetic tape head (1971)

AKAI GX ferrite glass tape head
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This Lucite paperweight from AKAI features their unique GX  glass and crystal ferrite head.

The GX head was used in their Reel-to-reel and cassette Stereo Tape Decks and were guaranteed to last a minimum of 150,000 hours.

​Combined with Dolby noise reduction, the GX head offered superior sound quality compared to typical tape decks of the time.

​Item measures 2" x 2" x 2".



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