Akai GX-265D Reel-Reel and Tapes

 
Sale Includes: 
Fully functional reel with aluminum Akai take-up reel.
Sale also includes; 10 mixed recorded tapes all with protective cases. 1 plastic "Akai" plastic take up reel also included.
12 reels total in package.
** Select between 1 of the 2 Akai aluminum reels shown. (Only 1 is included)
 
Details:
Unit was just Serviced, including all controls, switches, tape path, all mechanical linkages and microswitches cleaned, lubed, greased as directed.
Counter belt replaced All transistors on the audio playback boards replaced with Fairchild matched replacements.
Audio capacitors checked and replaced as needed. Photo included showing all parts pulled and replaced.
Solder joints checked and resoldered as needed.
Unit settings checked and adjusted to spec.
Tape Head Reverse switch pulled and cleaned.
Full record and playback test performed (both directions) Heads inspected (good condition)
Face and knobs pulled, cleaned, reinstalled.
Foam pads under vu meters and around lights replaced
LED lights installed for VU meters (warm white to match original incandecent coloring) LED lights also used to replace green directional lights.
 
Final:
Very good operating machine with superb record and playback.