AKAI VS-X10 (1984) | VHS Hi-Fi

 

The AKAI VS-X10 Hi-Fi VCR was a flagship audiophile VHS deck from 1984 combining advanced 4-head video performance with a dedicated set of Hi-Fi audio head and over 80dB dynamic range for near-digital sound quality. It delivers a full 20Hz–20kHz frequency response, ultra-low wow & flutter (<0.005%), and interference-free FM Hi-Fi audio recording for clear, balanced playback. Designed for convenience, it offers up to 8-hour long-play recording, a 4-week/8-program timer with on-screen scheduling, index recording, auto/manual recording levels, and Tape View monitoring. Precision engineering includes a quartz direct-drive motor, stable 4-head playback for sharp still images, and high-grade components such as low-noise transistors, OFC wiring, and gold-plated terminals. The X10 represents AKAI’s peak VHS Hi-Fi innovation, blending superior sound quality, reliable video performance, and user-friendly AV features. Original sale price in Japan ¥228,000

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AIWA M-501 (1980) | Full Performance...

 

FULL PERFORMANCE...STUDIO SOUND. This is how Aiwa advertised it's M-501 mini-hifi components. Every unit a technological gem designed to provide total performance in a space no more than thirteen inches high and nine inches wide. SA-C50U Stereo Preamplifier - Full featured control unit, including MC cartridge, bass and treble controls, 20dB muting, cross-dubbing and all input/output facilities. SA-P50U DC Stereo Power Amplifier - 50 watts per channel, minimum RMS at 8 ohms, both channels driven from 20-20,000 Hz with no more than 0.02% THD. 9-point peak power indicators. ST-R50U Quartz Synthesized Tuner - Precise, automatic or manual tuning with a 12-station programmable memory; six each for AM and FM. SD-L50U Metal Compatible Stereo Cassette Deck - Professional-type IC logic controls, 3-color peak level bar graph indicators, Dolby* NR. Equally exciting is Aiwa's M-502, a complete system in two components AX-S50U AM/FM Stereo Quartz Synthesized Auto Tuning Receiver (20 watts per channel, minimum RMS at 8 ohms, both channels driven from 20-20,000 Hz with no more than 0.1% THD)... and the SD-L50U described above. Because full performance means convenience and versatility too. Aiwa has even more systems, components and options, including some you can't get from anyone else: AP-D50U, unique, front loading DD fully automatic turntable; HR-50H High-Com NR system with 25dB improvement over Dolby; RC-R300U infrared wireless remote, full-function control; MT-50U programmable, ultra-slim quartz timer for unattended operation and SC-E50Υ 3-way bass reflex speaker system with bass and treble tone controls.

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