Akai X-355 (I let the smoke out)

Don Cavey · **Posted:** Jun Thu 11, 2009 1:06 pm

Great news Glenn...

el2050 · **Joined:** Jul Sun 05, 2009 5:15 pm **Posts:** 4

hi my name is fabian, i have the same problem but i just found the solution, now i have a new problem, the akai x-355 no eraser the tape but it record, i need the circuit diagram from eraser and record circuit, do you can help me? ()sorry for my bad english i am from argentina) thanks

Glenn B · **Posted:** Jul Thu 09, 2009 5:35 pm

Hi Fabian-
I just emailed them to you.
Good luck!

el2050 · **Joined:** Jul Sun 05, 2009 5:15 pm **Posts:** 4

thanks glenn i have the diagram, i m very happy my akai work very good, bye!

Glenn B · **Posted:** Jul Fri 10, 2009 12:14 pm

Eso es bueno!
Me gusta el mío porque ha incorporado en el amplificador incluido.
Ahora, si tan sólo pudiera encontrar el de 10 "bobina adaptadores para poder utilizar los grandes bobinas!
Encantados de ayudarle.

That's good!
I like mine because it has the built-in amplifier included.
Now if I could just find the 10" reel adapters so I can use the large reels!
Glad to help.

Don Cavey · **Posted:** Jul Fri 10, 2009 2:02 pm

Glenn B wrote:

....
Now if I could just find the 10" reel adapters so I can use the large reels!
Glad to help.

Glenn,

Since I have TEAC 10.5" machines, I know what you are saying. Check the auction sites from time to time. AKAI, Pioneer, Sony and TEAC/TASCAM NAB adapters do show up (for a reasonable price) from time to time...

Glenn B · **Posted:** Jul Fri 10, 2009 5:46 pm

Unfortunately this model uses outboard arms with oring drive belts to use 10" reels, so it's not just as simple as NAB hubs.
These kits are VERY scarce as well.

Don Cavey · **Posted:** Jul Fri 10, 2009 6:08 pm

Gee Glenn,

Sounds like time to search for a second 10.5" machine to compliment the one you have! My biggest problem is that I can't seem to let go of stuff... :cry:

el2050 · **Joined:** Jul Sun 05, 2009 5:15 pm **Posts:** 4

Glenn i hope you can find the 10 " reel adapter, i saw it in a photograph , good luck! Fabian.

Glenn B · **Posted:** Sep Sat 05, 2009 12:15 pm

This may be a dumb question, but how does the auto reverse work on this deck? I'm not even sure if this deck plays in reverse. Is it done with the dial between the reels?
I only have the service manual, not the owners/operators manual.
Anyone else own this deck?
Thanks

el2050 · **Joined:** Jul Sun 05, 2009 5:15 pm **Posts:** 4

Glenn, el dial que esta entre los reels (the dial between reels) no me funciona a mi tampoco (not function - no work) no se como se utiliza ( i dont not to use that accesories) perdon por mi ingles, no se hablar ni escribirlo bien ( sorry for my bad english i not speak english i not write english)

Glenn B · **Posted:** Sep Sun 06, 2009 1:41 pm

Thanks for the reply anyway.
I guess I'll buy an owners manual off EvilPay :evil:

radiorich · **Posted:** Sep Wed 09, 2009 7:18 am

Hello Glen,
This winter I have to work on my Roberts Akai reel to reel .
it's getting a complete over haul If I remember mines a model 770 or 771 forget now.
Sincerely Rich
P.S. I also have nice older Sony to

Tube Radio · **Posted:** Sep Mon 14, 2009 7:39 pm

Here's the manual in PDF format http://www.manuals-in-pdf.com/index.php ... +&x=16&y=8

Glenn B · **Posted:** Sep Tue 15, 2009 12:26 pm

Thanks, but that's service manual that I already purchased.
I'm really looking for the owners manual.

Tube Radio · **Posted:** Sep Wed 16, 2009 4:22 am

Oh ok. I got confused.

mksierra · **Joined:** Oct Thu 13, 2011 1:52 am **Posts:** 3

hi to all friends. sorry for my english, i from venezuela, i need help with the akai x355, buy one for 5 us $/ 30 BsF (VEN) aprox .. i try to restore but it have germanium transistor and lots of relay. dont find any service manual you can helpme please it look great and too heavy. i love the vintage era. this is my second try to restore and equipament.. my first is, akay x201d. silicio transistor, easy to restore amp. lots of caps and 2, 2sc458 phase caps y ready to next 20 years. jejeje thanks

radiotechnician · **Posted:** Oct Thu 13, 2011 6:23 am

Glenn B wrote:

This may be a dumb question, but how does the auto reverse work on this deck? I'm not even sure if this deck plays in reverse. Is it done with the dial between the reels?
I only have the service manual, not the owners/operators manual.
Anyone else own this deck?
Thanks

Here's my X-355 the unit plays fwd or reverse but only records L > R. The reverse-o-matic
works by letting you set the reverse point on the dials, so it will play between the two
setpoints allowing repeat of a section of or an entire tape. I might have the book somewhere.
If I find it. I'll let you know.

It also worked with a remote control box. The plug on back needs to be in or it wont play.
The remote plugged in there. If you think the X-355 is a pig, you should have seen the X-345.

Relay recorders are great fun. Once one of our bench techs set a Grundig TK820 on fire by using too much cleaning solvent. Customer was steamed because the top plastic trim slightly melted.

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mksierra · **Joined:** Oct Thu 13, 2011 1:52 am **Posts:** 3

I found this fat baby on web, I try to restore, need some service manual or owner manual to manipulate

anybody can help me?

mksierra · **Joined:** Oct Thu 13, 2011 1:52 am **Posts:** 3

Glenn B wrote:

This may be a dumb question, but how does the auto reverse work on this deck? I'm not even sure if this deck plays in reverse. Is it done with the dial between the reels?
I only have the service manual, not the owners/operators manual.
Anyone else own this deck?
Thanks

I on the system is reversible, it works with the dial between the reel in a pre-established. and push the button in the center of the dial. reverser auto sensor between the main wheel and the pin next to it, the metal tape makes a bridge between them and the auto reverse is activated. I hope I've helped. (google translate)

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