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    Is the AKAI MG1212 and 1214 worth buying today?

    Have you confirmed that it is getting power?
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    Is the AKAI MG1212 and 1214 worth buying today?

    You could always ask him. He can only say no at the worst or you could pay him for his time and ask him anything you like.
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    Is the AKAI MG1212 and 1214 worth buying today?

    Wow. Your going to a lot of trouble and very patient. What is your end goal? Are you just enjoying the process of discovering how it all works and are you planning to record on it? Dave from VST is an amazing resource. I have asked him many technical questions regarding different things to do...
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    Akai MG 1212,1214 and 14D Tape transfers

    Hi anamorhpic. Thank you. Was a pleasure transferring these recordings. Yes it initially was a hassle with customs even though many people have sent tapes from all over the world but yours got checked because of the value written on your form. Customs thought I was buying your tapes but they...
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    Is the AKAI MG1212 and 1214 worth buying today?

    Hi Rob. Very impressed with your tenacity and patience. I also have about 4 machines and parts. Currently I have the Akai mg1214 installed in our studio with a digital mixer along side. Also the Akai mg14d in a rack near our patchbay with remote.
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    Is the AKAI MG1212 and 1214 worth buying today?

    Can you re bend and just re lube?
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    Is the AKAI MG1212 and 1214 worth buying today?

    late reply but I do Akai mg tape transfers. Cheers
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    Hi Everyone. Just to say thanks for all the people getting tape transfers done. I'ts always...

    Hi Everyone. Just to say thanks for all the people getting tape transfers done. I'ts always amazing hearing the music come back to life and converting to WAV files for a new mix.
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    Hi Max7. Yes I am still doing transfers. I know this is a late reply but most people email me...

    Hi Max7. Yes I am still doing transfers. I know this is a late reply but most people email me through my profile on this forum.
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    Akai MG 1212,1214 and 14D Tape transfers

    Yes I am. just email me tpaudio@protonmail.com .Cheers
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    Akai MG 1212,1214 and 14D Tape transfers

    Yes. I am doing quite a few from all over the world.
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    Another Akai MG1212.......

    Hi Dreverb Congratulations on picking up an Akai MG1214. You will no doubt get other people saying it is a waste of time but if you love the idea of tape this is a great machine provided....... - you are prepared to work on the electronics and mechanicals of this mixer recorder or are able to...
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    Any Akai MG1212 Units Still Functioning?

    Hi Steenamaroo Thanks for your attention to detail. Cheers.
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    Any Akai MG1212 Units Still Functioning?

    What would be an example of a discreet info/link? Thank you
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    Any Akai MG1212 Units Still Functioning?

    Hi Steenamaroo I didn't realize that. Thanks. It seems it's hard to find someone to do the transfers but I can do them rather than the tapes just fall into history without be able to extract the tracks to bring into a DAW. Any suggestions as to how I can advertise this? Thanks Again
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    Any Akai MG1212 Units Still Functioning?

    Hi Jim Just shoot me an email. I can sort it for you.
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    Akai MG 1212,1214 and 14D Tape transfers

    Hi Everyone. I am now offering tape transfers for the Akai MG1212, Akai MG1214 and the Akai MG14D. They all use the same tape(1/2") I have all three machines in great working order. You can post me your tape and I will convert into a 24bit WAV files. First I demagnetize and clean all...
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    Another Akai MG1212.......

    Hi Stephxi Here is the module(kit form) for each channel JLM Audio Shop Joe told me he gets his switches custom made and are very high quality with gold connectors. Also a 48volt supply is need to supply 48v to the individual modules. It is possible to drill the holes on the back Akai and...
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    Another Akai MG1212.......

    That's a great deal sweetbeats! I'm actually looking for a 1214 model but obviously here in Australia. I decided to take my 1214 out of the studio and replaced it with my other 1212 which is in excellent condition. I am going to completly overhaul the 1214 and have organized with JLM audio here...
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    Another Akai MG1212.......

    I doubt Akai in France would supply parts for a 30 year old product. Not many company's would do that :-)
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