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    Akai 4000ds mkII pitch problem

    I have done some research on the net. Do you think using some of these products to improve the condition of pinch wheel is a good idea? PINCH ROLLER CLEANING SOLUTION FOR ALL ATHAN POLYURETHANE PRODUCTS 8oz (ATHAN) | eBay Lasermedia RC-5 Pinch Roller Cleaner Rejuvinator 8 Oz Can **SHIPS BY UPS...
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    Akai 4000ds mkII pitch problem

    By the way, the plastic part of the wheel is grippy, not that soft but grippy. I can feel it easly with my fingers.
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    Akai 4000ds mkII pitch problem

    Sorry, I couldnt understand what you mean in the second sentence, could you re-explain it to me in different words? You mean I should be able to stop it by pushing when it is turning with the capstan in play mode?
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    Akai 4000ds mkII pitch problem

    Thx for all the information garww and jpmorris. I didnt replace the belt. While cleaning it, I noticed it was a bit loose but in one piece. Now I defenitly suspect it. I ll change it. The pinch wheel looks still fine to me but if the problem persists, I ll change it too. I will share my...
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    Akai 4000ds mkII pitch problem

    Thx for your answer garww. There are two switches for electricity 50hz/60hz and 220v/110v. Do you have an idea what does the first one do? I didn't replace the pinch wheel but it seems to be ok. I cleaned it with water, didn't use isopropyl alchool. The plastic is hard but intacte and turns well...
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    Akai 4000ds mkII pitch problem

    Hello, I have recently brought my Akai 4000ds mkII from Montpellier to Istanbul, for using in my homestudio as I used to do in France. I have it since 6 years, with my portastudio 464 and I use them both in my homestudio to basicly get "tape effect" for some individual tracks in my multitrack...
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