Akai AT-2450 (1979–1980)
A Japanese-built FM/AM stereo tuner from the turn of the 1980s, noted for strong FM performance and serviceable modern usability with basic restoration.
Overview
The Akai AT-2450 is an FM/AM stereo tuner produced by Akai in Japan from 1979 to 1980. Marketed simply as a tuner, it was part of a small series that included the AT-2650. While documentation is sparse, surviving units show it was built with serviceability in mind—some technicians have reported replacing most internal capacitors during restoration. It features a silver and black front panel and was constructed during Akai’s late 1970s push into high-fidelity audio components. One technician described it as a "rather impressive tuner" after servicing, and an owner has noted it outperforms many modern tuners in sound quality, comparing it favorably to the Magnum Dynalab MD-90T.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Akai |
| Model | AT-2450 |
| Years of manufacture | 1979 - 1980 |
| Made in | Japan |
| Color | silver / black |
| Product type | FM/AM Stereo Tuner |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 440 x 144 x 368 mm |
| Weight | 7.3 kg |
| FM Frequency Range | 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz |
| FM Sensitivity (IHF) | 1.7 μV |
| FM Capture ratio | 1.2 dB |
| FM Selectivity (IHF) | More than 80 dB |
| FM S/N ratio | 70 dB |
| FM THD | 0.3% |
| FM Output | 650 mV |
| AM Frequency response | 520 kHz to 1605 kHz |
Market
One unit was listed for sale at $67.58 in working condition, with clear output on both AM and FM bands. Common issues include a failed open output level potentiometer and degraded capacitors—multiple capacitors have been found faulty in at least one restoration. Some owners have upgraded the unit’s LED indicators during servicing.
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