Akai AP-Q310 Quartz Direct Drive Turntable - Serviced & Tested

​Up for sale is a classic early-1980s Akai AP-Q310 fully automatic direct-drive turntable. Featuring a quartz-locked direct-drive system, this deck delivers rock-solid speed stability without the maintenance hassle of drive belts.

​Condition & Recent Service

​This unit has been recently serviced to ensure reliable, plug-and-play operation:

​Mechanism Overhauled: Old hardened factory grease was thoroughly cleaned from the internal automatic gear linkage and replaced with fresh synthetic lubricant.

​Cueing System Serviced: Cueing dampening fluid was replenished so the tonearm lowers smoothly and safely onto record grooves.

​Speed & Contacts Cleaned: Speed selector switches and internal pots were cleaned with DeoxIT to eliminate static and ensure flawless quartz speed lock at both 33 1/3 and 45 RPM.

​Tested & Calibrated: Fully bench-tested across multiple records. Auto-start, auto-return, and auto-stop functions engage cleanly and smoothly.

​Key Features

​Quartz-Lock Direct Drive: Brushless DC motor holds precise speed automatically—no pitch adjustment required.

​Fully Automatic Operation: Start, stop, and auto-return functions allow hands-free operation from front-panel controls.

​Low-Mass Straight Tonearm: Designed for excellent tracking stability and minimal warp sensitivity.

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Listed5 days ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • AP-Q310
Finish
  • Aluminum Gray
Categories
Year
  • Early 80's
Made In
  • Japan

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