The Akai GX-747-DBX is a reel-to-reel tape deck manufactured by Akai in the late 1970s. It is part of the GX series and features a 4-track, 2-channel design. The GX-747-DBX includes Dolby noise reduction and DBX noise reduction, providing improved audio quality. It has various playback speeds, including 7 1/2 and 15 ips (inches per second). The deck offers advanced tape handling features, such as auto reverse and auto tape selector. It is often favored by audio enthusiasts for its high fidelity sound reproduction and professional-grade features.