The Akai HX-A 3 is a cassette deck released in 1985, made in Japan. It features a sleek design with dimensions of 440 x 104 x 285 mm and weighs approximately 4.1 kg. The device operates using a synchronous motor and boasts two sound heads. It is capable of handling a variety of tape types and offers a frequency response ranging from 20Hz to 18kHz when using metal tapes. The HX-A 3 includes an auto reverse function, allowing for convenient playback without needing to manually flip the tape. The device has an input sensitivity of 70mV for line inputs and 2.5mV for microphone inputs, and it supports headphones as outputs. The signal-to-noise ratio is rated at 74dB with Dolby C noise reduction, and it maintains a low distortion factor of 0.7%. The device also features a number of audio enhancements such as Dolby B and C options, along with a multiplexer filter. This model is part of Akai's series of audio equipment, reflecting the audio technology of its time.
