Akai am-93 cleaning - the best amplifier I ever had - incredible sound.

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @sti3
    @sti3 3 года назад +2

    Just did the same for mine. The sound and memories of my dad (who handed it down to me) are bringing tears to my eyes.

    • @sti3
      @sti3 3 года назад

      Any tips on how to do this with the bottom row of switches? My "rec selector" is giving me issues.

  • @RolfNoot
    @RolfNoot 2 года назад +3

    I just bought an AM-95 of off EBay for 345 Euros from Germany! It was an little hidden auction and I am so happy. Until it came today to The Netherlands. The amp was badly packed and really damaged on the edges and the selector pcb was cracked all the way over. I am currently repairing and it’s a delicate work. If it wasn’t treated bad it was near mint, so sad.
    But anyway, can’t wait to hook it to my Maggies!

    • @brucetungsten5714
      @brucetungsten5714 Год назад

      Similar thing happend to a Pioneer A-676 that I bought on the cheap - people are such asshats.

  • @kronossonork6994
    @kronossonork6994 6 лет назад +5

    My dad had an early 90s Akai amp and to this day I've never heard anything better. I can't recall the model no. but it wasn't a huge monster thing, it wasn't a slim feeble thing either, it was a 80w but my God did it had some serious thrust and detail to boot. I suppose it was on par with Sansui or Musical Fidelity.

  • @lindseyFox-go5ss
    @lindseyFox-go5ss Год назад +1

    Hello! Could you please tell me in akai am-93 you can disconnect the digital board(dac) by disconnecting the two connectors from it?! Is this not going to have any consequences?

  • @dxhighendamplifiers
    @dxhighendamplifiers 8 лет назад +4

    Electronics circuit is a true high end... for sure the sound is awesome

  • @sorinmorogan1983
    @sorinmorogan1983 Год назад

    Hello........what is your opinion about Pioneer A717 Mark 2 ??
    Thank you very much.

  • @vladimirtanov
    @vladimirtanov Год назад

    I bought two of these. AM-95 and AM-93. The second had issue with the DAC power regulator, so I fixed it. What cleaner spray did you use for yours? I used CRC and after a while the switches are problematic again.

  • @brucetungsten5714
    @brucetungsten5714 Год назад +1

    Beautiful amp!
    Even the smaller ones do sound full and powerful.
    I once bought an AM-49 and it sounds better than the Yamaha AX-570 - it's, in my opinion, less harsh & metallic.

  • @jmcgatkinson
    @jmcgatkinson 8 лет назад

    I have an Akai AM UO3 stereo amplifier, and only seen one in operation on YT. It has external links to connect directly to the main power stage, and it works very well. Like yours though, the input switches and tone controls need the 'clean up'.. Over many years (mine was a 1980 build), old lubricant, oxidation of contacts, and solder flux affects their operation...

  • @nithikrishi46
    @nithikrishi46 4 года назад

    I have an akai stereo but not used for more than 12 years can u help me out to restore it

  • @jo15518
    @jo15518 8 лет назад

    hi....how do I get to the volume controls on a pioneer 1250sx as its noisy (crackly)..is it easier to access and clean from underneath the unit...?...thanks.

  • @mmmbbq
    @mmmbbq 7 лет назад +2

    I got a nice AM-32 from a Goodwill here in the USA for $25 and I have to say, it is pretty damn good. Only had it a few days so really haven't put it through much. But yes, like you say, the bass is very good. Can't wait to really sit back and see how it "sounds" compared to my Mac receiver.

    • @venturarodriguezvallejo1567
      @venturarodriguezvallejo1567 5 лет назад +1

      It strongly depends on the state and condition of the Mac receiver.
      If they're in good shape, the Akai will bite the dust miserably, I'm affraid.
      Those machines play in very different leagues.

  • @GREENTICKETRO
    @GREENTICKETRO 4 года назад

    This is the only way to clean the pots?

  • @craigdavidson2278
    @craigdavidson2278 Год назад

    Just purchased AM73, to replace my Onkyo A8190…..what are your thought on either amplifier?

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  Год назад +1

      I really don't know, if it was the am93(i know) it would be a step forward. Not sure how the 73 sound

  • @davemeerts5301
    @davemeerts5301 3 года назад +1

    Heb een am 69 op de kop kunnen tikken voor €65 ...direct source en select knop waren smerig (geluid viel af en toe weg op een kanaal) knoppen gereinigd en klinkt als een Zwitsers klokje.... volgende jacht wordt deze!! Hou je gezond en mazzel!!

  • @146fitz
    @146fitz 8 лет назад +2

    Sounds great ,think i might have an AM95 on the way.Is it safe to clean the switches with silicone spray ?.

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад

      wow, please let me know what your conclusion is

  • @milanbogovac
    @milanbogovac 2 года назад

    Hello Andrew. Nice video and amplifier. I'm planning on buying Sansui Au-X911DG but this model got me curious. I saw you have video with 911DG. Which one is better sounding amplifier in your opinion - Sansui AU-X911DG or Akai AM-93? Thank

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  2 года назад +1

      Very hard choice. Both very nice sounding.

    • @milanbogovac
      @milanbogovac 2 года назад

      @@vintagestereo Thanks. I'm a Sansui guy. I also have CD-X711 and TU-X711 so probably Au-X911DG will be my choice

    • @milanbogovac
      @milanbogovac 2 года назад +1

      @@vintagestereo I bought AU-X911DG in like new factory condition with remote control, users manual and even box

  • @SacreDro
    @SacreDro 4 года назад

    What about the Akai AM3000?

  • @manne3d
    @manne3d 8 лет назад +1

    wow, nice amp! looking forward to the blind test...maybe i get a reason to switch my sony 333esx. mine seems to get really hot...its this normal or do you think i need to set the bias?

  • @jimbasler1054
    @jimbasler1054 7 лет назад

    I very seldom see Akai stereo receivers or any other sound equipment in the U.S.for that matter. Are they made in Japan?

  • @DkNextGenGaming
    @DkNextGenGaming 4 года назад

    Just bought the AM-73 for 14£... Hoping i can make it work smoothly!

  • @forward876
    @forward876 4 года назад

    Hello Andrew, so I follow your advice and I just scored a Akai am73. It should be here in Jamaica a few weeks, I’ll let you know. My Marantz sr8002 (preamp bypassed with modified BK Reference 30 or 50) just died a few moths ago. We will see if this Akai can match the Marantz ok.

    • @craigdavidson2278
      @craigdavidson2278 Год назад

      How does it sound? I just purchased one in concourse condition…..,to replace my Onkyo A8190. Hope it is good.

  • @TMac473
    @TMac473 8 лет назад +2

    Nice find Andrew! There's a little brother to this amp- am-52 I might give a try. Looks good!

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад +1

      I have here the am-27, the 52 and the 57, have to review them soon.

    • @TMac473
      @TMac473 8 лет назад

      You're a lucky man.

    • @iris3186
      @iris3186 8 лет назад

      +vintage stereo please do A27 review first

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад

      iris you have that amp?

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад

      I have other movies already filmed, only have to edit them and upload but for you I will do the am-27, next week Friday online...

  • @146fitz
    @146fitz 8 лет назад

    I have agreed to buy it should arrive next week .my present amp is Primare A30 1.i will compare and let you know.I decided to look for the Akai after i saw your video.

  • @rickven3579
    @rickven3579 7 лет назад

    mine AM-73 have also dropouts switch, witch cleaning spray do you use ? and for how long will it stay good ? great review Andrew thank U

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  7 лет назад +1

      i use elecro contact spray from the brand skandia, buy these online from the dutch firm argadi but i believe there are also shops selling this brand. I had several other brands before but this brand give me the best results and the price is good. I saw that you have ore had a sony 808! I think this akai series sound better as the sony es series, do you agree with me ore do you have another opinion?

    • @rickven3579
      @rickven3579 7 лет назад

      I use recently KONTAKT-61, its better now, but when its come back i go to the professional

  • @louisdefunes8952
    @louisdefunes8952 8 лет назад

    Hallo Andrew, de knoppen lijken erg op die van de Denon PMA 700V,die ik ook heb.
    Klinkt inderdaad erg mooi en warm (de Denon en Sansui AU-719 ook trouwens)

  • @Jacksonlee33
    @Jacksonlee33 8 лет назад

    Hi... i have the same Model Akai AM93 bought it last week... Is it any good? some issues with the right channel output.. i hope it sounds goog... which speakers you recommend for this?

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад

      they are the best, just clean the switches, i had the same problem. not sure wich speakers, bought canton karat 709 dc yesterday but didn't test it yet. How much you paid?

    • @Jacksonlee33
      @Jacksonlee33 8 лет назад

      i am in Duabi.. i got it for $100.. The guy who sold he told akai were not that great so he didn't even try it..he told me akai didnt mae good amps..after seeing you video and considering your experience i think i did great...wht spray did u use to clean the pots?

    • @Jacksonlee33
      @Jacksonlee33 8 лет назад

      i am also lloking for a vintage high end CD player.. was thinking about SONY XA7ES.. what u suggest

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад

      it doesn't matter, just buy contact spray. try the spray on your hand first. if it let a sticky substance its not good. good contact spray you can buy every where, don't know the brands you have there. 100$ is a big joke People who say akai didn't made good amps don't know nothing, The sound of this amps is so good that it can compete with high end. Not sure which cd is good, try to find a cd player from the same akai series. The sony you mentioned is good

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад

      don't use wd 40 to clean the switches and potmeters, only use dedicated contact electro spray.

  • @hadiak1
    @hadiak1 8 лет назад

    Nice review Andrew. Does am-93 beat am-2850 in sound quality?

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад +1

      i am not 100% sure, it's 2 years back but it is less warmer but more detailed.

  • @lorindamikaela
    @lorindamikaela 8 лет назад +1

    I own AM-939 which doesn't sound that nice, not enough bass and too much treble but this model sounds beautiful. Nice review and this model is very rare, I think you should keep this as it will be hard to replace. Nice find Andrew. Akai is slowly moving up the ladder in the vintage audio world thanks to you. I own a Luxman R-1120 and my Akai sounds better. Cheers from Australia.

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад

      I kept the tuner and amp but sold the cd player. The guy was not very disappointed because he bought 8 other rare things from me including the sansui g-901db. It's now almost a week this things play for me in the living room and i enjoy every minute from it when my favorite tuner station is on. I bought the complete set for 150, sold the cd player for 165 so have the tuner and amp for free. I almost sold the set for 600 but after good thinking I knew it would be hard to find again. I also didn't had 1 amp to replace it, tested 6 amps that day hoping one of them would come close so i could sell it for 600...happy that i didn't sold it.

    • @lorindamikaela
      @lorindamikaela 8 лет назад +1

      Glad you kept the amp and tuner, you will enjoy it for many years to come. One day I might find the same model to hook up to my IMF-RSPM speakers. Keep posting reviews I enjoy watching them very much just like a lot of other fans around the world. Cheers.

  • @iris3186
    @iris3186 6 лет назад

    Is this amp better sounding than Akai AA 1175 ?

  • @tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120
    @tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120 5 лет назад

    I thought the onkyo integra M504 was your favorite amp ever

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  5 лет назад +1

      for the looks the m504 wins yes , for the sound sansui g-901db and accuphase e-202 on first place, second akai am-93 but the akai is second hand much cheaper, third onkyo m504. When you have a budget from 500 the akai wins, the onkyo is togheter with the pre amp a bit more expensive, the e-202 is about 1000euro and the sansui is between 1200 and 1500 euro...but i didn't test all amps so I am sure that in the future there will be some more amps in that top 3

    • @tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120
      @tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120 5 лет назад +1

      @@vintagestereo got mine for 175.00 US in almost perfect condtion i went ahead and replaced caps and transitors it was a tuff job on amp i have preamp torn down from cleaning and going to replace caps only in pre amp Nichicons i have about 12 hours of hard work in the m504 but it sounds amazing now i hooked up my new 800.00 Pioneer elite SXn30 Hi-Res network reciever to m504 The pioneer elite has 2 full range preouts and 2 subwoofer preouts and an awesome built in Dac best class AB reciever i have owned in 31 years so clean and lots of bass even in direct mode and they sale for under 350.00 US now refurbished its a true gem at 100watts low distrotion wifi/Bt streamer all gold inner connects all Nichicon caps and Toshiba's output transitors its a great time to be into hifi

  • @PindaPandaNL
    @PindaPandaNL 8 лет назад

    Ook vaak met Sony receivers/versterkers.

  • @Linnjazzy-93
    @Linnjazzy-93 8 лет назад

    akai or sansui or revox ?

  • @mistermarcel22
    @mistermarcel22 6 лет назад

    The Akai am u 61 is also a verrygood amp

  • @blc6794
    @blc6794 8 лет назад +2

    .sound is awesome beautiful amp.

  • @Bestforthebuck
    @Bestforthebuck 4 года назад

    Andrew thank you for your good thinking and honest review! I am twisting my mind about getting a AM-95. Will I make a mistake or should I go for it? I wanna hear your opinion since many people say it sounds hard not soft, but I do not believe them...I feel this is a good one. Please tell me what do you think. Dank je wel

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  4 года назад

      if you can find one for a good price I would go for it, where are you based?

  • @YPO6
    @YPO6 8 лет назад

    I almost bought Am-93 back in the day, instead I bought Onkyo integra a807.

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад

      probably because onkyo had the better name in higher quality.....like most people thought and would have made the same mistake

    • @YPO6
      @YPO6 8 лет назад

      vintage stereo Yes, here in Finland Akai was *mostly known* for their cheaper stereo systems, kitchen radios, boom boxes etc, and excellent vhs recorders. It was very well known brand among musicians for their pro equipment.

  • @myindiaisgreat2238
    @myindiaisgreat2238 5 лет назад

    We want more video like this.

  • @liljibi
    @liljibi 8 лет назад +1

    love aka I so good for price

  • @ariegt
    @ariegt 8 лет назад +1

    please use contact spray only as your last choice , dust will only stick more and more after use. First try compressed air , it will do the trick a lot better.,, I sure don't want to buy this dreadfull sprayed up akai, ;(

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад +1

      compressed air never do the job, i tried it often. i only use compressed air after i used the contact spray to get rid of the residue what stayed behind.

    • @ariegt
      @ariegt 8 лет назад +1

      use a real compressor wiith 8bar at least , for me it does this job perfectly for years and years @ lots of different amps and recievers + also volume / balance / bass / treble pots. You don't get rid of dust with this spray , the dust moves easely because it is lubricant . After it is dried up the dust problem is there again with even more dust problems becauae it is sticky. Spray is a No Go , easy but very bad solution

    • @ariegt
      @ariegt 7 лет назад

      if you need this , dust has already "'build" up. Just try take it away first.
      but i guess you only spray with glassex on dusty windows too.. ;)

  • @Synthematix
    @Synthematix 7 лет назад

    I love my SONY TA-636

  • @liljibi
    @liljibi 8 лет назад

    Andrew I will post a yellow video to you tonight show you some of my enterprise I built

  • @jackoliva5740
    @jackoliva5740 8 лет назад +1

    wow nice amp

  • @mrwolfanalogue4655
    @mrwolfanalogue4655 8 лет назад

    !!!

    • @vintagestereo
      @vintagestereo  8 лет назад

      you know how much i love analog vintage but this amp is better as the am-2850 an 2950

  • @thomasschafer7268
    @thomasschafer7268 2 года назад +1

    My am69 plans like his first day.1992 for 800DM.😄😄😄