Crossfield-head system: The Crossfield-head system is the so-called bias of the Tape - as usual - on the record/playback head, but over a separate head (Bias Head), the opposite to the above-mentioned recording/playback head. This sound head arrangement enables signal modulation over the entire audio frequency spectrum without any impairment due to the premagnetization, as is the case with other sound head systems.
Magnetic brakes
Switchable equalization
Auto-stop and automatic shutdown
Vertical and horizontal operation possible
Excerpt from brochure: Akai Crossfield sound head system