No. 103187572

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Japan & Related - Audio cassette - 1985
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Japan & Related - Audio cassette - 1985

[The Story: The Golden Era of Japanese Audio] ​Own a piece of analog history. This premium collection features the legendary TDK MA and SONY Metal-ES—widely considered the "strongest" Metal (Type IV) tapes ever produced in Japan. These were precision-engineered instruments designed for audiophiles who demanded the absolute pinnacle of sound reproduction. To this day, the dynamic range and clarity of these metal formulations remain unsurpassed. ​[The Practical Edge: Strategic Lengths for Master Recordings] ​This bundle is uniquely curated with various lengths (42, 46, 64, 70, 90 min) that were strategically created by Japanese manufacturers to match specific recording needs: ​42 / 46 min: The absolute best for a standard Vinyl LP. Zero wasted tape, ensuring a high-quality master. ​64 / 70 min: Optimized for longer albums or high-fidelity CD recording. ​90 min: The definitive choice for extended masterpieces. ​[Technical Condition & Reliability - Fully Tested] ​Mechanical Performance: All tapes have been verified for Fast Forward (FF), Rewind (REW), and Playback. The reels turn smoothly and the mechanism is in great working order. ​Pristine Quality (No Mold): The tape surfaces and shells have been carefully inspected. There is no mold (mould) and no significant contamination. Please refer to the high-resolution photos to confirm the clean condition of the magnetic layers. ​Recording Status: These are pre-recorded vintage tapes. You can enjoy the existing analog recordings or overwrite them with your own audio. ​Write-Protect Tabs: Some tapes may have the write-protect tabs removed. However, you can easily re-record by simply covering the holes with adhesive tape, allowing you to harness the power of these high-grade metal particles for your new masters. ​[Item Details in this Bundle] ​TDK MA-90 & MA-42: Featuring the famous "Super Precision Anti-Resonance Mechanism." ​SONY Metal-ES (70 & 46 min): The top-tier of Sony’s metal line with high magnetic density. ​TDK CDing METAL (64 min): High-output formulation optimized for digital-to-analog recording.

No. 103187572

Sold
Japan & Related - Audio cassette - 1985

Japan & Related - Audio cassette - 1985

[The Story: The Golden Era of Japanese Audio]
​Own a piece of analog history. This premium collection features the legendary TDK MA and SONY Metal-ES—widely considered the "strongest" Metal (Type IV) tapes ever produced in Japan. These were precision-engineered instruments designed for audiophiles who demanded the absolute pinnacle of sound reproduction. To this day, the dynamic range and clarity of these metal formulations remain unsurpassed.
​[The Practical Edge: Strategic Lengths for Master Recordings]
​This bundle is uniquely curated with various lengths (42, 46, 64, 70, 90 min) that were strategically created by Japanese manufacturers to match specific recording needs:
​42 / 46 min: The absolute best for a standard Vinyl LP. Zero wasted tape, ensuring a high-quality master.
​64 / 70 min: Optimized for longer albums or high-fidelity CD recording.
​90 min: The definitive choice for extended masterpieces.
​[Technical Condition & Reliability - Fully Tested]
​Mechanical Performance: All tapes have been verified for Fast Forward (FF), Rewind (REW), and Playback. The reels turn smoothly and the mechanism is in great working order.
​Pristine Quality (No Mold): The tape surfaces and shells have been carefully inspected. There is no mold (mould) and no significant contamination. Please refer to the high-resolution photos to confirm the clean condition of the magnetic layers.
​Recording Status: These are pre-recorded vintage tapes. You can enjoy the existing analog recordings or overwrite them with your own audio.
​Write-Protect Tabs: Some tapes may have the write-protect tabs removed. However, you can easily re-record by simply covering the holes with adhesive tape, allowing you to harness the power of these high-grade metal particles for your new masters.
​[Item Details in this Bundle]
​TDK MA-90 & MA-42: Featuring the famous "Super Precision Anti-Resonance Mechanism."
​SONY Metal-ES (70 & 46 min): The top-tier of Sony’s metal line with high magnetic density.
​TDK CDing METAL (64 min): High-output formulation optimized for digital-to-analog recording.

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€ 25
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