Pics of your Favorite Cassette Tapes

[Dazen1]

 

[Elite-ist]

Nice Daren! I have very few reel-style cassettes. I'll see if I can post a picture of one.

Nando.

 

[Elite-ist]

Teac Cobalt Reel-style Cassette

I found this one a few years back.

Nando.

 

[Miracle Mile]

This cassette turned out better:

Nando.

Some people were complaining about white powder coming off from the tapesurface of the CDing Metal versions......

White powder? Yeah!

 

[Elite-ist]

Miles: Only found in that particular series run of TDKs... from Mexico? I always check the back of the wrap to ensure the cassette disclaimer doesn't mention the use of TDK tape may cause:

*an increasing sense of energy and alertness
*an extremely elevated mood
*a feeling of supremacy

Those symptoms only occur after I've recorded onto the blank.

Nando.

 

[Dazen1]

Looking good. Perfect for showcasing cassette decks.

Sealed or unsealed - those Teac tapes are desired by enthusiasts all over the world.

I still have the one that you (kindly) sent me.

 

[Miracle Mile]

Miles: Only found in that particular series run of TDKs... from Mexico? I always check the back of the wrap to ensure the cassette disclaimer doesn't mention the use of TDK tape may cause:

*an increasing sense of energy and alertness
*an extremely elevated mood
*a feeling of supremacy

Those symptoms only occur after I've recorded onto the blank.

Nando.

Well, it isn't obvious those TDK metals are from Columbia......

 

[Elite-ist]

Thanks Daren. As we all know, the tape itself is average-grade for recording. I have another exclusive reel-style cassette gifted to me by Gordon of Innovative Audio on a trip he had early this year to California. I will post pictures of it later.

Nando.

 

[Dazen1]

Thanks Daren. As we all know, the tape itself is average-grade for recording. I have another exclusive reel-style cassette gifted to me by Gordon of Innovative Audio on a trip he had early this year to California. I will post pictures of it later.

Nando.

In this case, it doesn't really matter if the tape is mediocre. Like the TDK MA-R (and others), it is an iconic cassette.

Keep the photos coming Nando. I have loads more to add.

 

[derek92994]

Have you tried any super ferrics at all?

I have tried TDK AR and AR-X with great results, wish I had more of them. Basf Ferro Maximas are ok but have more hiss to them.

 

[Dazen1]

I have tried TDK AR and AR-X with great results, wish I had more of them. Basf Ferro Maximas are ok but have more hiss to them.

The AR is one of the great ferrics.

Look out for the XLI-S and UDI from Maxell. The TX & FX from That's are also highly recommended but quite scarce.

Given the choice, I'd opt for super-ferrics over (most) metals every time.

 

[Elite-ist]

Remember this, Daren? A gift package I received from you after the TDK MA-R mix tape I did for you.

Nando.

 

[Dazen1]

Remember this, Daren? A gift package I received from you after the TDK MA-R mix tape I did for you.

Nando.

Yes!

Clearly the TDK tapes are the best of the bunch but I really like that Memorex because of the coloured reels! I think that was a pretty fair trade Nando. Getting a mix tape on a MA-R was very special.

That image brings back good memories of my time trading mixes over at the other place.

 

[Elite-ist]

Daren: I hope to institute the same level of camaraderie with mix tape exchanges here on Phoenix. I think, if you have the equipment, it's better to use it than lose it.

I am considering offering another TDK MA-R mix tape for another very proficient mix tape enthusiast on Phoenix. This has been my most productive year for mix tape exchanges, so far - I'm going to guess no fewer than twenty, thus far - maybe hit 30 by the end of the year.

Here's another excellent batch sent by yours and my most generous friend, Vincenzo:

Nando.

 

[VintageShadow]

Oh yes Nando, you're so right about Vince and he's a generous friend and a genuine lover of this hobby, i do have as well from him a THATS FX and also the ECP from BASF loaded in those coloured shell which produce some very nice sounding recordings for a typeI tape

 

[Elite-ist]

Oh yes Nando, you're so right about Vince and he's a generous friend and a genuine lover of this hobby, i do have as well from him a THATS FX and also the ECP from BASF loaded in those coloured shell which produce some very nice sounding recordings for a typeI tape

Right about that, Sep: generous guy and knows his tapes. And here is his classic release which a few of us enjoyed:

Nando.

 

[Dazen1]

Daren: I hope to institute the same level of camaraderie with mix tape exchanges here on Phoenix. I think, if you have the equipment, it's better to use it than lose it.

I am considering offering another TDK MA-R mix tape for another very proficient mix tape enthusiast on Phoenix. This has been my most productive year for mix tape exchanges, so far - I'm going to guess no fewer than twenty, thus far - maybe hit 30 by the end of the year.

I am not alone in admiring your enthusiasm and dedication Nando.

We all know how committed you have to be when embarking on projects like these. The time and effort (& postage costs) that go into producing and shipping mix tapes across the globe is not something that should be underestimated.

I can see that there is a strong community of like-minded individuals at Phoenix already. Maybe I'll get involved again myself; until then I am more than content just watching you guys have fun.

Whoever gets the MA-R is in for a treat!

 

[VintageShadow]

Oh yes Nando, i do have several RATS tapes from Vince and he enchanted me with his musical style, also i do have my green tape from him as well very nice recorded with L.P.D. Legendary Pink Dots, i love this tape so much

 

[Miracle Mile]

I am not alone in admiring your enthusiasm and dedication Nando.

Let's not forget: Nando was the guy who inspired me to pick up taping again.

We all know how committed you have to be when embarking on projects like these. The time and effort (& postage costs) that go into producing and shipping mix tapes across the globe is not something that should be underestimated.

These sentences could be mine Daren, but thank you for spoken them.

 

[Dazen1]