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The most expensive music format (in the world). (Patreon)

Published:
2017-12-13 11:34:38
Edited:
2017-12-14 12:11:02
Imported:
2021-02

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This video explores reel to reel audio and I get to try out the current high end home version of this resilient format. 

Wow - how time flies, I had the idea of making this video in 2015, bought the machine I needed to turn this into a reality back in October 2016, and now here we are in December 2017 and it's finally finished. 

However now I've tried the best, I'm going to carry on searching out the rest.



P.S. As far as the Patreon fees issue goes, I'm still exploring options. 

P.P.S. - No I'm not - Patreon have changed their mind. It’s probably too late to get back the supporters I've lost, but hopefully it should keep the people who remain happy. I'm not planning on going anywhere else.

UPDATE - The full Stereo Demo tape from 1957 can now be downloaded from my website http://www.techmoan.com/blog/2017/12/14/is-reel-to-reel-the-new-vinyl.html

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The most expensive music format (in the world)

Is Reel to Reel the new Vinyl? Short answer: No. Long answer: It's complicated - Press Play. In this video I'll be playing pre-recorded tapes from 1957 & 2017 The first half concentrates on the history & background, and the second moves onto the current day and the most expensive pre-recorded music format available for the home. CHAPTERS 01:11 i) History - Explanation of the format 15:01 ii) Now - The ultimate in high-end analog music More Information/Links: The Tape Project (Tapes & Useful Information) http://tapeproject.com The Verge Article from 2015 https://www.theverge.com/2015/10/5/9409563/reel-to-reel-tape-retro-audio-trend United Home Audio (High end 15ips machines) http://www.unitedhomeproducts.com Horch House (Tapes) https://www.horchhouse.com Opus 3 Records (Tapes) http://www.opus3records.com Analogy Records (Tapes) http://www.analogyrecords.org What Hi-Fi article (quoted in the video) https://www.whathifi.com/features/holy-grail-vinyl-art-half-speed-mastering Clearly a short video like this can't hope to cover every possible aspect of the complete history of Reel to Reel from 1928 to 2017...for example it's missing facts like the first stereo tapes were recorded in Germany in the early 1940s, how the different thicknesses and formulations of tapes affect sound quality, and why tales-out storage of tapes is recommended. If you would like more information on reel to reel the following website is a great place to start: http://reel2reeltexas.com/index.html If you are shopping for a Reel to Reel machine on ebay - here's my affiliated link http://ebay.to/2j1afnA UPDATE: DUPLICATION PROCESS The company that I contacted have now answered my questions and clarified their duplication process. They borrow the master tape, make a copy (or more likely a number of identical parallel copies on a bank of tape machines)...they then use these copies as their master to run duplicates off that they sell to you. The original master is returned to the studio. -------------SUPPORT--------------- This channel can be supported through Patreon https://www.patreon.com/techmoan Patrons usually have early access to videos ---------------SUBSCRIBE------------------ http://www.youtube.com/user/Techmoan?sub_confirmation=1 ----------Outro Music----------- Over Time - Vibe Tracks https://youtu.be/VSSswVZSgJw ------Outro Sound Effect------ ThatSFXGuy - https://youtu.be/5M3-ZV5-QDM

Comments

Anonymous

I had no idea that reel to reel music sounded so clear and loud. My only experience with reel to reel players was 30 years ago in French class. Our French course material came with companion reel to reel tapes to practice in the classroom. After listening to that demo tape from the 50's you played for us I want to find a player for myself. My wife thanks you for getting me into another expensive hobby. 😇🤓😄

techmoan
>>9125912

I'm sure she does ;-) These machines have a habit of multiplying - I've got another one being delivered tomorrow. I have no idea yet whether it works or not. I may video in realtime the excitement/disappointment of finding out.

Anonymous

This video makes me want to get a reel to reel machine for myself. I can see the cost being too prohibitive though. The Mrs wasn't very impressed when I bought a $500 Sony TC-KA3ES cassette deck from Japan after watching your cassette video. Still, I've been having fun making mix tapes with Dolby S and metal cassettes, experiencing what I missed out on with cassettes in my youth. Oh and I had to buy the Guardians of the Galaxy soundtracks on cassette! <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/lvod0r1a0zor3kf/Sony%20TC-KA3ES.jpg?dl=0" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.dropbox.com/s/lvod0r1a0zor3kf/Sony%20TC-KA3ES.jpg?dl=0</a>

techmoan
>>9299575

It's hard to see a legitimate need to own a reel to reel machine. I use mine for things I do for the channel, but if I didn't have that then I'm quite sure I would never use them. The one in the lounge is really just there because I like the way it looks, just like someone might have a sculpture on display.