The AXIA DAT B is a blank DAT tape manufactured by KAO Corporation under the AXIA brand - the same Japanese manufacturer behind the highly regarded That's and Triad cassette tape lines. KAO's magnetic media division was operated by Taiyo Yuden, widely considered one of Japan's most technically advanced media manufacturers. Taiyo Yuden's manufacturing precision - the same expertise behind their legendary CD-R discs - was applied to DAT tape production, resulting in a tape known for consistent quality and reliable performance in both consumer and semi-professional applications.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer: KAO Corporation / Taiyo Yuden - Japan
Formulation: Metal particle - manufactured to Taiyo Yuden's precision media standards
Tape width: 3.81mm (4mm)
Recording modes: Compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz / 16-bit
Available lengths: 60 and 180 minutes
Who Is This Tape For
The AXIA DAT B is particularly appealing to collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate the Taiyo Yuden manufacturing pedigree - a company whose blank media consistently outperformed competitors in independent testing. A rare and collectible DAT tape from one of Japan's most respected media manufacturers. Note: the 180-minute length uses a thinner tape substrate and is best suited to well-maintained studio decks with consistent transport tension.
Condition
This tape is New Old Stock (NOS) - factory sealed, never recorded, in its original packaging.
