AXIA GT-Ix (1989 JP) Cassette Tape

AXIA GT-Ix Cassette Description

Another hidden gem from  Axia.  This is the predecessor to the AU-Ix, one of our all time favorites and a serious contender for the prestigious Super Ferric  badge.

This is high fidelity at its best. Deep tight bass, crystal clear highs, and heart-melting mid range voices.  As all type I tapes, it produces slightly more hiss than type II and type IV, but we feel that it adds to the experience, not take away from it. If you disagree, just turn on Dolby NR...

This is the second generation GT series and provides an amazing value for money like many other Axia tapes.

The Ultimate Catalog of Audio Cassette Blank Tapes quotes the original Axia marketing text:

• "High dynamic range:  Adoption of newly developed magnetic material Beridox  GT TYPE I and SMIO technology achieve reduction  of noise level while increasing MOL. In addition, it has  excellent N.R. aptitude and is ideal for digital sources.
• Turbo response:  Reproduces sound with a sharp attack and a sense of speed.
• Full time digital drive, new HD mechanism:  Newly developed high polymer sigma half for heat resistance,  cold resistance, and vibration resistance.
  It has excellent vibration  damping and rigidity, and demonstrates the best sound quality  and running performance even in car audio, which has the  harshest sound field space."

The AXIA GT-Ix (1989 JP) is a high-quality, blank audio cassette tape designed for professional and enthusiast use. It is part of Axia's GT series, known for its exceptional sound reproduction and durability. This cassette tape is ideal for recording and playing back high-fidelity audio, offering a balanced sound with deep bass, crystal clear highs, and detailed mid-range voices.

AXIA GT-Ix Technical Specifications

• Type I Tape: Utilizes the newly developed magnetic material Beridox GT TYPE I and SMIO technology to reduce noise levels and increase magnetic oxide loading (MOL).
• Digital Drive: Equipped with a full-time digital drive mechanism for precise control over tape movement.
• HD Mechanism: Features a newly developed high polymer sigma half for enhanced heat resistance, cold resistance, and vibration resistance.
• Tape Width: Standard 3.8 mm width, with each mono track being 1.5 mm wide and each stereo channel being 0.6 mm wide with a 0.3 mm separation.

User Reviews

• Users have praised the AXIA GT-Ix for its excellent sound quality, noting that it reproduces sound with a sharp attack and a sense of speed. The cassette's ability to handle digital sources effectively has also been highlighted, making it ideal for various audio applications.

AXIA GT-Ix Key Features

• High Dynamic Range: Achieves reduction of noise levels while increasing MOL, making it suitable for digital sources.
• Turbo Response: Reproduces sound with a sharp attack and a sense of speed.
• Full-Time Digital Drive: Ensures precise control over tape movement.
• HD Mechanism: Provides excellent vibration damping and rigidity, ensuring the best sound quality and running performance.

Improvements Over Previous Generation

The AXIA GT-Ix is part of the second generation of the GT series, which includes improvements in the HD mechanism for enhanced heat resistance, cold resistance, and vibration resistance. This ensures that the cassette performs well even in harsh sound field environments, such as car audio systems.