AXIA PS-IIx (1991 JP) Cassette Tape

AXIA PS-IIx Cassette Description

This tape is one of our top choices for a high-midrange type II. This is the second generation of the PS-x series that became known for providing superb quality and even better value for money.

The Ultimate Catalog of Audio Compact Cassette Blank Tapes quotes Axia's marketing text for this tape (translated from Japanese...) which is spot on:

"Deep and dense mid and low frequencies:  Medium and especially digital sources, which contain the most vocal and instrumental sounds, contain a lot of sound energy components. The PS-IIx is compatible with digital sources by increasing the mid-low frequency MOL by 0.5 dB (compared to the PS-IIs). The PS-IIx expresses the mid-low range more richly.

High-level Takao MOL:  The mid- and high-frequency range contains the sound component that determines the color of the sound. The PS-IIx has high Takao MOL, which captures all overtone components and even the reverberations are beautiful.

Noise reduction:  The noise reduction function is fully utilized by optimizing the tape and minimizing level movement while maintaining high MOL and low noise.

Taping:  Designed for high sensitivity and extremely little degradation of sound quality due to a reduction in high output or changes in frequency bandwidth after taping.
Beautiful sound  When the twin-crystal high-polymer half-half is beautiful, the sound is also beautiful. Of course, the half halves have excellent resistance to heat, cold and vibration damping. Together with the mechanism of the running system, noise is kept to an absolute minimum."

The AXIA PS-IIx (1991 JP) is a high-quality blank audio cassette tape designed for optimal sound reproduction. It is part of the PS-x series, known for its superior performance and value for money. This tape is particularly suited for digital sources, capturing the mid-low frequency range more richly and enhancing the overall sound quality.

AXIA PS-IIx Technical Specifications

• Relative Sensitivity: +0.9 dB
• THD @ Dolby Level: 0.80%
• MOL400(1%): +0.9 dB
• MOL400(3%): +4.5 dB
• MOL1k(3%): +5.2 dB
• SOL10k: -3.5 dB
• Bias Noise: -55.0 dB, -59.4 dB(A)
• Dynamic Range: 63.9 dB

User Reviews

The AXIA PS-IIx has received positive reviews for its ability to capture deep and dense mid and low frequencies, making it suitable for digital sources. Users appreciate the high Takao MOL, which enhances the sound's color and captures overtone components beautifully.

AXIA PS-IIx Key Features

1. High Sensitivity: Designed for high sensitivity to ensure minimal degradation of sound quality.
2. Noise Reduction: Optimized to minimize level movement and maintain high MOL while reducing noise.
3. Twin-Crystal High-Polymer Half-Half: Provides excellent resistance to heat, cold, and vibration damping, contributing to minimal noise during playback.
4. Beautiful Sound: The combination of the twin-crystal high-polymer half-half and the running system mechanism ensures that the sound is clear and noise-free.

Improvements over Previous Generation

The AXIA PS-IIx improves upon the PS-IIs by increasing the mid-low frequency MOL by 0.5 dB, making it more compatible with digital sources and expressing the mid-low range more richly.