Maxell MX (1982-1983 US-JP)
Maxell MX (1982-1983 US-JP)
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Maxell MX (1982-1983 US-JP)
Cassette Description
The Maxell MX cassette tape, produced from 1982 to 1983 in both the US and Japan, is a high-quality audio cassette designed for professional and personal use. This cassette tape features a polyester-type plastic film with a magnetic coating, ensuring reliable and consistent audio performance. It is part of the Type IV metal cassette series, which includes notches on the cassette shell for automatic tape type detection by cassette decks.
Cassette Technical Specifications
- Tape Type: Type IV metal cassette
- Tape Length: C46 (30 minutes per side)
- Magnetic Material: New SP (Stabilized Pure) metal particles
- Bias Noise: -52.5 dB(A)
- Dynamic Range: 62.5 dB
- Frequency Response: Optimized for high-frequency response and low noise
- Compatibility: Compatible with metal-compatible cassette decks and can be played back in the high (CrO2) position with non-metal compatible decks
User Reviews
User reviews highlight the Maxell MX's impressive performance. One user noted that the tape provided "no hiss (that I could detect)" and was astonished by the quality of the recording, comparing it to an LP . Another review praised the tape's low noise and high output levels, making it suitable for mastering music productions .
Cassette Key Features
- High Dynamic Range: The Maxell MX boasts a dynamic range of 62.5 dB, ensuring clear and detailed audio reproduction.
- Low Noise: The use of New SP metal particles reduces noise levels, providing a cleaner sound.
- Wide Bias Latitude: The cassette ensures optimum performance with any metal-compatible cassette deck.
- Phase Accuracy: The PA (Phase Accuracy) cassette shell virtually eliminates phase differences, delivering an exact sound image.
Improvements Over Previous Generation
The Maxell MX cassette tape represents an improvement over previous generations due to its enhanced magnetic material and design. The New SP metal particles used in the MX series offer higher resistance to oxidation, maintaining performance over time. Additionally, the inclusion of notches on the cassette shell for automatic tape type detection enhances compatibility with newer cassette decks .
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