Maxell Sound (1999 JP)

1. Cassette Description:

The Maxell Sound (1999 JP) is a Type I normal bias audio cassette tape designed for general-purpose recording and playback. This Japanese market product represents one of Maxell's final cassette offerings before the format's decline in popularity.

2. Cassette Technical Specifications:

• Type: I (Normal Bias)
• Relative sensitivity: Approximately -0.2dB (estimated)
• THD @ Dolby level: Around 0.3% (estimated)
• MOL400(3%): Approximately +5.0dB (estimated)
• SOL10k: Around -0.7dB (estimated)
• Bias noise: Approximately -49dB, -52dB(A) (estimated)
• Dynamic range: Around 57dB (estimated)

3. User Reviews:

Limited user reviews are available for this specific model. However, Maxell tapes from this era are generally regarded as reliable and offer good performance for their price point.

4. Cassette Key Features:

• Consistent tape formulation for reliable recording
• Compatible with a wide range of tape decks
• Suitable for voice and music recording
• Durable cassette shell construction
• Made in Japan
  

5. Improvements over Previous Generation:

Specific improvements over previous generations are not clearly documented. However, as one of Maxell's last cassette offerings in Japan, it likely maintained the company's standards for quality and performance established in earlier models.