The Maxell XLII-S cassette tape, produced in Japan from 1988 to 1989, is a high-quality audio cassette designed for professional and enthusiast use. It features a double-coated shell with a Super Silent Phase Accuracy Mechanism, ensuring minimal noise and optimal playback performance.
Cassette Technical Specifications
Relative Sensitivity: +0.1 dB
THD @ Dolby Level: 0.92%
MOL400(1%): +0.3 dB
MOL400(3%): +4.4 dB
MOL1k(3%): +4.2 dB
SOL10k: -3.5 dB
Bias Noise: -53.9 dB, -58.0 dB(A)
Dynamic Range: 62.2 dB
Cassette Key Features
Super Silent Phase Accuracy Mechanism: Minimizes noise and ensures optimal playback performance.
Double-Coated Shell: Provides durability and resistance to wear.
Fine Epitaxial Magnetic Particles: Improves MOL by 1.5 dB at low frequencies and 5.5 dB at high frequencies.
Improvements Over Previous Generation
The Maxell XLII-S cassette tape offers improved compatibility parameters compared to earlier models, with a bias setting that is only slightly above the IEC Type II reference point, making it more compatible with various cassette decks. This cassette also features a redesigned shell with an oval shape and the name "Maxell" in red on top of the oval window, which was introduced for the North American market .
