The Maxell XLII-S (1991-1992 US) is a Type II high-bias audio cassette tape designed for superior recording and playback performance. This premium blank tape features Maxell's Black Magnetite formulation, offering enhanced sound quality for various recording applications.
Technical Specifications:
Type: II (High Bias)
Length: 100 minutes (50 minutes per side)
Relative sensitivity: +0.6dB
THD @ Dolby level: 0.39%
MOL400(3%): +6.5dB
MOL1k(3%): +6.4dB
SOL10k: -2.7dB
Bias noise: -54.1dB, -58.3dB(A)
Dynamic range: 64.8dB
Key Features:
Black Magnetite magnetic particle formulation
Low noise and high output levels
Durable cassette shell construction
Compatible with a wide range of tape decks
Suitable for recording from analog and digital sources
Improvements:
The 1991-1992 US version of Maxell XLII-S offers significant improvements over its predecessors. It features lower THD at Dolby level, higher MOL, improved SOL, and better dynamic range compared to the 1988 version. The new Black Magnetite formulation replaced the previous Fine Epitaxial, resulting in enhanced overall performance.
