Radio Shack MPX (1995-2000 US)

Radio Shack MPX Cassette Description

The Radio Shack MPX cassette tape is a high-quality, blank audio cassette designed for recording and playback. It is constructed with a durable plastic shell and contains two miniature spools that hold the magnetically coated, polyester-type plastic film (magnetic tape). The tape is 0.15 inches wide, allowing for two stereo pairs of tracks or two monaural audio tracks, each 1.5 millimeters wide with a 0.3 millimeter separation for stereo mode.

Radio Shack MPX Technical Specifications

• Media Type: Magnetic tape cassette
• Encoding: Analog signal, in four tracks
• Capacity: Typically 30, 45, and 60 minutes per side (C60, C90, and C120)
• Tape Width: 0.15 inches (3.81 mm)
• Track Width: 1.5 mm for mono, 0.6 mm each for stereo channels with a 0.3 mm separation
• Speed: 1+7⁄8 inches per second (4.76 cm/s)

User Reviews

Users have reported positive experiences with the Radio Shack MPX cassette tape. For example, one user noted that the tape was "dead on 45 minutes per side" and provided a consistent sound quality.

Radio Shack MPX Key Features

• Durability: Constructed with a durable plastic shell to protect the magnetic tape.
• Recording Capability: Designed for recording and playback of analog audio signals.
• Stereo and Mono Compatibility: Supports both stereo and mono recording formats.
• Standard Dimensions: 4 by 2.5 by 0.5 inches (10.2 cm × 6.35 cm × 1.27 cm) at its largest dimensions.

Improvements over Previous Generation

The Radio Shack MPX cassette tape does not specify any significant improvements over previous generations in the provided documentation. However, it is known to be part of a series that included advanced features like Dolby noise reduction for improved sound quality.