The Sony DT-RA is Sony's premium consumer-grade blank DAT tape, built around their Crystal Art ultra-fine metal particle formulation - developed specifically for the high-density, short-wavelength recording demands of the DAT format. The DT-RA series features an anti-static resin lid that minimises dust intrusion and a heat-resistant shell construction that allows stable recording and playback across a wide range of environmental conditions. UST (Ultra Smooth Technology) processing on the tape surface reduces error rates to an absolute minimum.
Technical Specifications
Formulation: Crystal Art ultra-fine metal magnetic particles - optimised for DAT's high-density recording
Tape transport: Low-friction tape design for stable, consistent running
Tape width: 3.81mm (4mm)
Recording modes: Compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz / 16-bit
Available lengths: 46, 60, 120, and 180 minutes
Who Is This Tape For
The DT-RA is Sony's recommended tape for use with Sony DAT decks, though it performs equally well in all DAT recorders. It is a strong choice for live recording, home archiving, and studio mixdown work where a reliable, low-error-rate consumer tape is needed. Note: the 120-minute and 60-minute versions may arrive in original transparent sealed wrapper without printed graphics - this is normal and does not indicate any quality difference.
Condition
This tape is New Old Stock (NOS) - factory sealed, never recorded. Some lengths may arrive in plain transparent wrapper as originally supplied by Sony.
