Sony UCX-S (1985 JP) Cassette Tape

Sony UCX-S Cassette Description

The Sony UCX-S (1985 JP) is a high-quality blank audio cassette designed for professional and personal use. It features a durable, metallic shell with a light grey wheel design, distinguishing it from its predecessors. The cassette is known for its stability and resistance to drop-outs, making it suitable for a wide range of recording applications.

Sony UCX-S Technical Specifications

• Relative Bias: -2.5
• Relative Sensitivity: +1.8 dB
• THD @ Dolby Level: 0.60%
• MOL400(1%): +3.0 dB
• MOL400(3%): +6.0 dB
• MOL1k(3%): +5.6 dB
• SOL10k: -2.8 dB
• Bias Noise: -51.4 dB, -55.2 dB(A)
• Dynamic Range: 61.2 dB

Sony UCX-S Key Features

• Durable Metallic Shell: The cassette features a robust, metallic shell that enhances its durability.
• Light Grey Wheels: The light grey wheels provide a distinctive visual difference from other Sony cassettes.
• High Bias: The cassette is designed with a high bias for improved sound quality and stability.
• Auto-Detect Notches: The cassette includes auto-detect notches along the top of the case for easy identification.

Improvements Over Previous Generation

The Sony UCX-S (1985 JP) represents an improvement over the previous Sony UCX model due to its increased stability and resistance to drop-outs. The tape media has also been reformulated, resulting in a lighter brown color and a less bright but more stable sound profile.