The Sony UX-S (1988 US) is a premium Type II blank cassette tape designed for high-quality audio recording. It features a durable, understated shell with hubs that ensure smooth tape movement, making it suitable for various audio decks.
Sony UX-S Technical Specifications
Relative Bias: +0.5
Relative Sensitivity: +0.6 dB
THD @ Dolby Level: 0.26%
MOL400(1%): +4.4 dB
MOL400(3%): +7.6 dB
Bias Noise: -53.9 dB, -58.0 dB(A)
Dynamic Range: 64.7 dB
"These cassettes are excellent for their time. They provide clear and crisp audio without needing much bias tweaking, making them versatile for various decks" (Tony Villa).
"The UX-S tapes are known for their low distortion and wide dynamic range, making them a reliable choice for recording" (CassetteComeback).
Sony UX-S Key Features
Low Distortion: The cassette tape boasts a low total harmonic distortion (THD) at Dolby level, ensuring high-quality audio.
Wide Dynamic Range: It offers a dynamic range of 64.7 dB, providing clear and detailed recordings.
Smooth Tape Movement: The durable shell and hubs ensure smooth tape movement, reducing wear and tear.
Improvements Over Previous Generation
The Sony UX-S (1988 US) is part of an improved formulation introduced by Sony in the mid-1980s. It replaced the earlier UX-S formulation and was designed to provide better performance and quality compared to its predecessors.
