Sony UX-S (1988 US) Cassette Tape

Sony UX-S Cassette Description

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.