TDK DAT DA-R Blank Digital Audio Tape

About the TDK DAT DA-R

The TDK DA-R is a consumer-grade blank DAT tape from TDK's DA series, using TDK's advanced Super Finavinx metal particle formulation. Designed for reliable, low-error-rate recording in all DAT decks, it delivers the consistent performance TDK built its reputation on throughout the 1990s DAT era. The DA-R is a no-compromise tape suitable for both home use and semi-professional recording applications.

Technical Specifications

• Formulation: Super Finavinx metal particle - high coercivity for DAT high-density recording
• Performance: Low data error rates; dependable results tape after tape
• Tape width: 3.81mm (4mm)
• Recording modes: Compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz / 16-bit
• Available length: 46 minutes

Who Is This Tape For

A practical choice for DAT users who need a genuine TDK blank tape in the shorter 46-minute length. Useful for short recording sessions, safety copies of important recordings, or archiving shorter-form audio content. TDK's DAT tapes were among the most widely used and respected in the format's heyday.

Condition

This tape is New Old Stock (NOS) - factory sealed, never recorded, in its original packaging.