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TDK MA Cassette Description
The TDK MA cassette tape, produced from 1979 to 1981 in Japan, is a high-quality audio cassette designed for optimal recording and playback. It features a durable plastic shell and a magnetic tape coated with ferric oxide, ensuring reliable performance in various audio applications.
TDK MA Technical Specifications
Type: Type I (IEC I)
Magnetic Tape: Ferric oxide formulation
Coercivity: 350 Oe
Remanence: 1100 G
Squareness Ratio: 0.75
Maximum Output Level (MOL): +4.0 dB at 315 Hz, -7.5 dB at 10 kHz
Bias Noise: -60.5 dB
Sensitivity: 0 dB at 315 Hz, 3.15 kHz, 10 kHz, and 16 kHz
TDK MA Key Features
High-Quality Magnetic Tape: Ensures clear and crisp sound quality.
Durable Construction: Designed to withstand regular use.
Optimal Frequency Response: Provides reliable performance across various audio frequencies.
Improvements over Previous Generation
The TDK MA cassette tape builds upon the advancements of earlier Type I tapes by offering improved magnetic properties and a more consistent squareness ratio, enhancing its overall dynamic range and reducing distortion.
Did a record and play on a 1979 TEAC Deck and result? Sounds good, but have to say later tapes do sound better even on older deck. Having said that, this is was for the collection and the aesthetics even for a C-stock item were excellent.
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