Victor DA3 (1983-1984 JP)

Victor DA3 Cassette Description

The Victor DA3 cassette tape, produced from 1983 to 1984 in Japan, is a high-quality audio cassette designed for professional and personal use. It features a compact design with two miniature spools, housing magnetically coated polyester-type plastic film (magnetic tape) that is wound between the spools. The tape is 0.15 inches (3.81 mm) wide, with each mono track being 1.5 millimeters (0.059 in) wide and stereo tracks divided into left and right channels of 0.6 mm (0.024 in) each, separated by a 0.3 mm (0.012 in) gap.

Victor DA3 Technical Specifications

• Tape Width: 0.15 inches (3.81 mm)
• Mono Track Width: 1.5 mm
• Stereo Track Width: 0.6 mm per channel
• Track Separation: 0.3 mm
• Tape Speed: 1+7⁄8 inches per second (4.76 cm/s)
• Magnetic Properties: Utilizes ferric oxide formulations, with coercivity ranging from 350 to 1200 Oe and remanence up to 3500 G for Type IV tapes.

Victor DA3 Key Features

1. Compact Design: Enclosed in a protective plastic shell measuring 4 by 2.5 by 0.5 inches (10.2 cm × 6.35 cm × 1.27 cm).
2. Magnetic Tape: Utilizes magnetically coated polyester-type plastic film for high-quality audio recording.
3. Stereo and Mono Tracks: Supports two stereo pairs of tracks (four total) or two monaural audio tracks.
4. Auto-Reverse Mechanism: Some models may include an auto-reverse mechanism for seamless playback and recording.

Improvements Over Previous Generation

The Victor DA3 cassette tape builds upon the advancements in magnetic tape technology, offering improved magnetic properties and a more compact design compared to earlier models. The use of ferric oxide formulations enhances the dynamic range and signal-to-noise ratio, making it suitable for high-fidelity audio recordings.