Audio Tape Transfer & Digitization Service
Deep Signal Studios is a leading provider of professional audio transfer and digitization services, dedicated to preserving your precious recordings for generations to come. We specialize in reel-to-reel and multitrack tape transfer, cassette, DAT, and ADAT — vintage audio tape to digital conversion handled with the highest fidelity and meticulous care across a wide range of analog and digital formats. We excel in audio conservation and restoration, analog reel to reel to digital conversion, ADAT to digital conversion, DAT to digital conversion, and many more formats.
Our Commitment to Excellence
- File Delivery via Download is Always Free: Receive your audio files as downloads form our servers with no hidden fees.
- Media Inspection and Restoration: Thorough inspection and restoration of physical media, including cleaning, mold removal and tape baking.
- Fast Turnaround: We prioritize efficiency, completing most projects in around one week.
- Satisfaction Guaranteed: Payment is due only upon completion of your project. Your satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us.
- ACCEPTING ORDERS WORLDWIDE
Media Types
- Digital Audio Tape (DAT): Digital transfer of your DAT recordings, preserving the legacy of you audio. Both 16 and 24 bit DAT tapes supported.
- Reel-to-Reel: From ¼" two-track to 2" multitrack, we handle all reel-to-reel formats, including 1/4", 1/2", 1", and 2" configurations. Our certified engineers utilize state-of-the-art equipment and practices to ensure pristine digitization of your reel-to-reel recordings.
- Cassette: We digitize both stereo cassettes and multitrack cassettes, including microcassettes, 4-track, and 8-track formats. Our approach guarantees the best fidelity in the transfer process.
- ADAT: We transfer your ADAT tape sets with unlimited track support, utilizing ADAT Sync and ADAT lightpipe output digital transfer path which keeps it in the digital realm.
- DTRS (DA88): Transfer your DTRS (DA88) tape sets with unlimited track support, using TDIF, all digital path for sample-accurate sync.
- Other Formats: We also provide digitization services for PCM audio on Beta or VHS tapes, Hard disk recorder (HDR) archiving, Record/Acetate transfers, CD archiving and more.
We also provide tape mold removal services for an additional fee. We will need to kill and remove the mold before performing the transfer.
We serve customers locally in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. You may hand-deliver your tapes to us. We also serve customers out-of-state and internationally. For international shipments Customs does not require a Video-Film Declaration for negatives, still photographs, CD-ROMs, or audio tapes. It is normally a very easy process to send us your tapes. We recommended packing your tapes in a sturdy cardboard box. More information and instructions will be provided for shipment at the time of your order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an audio tape transfer take?
Turnaround is generally around one week from when we receive your items, depending on how many you send and our current workload.
How is pricing determined?
Pricing is based on the type of media being transferred rather than an hourly rate. Send us a list of what you have and we will provide a quote.
How do I get my tapes to you, and do you work with out-of-state and international clients?
You can drop off locally in the Los Angeles and Orange County area, or mail your tapes to us from anywhere in the US or internationally. Pack them in a sturdy box; we return your original tapes with tracking. Contact us for shipping instructions.
When and how do I pay?
Payment is due only upon completion of your project. We accept Zelle, PayPal, and Venmo. Credit cards are available on request but are not our preferred method.
How will I receive my transferred audio?
Your files are delivered as a free download from our servers in lossless WAV or AIFF. MP3 copies are available at no additional cost, and there are no storage fees.
Can I attend the transfer session?
Transfers are done offline in our studio, so we do not offer a traditional control room for client-attended sessions. We keep you updated throughout and deliver your finished files for download.