2 inch 24 and 16 Track Tape Transfer
The 2 inch 24 track and 16 track reel formats were one of the most popular professional recording formats of all time. A staple in recording studios since the 1970s, these formats allowed for multi-track audio recording with minimal bounces and cutting/splicing due the greater number of available tracks. With 24 available tracks, entire sessions could be recorded without syncing multiple reel to reel decks. Many hits from the 1970s to the 1990s were recorded on this format, with the wide availability of 2" magnetic tape from manufacturers such as Scotch/3M and AMPEX/Quantegy.
2" tapes from the 70s, 80s, and 90s including AMPEX/Quantegy 406/407, 456/457, 499 and Scotch/3M 206/207, 226/227, 808, and 986 are unfortunately prone to "sticky shed" syndrome, due to the breakdown of the binder (glue) holding the oxide particles on the tape. We have mastered the process of treating and rescuing these tapes suffering from severe sticky shed by baking them at a precise temperature and duration. Let our team of seasoned engineers handle the delicate process of saving your recordings; giving them an infinite lifespan in the digital domain. Contact us now for a quote and directions on sending us your tapes.
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