TASCAM Master 424 Studio C-60 High-Bias Type-II Cobalt Cassette (3-Pack)

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TASCAM Master 424 Studio C-60 High-Bias Type-II Cobalt Cassette (3-Pack)
Key Features
  • For Use with Cassette Recording Devices
  • Type II Cassette Form Factor
  • High Bias and Ultra-Low Distortion
  • High Coercivity and Retentivity
The Master 424 Studio C-60 High Bias Type-II Cobalt Cassette from TASCAM is a genuine high bias mastering cassette tape designed for use in studio cassette recording workstations, such as TASCAM's own Portastudio. Featuring a tape formulation engineered and tested specifically in restored, vintage TASCAM Portastudio units, the Master 424 was designed for high-performance and is based upon tapes used to record such legends as Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga, Wu-Tang Clan, Beastie Boys, and the Mars Volta.
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TASCAM 424-S Overview

The Master 424 Studio C-60 High Bias Type-II Cobalt Cassette from TASCAM is a genuine high bias mastering cassette tape designed for use in studio cassette recording workstations, such as TASCAM's own Portastudio. Featuring a tape formulation engineered and tested specifically in restored, vintage TASCAM Portastudio units, the Master 424 was designed for high-performance and is based upon tapes used to record such legends as Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga, Wu-Tang Clan, Beastie Boys, and the Mars Volta.

This cassette was engineered for high-fidelity sound and boasts high coercivity for superior storage capacity and nearly double the retentivity of typical cassettes tapes, ensuring enhanced imaging of your recordings. The high bias tape produces excellent audio output that is 4 dB louder than the industry standard, making it ideal for mastering applications. With packaging designed as a nod to the beloved Portastudio, and undeniably standout specs, the TASCAM Master 424 Type-II cassette tape is a great choice for any cassette recording workstation.

Key Features
  • Genuine high-bias Type II cobalt-oxide cassette tape for use in cassette recorders
  • Ultrahigh output (4 dB louder than standard Type II cassettes)
  • Low distortion and great clarity 
  • High coercivity of 540 Oe for maximum storage capacity 
  • Strong 1700 gauss retentivity for high-fidelity recordings 
  • Tensilized polyester for durability
  • Formulated and engineered in recalibrated and restored vintage TASCAM Portastudio workstations 
UPC: 043774035786

TASCAM 424-S Specs

General
Compatibility
Tascam Portastudio
Base Width
9.7" / 3.81 mm
Coercivity
540 Oe
Magnetic Characteristics
Retentivity/Remanence: 1700 Gauss
Erasure Field: 1800 Oe
Squareness: 0.72
Electromagnetic Standards
Bias Ratio: 0.0 dB
Maximum Output Level for 3% THD: +2.6 dB
Third Harmonic Distortion at Reference Level: 2.0%
Max Output Level at 12.5 kHz: -0.5 dB
Relative Tape Sensitivity at 10 Hz: -1.5 dB
Reference Level to Bias Noise Ratio: -60 dB
Reference Level: 250 nW/m
Recommended Bias: 2.0 dB
Physical
Color
Clear
Material of Construction
Polyester Tensilized, Cobalt Oxide
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.13 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.3 x 2.8 x 0.7"

TASCAM 424-S Reviews

New not old leftover material

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-30

Sounds great and at a great price.

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Will these work in a tascam DA-30 MK 2 machine?

Will these work in a tascam DA-30 MK 2 machine?
Asked by: Michael
The Tascam DA-30 MK 2 is a DAT recorder, so it will not be able to use regular analog cassette tape like this Master 424 Studio C-60 High-Bias Type-II Cobalt Cassette Kit.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2022-12-27
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