tags: mus-407 recording-technology

Tape

Tape is a [magnetic recording] technology that saw widespread availability and development post-WWII, ca. 1948.

• development by Ampex, Rangertone, 3M

Over time, tape saw gradual improvements in tape speed, duration, and [frequency response]

• 1847: 3M develops a red oxide-coated plastic tape, 7.5 inches/sec, frequency response up to 150 kHz

Tape decks became smaller, more portable, oriented toward consumer high-fidelity/home entertainment

• aided by improved user interfaces, transistors replacing [vacuum tubes]

Technics RS-1500 reel-to-reel tape recorder (ca. 1976-1985)

Sources

• MUS 407 Recording Technology