[Vintage-Audio] Re Scotch #227 Audio Tape

Sat Aug 9 08:54:00 2003

Probably nobody. I got mine from a friend who picked up what the military threw
out. I wonder what this is worth per reel?	

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From: [email protected]
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [Vintage-Audio] Re Scotch #227 Audio Tape
Date: Saturday, August 09, 2003 2:35 AM

Looks like the Scotch Master XS tape has the identical specs as the 227.
Who sells this stuff today?
Pete

On Fri, 8 Aug 2003 21:51:38 -0400 "Duane Fischer, W8DBF"
<[email protected]> writes:
>         
>         
> I have figured out that the Scotch number 227 reel to reel audio 
> tape is close
> to their top of the line commercial grade. The iron oxide used is 
> either black
> or a dark gray. It is a special mixture that allows for higher 
> recording levels
> than the standard iron oxide which is a reddish brown. Superior 
> spectrum spread
> requires a superior oxide and it is heavier than the normal one. 
> This accounts
> for the difference in weight.          
>         
> The military did not have Scotch manufacture a special audio tape 
> exclusively
> for them, but purchased their best commercial grade tape.         
>         
> I can tell you for certain, that the recording quality is the best I 
> have heard
> at 3 3/4 ips and outstanding at 7 1/2 ips. Very low noise and almost 
> no
> distortion. If you have an opportunity to purchase this tape, you 
> would be well
> advised to stock up!         
>         
> Duane Fischer, w8DBF         
> 
>

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