Benefits and Drawbacks of Analog Tape in the Mixing and Mastering Phases
An honest look at the real pros and cons of using analog tape during mixing and mastering.
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Articles and Guides
Practical writeups on tape bounce, mastering, and analog workflow decisions.
Cassettes vs. Reel-to-Reels
A practical comparison of cassette and reel-to-reel tape for tone, fidelity, noise, and workflow.
Mastering for Vinyl: Integrating Analog Tape into the Vinyl Production Process
How tape can help vinyl masters, what it cannot fix, and a practical workflow for better translation.
Navigating Tape Recording: Gain Staging, Saturation, Tape Speeds, and Tape Width
A straightforward guide to gain staging, saturation, tape speed, and tape width for analog recording.
Tape Mastering & Bouncing Service vs DIY
A practical comparison of using a tape service versus buying and maintaining your own tape machine.
The Art of Bouncing to Analog Tape
A clear walkthrough of how to bounce to analog tape, what to listen for, and common mistakes to avoid.