Month: October 2023

The Absolute Sound’s annual Buyers’ Guide’s pick of the tape decks

October 31, 2023

Each November, US audiophile magazine The Absolute Sound showcases a selection of the world’s best hi-fi components in its annual Buyer’s Guide. In the just-published 2024 edition, five tape decks feature among the magazine’s top picks. The list pretty much mirrors the selections in The Absolute Sound Editors’ Choice Awards 2023, with the odd tweak … More The Absolute Sound’s annual Buyers’ Guide’s pick of the tape decks

New to R2R? Check out Jefferson Douglas’ 20-minute tutorial

October 16, 2023

Are you considering diving into the world of reel-to-reel tape but aren’t sure how to get started? Maybe you’re wondering whether it’s wise to, given what you may have heard about the costs of kit and tapes! There’s a whole heap of information on this website and blog aimed at guiding you around the world … More New to R2R? Check out Jefferson Douglas’ 20-minute tutorial

Thunderously good: The White Stripes’ seminal album ‘Elephant’ on UHQR vinyl and Ultra Tape

October 13, 2023

August 25th was kind of a BIG DAY in the world of this reel-to-reel rambler. One of my absolute favourite albums of the noughties – The White Stripes’ Elephant – was announced for release not only as a UHQR 2 x 45rpm vinyl edition, but also as an Analogue Productions Ultra Tape. For some reason … More Thunderously good: The White Stripes’ seminal album ‘Elephant’ on UHQR vinyl and Ultra Tape