Latest offerings from RX Reels – Black Friday discount, a new reel design and the return of an ‘old’ favourite

November 21, 2023

If you’re a subscriber to RX Reels’ occasional newsletter ‘Reel News’ then you’ll know about all of this already, but if not, you might want to head over there and sign up, as there are offers to be had. Specifically, there’s a subscriber-only Black Friday sale with $20 off per reel (or $30 per reel … More Latest offerings from RX Reels – Black Friday discount, a new reel design and the return of an ‘old’ favourite

Latest new tape release from Hemiolia Records: Dave Brubeck’s ‘Time Out’

November 21, 2023

If, like me, you’re both a tape devotee and a jazz fan, you’ll no doubt have been following this year’s incredible releases from Italian label Hemiolia Records. If you’ve somehow managed to miss it, here’s the long story cut very short: a year or so ago, Hemiolia signed a deal with Ermitage Distribution allowing them … More Latest new tape release from Hemiolia Records: Dave Brubeck’s ‘Time Out’

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

“First rate”: United Home Audio’s Ultima 5-OPS-DC tape deck bags a Golden Ear Award from The Absolute Sound

September 25, 2023

Last year it was the Metaxas Tourbillon TR-X tape deck and now it’s the turn of United Home Audio’s (UHA) Ultima 5-OPS-DC to be awarded a Golden Ear by US audio magazine The Absolute Sound. Then again, UHA are no strangers to awards. Greg Beron’s SuperDeck 2 picked up The Absolute Sound’s Editor’s Choice Award … More “First rate”: United Home Audio’s Ultima 5-OPS-DC tape deck bags a Golden Ear Award from The Absolute Sound

Gillian Welch to release ‘The Harrow & The Harvest’ on reel-to-reel tape via Acony Records

September 21, 2023

Gillian Welch’s 2011 album, the Grammy-nominated The Harrow & The Harvest, described by the Washington Post as “Welch…at her haunting, heart-aching best,” will be released for the first time ever on reel-to-reel tape via her own Acony Records. Welch’s long-time collaborator David Rawlings says about the release, “as someone who spends a lot of time … More Gillian Welch to release ‘The Harrow & The Harvest’ on reel-to-reel tape via Acony Records

Analogue Productions & Acoustic Sounds announce The White Stripes’ ‘Elephant’ UHQR vinyl and on Ultra Tape

September 4, 2023

Amazing news folks… 2023 is the 20th anniversary of The White Stripes’ critically acclaimed album Elephant and the team at Analogue Productions and Acoustic Sounds are celebrating in the kind of style we music-loving audiophiles dream of – with a special re-release on UHQR vinyl, SACD and…. (cue drum roll): reel-to-reel Ultra Tape! I’ve got … More Analogue Productions & Acoustic Sounds announce The White Stripes’ ‘Elephant’ UHQR vinyl and on Ultra Tape

Analog Audio Design TP-1000 tape deck now available in USA – with free RX Reels carbon fibre reel

August 23, 2023

French company Analog Audio Design launched its TP-1000 tape deck back in late 2021. Now, the deck is available in the USA via distributor Pro Audio Ltd, under the guidance of Brian Tucker (formerly of Studer and ReVox). Pro Audio is also partnering with US-based RX Reels to offer customers a ‘TP-1000 RX Bundle’ – … More Analog Audio Design TP-1000 tape deck now available in USA – with free RX Reels carbon fibre reel

Michael Fremer visits Universal Music Group’s Iron Mountain tape vault – and takes us with him!

August 21, 2023

“I’ve done a lot of good things in my life, like going to Abbey Road and hearing Beatles master tapes,” says Michael Fremer. “But a couple of weeks ago I had one of the most amazing adventures I’ve ever had….” Woah! Something better than getting up close with actual Beatles masters in Abbey Road?? This … More Michael Fremer visits Universal Music Group’s Iron Mountain tape vault – and takes us with him!