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so i left out the biggest detail. i'm searching for an analog tape machine. 8 track, 16 if it was affordable. i'm looking for something solid, reliable...any tips for models?

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cruisemates Tue, 05/25/2004 - 09:02

I think if you go on Ebay you might find a nice machine for a few thousand. A semi-pro 1/2 8-trk would probably go for about $500. If you can find a 1 -inch 16 track it would probably be reasonable.

There is a Tascam TSR-8 multi-track recorder there right noiw bid up to $30...

There is a Tascam 48 analog 8-track reel tape machine recorder at $749 (this is a top of the line 1/2-inch model)

a 1/2-inch Fostex 16-trk has 9 bids abd is up to $500

If you want to go to 2-inch pro then the price goes up.

What is your reason for wanting to go with analog?

Todzilla Thu, 05/27/2004 - 16:59

I'm all down with the analog format. However, are you up to the task of maintenance? Even if you don't drive this machine into the ground, it's going to take lots of puttering, adjusting replacing parts, etc... just to keep a strong pulse going.

Of course, you don't have to troubleshoot DLL and registry conflicts :)