Hey guys, I am still active in the reel to reel space, not massively so, but I still do splash on some tapes from time to time.
I have personally struggled with the price tag of some tapes, and avoided big ticket items, because I have been unable to justify to myself the outlay vs return equation on alot of tapes that are out there. Especially Tape Project tapes, at U$450ea retail. Ouch !!!
But I recently came across some TP tapes available 2nd hand, and I couldnt resist. I just had to hear for myself, what these original master tapes sounded like, and wanted to have some in my library.
They've just arrived. And let me say, that the production quality in terms of packaging is 2nd to none. Awe inspiring, they've really done it well, and better than any other company I have purchased original tapes from.
Things I like...
* Heavy leather like boxes
* Gold embossing
* Every title has an individual serial number
* Every tape has the serial number printed on it.
* Well produced artwork
* Liner notes, that are custom produced and tailored to the tape project release
I havent listened yet. I am waiting for a special occasion, the right night, where I will relax with a bottle of red, and immerse myself in 1 or 2 of these titles.
Debbie, serial #017. That is 1 of my favourite jazz titles, and it alone makes me feel wonderful about this purchase !
Some pics.
I reckon owning at least 1 of these titles, is a very nice thing in any R2R collection, if it can be afforded. I notice they are taking orders on most titles, that were previously considered out of production. Which is a good thing.