We can transfer most audio media formats to CD or digital audio files which include but are not limited to WAV, AIFF or MP3. If you would like another audio format other than the ones listed above then just let us know, your audio files can be put onto a USB drive which can be customer supplied or we can supply one for you. We also offer a digital download service where we will send you a download link that will allow you to download your files directly to your computer.
Our Transfer Process
We never transfer direct to disc or low-quality audio files such as MP3, instead, we transfer directly to one of our computers using a digital optical connection. For older analogue formats such as records, reels and cassettes we will capture your audio at 16-bit 44.1kHz.
We will also capture your mini discs using this bitrate and frequency however, for DAT tapes we will use 24-bit 48kHz unless you request CD. We are happy to capture analogue formats at the higher bitrate, however, you will find it hard to notice any difference in quality.
The reason we capture at 16-bit 44.1kHZ is that this frequency is used for the CD format and will cause no issues when playing back on most devices such as mobiles, tablets or smart televisions.
Shellac & Vinyl Records
We can transfer 33rpm and 45 rpm vinyl records as well as 78rpm Shellac records. We use an Audio Technica LP5x turntable fitted with an AT95e cartridge to transfer your records. When transferring Shellac 78’s we use a wider stylus which is specially designed for use with Shellac records.
We connect the turntable with high-quality Phono (RCA) cables to our Sony DTC-750 DAT recorder. The DAT recorder is connected to our computer using a digital optical cable to ensure the highest quality transfer possible.
Once we have your record transferred and captured we will then filter out the background noise such as crackles and pops. By default we save a file for each side of your record, we also offer a track splitting service for a small additional charge on top of the transfer cost. As long as there is a small gap between the tracks then we can offer track splitting, we don’t offer this for records that have been recorded live or have no gaps between tracks.
1/4 Inch Audio Reel
We can transfer and convert 1/4 inch audio reels recorded at speeds of 1 7/8, 3 3/4 and 7 1/2 IPS. We use a Philips 4407 4-track tape recorder to transfer your reels.
We connect the open reel tape recorder with high-quality Phono (RCA) cables to our Sony DTC-750 DAT recorder. The DAT recorder is connected to our computer using a digital optical cable to ensure the highest quality transfer possible.
Once we have your reel transferred and captured we will then filter out the background noise such as hiss or microphone noise. By default we save a file for each side of your reel, we also offer a track splitting service for a small additional charge on top of the transfer cost. As long as there is a small gap between the recordings then we can offer track splitting, we don’t offer this for reels that have been recorded live or have no gaps between recordings.
Compact Audio Cassette
We can transfer compact cassettes sometimes referred to as audio tapes, we use one of two cassette decks to transfer and convert your cassettes. We have a Technics RS-BX601 or Denon DRM-740 Cassette Deck.
We connect the cassette deck with high-quality Phono (RCA) cables to our Sony DTC-750 DAT recorder. The DAT recorder is connected to our computer using a digital optical cable to ensure the highest quality transfer possible.
Once we have your cassette transferred and captured we will then filter out the background noise such as hiss. By default we save a file for each side of your cassette, we also offer a track splitting service for a small additional charge on top of the transfer cost. As long as there is a small gap between the tracks then we can offer track splitting, we don’t offer this for cassettes that have been recorded live or have no gaps between tracks.
Mini Cassette
We can transfer mini cassettes from Philips dictaphones, not to be confused with micro cassettes made by Sony, Panasonic or Olympus. We use a Philips Pocket Memo 398 dictaphone to transfer your mini cassette.
We connect the Pocket Memo 398 with high-quality Phono (RCA) cables to our Sony DTC-750 DAT recorder. The DAT recorder is connected to our computer using a digital optical cable to ensure the highest quality transfer possible.
Once we have your cassette transferred and captured we will then filter out the background noise such as hiss or microphone noise. By default we save a file for each side of your cassette, we also offer a track splitting service for a small additional charge on top of the transfer cost. As long as there is a small gap between the recordings then we can offer track splitting, we don’t offer this for cassettes that have no gaps between recordings.
Micro Cassette
We can transfer and convert your Sony, Panasonic or Olympus micro cassettes. We use a Sony M-530V dictaphone to transfer your micro cassettes.
We connect the Sony M-530V with high-quality Phono (RCA) cables to our Sony DTC-750 DAT recorder. The DAT recorder is connected to our computer using a digital optical cable to ensure the highest quality transfer possible.
Once we have your cassette transferred and captured we will then filter out the background noise such as hiss or microphone noise. By default we save a file for each side of your cassette, we also offer a track splitting service for a small additional charge on top of the transfer cost. As long as there is a small gap between the recordings then we can offer track splitting, we don’t offer this for cassettes that have no gaps between recordings.
Minidisc
We can transfer and convert your minidiscs, we are also able to transfer minidiscs recorded in long play. We use a Sony MDS-JE330 Minidisc deck to transfer your minidiscs.
We connect the Sony MDS-JE330 with high-quality Phono (RCA) cables to our Sony DTC-750 DAT recorder. The DAT recorder is connected to our computer using a digital optical cable to ensure the highest quality transfer possible.
Once we have your minidisc transferred and captured we will check your recording, if it has been recorded from an analogue source we will then filter out any unwanted background noise. By default we save one file for your minidisc, we also offer a track splitting service for a small additional charge on top of the transfer cost. If your minidisc has been recorded as one single track we can still offer track splitting as long as there is a gap between songs.
DAT (Digital Audio Tape)
We can transfer and convert your dat tapes also known as digital audio tape, we are also able to transfer dat tapes recorded in long play mode. We use a Sony DTC-750 DAT Recorder to transfer your dat tapes.
The DAT recorder is connected to our computer using a digital optical cable to ensure the highest quality transfer possible.
Once we have your dat tape transferred and captured we will check your recording, if it has been recorded from an analogue source we will then filter out any unwanted background noise. By default we save one file for your dat tape, we also offer a track splitting service for a small additional charge on top of the transfer cost. If your dat tape has been recorded as one single track we can still offer track splitting as long as there is a gap between songs.
