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Old 19th Sep 2021, 11:40 pm   #26
TIMTAPE
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Default Re: Thorn DC43 deck valve mono tape recorders - bias setting and head markings querie

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Originally Posted by dazzlevision View Post
...The frequency response plots will also be a useful benchmark during my tests now the new head is fitted...
Yes they should be a good reference. Notice Tutchings first tests just the playback response, probably using a calibrated tape. This was always recommended. We have to confirm playback response is within spec. Only then can we test record performance using the decks own playback as the reference.

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