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Originally Posted by Simon Gittins
Hi Steve,
Yes, they should be playable, get as much dirt off as possible first obviously!
There isn't usually a problem with old domestic tapes, it's professional ones from the 80s that give most trouble.
The main question is whether you need a 2-track or 4-track machine (speeds can be corrected in software if necessary).
More info here:
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Yes - I agree regarding the tapes. Odd, as you would have expected the 'professional' stuff to be better. I have a tape from a studio recording which is guaranteed to gum up the heads on replay, even if wiped over first. On the other hand, recordings from the late 50's on retail Emitape play perfectly!