Re: [ARSCLIST] Dry tape squeal problem

[Joav Shdema <joavs@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

> The Studer A820 cost new in 1998 $25000 + VAT and spares are not exactly
> cheap.
> > because it is so difficult to get rid of if you need to.
> Absolutely correct.
> So getting this stuff on a costly tape machine is something to be
> avoided at all cost.

This is absolutely correct. The solution is not not to use anything " 'cause
it won't work" but to use a formulation that could be applied to the tape as
it travels and be completely dry by the time the tape hits the heads. Or, do
it on a different machine not used for playback (dummy recorder). In many
cases the later is easier on the tape, especially if the player has no
heads, or no fixed guides, or a combination of both.  This way the lubricant
won't rub onto the recorder heads causing an un reparable damage.

Joav Shdema
Producer / Engineer
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