Step 2: Determining the cost.
 Determining
the cost
can be confusing, but it does not have to be. Here is how it works:
We primarily charge by the size of the reel. But because reel to
reel tapes came in different thicknesses, and because they can be recorded
at different speeds utilizing separate tracks, not every tape yields the
same amount of audio. One 7" reel could produce 45 minutes of audio while
another could produce three hours! Big difference. So the way our pricing
handles these different situations is, we charge the base price according
to the size of reel and then $5 for each extra CD needed to complete the
transfer of your tape. Keep in mind a CD will only hold 80 minutes of
audio. So, one 7" reel with 45 minutes of audio will cost the
base price
plus return shipping. A 7" reel with 90 minutes of audio would cost the
base price plus $5 and return shipping. Smaller 3" and 4" tapes will
usually be just their
base price.
Other things to
consider:
photo labels and duplicate CDs wanted for your family and friends. Also,
on rare occasions with high end tape recorded in the late 70's and early 80's
something called "sticky
shed syndrome"
could call for your tapes needing "baked". We do bake tapes for $25 each.
(Bulk discounts available, just ask).
If you are
afraid of sticker shock
and are not sure how
much audio your tapes hold, or if other factors might be involved, we do
offer free preview. This allows us to check them out and report back to
you the cost before doing the work. If you find it is more costly than you
had hoped we can hold off on the work and send your tapes back.
We even offer
free screening for content!
This means if you are not sure what is on your tapes or you only want for
example only tapes with family talking but no tapes with music, we can do
that at no extra cost!
For more about
preview screening visit this page.
Click here to visit
basic price list
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