Re: Akai blank cassette question

CLM in ND wrote:
> I'm planning on recording some music that's only on my computer onto
> cassettes for a back-up.  One of the reasons is regarding the dubios
> durability issues of CD-R's, and also becasue I miss making tapes on
> my tape deck, an NAD 613.
> 
> My supply of high bias cassettes is a bit low & it seems stores don't
> carry them anymore.  I remember about 15 years ago, BEST & Montgomery
> Wards had the best selection of cassettes, as did many mall music
> stores.  Now, most stores, even Best Buy, just carry Sony HF or Maxell
> UR normal bias tapes.  It also seems as though the Maxell XLII-S is no
> longer made and Sony doesn't make any high bias cassettes anymore.
> 
> Luckily, there are quite a few tape wholesalers online where I can get
> a real good price on type II tapes from TDK, Fuji, Maxell, etc...  One
> site has 90 minute Akai high bias cassettes for only 80 cents each:
> 
>
http://www.batteriesandbutter.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=AKAIGX-90&Category_Code=ta
> 
> That seems almost too good to be true, a 10 count box for only $8.00.
> However, I haven't been able to find any reviews regarding them.   I'm
> familiar with their tape decks, but not so much with their tapes.  Has
> anyone ever tried these cassettes?  Did you like them?  How is the
> quality & sound compared to TDK, Maxell, etc...  Any info would be
> appreciated.
> 
> Cameron

I would not look for bargain tapes if you are archiving. I would place 
Maxell first closely followed by TDK.

Cheers

Ian