Vintage Audio Magnetic Tape in a Box - Retro Open Reel Accessory

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This listing is for an audio magnetic tape reel, as shown in the photo, presented in its original box. The open reel is a classic type for tape recorders, recognizable by its circular shape with three large cutouts and a triangular central hub. The tape, dark in color and smooth in appearance, is neatly wound on a transparent-finish reel, which was common in the production of this type of audio accessory from the 1960s to the 1980s.

The reel is stored in a cardboard box with a hinged lid, typical of the packaging of the era for protecting and archiving magnetic media. No brand markings or references are visible on the displayed side, which is common for generic reels or reconditioned items. The presentation is neat, the tape appears complete and correctly wound, with no obvious signs of deformation or loosening visible on the upper part.

A small piece of red adhesive tape secures the beginning of the tape on the reel, a detail characteristic of professional or careful storage. The inner box is clean, with no major stains or apparent signs of moisture. The plastic of the reel has a transparent tint and a shiny appearance, with no deep scratches or visible cracks on the exposed side.

The general style, appearance of the tape and reel, as well as the packaging, clearly evoke the vintage era of analog audio, suitable for open-reel tape recorders. This medium was used for both home and professional recording until the 1980s, before the rise of digital.

The photograph does not allow for determining the length or precise type of tape (ferro, chrome, etc.), nor the brand, but the ensemble has all the attributes of an authentic retro audio accessory. The reel and tape are in good visual condition on the displayed side, with no apparent structural defects.

Condition

Used item, sold as shown in the photo. The reel, tape, and box show slight signs of use consistent with their age, with no major deterioration visible on the exposed side.

Did you know? Magnetic audio tape revolutionized sound recording in the 20th century. Open reel tapes were the standard for studios, radio stations, and demanding amateurs before the advent of the compact cassette. Their robustness and superior sound quality made them a preferred medium for archiving and music production until the 1980s.

AFW Reassurance

Fast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.

Keywords: magnetic reel, reel-to-reel tape, old audio tape, vintage magnetic tape, tape recorder accessory, open reel, analog tape, retro audio media, old audio box, audio magnetic tape, audio tape reel, magnetic tape in box