Vintage audio cassette Bach Compact+ Rogg ancient organ EMI retro classical music

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Description

This vintage audio cassette features an edition from the "Compact+" series dedicated to Johann Sebastian Bach, titled "Toccata and Fugue in D minor – Organ Works," performed by Rogg. The j-card boasts an illustrated visual depicting an organist in period attire before a grand organ, with shades of red, beige, and pale blue. The typical graphic design, as well as the layout and typography, evoke musical productions from the late 20th century, probably the 80s or 90s, reinforced by the "80 minutes" mention in the top right corner of the j-card.

The front of the cassette highlights the EMI brand, recognizable by its distinctive logo affixed to the bottom left. The mention "Chromium dioxide 120 μs" is also visible in a red box at the bottom right, indicating the type of magnetic tape used, characteristic of higher quality audio cassettes of that era. The inscription "Compact+" appears vertically on the left side of the j-card, confirming the edition series.

The overall presentation is meticulous, with a well-maintained j-card within a clear plastic case, typical of audio cassettes in the European classical music market. The inscriptions are clear and legible on the front. No major defects are visible in the photographed portion: the j-card appears to be in good condition, with no apparent stains or creases, and the case shows no cracks or chips in the visible area.

The cassette is aimed at enthusiasts of retro audio media and classical music, particularly those seeking Bach's organ works. The overall visual and color choices recall the sober and elegant aesthetics of late 20th-century classical editions.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The j-card and case visible in the photo are in good overall condition, with legible inscriptions and no major apparent defects on the visible side.

Did you know? Chromium dioxide (CrO₂) audio tapes were known to offer better sound reproduction than standard ferric tapes, especially for classical music, due to an extended dynamic range and reduced background noise.

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