Digital Audio Tape (DAT)

Digital Audio Tape (DAT) is a high-quality magnetic tape-based format used to record and reproduce digital audio. Unlike traditional cassette tapes that store analog sound, DAT captures audio as digital data, resulting in clearer sound with less noise and distortion. It looks like a small VHS tape but is designed for professional and consumer use in recording or copying music and audio recordings. DAT offers advantages like precise editing, durability, and the ability to record multiple audio formats at different bit rates. While less common today due to digital storage advancements, DAT was once a popular choice for high-fidelity audio recording and archiving.