reel-to-reel tape recorder

A reel-to-reel tape recorder is a device that records and plays back audio using magnetic tape wound on large reels. The tape moves through the machine, passing over electronic heads that magnetize the tape to store sound signals. To play or record, the tape is fed from one reel to the other, guided by rollers. This technology was popular for high-quality audio recording before digital methods emerged. It allows for continuous recording, editing, and high fidelity sound, making it a preferred choice in professional music and recording studios during its peak.