Microcassette

We offer a full suite of solutions to convert and transfer your Microcassette into a digital file or CD format.

Olympus developed the analog magnetic tape, Microcassette, in 1969. About the quarter of the size of a Compact Cassette, the miniature alternative could offer comparable runtimes by running a slower tape speed. Early version of the cassette would yield 30 minutes per side, and later an increased capacity of 45 minutes per side.

A unique trait of the format is that the tape, which is housed in a plastic casing around dual spools, is that unlike the compact cassette, the tape runs from right to left.

The format is widely recognized as the tapes most commonly found in Answering Machines, but was also a favourite among journalists and reporters for its size and compatibility with portable audio recorders, which often included tie-clip microphones.

In 2014 Digital Treasures went fully commercial and became a part of the Digital Treasury Group (DTG). DTG is exclusively focused on being the highest-quality provider of full-suite media conversion and archiving services nationally. We operate under a fully integrated ‘lean’ business model utilizing industry best practices for providing low-cost/high-value digital solutions to the commercial, institutional and retail marketplaces. Our infrastructure has been purpose-built to (1) mitigate all potential risks associated with the handling and processing of a high volume of multiple media formats and (2) ensure the delivery of a best-quality digital solution fit to the client’s specific requirements. Our methodology is based upon 10 years of dedicated media conversion and archiving experience coupled with 15 years of leading-edge corporate experience resulting in the creation of what we know to be the “best in class” provider of these services in Canada.