AUDIO CONVERSIONS
FAMILY GRADE
Captures at 44.1KHz/16bit
MP3 or WAV format
Silent sections removed
ARCHIVAL GRADE
Captures up to 192KHz / 32bit
MP3, WAV, BWF or ANY requested format
Thorough cleanup and balancing of each sound scene.
iZotope RX processing to remove noise, hum and clipping + spectral audio recovery.
| Family Grade After 20% Discount |
Archival Grade | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio CD | N/A | $20/CD |
| Compact Cassette | $26.67/tape | $60/tape |
| MiniCassette | $42.67/tape | $60/tape |
| MicroCassette | $42.67/tape | $60/tape |
| MiniDisc | $26.67/disc | $40/disc |
| Record/LP | $37.33/per | $60/per |
| Reel-to-reel | $32/hour | $75/hour |
| DTRS | N/A | $70/tape |
| DAT | $34.14/tape | $50/tape |
| ADAT | N/A | $70/tape |
| Blank Tape Fee | $12.00 | |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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How much does it cost?
- For practically ALL FORMATS OF AUDIO we charge a fixed-per tape price. For REEL-to-REEL (also known as OPEN REEL) we charge per 1-hour of recorded material; we count a 1-hour minimum per reel and IF you have more >1-hour of recorded material the fee rolls over for another 1-hour period regardless if it's 5 minutes or 60 minutes.
- PLEASE NOTE the vast majority of REEL-to-REEL audio max-out at 1 - 2-hours of recorded material.
- The $/tape rate is specific to the format of AUDIO; for detailed pricing for all services please see our PRICING
What is the process for transferring audiotape?
- The audiotape is physically inspected for any mechanical or age related issues before processing.
- PLEASE NOTE we have the facility to handle and remediate such issues accordingly.
- The audiotape is rewound and played from beginning to end.
- PLEASE NOTE audiotape transfers are a real-time process ie., 10 hours of audio takes 10 hours to capture BEFORE we do any digital processing.
- Once the entire audiotape has been captured we have one of our a Sound Engineers remaster the digital-audio making every effort to remove background noise (static), adjust equalization and boost the volume to bring the audio as back to true as able.
How is it organized?
- We physically label ALL individual tapes with your unique Order#_Code (ie., 60561_X).
- We create a unique digital file folder reflecting the different format types received (ie., Compact Cassett, Record/LP, MiniCassette).
- The digital file associated with the physical items will be named the same (ie., 60561_COMPACT_CASSETTE_1) and saved to it's associated file folder.
How long does it take?
- Standard turnaround times for most retail client orders are 2 - 3 weeks, depending on the order size and parameters.
- Rush service is available and generally provides for either:
1 week turnaround for the rush fee of $40 for orders up to $100 and 40% of the order value for orders over $100.
or
2 week turnaround for the rush fee of $25 for orders up to $100 and 25% of the order value for orders over $100.
Where is the work done?
- All transfer services are performed in-house at our 10,000 sq/ft production facility located in Etobicoke LOCATIONS
- No 3rd parties, No risks.
What / How do I get back?
- A unique digital file(s) for each individual audiotape provided.
- ALL the originally provided media is returned.
- You have the option for the digital files to be returned via:
- a USB or External Hard Drive that YOU provide at either drop-off or pick-up.
- a USB or External Hard Drive that WE provide commensurate with your project requirements.
- our Cloud Service.
- CD.
Can I edit the digital content (myself) post receipt?
- Your digital files are totally "unlocked" and available to be copied and shared (without limit) at your discretion.
- PLEASE NOTE that editing audio can prove to be more involved than it appears given the need for both hardware and software. Should you require assistance with editing we can help!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Click a link to jump to the topic.
How much does it cost?
- For practically ALL FORMATS OF AUDIO we charge a fixed-per tape price. For REEL-to-REEL (also known as OPEN REEL) we charge per 1-hour of recorded material; we count a 1-hour minimum per reel and IF you have more >1-hour of recorded material the fee rolls over for another 1-hour period regardless if it's 5 minutes or 60 minutes.
- PLEASE NOTE the vast majority of REEL-to-REEL audio max-out at 1 - 2-hours of recorded material.
- The $/tape rate is specific to the format of AUDIO; for detailed pricing for all services please see our PRICING
What is the process for transferring audiotape?
- The audiotape is physically inspected for any mechanical or age related issues before processing.
- PLEASE NOTE we have the facility to handle and remediate such issues accordingly.
- The audiotape is rewound and played from beginning to end.
- PLEASE NOTE audiotape transfers are a real-time process ie., 10 hours of audio takes 10 hours to capture BEFORE we do any digital processing.
- Once the entire audiotape has been captured we have one of our a Sound Engineers remaster the digital-audio making every effort to remove background noise (static), adjust equalization and boost the volume to bring the audio as back to true as able.
How is it organized?
- We physically label ALL individual tapes with your unique Order#_Code (ie., 60561_X).
- We create a unique digital file folder reflecting the different format types received (ie., Compact Cassett, Record/LP, MiniCassette).
- The digital file associated with the physical items will be named the same (ie., 60561_COMPACT_CASSETTE_1) and saved to it's associated file folder.
How long does it take?
- Standard turnaround times for most retail client orders are 2 - 3 weeks, depending on the order size and parameters.
- Rush service is available and generally provides for either:
1 week turnaround for the rush fee of $40 for orders up to $100 and 40% of the order value for orders over $100.
or
2 week turnaround for the rush fee of $25 for orders up to $100 and 25% of the order value for orders over $100.
Where is the work done?
- All transfer services are performed in-house at our 10,000 sq/ft production facility located in Etobicoke LOCATIONS
- No 3rd parties, No risks.
What / How do I get back?
- A unique digital file(s) for each individual audiotape provided.
- ALL the originally provided media is returned.
- You have the option for the digital files to be returned via:
- a USB or External Hard Drive that YOU provide at either drop-off or pick-up.
- a USB or External Hard Drive that WE provide commensurate with your project requirements.
- our Cloud Service.
- CD.
Can I edit the digital content (myself) post receipt?
- Your digital files are totally "unlocked" and available to be copied and shared (without limit) at your discretion.
- PLEASE NOTE that editing audio can prove to be more involved than it appears given the need for both hardware and software. Should you require assistance with editing we can help!
HOW IT WORKS
Any Questions?
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Toll free: 1 866 559 1163
E-mail: info@digitaltreasury.ca
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We have a very rigorous Quality Control process which gives us the confidence to say that we completely stand behind our work and guarantee the results. If there are any issues with the quality or performance of the digital materials created (not having to do with the physical condition of your media) we will reprocess those materials at our expense, no questions / no hassles.
We are overwhelmingly committed to ensuring the Safety, Security and Privacy of our clients information:
- All client materials (both physical and digital) are tagged, tracked and stored in a secure location and returned to the client upon completion of the project.
- All digital files are archived in an enterprise grade 3-2-1 Digital Asset Management system which includes ENCRYPTED OFFLINE (LTO-8) data storage for 60-days post receipt before our deletion protocol is initiated.
- All services are performed in-house by Digital Treasury Group employees; no 3rd parties, no risks.
- All Digital Treasury Group employees are required to sign a comprehensive Confidentiality Agreement.
- We adhere to all aspects of the Canadian federal government's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
“Working with Digital Treasures was a great experience from start to finish. Our company needed to get some digital conversion work done quickly and at high quality and DT delivered on both accounts. They made the whole process simple and stress-free and provided us with a great quality product. We’re already planning to do repeat business converting our old video archive and I would highly recommend their services to others.”
“The David Suzuki Foundation turned 25 years old this week! The Foundation trusted Digital Treasures with 25 years’ worth of irreplaceable archival video footage. Marc and team were a pleasure to work with every step of the way. Professional, trustworthy and an outstanding finished product. Expectations exceeded.
Thank you for helping to preserve and share our history.”
“I have this afternoon received the return of my film and your digital scans. A quick look and I'm thrilled! Thank you so much for the clearly considered attention to my requests.
I'm also recommending you to friends at the Vancouver Art Gallery Imaging Department. More to come, with again sincere thanks for this.”
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