Anyone else digitizing Open Reel tapes?

[LtMandella]

Am I the only dinosaur still listening - and loving - my reel to reel collection of tapes (and tape decks).

Obviously not many clicks to have to deal with, or media cleaning.  On the other hand, definitely need to clean and demagnetize the transport and heads on a regular basis.

And I have yet to scratch a tape although I can tear up the ends when mounting for playback. 

I had 4 pioneer decks but sold them, the electronics are too problematic.  The Sony's are more reliable electronically, although they do need mechanical maintenance (99% just cleaning and lubing).

Anyway, the tapes and decks sound great when in good repair...


here's a shot of my hifi work area for digitizing...