Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reel-to-reel

adjective

/ˈriːl tə ˈriːl/

Definition

A type of magnetic tape recording that uses reels to hold the tape, allowing it to be recorded and played back.

Examples

The musician preferred using a reel-to-reel tape recorder for its warm sound quality.
Many libraries still archive old recordings on reel-to-reel tapes.
During the 70s, reel-to-reel was the standard format for high-fidelity audio.

Meaning

Reel-to-reel refers to a system where audio or video data is stored on a magnetic tape, which is wound around two reels. This format is commonly used in professional audio recording and broadcasting environments.