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tapeplayer02.wav

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edwin_p_manc...

May 10th, 2005

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Instrument samples > Piano / Keyboard instruments
contact mic recordings

tape recorder, button

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contact-mic
field-recording
percussion

Type

Wave (.wav)

Duration

0:00.717

File size

61.9 KB

Sample rate

44100.0 Hz

Bit depth

16 bit

Channels

Mono

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JordyPen

1 week ago

The sound of a tape recorder button being pressed has a very specific kind of charm. It’s short, mechanical, and instantly recognizable, almost like a tiny confirmation that something real is happening. In a world filled with smooth touchscreens and silent taps, that click feels honest and reassuring. It reminds me of a time when technology had weight and feedback, when every action came with a sound that told you it worked.

Interestingly, that sense of feedback still matters today, even in digital environments. For example, when using online services, people often appreciate clear signals that an action has been completed. On platforms that work with digital payments, such as those connected to GCash (https://casinophilippines10.com/gcash/), a simple notification or sound can play a similar role. It’s not about flashiness, but about trust and clarity.

Just like the button on a tape recorder, these small signals create confidence. They quietly tell the user: your action was registered, everything is moving forward, and you’re in control of the process.

Veridiansunrise

16 years, 9 months ago

Very useful, thanks!

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