DimensionDude
Experienced Member
The discussion of VCRs made me think of a couple of devices that I have, namely DCC (Digital Compact Cassette). I have an Optimus (Radio Shack) DCC deck and a Panasonic portable.
DCC was introduced at about the same time as Sony's Minidisc. Both the DCC and Minidisc used audio compression algorithms much like MP3, but all different and none compatible. The DCC had the slight advantage of being able to play (but not record) analog cassettes. Audio quality is quite good, most people can't hear the difference between a DCC and a CD.
It was touted as the replacement for analog cassettes; however, consumer response was lukewarm.
I thought it was a good idea, I was never really happy with the sound of an analog cassette, even a good quality tape on a high-end deck. But, like the Betamax, consumer indifference killed a superior product.
Kent
DCC was introduced at about the same time as Sony's Minidisc. Both the DCC and Minidisc used audio compression algorithms much like MP3, but all different and none compatible. The DCC had the slight advantage of being able to play (but not record) analog cassettes. Audio quality is quite good, most people can't hear the difference between a DCC and a CD.
It was touted as the replacement for analog cassettes; however, consumer response was lukewarm.
I thought it was a good idea, I was never really happy with the sound of an analog cassette, even a good quality tape on a high-end deck. But, like the Betamax, consumer indifference killed a superior product.
Kent