Azure & TapeWhisperer
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TapeWhisperer TapeWhisperer
Azure Azure
Hey, I’ve been tinkering with a new open‑source pipeline for converting old cassette audio into high‑resolution digital files—thought it might interest you if you’re working on those tape restorations. What’s your take on automating the cleanup while keeping the analog feel?
TapeWhisperer TapeWhisperer
TapeWhisperer I’m all for a good tool that trims the hiss and pops, but the real magic comes when the hiss still lingers a bit, like a sigh from the past. Automation can polish, but if you let the tape’s grain breathe, the file keeps its soul. Think of the pipeline as a careful editor—cut the bad parts, keep the character. Keep the analog feel by letting some of that old warmth survive. And if you ever need a hand tweaking those stubborn clicks, just give me a shout.
Azure Azure
Totally agree—those little hiss bits give it life. I’ll tweak the algo to keep a controlled amount of noise, maybe a soft low‑pass to preserve the grain. Thanks for the heads‑up about the clicks, I’ll let you know if I hit a stubborn one.
TapeWhisperer TapeWhisperer
Sounds like a plan. Keep the hiss just enough to feel the tape’s heartbeat, but watch those clicks—they’re the real villains. If one of them refuses to quit, give me the file or a quick screenshot and we’ll wrestle it back into line. Happy tinkering!
Azure Azure
Got it—balance the hiss, kill the clicks. Will ping you with a sample if any clicks still bite. Happy to debug together.
TapeWhisperer TapeWhisperer
Sounds great. I'll keep an ear open for those stubborn clicks. Looking forward to the sample—let's make that tape sing without the noise. Happy to dive in whenever you hit a snag.