Convert Mini Cassettes to Digital to Preserve & Share
Your old mini cassette tapes may still have got a lot of life left in them, but do you still own a micro cassette tape player?
Convert your micro cassette tapes to digital simply with us to give them extra life.
See our micro cassette tapes to digital page as well for more information.
Or call us now for some friendly advice
Freephone 0800 690 6160
Ask About Bulk Discounts too.
- Professionally Converted
- EASY Collection & Delivery
- Super Secure Checkout
- peace of mind tracking
- Professionally Converted
- EASY Collection & Delivery
- Super Secure Checkout
- peace of mind tracking
Trusted Partner to Thousands Across the UK
Our customers span from private individuals to institutions and TV production companies
How It Works
Protecting your mini cassette audio couldn’t be easier, with our 3 step service!
1. Package Up Your Memories
Start by packing your mini cassettes securely and sending them to us. You’re welcome to use our courier collection and return option for added convenience, or send them directly with a tracked postal service. After you place your order, we’ll send over a clear welcome pack by email to guide you through what happens next.
2. Lovingly Converted
Once your tapes arrive, our team will transfer each one with care using specialist equipment and a hands-on approach. With decades of experience behind us and millions of memories preserved, we know how important these recordings can be. We’ll also keep you informed with updates as your order moves through each stage.
3. Share & Enjoy With Your Family
When the transfer is complete, your original mini cassettes will be safely returned to you. Your digitised recordings can be supplied as a cloud download, on USB, or on DVD, giving you a simple way to listen back and keep them safe for the future. Then all that’s left to do is sit back, relax and enjoy!
All the way, you’ll know where your order stands and when everything is due back with you.
What's Included?
You’ll receive everything needed to safeguard your memories.
Yes, where collection is applicable, we’ll organise for an easy to understand pre-paid address label to be sent to you. Could not be more simple. There’s also a section in there for you to add notes.
We know how precious your memories are. It can feel like a big decision. The Supaphoto Welcome Guide explains the process in step by step simple terms. It will also include useful contact details for peace of mind.
We loe what we do. Our dedcated team will digitise every item by hand. We’ve saved millions of memories over 20 years. And don’t worry, you’ll get regular updates along the way.
This is where the magic begins. We’ll return all of your original media. Once preserved, you can access your files via our easy cloud download service, on a memory stick or a lovely DVD. Finally, just relax and let those memories flood in!.
How it Works
Protecting your mini cassette audio couldn’t be easier, with our 3 step service!
1. Package Up Your Memories
Start by packing your mini cassettes securely and sending them to us. You’re welcome to use our courier collection and return option for added convenience, or send them directly with a tracked postal service. After you place your order, we’ll send over a clear welcome pack by email to guide you through what happens next.
2. Lovingly Converted
Once your tapes arrive, our team will transfer each one with care using specialist equipment and a hands-on approach. With decades of experience behind us and millions of memories preserved, we know how important these recordings can be. We’ll also keep you informed with updates as your order moves through each stage.
3. Share & Enjoy With Your Family
When the transfer is complete, your original mini cassettes will be safely returned to you. Your digitised recordings can be supplied as a cloud download, on USB, or on DVD, giving you a simple way to listen back and keep them safe for the future. Then all that’s left to do is sit back, relax and enjoy!
All the way, you’ll know where your order stands and when everything is due back with you.
What's Included?
You’ll receive everything needed to safeguard your memories.
Yes, where collection is applicable, we’ll organise for an easy to understand pre-paid address label to be sent to you. Could not be more simple. There’s also a section in there for you to add notes.
We know how precious your memories are. It can feel like a big decision. The Supaphoto Welcome Guide explains the process in step by step simple terms. It will also include useful contact details for peace of mind.
We loe what we do. Our dedcated team will digitise every item by hand. We’ve saved millions of memories over 20 years. And don’t worry, you’ll get regular updates along the way.
This is where the magic begins. We’ll return all of your original media. Once preserved, you can access your files via our easy cloud download service, on a memory stick or a lovely DVD. Finally, just relax and let those memories flood in!.
Choosing the Perfect Digital Conversion for Your Audio Tapes
Transfer your audio recordings into digital files or other audio formats. Choose what you get back and soak it all back in!
Easy Cloud Backup
USB
CD Set
Delivered through a secure download link, your digitised audio will be easy to access, save, share, and keep safe on your devices.
If you’d prefer a physical copy, your converted mini cassette audio can also be supplied on a USB stick for simple playback and storage.
Your mini cassette recordings can also be transferred to CD, giving you a familiar way to play them back at home.
What you’ll get: Your mini cassette recordings as digital files ready for computer use.
What to order: For most orders, a standard download is the easiest option. If you’re sending a larger collection, extra storage may be worth considering.
Ideal for: Easy listening, sharing with others, and preserving treasured recordings.
What you’ll get: Your recordings saved onto a USB drive, or across more than one if needed.
What to Order: One USB stick is usually enough for standard orders. For larger transfers, an SSD can be a good choice for additional capacity.
Ideal For: Using on a computer or other device with a USB connection.
What you’ll get: Your audio transferred to CD and presented in a protective case.
What to Order: Just select the CD option as part of your order.
Ideal For: Listening on a stereo, CD player, or computer disc drive.
Choosing the Perfect Digital Conversion for Your Audio Tapes
Transfer your audio recordings into digital files or other audio formats. Choose what you get back and soak it all back in!
Easy Cloud Backup
Delivered through a secure download link, your digitised audio will be easy to access, save, share, and keep safe on your devices.
What you’ll get: Your mini cassette recordings as digital files ready for computer use.
What to order: For most orders, a standard download is the easiest option. If you’re sending a larger collection, extra storage may be worth considering.
Ideal for: Easy listening, sharing with others, and preserving treasured recordings.
USB
If you’d prefer a physical copy, your converted mini cassette audio can also be supplied on a USB stick for simple playback and storage.
What you’ll get: Your recordings saved onto a USB drive, or across more than one if needed.
What to Order: One USB stick is usually enough for standard orders. For larger transfers, an SSD can be a good choice for additional capacity.
Ideal For: Using on a computer or other device with a USB connection.
CD Set
Your mini cassette recordings can also be transferred to CD, giving you a familiar way to play them back at home.
What you’ll get: Your audio transferred to CD and presented in a protective case.
What to Order: Just select the CD option as part of your order.
Ideal For: Listening on a stereo, CD player, or computer disc drive.
Sample Audio Tape Conversions
Over the years we’ve transcribed audio from many people and organisations. Spoken history is always something that fascinates us as the people of speak of events that affected them that to that point unknown.
This particular recording is from a French lady who recalls her first impressions after moving to England in 1946.
We’ve transcribed huge cassette collections from county councils in England to recording the history of people speaking in their own words that lived in a small village called Ditchling in Sussex over many years since they were very young.
See also our Prices and FAQs further below.
What you can Expect From Us & Our Advantages
There are plenty of reasons customers trust Supaphoto to convert their mini cassettes, and we work hard to make sure every order receives the care it deserves.
Our professional transfer studio is focused on preserving important recordings, and we continue to invest in specialist equipment and updated technology to achieve the best possible results.
Each mini cassette is checked before transfer begins, and if we spot any issues or anything that may need extra attention, we’ll let you know. From the moment your tapes arrive, they are monitored throughout the process and carefully quality checked along the way.
If a recording proves difficult to transfer, we’ll try again using alternative machines, playback adjustments, and different settings to capture the best possible version for your digital files.
We’re proud that almost 99% of tapes are transferred successfully, regardless of age or condition.
For larger collections, we also offer bulk discounts, so please get in touch if you’d like a quote.
Output & Listening
Digital file download via Cloud, USB or CD. Listen on PC, tablet, mobile or cd player
Audio Corrections
Expert sound correction for old audio tapes and magnetic reel to reel tapes in poor condition
AI Audio Restoration
Optional AI audio restoration delivers cleaner recordings with enhanced sound
Free Services
Free pre-transfer tape inspection and absolutely no charge for blank tapes
Security of Handling
We take security of handling very seriously at Supaphoto with step by step tracking
Supaphoto's Audio Tape To Digital Conversion Advantages
here are plenty of reasons customers trust Supaphoto to convert their mini cassettes, and we work hard to make sure every order receives the care it deserves.
Our professional transfer studio is focused on preserving important recordings, and we continue to invest in specialist equipment and updated technology to achieve the best possible results.
Each mini cassette is checked before transfer begins, and if we spot any issues or anything that may need extra attention, we’ll let you know. From the moment your tapes arrive, they are monitored throughout the process and carefully quality checked along the way.
If a recording proves difficult to transfer, we’ll try again using alternative machines, playback adjustments, and different settings to capture the best possible version for your digital files.
We’re proud that almost 99% of tapes are transferred successfully, regardless of age or condition.
For larger collections, we also offer bulk discounts, so please get in touch if you’d like a quote.
Output & Viewing
Colour Corrections
AI Video Restoration
Free Services
Security of Handling
Don’t Just Take our Word For it...
The Best Way to Convert Audio Cassettes and Reels
Whether it’s a spoken letter, a family interview, or a favourite recording saved on mini cassette, those sounds are well worth preserving.
As mini cassettes get older, the tape itself can begin to wear down, which can affect playback quality and put important recordings at risk of being lost.
Transferring mini cassettes to digital is one of the most reliable ways to protect those recordings for the future. It’s a precise process that needs specialist equipment, experience, and careful handling to achieve the best results.
With thousands of hours of audio transfers completed, we’ve helped preserve all kinds of meaningful recordings and bring them into a format that’s easy to access and enjoy again. Whether you want to convert old mini cassettes to digital files or simply keep valuable audio safe, your tapes are in experienced hands with us.
We’re passionate about preserving important recordings and helping people overcome the challenges of ageing tape formats, so those moments can continue to be enjoyed for years to come.
We’d be delighted to help preserve yours too.
Alongside our mini cassette transfer service, we also offer additional support options such as audio repair and audio restoration to help improve older or more delicate recordings wherever possible.
We work with a wide range of mini cassette recordings and understand that different tapes can behave differently during playback. Our team makes careful adjustments throughout the transfer process to achieve the best possible result from each recording.
There’s something special about hearing those recordings again, whether it’s a saved voice note, a personal message, a family conversation, or an important moment captured years ago on mini cassette.
Mini cassettes often hold meaningful memories and valuable recordings, from everyday family moments to interviews, dictation, and spoken notes that might otherwise be forgotten.
Don’t leave those tapes sitting unheard and at risk of deterioration. As mini cassette players become harder to find and trust, playing original recordings safely is becoming more difficult without risking damage to the tape itself.
If you’d like more information about this service, please read our helpful guide.
Whether it’s a spoken letter, a family interview, or a favourite recording saved on mini cassette, those sounds are well worth preserving.
As mini cassettes get older, the tape itself can begin to wear down, which can affect playback quality and put important recordings at risk of being lost.
Transferring mini cassettes to digital is one of the most reliable ways to protect those recordings for the future. It’s a precise process that needs specialist equipment, experience, and careful handling to achieve the best results.
With thousands of hours of audio transfers completed, we’ve helped preserve all kinds of meaningful recordings and bring them into a format that’s easy to access and enjoy again. Whether you want to convert old mini cassettes to digital files or simply keep valuable audio safe, your tapes are in experienced hands with us.
We’re passionate about preserving important recordings and helping people overcome the challenges of ageing tape formats, so those moments can continue to be enjoyed for years to come.
We’d be delighted to help preserve yours too.
Alongside our mini cassette transfer service, we also offer additional support options such as audio repair and audio restoration to help improve older or more delicate recordings wherever possible.
We work with a wide range of mini cassette recordings and understand that different tapes can behave differently during playback. Our team makes careful adjustments throughout the transfer process to achieve the best possible result from each recording.
There’s something special about hearing those recordings again, whether it’s a saved voice note, a personal message, a family conversation, or an important moment captured years ago on mini cassette.
Mini cassettes often hold meaningful memories and valuable recordings, from everyday family moments to interviews, dictation, and spoken notes that might otherwise be forgotten.
Don’t leave those tapes sitting unheard and at risk of deterioration. As mini cassette players become harder to find and trust, playing original recordings safely is becoming more difficult without risking damage to the tape itself.
If you’d like more information about this service, please read our helpful guide.
Sussex University's Massive Collection of Bob Copper's Priceless English Folk Music
We were so proud to have been chosen by the University of Sussex to digitalise and convert their priceless collection of beautiful audio reel to reel magnetic recordings from Bob Copper. We’ve also scanned hundreds of images from Sir Richard Attenborough’s photo collection which he left to Sussex University.
Bob Copper, who has died aged 89, was a leading member of the famous singing Copper family of Rottingdean, East Sussex, and an important collector of English folksongs. His earliest musical memories were of sitting around the fire singing with his father, Jim, and his grandfather James Copper, who was born in 1845.
Dictaphone Audio Tape Transfer Prices
At Supaphoto we take pleasure in doing things in the right way and growing our business slowly through referrals.
Our Prices:
Prices start from £34.99
Typical cassettes transfers include for 1 hour of capture, plenty for most tapes! If you have compact cassettes that exceed 1 hour, costs are limited to just £19.99 extra per hour of work, per item.
What Do I Want Back? – Choose from one of the following options:
i) Mp3 Digital Files as a Free Download from Supaphoto Cloud for easy listening & sharing with family
ii) Mp3 Digital Files on a Master USB Stick
iii) Conversion to a new CD in a nice presentation case
Optional Extras:
– Back-up Version on Master USB Memory Stick: £19.99
– Back-up Version of CD in Presentation Case: £19.99
– Extra copy of CD in Presentation Case: £9.99
Is it easy to share with my family?
It’s so easy. Just forward the link we’ll send you or share your USB memory stick.
Free Doorstep Collection & Safe Return & Signed-For Delivery
We’re easy to deal with at Supaphoto. Contact Us Now to receive your free welcome pack. We’ll liaise with you to collect your package free of charge. We safely return items with signed-for delivery for extra peace of mind too.
No Upfront Payment? – When do I pay?
We never charge upfront unlike other companies. Why? Because there’s always a chance that you have blank tapes.
Want to Order? – How Can I contact You?
Simple! Just Call us on freephone 0800 690 6160 or drop us a line.
All Prices are Inclusive of VAT
FAQs
We’ve made life easy for you by compiling the the most commonly asked questions that we’ve been asked over the years in one place!
How can I listen to my recordings?
Could not be easier! Either plug in a simple USB and listen on PC, laptop or ipad. Listen on your mobile phone or play a CD on a CD player.
Which media output is best?
Digital files are easy to play and share on PCs, laptops, ipads and phones. Have fun too sound editing as well. A back-up CD also makes sense.
Do you offer an advanced service?
Yes we do. It delivers a superior, cleaner sound. It takes a little longer but doesn’t cost much more.
Our Advanced AI Sound Restoration Service
This service delivers superior noise reduction and background music removal. The unique algorithm often produces cleaner, more faithful audio recordings.
Would I be charged for blank tapes?
Don’t worry. We NEVER charge for blank tapes!
How long does it take?
Typically 5-10 working days or less.
Do you send the originals back?
Yes indeed – It’s important that you always keep your originals somewhere safe.
Is it easy to share with my family?
It’s so easy. Just forward the link we’ll send you or share your USB memory stick.
My audio tape sounds very poor in places. Can it still be transferred?
You’ll be amazed at the results we deliver. Our audio restorer will review first and advise you..
Can I listen to them and save them on a Free Online Cloud Gallery?
Yes indeed and you can share them with your family thereafter.
Where can I read reviews about your service?
We always treat tapes as if they were our own. Read our reviews for yourself
Why should I do it?
All sound recordings slowly deteriorate. The sooner you do it – the better.
What’s your security like?
Rest assured that we take security of handling very seriously and have an insurance policy to match.
I have a lot of audio tapes – Can I get a bulk discount?
Just contact us to see how we can help. We also offer a buy now, pay later option.
I still have questions!
Call us for some friendly help on freephone 0800 690 6160 or drop us a line.
All Prices are Inclusive of VAT
It's Time to Convert Audio Tapes to Digital Formats for Peace Of Mind
While our parents penned love letters, we crafted mixtapes.
Audio cassettes revolutionised our world. Coupled with the advent of the Sony Walkman, they revolutionised how we experienced and shared music, delighting our ears, and we cherished every moment. It was akin to discovering fire or the wheel. Our auditory pleasures became portable, offering a private sanctuary on the bus, during lectures, at the half-pipe, or post-breakup. Nothing silenced a nagging teacher or a parental sermon better than slipping on a pair of headphones.
The mixtape cassette, a novel form of self-expression, wielded power that rivalled a sword. That legacy endures, but the old tapes themselves, unfortunately, do not. They’re deteriorating. If you neglect the need to convert audio tapes to digital formats, you risk losing both the music and the memories. Our Supaphoto audio tapes to digital or CD conversion service, whether through a thumb drive or via Supaphoto Cloud™, serves as your time machine back to those emotions, the playlists as unique as fingerprints, live recordings, and music absent from any other format.
We’re all familiar with it—the compact cassette, music cassette, cassette tape, or audio cassette—a magnetic tape nestled between two miniature spools encased in protective plastic. Digitising reel to reel audio tapes is something we do everyday.
The Revolution of Audio Cassettes
It housed pre-recorded audio or blank tapes for personal use. It marked a pivotal advancement in both home recording and portable audio. Cassettes played a role in societal transformation, spurring underground rock, hip-hop, and punk movements, uniting people, and catalysing political change and artistic freedom. There’s never been a better time to transfer audio tapes to digital.
While many of us have upgraded our music collections from the days of hitting the record button when our favourite song aired on the radio, we’ve also preserved a few cherished cassette tapes. Take a moment to evaluate your collection. If it’s from a major record label, chances are the music is available in a superior format (CD or digital).
But if it’s from a smaller label, or if it’s a mixtape, a live recording, or those whimsical fake radio commercials you recorded in your bathroom, those treasures are irreplaceable. They can only be preserved, and time is slipping away. You deserve easier access to your cherished moments.
Do your cassettes emit hissing sounds, waver, fade in and out, or suffer from uneven playback? Does your tape player occasionally feast on them? Do you even have a working tape player? Are the metal components rusting, or the cassettes warped or cracked? If you’ve answered yes then it’s time to convert audio tapes to digital.
We Simply Love Our Audio Tape to Digital Service!
Yes! We really love providing our audio tape to digital service. But we also know that it’s better to avoid the issue arising in the first place so we advise our clients how to take care of their tapes too.
Remember to preserve magnetic audio tapes and slow down their deterioration, it’s important to store them in a controlled environment with stable temperature and humidity, protect them from strong magnetic fields, and handle them with care.
Digitising the content on the tapes is also recommended to create a digital backup and reduce the need for physical playback, which can contribute to wear and tear.
Some older magnetic tapes, particularly those from the 1970s and 1980s, are prone to a condition known as “sticky shed syndrome.” This occurs when the binder used to hold the magnetic particles together on the tape becomes hydrolysed, causing the tape to become sticky and less playable. We’re used to this at Supaphoto and can ‘bake’ the tapes at a controlled temperature and humidity in a scientific oven especially used for such purposes. This will aid the digitisation.
Finally Time to Transfer Audio Tapes To Digital?
Our expert technicians are on standby, ready to breathe new life into your aging cassette tapes by digitising them for the modern era. Our audio tape to digital transfer service will convert the content into CD and .wav files. When we’re through, it’ll be like receiving that mixtape from your summer camp crush all over again. Put on those headphones and relive the magic of 1985.
You may also in your collection audio CDs – see our Disc section for more information
Audio Conversion Sample & Customers
Why not check out the quality of our Audio Transfer Service. Over the years we have converted many audio recordings, ranging from the entire collection of the Copper Family’s reel to reel copies of old English folk songs (literally hundreds of hours!) to an entire collection of oral history cassette tapes from the residents of Ditchling Village.
We were chosen to undertake conversion work for the TV Production Company behind the BBC’s Repair Shop!
Other projects include digitalising Sir Richard Attenborough’s personal collection of images, converting early footage of Virgin Airways promotional films and digitalisation work relating to Windsor Castle, the Mary Rose and the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Discover more about the range of audio tapes and formats that we transfer – convert audio tapes to digital services.
If you’re still unsure which audio conversion service is best for you – read our audio tape inspiration and conversion guide.
More Questions About this Format
A: When we digitise your micro cassette, the recording is converted into a standard MP3 or WAV file that can be easily played on any computer. Once the process is complete, we’ll provide your digital files on a USB stick or via direct download.
A: Mini cassettes were small audio tapes used mainly in dictation machines and portable recorders. They look similar to micro cassettes but are slightly larger and offer different sound characteristics. Today, playback devices are rare, so converting mini cassettes to digital is the easiest way to keep your recordings accessible and safe.
A: Technically, yes — but it can be challenging. You’d need a functioning mini cassette recorder, audio interface, recording software, and time to monitor the process in real time. Because these recorders are now difficult to find, most people choose to let a professional service like Supaphoto handle the transfer quickly and safely.
A: Mini cassettes were never meant for long-term storage. Over time, the tape can stretch or lose magnetic integrity, causing sound distortion or dropout. That’s why converting them to digital now is the best way to preserve your recordings before they fade away.
A: We start by carefully inspecting and cleaning your mini cassettes to ensure the tape runs smoothly. Then, using professional-grade playback equipment, we transfer the audio in real time and convert it into high-quality digital files such as MP3 or WAV. Each recording is monitored by our technicians for clarity and balance before being saved to your chosen format — USB, CD, or digital download.
A: Each cassette is handled by trained technicians in a clean, static-free environment. We store all media in clearly labelled cases and return every original tape along with your converted files.
A: Absolutely. Thousands of customers mail us their tapes every year. We recommend wrapping each cassette in soft padding and placing them in a sturdy box. Once we receive them, we log each item and confirm its safe arrival.
A: Prices start from as little as £5.99 per tape, depending on quantity and the level of restoration you choose. Larger orders qualify for discounted rates, and all prices include VAT and careful return shipping.
A: Yes. Our playback systems are designed to handle delicate tapes gently. Before digitisation, we check for issues like wrinkling or residue buildup, which can be cleaned and corrected to ensure the best transfer possible.
A: We’ve digitised thousands of mini cassettes over the years and understand the quirks of this unique format. Many home players can distort or damage fragile tapes, but our professional equipment captures every nuance safely. We also offer optional sound restoration to reduce hiss and improve clarity, ensuring your recordings sound as clean and clear as possible.
