Transfer of 78 to CD & MP3

If you think you have a 78 record, the most obvious clue is that on the label - if it's survived - will be '78 rpm', almost always with commercially produced records. However, personal recordings were often made in 'recording booths' where the music / speech was cut directly into the record and, in my experience, the helpful '78' bit is often missing.

There are several sizes 7", 10" & 12" and all at more or less 78 rpm, although this did vary. Commercial 78s are normally made from shellac, an early plastic, and are quite heavy and brittle. The recording booth versions were made from thin metal coated in black plastic and are much lighter and the edges are shiny where the metal can be seen.

If you're still not sure please call 07722 050 539 or mail jonathan@audioreunited.co.uk

With some deep cleaning and clever software the final transfer from 78s can be remarkable - even if the 78 is snapped in two!
shellac 78

It should be noted that re-mastered 78s often still have a lot of hiss associated with them. This was usually inherent in the recording and record players and trying to remove this noise degrades the sound to such an extent that it becomes pointless. Please check out the Price List page for further details.

Basic pricing is £8-50 per 78 (both sides).

We aim to deliver a re-mastered copy with all the warmth and feel of the original but on media that you can play again and again.

Below is a typical example of a satisified customer:

November 2010: I have just recieved the CD with my fathers tracks on it...... I'm amazed at the reproduction. ! Did I say amazed...... I meant astounded. ! They sound so so clear as you've managed to get rid of many of the crackles while still managing to keep the authentic 'record' sound.

Thank you very much indeed for a marvelous job. I know my Dad will be so pleased with his surprise.

Channelle from London who had a 78 of her grandfather singing from 1955 and needed it transferred for Christmas - we received it on the 22nd December -

"Thankyou so much for the transfer my Grandfather was delighted and said it was the best present he's ever had."

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