Description: Answer to question (1): To order this service, please make sure to ship your ADAT/DTRST tapes to our address: Bay Audio, P.O. Box 473353, Aurora, CO . It is essential that you send us the tapes by mail as we cannot complete the work without them. Please note that as the buyer, you are responsible for the shipping charges, while the service fee covers the actual service itself. Answer to question (2): The option for local pickup is only used to acknowledge that we have received your order in the mail along with your ADAT tapes. It is not related to payment, as eBay handles that when your order is placed. Please understand that this process involves a few more steps than regular eBay listings, so it should not be equated with physical items you may have seen or purchased on eBay. Important answer to question (3): Once your ADAT tapes have arrived, the local pickup status will be marked as "picked up," and we will then begin the process of transferring the content to computer-readable files. Step 1: Make a purchase and ensure that you read all emails and texts from the seller. Step 2: Follow the instructions provided in the listing and ship the item to our office address to initiate the transfer conversion. The shipping address is Bay Audio, P.O. Box 473353, Aurora, CO. Step 3: When ordering this service, please remember that the first thing you must do is ship your ADAT tapes to our address so that we can start the work. We cannot complete the job without receiving your ADAT/DTRST tapes by mail. As the buyer, you are responsible for sending the tapes; the service fee covers taxes and the supply of black USBs, but not the shipping charges. Our mailing address is Bay Top Audio, P.O. Box 473353, Aurora, CO. Step 4: Follow the instructions and ship the audio tapes to us. Don't forget to include the tracking number in a message so that we can receive notifications when the order is delivered and ready for pickup. Step 5: Once Step 4 is complete and confirmed, we will send you a message informing you that we have picked up your mailed item. Local pickup is used for electronic recognition, indicating that the order has been received in the mail and sent to us with your ADAT tapes to begin the transfer. Payment will be received through eBay when the order is placed; local pickup is not related to payment. Please note that this process involves a few more steps than other eBay listings. However, it should not be categorized in the same way as physical items you have seen or purchased on eBay. Step 6: You will receive messages from us, keeping you informed about every step of the process. For example, we will let you know how many projects are ahead of yours, when we start working on your tapes, and when we expect to be done. Step 7: Once the transfer is complete, you will receive a message with an update that your process is finished. STEP 8 - RECEIVE AN INVOICE BILL FOR RETURN SHIPPING COST: Once your ADAT tapes and CD media are ready for shipment, you will receive an invoice bill for the return shipping cost. This will include the shipping address and tracking information using the same method as your initial shipment. **Please note that as per eBay rules policy, the shipping address will be provided to you after payment is received. ** ADAT Transfer Service: Convert your ADAT Digital Audio Tapes to MP3 format and store them on a flash drive. The completed transfer will be shipped to your provided return address. Frequently Asked Questions: 1). How do I get started with the transfer service? To begin, simply purchase the transfer service through eBay. In the payment notes or via direct message, request my mailing address to ship your tapes to us. 2) What benefits do I receive as a customer? Customers who purchase from this listing will receive free coaching with a completed transfer at no additional cost to you. 3) Do I need to clean the machine for new customers? Yes, for higher numbers of orders, cleaning the machine and buying cleaning supplies for these transfers is required. An additional $3.00 will be added to the service price. 4) Can you transfer DAT or DTRS tapes too? Yes, we can also transfer DAT or cassette tapes. Please refer to my eBay listing for more information. Commonly Asked Questions: 1) Can I transfer multiple A-DAT tapes from a single A-DAT machine? Absolutely! You can transfer more than one A-DAT tape from your single A-DAT machine, obtaining all 16, 32, and 48 tracks from each tape. 2) How is the tape transfer done? The transfer process involves converting ADAT (Digital Audio Tape) to CDs or wave format. We'll compose 8 channels of the signal exported from the A-DAT tapes, including 16, 32, and 48 tracks. 3) Will there be a major mix-down of levels for my A-DAT tapes? No, there won't be a major mix-down of levels. However, there will be a pre-mix-down of levels for 2 minutes for each channel. The channel levels are then mixed down to -62db and transferred to the flash drive stick. 4) How do I get my original A-DAT tapes returned? Your original A-DAT tapes will be shipped back to the address provided on the invoice. The customer is responsible for the return shipping cost of the A-DAT tapes. 5) What is the average waiting period? The waiting period typically ranges from 15 to 29 days, depending on the current workload and your location. Factors such as proximity to our shipping area and the order queue may affect the waiting time. 6) Is there a free shipping option for the transfer service? For orders within the same city, local customers can enjoy free shipping by dropping off their tapes at our studio or arranging a public meeting for drop-off. However, customers are responsible for shipping costs when mailing the ADAT tapes to us. Please note that we take payment and shipping seriously. USPS media mail is the cheapest option but has a longer waiting time. We strive to complete each transfer within 30 days, as required by eBay. In the past, some buyers have forgotten to ship their tapes and then claimed they hadn't received their item. To initiate the audio transfer service, please ensure you mail your tapes to us as described in the listings and descriptions on our eBay storefront. We also provide DTRS tape transfers. However, due to the expensive maintenance and shipping costs associated with these machines, the price rate increases by 40%. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding. If you have any further questions or concerns, feel free to reach out. We're here to assist you! customer is reasonable for storing tapes in suggested environment while holding ADAT tapes. If tapes drop outs or distorts occur or loose data after 12 years after recording the services may prevent restoration. credit will be provided for exchange for selected service. customer will be charged energy use fee on top of the transfer price on the final bill invoice that will be via e-bay message after the tapes have been ship to us. customer agrees 25% restocking fee for return orders cancel based unreadable currported ADATS tapes transfers.
Price: 17.81 USD
Location: Sacramento, California
End Time: 2024-02-05T23:07:39.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Alesis ADAT
Type: Vintage Analog Recorder
Custom Bundle: Yes
Model: XLT 20