tape! – Portable 4-Track Audio Scetchbook

tape! is a portable, versatile audio tool combining the functionality of a recorder, looper, and creative sound design platform. It’s your travel companion, studio gear, and live performance ally, all in a durable, compact design.

4-Track Asynchronous Playback: Play, loop, and mix tracks at different speeds and directions. Perfect for rhythm-focused or experimental compositions.
Varispeed Magic: Adjust playback speed like classic tape machines, creating atmospheric textures or extending recording time.
45-Minute Virtual Tapes: Record, mash, and experiment with up to 45 minutes of audio per tape. With 32GB storage (~23 hours of recording), there’s room for everything.
Onboard Effects & Overdubbing: Add delay, filters, or modulation. Overdub or resample with classic sound-on-sound functionality.
Built-in Stereo Mics & Connectivity: Capture ideas anywhere with high-quality MEMS microphones. USB-C ensures seamless charging, updates, and MIDI 2.0 compatibility.

From a simple Norns script in 2019 to a powerful standalone device, tape! has been meticulously refined through dozens of prototypes. Built by two passionate creators, it’s designed to inspire musicians of all levels.

Key SpecsAudio: 48kHz/32-bit float recording, stereo I/O, onboard speaker.
Interface: Reflective LCD, 5 keys, magnetic encoder.
Power: 1000mAh Li-Polymer battery for 8+ hours of use.
Processing: ARM Cortex M7, 32GB internal flash.
Physical: Compact (69 × 58 × 15 mm), lightweight (100g).

More information on our Kickstarter page