How much better do you think digital recording is compared to analog?
I think they are about equal. Digital voice recorders can be (usually are) very compact and have very long recording times. Analog tapes have greater compatibility, but are relatively bulky and limited to 2 hours (C-120, normal speed). 4 hours is possible at half-speed, but few recorders have this. Recording 4-track mono is a possibility with a stereo recorder. A digital voice recorder with a USB plug will enable recordings to be e-mailed or burned onto CDs. Cassettes can be distributed to people who do not have computers, MP3 players, or CD players. To get as much recording time on analog tape as some digital recorders, you would need a 14-inch reel of triple-play tape running at 1-7/8 IPS.
