I realize my recommendation will fall a bit outside your geographic region; however, I can, without reservation, recommend George Blood Audio. Last year they digitized some 350 very rare 7" reel audio tapes (dating from 1957 to 1972) for us. George Blood had been the audio engineer for the Philadelphia Orchestra years ago and has established en excellent reputation with his company for top-notch care and quality. From an onsite evaluation of our materials to delivery of the digital files with followup on our own evaluation of the files, they have been timely and professional.
Their experience covers every type of sound media, and they provide expertise in salvaging materials including shellac discs - which are particularly prone to catastrophic failure. They are certainly worth considering for their experience and the quality of the sound files.
We are featuring recordings from this project on our monthly podcast, Fleisher Discoveries.
Gary
GARY GALVÁN, Ph.D.
Special Collections Music Curator
* Edwin A. Fleisher Collection of Orchestral Music
* Henry S. Drinker Choral Collection
GalvanG@freelibrary.org
215-686-5313 | freelibrary.org
Central Parkway Library, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA USA 19103
Original Message:
Sent: 08-25-2021 02:57 PM
From: Anne Ocone
Subject: Transfer of 78 record to mp3
Hi All,
I'm looking for recommendations for a company, preferably close to White Plains, NY, that can transfer 78 records to an mp3. I believe the records are shellac and seem to be in good condition. The records were created sometime between 1937 and 1944. Thanks!
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Anne Ocone
Percy Grainger Home and Studio
White Plains, NY 10601
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