Cassette Tape Player & USB MP3 Audio Converter

Rescue old mixtapes and move them onto the devices you actually use.

This works two ways: a standalone cassette player and a USB audio converter that turns analog tapes into MP3 files. The body is compact at 112 x 80 x 31 mm and about 148 g, so it travels well. Power it with AA batteries or a USB connection to your computer. Insert a tape, close the lid, and use the play, pause, and stop controls with the included earphones or your own. To convert, connect it with the supplied USB cable; the included software walks you through recording and saving tapes as MP3s for your phone, computer, or car stereo.

Why we picked it

• Saves old tapes - Digitize recordings before the tape wears out.
• Guided setup - USB plus step-by-step software keeps conversion simple.
• Two jobs in one - A portable player and a desktop converter.

Good to know

A software CD is included for recording and saving MP3s. It works with Mac OS X and Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and later versions that support standard USB audio devices. It plays standard audio cassette tapes, including most commercial albums and home recordings. The box includes the USB cable and earphones.

Common questions

Q: Do I need extra software?
A: No. A software CD is included with a guided process for saving tapes as MP3s.

Q: Which systems are supported?
A: Mac OS X and Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and later versions supporting standard USB audio devices.

Q: Can I use it without a computer?
A: Yes. Power it with AA batteries and use it as a standalone player with the earphones.

Q: Does it play all standard tapes?
A: Yes, standard audio cassette tapes, including most commercial albums and home recordings.