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Tue Aug 29, 2006 3:27 am
Well,
If you're lucky enough to own a Commodore Tape Drive, your in REAL luck! There are programs that will convert .PRG files to .WAV audio files that can be recorded on a standard home tape deck. (Not a cheap, crummy, portable. But, a good, cheap, home stereo tape deck from a flea market or pawn shop will do.) - Here's how I do it.
I use Copy64 to copy PRG files from T64's and D64's to a folder. I then use WAVPRG to convert the file to a TAP file. I then use FinalTAP to clean the file, and save it as a WAV file. I then use Media Player to play the file and "line out" it to the tape deck (In stereo, but only to the LEFT track). Make sure you're getting a good, STRONG signal to your tape. Your input levels should be almost max.. about 9. (If you have LED meters, they'll be PINNED!)
Take the resulting tape to your Commodore tape drive, and load it in the usual manner. (Make sure the tape is rewinded) Hit <SHFT/RUNSTOP> and press PLAY on the tape drive. You should be all set! - Keep experimenting! You'll get it!!
Joe Bucci
Joe Bucci