Audio to Digital — Cassettes, MiniDisc, & Vinyl
We convert, digitise and transfer your recordings to MP3 or WAV on USB, CD or private download. Done in Cork, with tracked post from anywhere in Ireland.
- ✓ We convert, digitise & transfer audio cassettes, MiniDisc, DAT & vinyl to MP3/WAV.
- € From €15 (MiniDisc). Light cleaning & shell repair included.
- ⏱ Typical turnaround: 2–3 days (queue dependent).
- ⇪ Choose USB, CD or private download. Drop‑off in Cork or tracked post nationwide.
Why Convert Your Old Audio Tapes to Digital?
Audio cassettes, MiniDiscs and dictaphone tapes won’t last forever. Converting or digitising them now protects what’s on them and makes listening easy again—on any modern device.
- Tape snaps, stretches or sticks from age
- Hiss, hum or muffled sound; channels drop out
- Mould from sheds or storage boxes
- No player available anymore (Walkman, MiniDisc, Dictaphone)
We can still help: light cleaning, shell repair, gentle de-hiss/de-hum where safe. All transfers done using professional equipment with safe digitisation methods. Originals returned with care.
Make Them Easy to Use
We convert your recordings to MP3 or WAV and deliver on USB, audio CD, or a private download link—fully compatible with phones, laptops and smart TVs.
- Play on your phone, PC, car or smart TV
- Share private links with family—no technical hassle
- Mould from sheds or storage boxes
Preserve Memories That Matter
A loved one’s voice, a school project, a band rehearsal—once a tape fails, it’s gone. Digitising now means you’ll always have a clear copy you can keep and share.A loved one’s voice, a school project, a band rehearsal—once a tape fails, it’s gone. Digitising now means you’ll always have a clear copy you can keep and share.
We Digitise All Common Audio Formats
Audio Cassette Tapes (C60 / C90 / C120)
The classic music and voice tape — we transfer standard and long-play cassettes to MP3, WAV, CD or USB. Whether it’s a mixtape, band recording, or family message, we’ve got it covered.
MiniDiscs (MD)
A short-lived but high-quality digital format from the late ’90s and early 2000s. Many music lovers and radio DJs still have old MiniDiscs — we convert them to MP3 or WAV without compression loss.
Dictaphone Tapes (Microcassette)
We carefully scan Kodachrome and Ektachrome-style 35mm slides using dedicated film holders. Ideal for converting holiday snaps, school projects, and archive collections into high-resolution digital files.
Vinyl (LP, 45s, 78s)
If you’ve got treasured vinyl records — whether 12-inch LPs, 7-inch singles, or 78rpm discs — we can digitise them to high-quality MP3, WAV, AIFF, or CD. Ideal for preserving rare recordings, personal collections, or family favourites, all transfers are handled with professional turntables and clean playback for the best possible sound.
Format-to-Format Conversion
We also offer audio conversion between formats — MP3, WAV, AIFF, CD, and more. This is ideal if you already have digital files but need them in a different format for a specific device or use case.
USB, Hard Drive & SD Audio Transfers
If you’ve got old audio saved on USB sticks, hard drives or SD cards, we can convert them to new formats or create safe backups. This includes legacy files from old recorders or devices no longer supported.
Audio CDs to MP3, WAV, FLAC and USB
We can convert your audio CDs into digital formats — MP3 or WAV — so they’re easier to play on modern devices, USB sticks, or cloud storage. Ideal for backing up music collections or spoken word recordings.
Audio CD Duplication & Ripping Services – Burned CD Copies in Ireland
We offer careful, small-batch CD duplication for audio recordings, music albums, interviews, events or archive material. All CDs are burned in-house, tested, and labelled — ideal if you need a few clean copies without going to a factory press. 🔧 What We Offer: ✅ Burned audio CDs from digital files (MP3, WAV, etc.) ✅ Duplicate existing CDs — perfect for backup or sharing ✅ CD ripping — convert CDs to USB, MP3, WAV or cloud link ✅ Delivery in paper sleeve or clear jewel case (your choice) ✅ Optional extras like printed covers, labels or bulk discounts
Not Sure What’s on Your Tapes? We’ll Check Them for You Safely
Many families in Ireland have unlabelled or forgotten tapes — or formats they’re not familiar with. At Copycat.ie, we offer a free tape inspection service: we’ll carefully check what’s on your video tapes and let you know what format it is, how long it runs, and if it can be transferred. We use professional equipment to examine and test: Unmarked or badly labelled VHS and camcorder tapes Damaged or jammed tapes (we’ll advise before work) Unusual sizes or shapes (e.g. Hi8, VHS-C, MiniDV) Old recordings from schools, weddings, or holidays 🎞️ If you don’t know what’s on your tape — no stress. Drop it in or post it, and we’ll take care of it.
Get Your Memories Back on USB, DVD or Private Link
Once we’ve digitised your tapes, you can choose to receive your memories on: 🟢 USB stick (most popular) Plug directly into your TV, laptop or smart box. Great for easy viewing and sharing. 🟣 Private online folder View and download from anywhere — even share with family abroad. 🟠 DVD copy Works on most DVD players. Perfect for gifts or long-term archiving. We return your original tapes, and we’ll label and organise the digital files clearly. Need more than one format? Just ask — we can provide USB + DVD + Link bundles.
How It Works: Digitising Your Tapes in 3 Simple Steps
Step 1: Send or Drop Off Your Tapes
Label items if you can. Use An Post tracked from anywhere in Ireland, or arrange a Cork drop‑off. We’ll confirm once received. • Secure packing & simple note with contact details • Free advice via WhatsApp if you’re unsure
Step 2: We Digitise Carefully
Pro decks → level checks →. Shell repair & minor mould treatment included where safe. • MP3 320 or WAV 44.1/48 kHz (AIFF on request) • Optional track splitting & naming + metadata
Step 3: Digital Transfer in Real Time
Choose USB, audio CD or a private download link — plus your originals, safely packed. Typical turnaround: 2–3 days. • Neat folders by tape/disc • Temporary link included • Permanent cloud optional
FAQ
We transfer your cassetteour tape decks feeding into on a computer. We record in real‑time, monitor levels, and clean base noise. Final files are exported to MP3 or WAV formats, and included on a USB stick or CD.
Yes. We offer track splitting as an optional add-on: we add track markers and names (e.g. “Track 1 – Family Message”). This works well for playlists, USB playback, or burning organised CD projects.
Absolutely. Our audio restoration / hiss removal service cleans up background noise, normalises volume, and boosts bass clarity. It’s particularly helpful if your tape is old or weak.
We typically finish transfers within 2–3 working days from receipt (unless you choose priority rush service, which is 24–48 hours). Time depends on tape length and extras selected.
You can choose: MP3 (small files), WAV (lossless), CD, USB stick, or download link. We also offer format‑to‑format conversion, such as WAV ➜ AIFF or MP3 ➜ CD. Metadata tagging is available too.Accordion Content
Yes — light repairs (like snapped tape splices) are included in the base price. If we detect mould or serious damage, we’ll contact you before proceeding with a quote.
Yes. We accept postal delivery across Ireland using secure packaging or AnPost Registered Post. You can also drop off tapes in Cork by appointment. We always return your originals safely.
Standard price for a 90-minute cassette or dictaphone tape is €25. Save 10% when you send 5+ tapes, and 15% on 10+ tapes. MiniDisc, DAT or vinyl transfers start from €30.
Digital audio comes in two main types:
MP3: Compact and easy to share. Great for listening on phones or uploading to cloud services.
WAV: Lossless, high-quality files ideal for archiving or further editing.
We recommend WAV for preservation, MP3 for everyday use—but you can always choose both. WAV files are included automatically; MP3 pricing is standard
No, we don’t charge for tapes with no content. We inspect each tape on arrival (without playing if blank), and only bill for tapes containing recorded audio.
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Light tape repairs (like microscopic splices) are included at no extra cost. If tape damage or mould requires extra work, we contact you with a quote before proceeding.
Yes. We can extract audio from DVDs, VCDs, MiniDV, Digital8 or camcorder tapes and deliver audio-only versions in MP3 or WAV for preservation or sharing.
