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    I was cleaning out a closet over the weekend
    and discovered boxes and boxes of tapes that had been thrown in there more or less at random a decade or so ago. It's going to take several bursts of energy to sort them all out. I also found two reels, which I have no idea why I have them, as I have never had a reel-to-reel. One of the Dead at the Hollywood Palladium, one of mixed Dead/Airplane stuff. The only thing I can think is I must have grabbed them at a yard sale, or someone else did thinking Hey, Mary Will Like This... I suspect there are still quite a few of us with tapes, even though we rarely play them. One thing that makes me really happy though is that the technology is now such that you can connect your cassette deck to your laptop with nothing fancier than a plain old patch cord and digitize your tapes. Whether it makes sense to do this with your music is debatable, as there are almost certainly better versions out there but hey, this is the one you imprinted on. But I've got a boatload of interviews that SERIOUSLY need this, painful as it is to hear myself sounding like a fool all the time. Usually the person I'm talking to doesn't.
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    Surprised but not really...
    I haven't thought'bout "The Tapers" in years...I gave up the cassette deck decades ago...But I will NEVER forget all the microphones on poles in the audience... Back in the 70's I vaguely remember the Hells Angels working their way to the front of the crowd and pulling the batteries out of some poor dudes cassette machine and warning him about a few things...Apparently this Cat was like "Mr TAPER" or some name like that...and he had been warned before...I'm thinking Rosevelt Stadium New Jersey...The show after the Big Rain out cancellation...(Now that was a bad scene daddio...LOL) Nothing like hitch hiking while trippin...OR is it Trippin while hitch hiking??? In a thunder storm!!! It's GOOD to be ALIVE!!! Peace Ya'll Mike
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    I will take the tapes
    Hey there! I will take as many if the tapes that you'd like to part with, just let me know how much it would be and how to pay you... It would be easier toSend your reply directly to doug@brandedcampservices.com Many thanks! Doug
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    Free Tapes
    I have about 250 tapes of GB and JGB shows that I want to give away to people who would appreciate them.About 15 shows are master tapes that I made with a Sony D5. Masters are 1982-1983 other tapes are older. I think its only fair that masters don't go to one person. Only need to pay for shipping.
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    Seeking 1990 Shows on CD
    Rejoined after long absence and looking for 1990 shows (not official releases). Happy to trade or BnP. Plenty GD, Dylan, Phil, Dead to trade. Please contact directly. Thanks. Jer
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    Long shot, I don't even remember seeing tapers at the show, but hoping there's one out there somewhere...just would like to take a trip down memory lane, don't recall a lot about the show, except possibly a Russian Lullaby and squeaky Jerry acoustic strings. :) 11/16/1984 Jerry & John Kahn State College, PA Would take it in any format. If you have it or know of it, PM me and let's talk!!!!
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  • Anna rRxia
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    hey Now, deadtaper!
    So nice to see people who still want to trade tapes here. It's such a nostalgic throwback to a time when people used to trade tapes without a conditions or throwing in favors. Not caring so much about the quality, just wanting the show for whatever reason. Believe it or not it's the first time since 2007 since I've seen it. Hoo-ray for a simpler, more innocent time - just 25 years ago from performance to collection.
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    FREE TAPES!
    Following up to see if anyone saw my post about free tapes. If still interested please send me a PM and we can take it from there. Thanks
  • deadtapecollector
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    Hi,I have about 60 or so JGB tapes that need to find a good home. Pictures of the tapes can be seen on my blog (I didn't have time to list them all but the pictures visually show the dates ok) I am looking for GD tapes in return. I am looking for some specific shows and could send you a list - or you could find the list on: www.deadtapecollector.tumblr.com My email address is on that site, and I check that more frequently so PM me if interested in setting something up. Cheerio!
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Hi there, I don't know if this is the right place for this question but figured someone here would know the answer... I am wondering what the best source for complete Grateful Dead set lists is? A friend used to have the entire Deadbase memorized. It was amazing, you could test him!! I see there is Taper's Compendium as well (volumes 1-3???), and my friend said this is more complete? What say youz? Thanks guys!
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Try the Shows & Lyrics section on this page (Look Up). Float your cursor over it, then go to 'Shows by Year', pick a year, then a show. The set list is usually integrated into that show page, or someone has kindly placed it in the comments (thanks hockey_john).
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WilfredT. Will do!
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The Deadlist project is also a great resource - posters, handbills and tickets for almost every show as well as setlists...they are amazing there.
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As much as the digital age has allowed the old tapes to be cleaned up and made to sound better on cd or through a computer, it does not sound right until it is put onto tape and played through a vintage system with old cabinet speakers. At least that is my preference. That said, I resurrected my tape collection and have been able to acquire a ton of killer tapes. I am looking for blank/templets for j-card inserts. I have hundreds of tapes that need them so I am open to any designs or leads. Thank you, Steve
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I also am looking to aquired Jcards so that I can clean up my collection of GD tapes. Does anybody have any info on the JCards that seemed to be mass produced specifically for Dead tapes? They often had "Live Dead" or some variation of that, printed on the spine and a stock photo of either Jerry, Bobby, or Phil on the front. Any info on these types of Jcards, or any other mass produced GD J cards would be very much appreciated.
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Reply if interested, it also had comes a time and the final Casey Jones
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I am very interested!
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pm me your email and I will send you an ALAC HD rip compatible w iTunes, you can rip your own discs...
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I have that tape. From my recollection, it is a digital source but the levels are low. Great show though. Check it out if you can!
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What can I send you for that show I'll send postage and trade if its cool :}
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What can I send you for that show I'll send postage and trade if its cool :}
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I would spin them, but the tapes seem to have been lost to the ether! I just checked and I don't have them anymore :-( I have a bunch of other 1993 shows, but that one is missing!
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Hello friends, I'm looking for a recording of this show to give as a gift. CD or DVD hopefully. Thank you in advance!!
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My husband told me to check out a user named brianhahne in order to find old releases at decent prices. There are a couple of Dick's Picks I still need to find (3, 4, 24, 28), as well as the Bay Area Pure Jerry - but not if it costs $300+. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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would be to send a PM to brianhahne. He posts pretty often, but he might miss this.
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Looking for a resource for trading CD-R. Have done the Vines but I remember a vibrant tape trading network back in the day and want to rebuild my collection. Enjoying 6-20-74 on archive.org right now but the streaming doesn't help in my car or out by the pool. Any help much appreciated. Will trade what I have as well as postage, blanks, etc.
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I was not a subscriber two years ago and missed a very important show that I attended. Looking for a CD of Dave's Picks Vol 7. PM me if you can help out, I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks! Doc
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Hi there, was wondering if anyone had any reasonably priced copies of Dave's 5-11. Don't mind paying a little more as I know these are out of print, but some of the prices on flea bay are a joke. Also in search,of Winterland 1977. Thanks, and PM if any leads would be appreciated
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I really like the sound that ya get from tapes. If anyone has any laying around that they'd be willing to pass on to a young dead fan it'd be much appreciated!
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Does anyone want some discs with shows from 1982, 1987, 1988 and 1979, as well as some Jerry 1974? About 20 discs, 4 shows on average on each disc. I am moving stuff from disc to external hard drives and want to get rid of the discs. If people are interested, I will have many more to offer. PM me
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This mostly-80s dstache stash is ready to go on to its next home. PM me if interested! There's nothing you can hold for very long.
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Does anyone have, or know where can be found, some Reconstruction shows? I know there must be recordings, as there was a Dear Prudence from a Reconstruction show included on The Best of Jerry discs.Any help would be great--Matt
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I have over 1900 shows in MP3 format on my hard drive and looking to add shows I don't have with trade for those you may not have. Thanks.
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If anyone has any tapes they would like to get rid of I would love a few.I have been looking for Dead bootlegs for a while.
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Looking for the following: Dave's Picks Vol. 8 Dead SNL Appearances ('78 & '80) Two '72 Waterbury, CT shows send me an e-mail or pm socko@snet.net
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Looking for the following: 9/23/72 Palace Theater Waterbury, CT 9/24/72 Palace Theater Waterbury, CT send me an e-mail or pm socko@snet.net
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I am desperately trying to get a hold of some dead tapes someone else has made. I know I could go on archive.org and make my own but I really am looking for someone to guide me by sending me tapes of their favorite shows. I'm willing to send blanks and pay postage. I have tremendous respect for the tapers who was there and am asking if anyone would be open to sending me some tapes. It would mean the world to me. Thanks in advance for reading this and considering it. Please PM me if this is something you would be open to.
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Looking for the following: 4/22/79 Spartan Stadium, San Jose State U, San Jose, CA send me an e-mail or pm socko@snet.net
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Looking for the following: 9.24.72 (30T) 30 trips box set Brent shows (1979 to 1989) send me an e-mail or pm socko@snet.net
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I was at that concert, still have the t-shirt. Wasn't that Brett's first concert appearance? I have hundreds of taped concerts but don't think I have that concert but I'll check.
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I am seeking a good quality recording of the 11/30/79 show, Stanley Theatre, Pittsburgh. It was a first date with a life partner and would like to make a Christmas present of it. Archive.org has several SBDs and an great sounding Matrix - for streaming only, of course. I'd like to have a CD copy to give as a gift. Lots to trade if that needs to be part of the deal. Thanks in advance!
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If not, I can send you a copy. Do you have a collection of other shows? I need 5/12/92, 4/15/91, 10/13/89, 3/22/89 and some others. Would love to trade if interested. Thanks. (deadfan@mailnew.com)
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Hello everyone,My close friend, my girlfriend, and I have all become deadheads within the past year. We continue to go deeper and deeper each passing month. I have gotten to point where I am hoping to get some tapes to listen to. If anyone has extra tapes they would like to pass on to a new deadhead to experience please message me. For faster/more convenient response email me at gulatherogress@gmail.com We can work out the arrangements. Thank you very much for your time.
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SEEKING donations of cassette tapes of any 90's show preferably 1992-1995 but hey, ill take what I can get.
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My young daughter has followed her parents’ footsteps and become very into the Dead. She doesn’t have her own computer to throw on shows so tapes would be great for her - I passed on my collection of 400 before she was born. We’d especially love anything with fun fan art / crazy cases / etc. All eras more than welcome! Thanks.
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I just want to keep listening. Contact me if you have tapes,cd's you can pass along. Really interested in WOS shows.
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I have about 45 miscellaneous tapes,some with neat cases, are you interested and would you be willing to pay for just the shipping? Please PM me.
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I have at least 400 cassette tapes in my storage unit that I would like to give away for free. They are a combination of soundboards and audience recordings. All periods but heaviest concentration is from the 80's. They are in a state of utter chaos, in a very large and quite heavy plastic storage container. This is way too heavy to ship, so must pickup in person. I live in Big Sur, CA and the storage unit is next to the Monterey Airport. There are certainly a number of excellent audience recordings made by a friend and those are not in circulation. The tapes cases are fun, many decorated, harking back to that time when I was young in the 80's and had loads of time on my hands. PM me if you are interested.
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I'm looking for those late 60's and 70's bootleg recordings on reel to reel tape. Any good bands of the era, especially Grateful Dead!Looking to dust them off just one more time, gonna make them shine! Let me know what you got! Thank you, Joe Seehusen 612-701-3456 Arvada, CO jseehusen@yahoo.com
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I don't own or trade cassettes anymore, BUT I've got a soundboard of this one on two discs and I'll offer it up for free to the first three people who promise to share it with anyone who isn't able to get a copy from me. Shoot me a PM. SET 1: Mississippi Half-Step Big River They Love Each Other New Minglewood Blues It Must Have Been the Roses Cassidy Deal Looks Like Rain Brown Eyed Women Dancin' in the Streets SET 2: Estimated Prophet Scarlet Begonias Fire on the Mountain Terrapin Station Playin' in the Band Comes a Time Playin' in the Band NO ENCORE For reviews of this performance, go to: http://headyversion.com/show/711/grateful-dead/1977-05-04/
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HEY NOW! ISO tapes to play in my car for my own listening pleasure! I don't have any bootlegs besides a rat dog show I taped off the radio & some max creek shows I taped myself. Shoot me a message! Thanks! IKO IKO!
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I had an amazing guy from a Dead Facebook group recently gift me many JGB cd’s that were all from tapers and I am OBSESSED with the sound. I mean I’ve been listening to the Dead since I was a little kid but to hear the rawness of this sound just takes it to another level! When they kick into a song and the crowd erupts I can close my eyes and picture myself standing there in person. I’m sure many of you know what I’m talking about and it’s a bit embarrassing I’m so late to the game. If anyone has ANY old tapes I would be happy to work something out. JGB is incredible but I would die to hear some tapes of some Dead shows. If you’d like to email me that would probably be best. Cheers :-) billstiner@gmail.com