- What it does and why you need it - Plays cassette tapes and converts them directly to MP3 files on a USB flash drive, so you can preserve aging tapes without needing a computer or extra software. - Protects irreplaceable audio — music, language lessons, interviews, or family recordings — from tape wear and loss by creating shareable, permanent digital files. - Key benefits - Simple one-step recording: insert a USB stick, press the record button, and capture your cassette audio as MP3 files. - Flexible power options: runs from a USB power bank, laptop, or phone charger for convenient use at home or on the go. - Retro look with modern function: classic cassette-player styling combined with straightforward digital conversion. - Important attributes - Function: cassette playback plus direct MP3 recording to USB flash drive. - Compatibility: accepts standard cassette tapes and records to common USB flash drives; powers from any USB power source (power bank, computer, phone charger). - Portability: designed for easy placement and transport so you can digitize tapes where they’re stored. - Operation: user-friendly controls for play, stop, and record — no specialized software required. - Practical performance and use cases - Archive old mixtapes and albums: convert your music library to MP3 for safe storage, easier playback on modern devices, and sharing with family. - Preserve spoken-word recordings: digitize language lessons, lectures, or interviews so content can be transcribed, replayed, or backed up. - Save family history: transfer home recordings, messages, and personal moments from cassette to digital format for long-term access and distribution. - Why it stands out - Eliminates the need for a computer or technical setup: direct-to-USB recording makes the process fast and reliable. - Compatible with commonly available USB power sources and flash drives for maximum convenience. - Designed for users who value both the retro cassette experience and the practicality of digital files. How to get started - Insert a cassette, plug in a USB flash drive, connect a USB power source (power bank, laptop, or phone charger), press record, and play. The device saves MP3 files to the USB drive for immediate use.