![]() MM/PCĬlick on the catalog number below to see a photo of the tape In 1982, Capitol stopped producing 8-tracks, although some Beatles solo 8-tracks were available from record clubs until 1987. Sometimes the factory symbol, but not Capitol's logo, can be found in this space. ![]() These symbols can be found on the back of the shell near where the Capitol logo usually is. After mid-1976, Capitol 8-tracks were marked to indicate the factory of origin, using the same symbols as on the LP's. The outer boxes housing the 8-tracks contained a warranty statement until 1975. Until 1973, this logo was followed by "T.M." From mid-1973 on, a ® (Registered Trademark) symbol followed the Capitol logo. Around 1971, Capitol started putting their round logo on the back of the shell. Recessed grips are most common through 1970, though they became scarce afterwards. There are ways to more accurately date 8-tracks from this period. ![]() The issue sports only a front label, instead of a front and a back label, with few exceptions. BLACK CARTRIDGES - In 1969, Capitol eliminated the white shell altogether, using black from that point on. The first Beatles 8-track issued in this style originally was the double titled package Beatles VI / Yesterday.And Today.ģ. This issue is easily identified by the pink or blue color on the spine (or front edge) of the 8-track. The green back was phased out and replaced with a white back which was usually rimmed in red or pink. All shells issued in this period were white. WHITE CARTRIDGES - In 1967, Capitol's labeling became more colorful. Green-back labels were used until 1969 and were used on the later black plastic shells.Ģ. The 8-tracks themselves will have front and back covers made of labels adhered to the plastic, with the back cover being a song listing on a green background. Another shell type is the Lear Jet shell. The most common shell type is the Audiopak, made by Capitol. GREEN BACKS - May have a black or white plastic shell, and any one of several grip styles. Three distinct Capitol 8-track styles exist - Green backs used from 1965-1966, White cartridges used from 1967-69, and Black cartridges used from 1969-1982:ġ. The ONLY promotional Beatles 8-track ever issued was Live At The Hollywood Bowl, designed for in-store promotional use. The last Beatles-related 8-track issued was George Harrion's Cloud Nine which was released via record club only in 1987. The very first Beatles 8-track tape issued was Rubber Soul, at the end of 1965, and the last was Reel Music in 1982. Even sealed, they hardly exist in mint condition, as many that turn up have "bubbled" labels and bent outer cardboard sleeves. Trying to find Beatles titles of the 1960s 8-track tapes that are still sealed has become more difficult over the years. Prior to that time, most collectors would pass these by at conventions and on sales lists, figuring them to be pretty much worthless. In the late 1990s, the popularity of collecting 8-track tapes became more popular. Several smaller companies continued to release titles into the 1990s. Most major companies quit producing 8-tracks by 1988. The tape is divided in along its length into 8 channels (tracks) - allowing 4 "channels" of stereo music. The pinch roller was built in to the cartridge, and cheap manufacturing led to the use of plastic rollers instead of rubber, which caused excessive tape wear and jamming. The 1/4 inch tape was housed in a plastic cartridge, running in an endless loop at 3¾ inches per second. In the 1967 model year, Chrysler and GM offered optional 8-track players. In September of 1965, Ford offered a factory installed in-dash player for all their new 1966 models, which helped increase the popularity of the format. It was the preeminent portable and car audio format of the late 1960s and 1970s. ![]() T he 8-track cartridge format originated in the mid 1960s and, amazingly, survived more than twenty years.
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