Fundamentally, it’s a basic build, but it does work. We’ve seen other DIY tape decks before, too. There’s something about this format that simply refuses to die. The fans just won’t let ...

This is not likely to be an issue with modern players or other sources (such as a CD player or tape deck), but it's worth keeping in mind. The device works with a dedicated app for iOS and Android ...

and The Smashing Pumpkins’ self-titled second demo for $1,200. Tape decks are sold separately, as are the pencils to spool the tape back up into the cassette.