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Triston Masters are Recording label living with analogue music reproduction since 1923 in a professional studio in Switzerland, and only use the very best analogue recordings pro studio gears. Triston Masters is stepping into introducing the best recordings from the original master tape, and it values the fantastic analogue sound and the highest quality of the releases on audiotape and vinyl. Tris

ton Masters powered by SCHOPPER third generation in the analogue domain with passion for vintage high-fidelity sound equipment. Triston Masters are an audiophile recording label living with analogue sound since 1923 in a professional music reproduction studio in Switzerland. In 2021 Triston Masters Recording won The Silver Medal of “Global Music Awards” for fully analogue mastering production of Branka Parlics Satie Album. All releases from Triston Masters guarantees that ultimate quality is preserved from the original master recording.

23/08/2026

TRISTON MASTERS — SWISS MASTER TAPE HERITAGE 🇨🇭

What makes a reel-to-reel release truly special?

Is it the machine? The tape stock? The speed? The packaging?

Or is the most important thing simply this: how close are we to the original master recording?

Swiss label Triston Masters, founded by analogue specialist Jürg Schopper, is built around that very philosophy.

Behind the label is access to a remarkable archive of historic recordings originating from Swiss broadcasting organisations, including material connected with Radio Zürich, Radio Basel, Radio Lugano, Radio Geneva and Radio Lausanne.

Among the wider archive are hundreds of historically important tapes, including recordings associated with the Montreux Jazz Festival, with masters preserved at speeds including 7½ ips and 15 ips, and some recordings made on ½-inch tape.

Many Swiss broadcast recordings were originally captured on professional AGFA/BASF PER 525 and PER 528 tape — formulations respected for their long-term stability and archival quality.

Jürg Schopper also has extensive experience with some of the great professional analogue machines, including:

Studer C37
Telefunken M10A
Telefunken M15A
Ampex ATR-102

One particularly fascinating project involved producing an ultra-limited run of just 10 Yello master-tape copies, working from the actual master and using restored Studer C37 and Telefunken M10A valve machines.

Triston Masters is also developing releases from historic Armenian broadcasting archives, opening another extraordinary source of classical, jazz and culturally important recordings.

This is what makes the modern reel-to-reel revival so interesting.

It is not only about recreating famous albums.

It can also be about opening forgotten broadcast vaults, licensing rare performances properly and allowing collectors to hear music preserved on analogue tape decades ago.

💬 DISCUSSION

What matters most to you when buying a modern master-tape release?

A) Direct provenance from the original master
😎 15 ips / ¼-inch half-track specification
C) The duplication machine and electronics
D) Tape stock and reference level
E) Rare music unavailable on other formats
F) All of the above

And would you rather see labels such as Triston Masters release famous audiophile titles, or concentrate on rare previously unavailable archive recordings?

👇 Share your opinion with the reel-to-reel community.

OpenReelToReel — Music For Life | Audiophile Quality Sound

13/08/2026

REEL-TO-REEL TAPE: IS THIS THE CLOSEST WE CAN GET TO THE MASTER TAPE?

For many audiophiles, music on reel-to-reel tape represents one of the finest ways to experience a favourite album.

A high-quality reel tape can deliver a remarkably natural presentation — rich dynamics, powerful bass, open treble, realistic space and subtle musical detail. On the best recordings, the experience can feel less like listening to reproduced music and more like hearing the original performance unfold in the room.

That is a major reason why reel-to-reel tape is enjoying such a fascinating revival.

Part of the attraction is undoubtedly the sound. Analogue tape has a distinctive character that many listeners describe as warm, full-bodied, fluid and highly involving. But the appeal goes beyond sound quality alone.

There is also the physical experience.

Handling a reel.
Threading the tape.
Watching the reels turn.
Reading the box and recording information.
Sitting down and listening to an album from beginning to end.

In an age dominated by instant digital access, reel-to-reel encourages a completely different relationship with music.

And when we move into the world of Master Reel Tapes and high-quality copies made from original analogue masters, the attraction becomes even greater.

A properly produced master-tape copy can preserve extraordinary levels of dynamics, ambience, texture, transient detail and musical expression. The finest examples can reveal tiny nuances in a recording — the resonance of an instrument, the air around a voice, the decay of a cymbal, the acoustic character of the recording venue.

For some listeners, that combination of natural dynamics, physical presence and analogue texture is difficult to reproduce with any other domestic music format.

Of course, reel-to-reel is not necessarily about convenience.

It is about the experience.

It is about slowing down.

It is about owning a physical recording.

And, above all, it is about getting closer to the music.

Perhaps this is why reel-to-reel tape is no longer simply a forgotten format from the past. It is becoming part of a new analogue renaissance — alongside vinyl, high-end cassette, direct-to-disc recordings and other physical formats created for listeners who want something more tangible than streaming.

Now we want to hear from you:

Have you compared the same album on reel tape, vinyl, CD and high-resolution digital?

Which format sounded closest to the original performance?

Do you believe a great master-tape copy represents the ultimate home listening format?

And what was the first reel-to-reel recording that completely changed your understanding of high-fidelity sound?

Join the discussion — reel-to-reel listeners, collectors and newcomers are all welcome.

The Sound of Tape
HEAR WHAT YOU’VE BEEN MISSING

03/08/2026

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26/07/2026

🎻 Tibor Varga – Mendelssohn
A legendary violinist. A legendary performance. Preserved on master tape.

Some performances deserve more than a digital archive—they deserve to be experienced as they were originally heard. This remarkable release featuring Tibor Varga captures historic festival performances from 1970 and 1971, showcasing his extraordinary interpretation of Mendelssohn, alongside works by Schubert and Tartini.

Performed with the Philharmonica Hungarica, conducted by András Korodi, and the Festival Chamber Ensemble, these recordings celebrate the artistry of one of the 20th century’s finest violinists.

Produced for discerning audiophiles, this edition offers:
🎼 Master Quality Reel-to-Reel Tape
🎼 AAA Pure Analogue – No Digital Processing
🎼 Duplicated directly from the original master tapes
🎼 15 IPS • ¼-inch • 2-Track Stereo
🎼 Precision duplicated in Switzerland using a Studer C37 tube tape machine

Every reel preserves the warmth, depth, and dynamic realism that make analogue tape the ultimate listening experience.

What is your favourite recording of Tibor Varga? Have you experienced his legendary Mendelssohn interpretation on analogue?

Share your thoughts with fellow classical music and reel-to-reel enthusiasts below.

26/07/2026

🎻 From the Radio Bern Archives – A Master Violin Performance Reborn

Some performances deserve more than preservation—they deserve to be heard exactly as they were captured.

DEVY ERLIH – VIOLIN RECITAL brings one of the great violinists of the 20th century back to life through historic Radio Bern archive recordings, revealing the artistry, emotion, and technical brilliance that made Erlih an internationally celebrated musician.

Transferred with exceptional care from the original analogue source, this release offers an authentic listening experience for collectors, classical music lovers, and audiophiles who appreciate the warmth and realism of reel-to-reel tape.

🎼 A timeless violin recital from the golden era of broadcasting.
🎙 Historic Radio Bern archive recording.
🎞 Preserved with the highest analogue standards.
🎧 Experience music as close to the original master as possible.

For those who believe the finest recordings should be heard—not just remembered.

Hear What You’ve Been Missing.

26/07/2026

🎸 BEAT BEAT BEAT! – A Garage Rock Time Capsule from 1965 🎸

If you love the raw energy of the British Beat explosion, this is a compilation that deserves a place in your collection.

“Beat Beat Beat!” brings together a thrilling selection of rare 1965 beat and garage rock recordings, capturing the sound of a generation before psychedelic rock took over. These are the records that filled dance halls, youth clubs, and pirate radio airwaves with driving guitars, pounding rhythms, and unforgettable hooks.

Featuring:
🎤 The Eyes
🎤 The Golfs
🎤 The Liverpool Beats
🎤 The Rollicks
🎤 The Progressives
…and many more forgotten gems waiting to be rediscovered.

From “Baby Baby” and “Walkin’ the Dog” to “Matchbox,” “Jack the Ripper,” and “Sweet Little Rock and Roller,” every track is packed with the excitement, attitude, and authentic spirit of the mid-1960s beat scene.

Whether you’re a lifelong collector or discovering these bands for the first time, this compilation is a reminder that some of the greatest music was created far beyond the charts.

Which track or band stands out most to you?
Share your favourite 1960s beat or garage rock discovery in the comments and let’s celebrate one of rock’s most exciting eras! 🎶🎸

25/07/2026

Don't miss out on important albums for any analog reel tape collector. We have limited stock available, do not be disappointed.

Jazz for Dancing is the only known recording by American jazz vocalist Gloria Steward (often correctly spelt Stewart), recorded in 1965 in West Berlin.

The album features a selection of American Songbook standards performed with danceable, popular jazz arrangements. Steward's voice is often described as "lost" to history because this remains her sole documented production from her time performing in Berlin jazz clubs like Old Eden, which was popular with U.S. forces.

The Manfred Burzlaff Quartet played daily from 1963 to 1971 at the legendary Old Eden Saloon in Berlin's Charlottenburg district (Germany). In 1965, US singer Gloria Steward joined the club's house band. For years, the band played daily from 10 p.m. to three in the morning. Burzlaff's band during this time included Bob Degen (piano), Michael Dennert (drums) and Michael Bahner (bass).

Manfred Burzlaff (1932-2015) was a German jazz musician (vibraphone and composition). In the 1950s he met jazz greats such as Chet Baker and Stan Getz, first in Paris and later in Berlin. The list of names can be prominently continued: Art Farmer, Albert Mangelsdorff, Jim Hall, Lionel Hampton, Dexter Gordon and many more. He wrote soundtracks for over 40 films and also for commercials. He was a lecturer at the "Hochschule der Künste Berlin" (HdK) and worked as a music teacher at the Neukölln Music School.

The album "Jazz For Dancing" was produced in 1965 in a 500 LP edition. The freelance producer Heino Gaze organized the recording in the Audio Tonstudio in Berlin-Lichterfelde, which was released under license from the Swiss record company Elite Records. This production with the songs of Old Eden is the only recording of Gloria Steward and thus an important sound document for the Berlin period of that time. The U.S. forces maintained their occupation sector in southwest Berlin from 1945 to 1994. The jazz concerts meant a piece of home culture for many US-Americans, which is why many tables at Old Eden were reserved exclusively for them. A look at the song list and the origin shows the American Songbook with danceable standards from the popular jazz scene. The perfectly produced double gatefold box comes with an insert sheet with all the important information about the production as well as photos of the original tapes.

Manfred Burzlaff Quartet Featuring Gloria Steward ‎– Jazz For Dancing

24/07/2026

🎼 TRISTON MASTERS
Audiophile Reissues In Reference Quality

Experience music exactly as it was captured in the recording studio.

Every Triston Masters master tape is duplicated in real time (1:1) using professional analogue equipment and premium RTM SM-911 tape, preserving every musical detail from the original master recording.

Master Reel Tape Specifications
• RTM SM-911
• 15 IPS (38 cm/s)
• ¼-inch, 2-Track Stereo
• 510 nWb
• CCIR Equalisation
• Direct 1:1 Master Tape Duplication

No digital shortcuts.
No compression.
Just pure analogue sound.

High-Quality Prestige Music – Analogue Sound For Life.

🌐 www.tristonmasters.com

24/07/2026

🎙️ Triston Masters – Master Reel Tape Duplication Process

Experience music the way it was meant to be heard.

Every Triston Masters reel tape is duplicated directly from the Original Master Tapes using Studer C37 Tube Reel Tape Recorders in a real-time 1:1 duplication process, preserving every nuance, dynamic and harmonic detail of the original recording.

Master Tape Specifications:

• RTM SM-911 professional reel tape
• 15 IPS (38 cm/s)
• ¼” 2-Track Stereo
• 510 nWb/m reference level
• CCIR Equalisation
• Real-time 1:1 duplication
• No digital processing

Each release is created using a high-level magnetic tape process to deliver an authentic analogue listening experience for the most demanding audiophiles.

🇨🇭 Swiss High Fidelity Recordings
Living for Music Since 1923

Discover the true sound of analogue master tape.

22/07/2026

Audiophile Sampler Vol. 2

A carefully curated collection of exceptional analogue recordings, created for music lovers and discerning audiophiles.

Featuring outstanding performances from the worlds of classical and popular music, this limited edition sampler showcases the depth, realism and musicality that only true analogue recordings can deliver.

🎵 Highlights:
• Classical & Popular selections
• Master tape sourced
• AAA analogue production
• Premium 180g virgin vinyl
• Made in Switzerland
• Limited Edition – Only 200 numbered copies

Experience the warmth, dynamics and authenticity of premium analogue sound.

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