Mellotronists

In a message dated 02/05/2007 02:42:44 GMT Standard Time,  
astroboy@... writes:

Is there  a good method 
for that or should I just pull the tapes out,  toss  them into the corner 
and try to sort them all out  later?



Before removing them mark the start points (where the head is when at rest,  
chinagraph pencil is good) then in order use splicing tape to attach the tail 
of  each tape the head of the next. I have seen frames where the tapes are 
numbered  but that seems a bit over the top if putting them on a reel in order of 
removal.  As for tape reels your local angling shop may be able to help as 
the tape is a  non standard width and some of the reels used for fishing line is 
ideal. Be  methodical and patient. Replacement is the reverse of fitting.
 
Norm