DUTCH ROOTS. TIMELESS SOUND.Music, in its
most beautiful
form.
A passion for performance. A devotion to detail.
Discover the world of STS Analog, where music
comes to life on reel tape.
A collection to
fall in love with.
Intimate voices. Expressive jazz. Performances
that deserve your undivided attention.
STS Digital.
The reference.
Discover the Dutch label’s audiophile CD catalogue: intimate jazz, classical performances, vocal recordings and listening-system compilations.
Selected releases feature the STS MW Coding Process, developed to preserve musical detail, natural dynamics and the atmosphere of the original recording.
Explore STS Digital at The Sound of Tape
Includes individual CDs and multi-disc collections. View each store listing for current price, availability and edition details.
A CLOSER CONNECTION TO THE PERFORMANCEClose your eyes.
Feel the room.
The beauty is in the space between the notes.
Based in the Netherlands, STS Analog approaches recording with an ear for natural instrumental tone, musical presence and the atmosphere of the performance.
Natural warmth
The character of acoustic instruments, with tone and texture at the heart of the listening experience.
A sense of space
Careful microphone placement helps preserve the musicians’ positions and the depth of the recording room.
Clarity with feeling
Transparency that invites you into the music, with a focus on balance and believable presence.
Every detail.
Part of the ritual.
From the reel to the accompanying documentation, the pleasure of tape begins before the first note.
The current STS collection features distinctive red aluminium reels. Consult each release listing for its tape format, equalisation and included documentation before ordering.
Find your next recording
Discover
Reel Tape Quality.
Explore the master-copy chain, the recording specification and the care that completes the listening experience.
Explore tape qualityA little listening guidance.
Which tape format should I choose?
Check your recorder’s speed, track configuration and equalisation against the individual product listing. If you are unsure, contact The Sound of Tape before ordering.
Where can I check prices and availability?
Every release links to its product page at The Sound of Tape, where you can check current pricing, availability and shipping information.
Will my reel match the promotional artwork?
Artwork can show earlier editions. The collection notes that red STS reels replace the discontinued gold reels from January 2026. Refer to the current listing for the supplied edition.
Let the music bloom.
Shop STS AnalogThe STS
album database.
126 listings. Edition details, tracklists and musician credits, with source references and a complete downloadable Excel catalogue.
The STS
album database.
126 listings. Edition details, tracklists and musician credits, with source references and a complete downloadable Excel catalogue.
