Translation guide
DAT is an abbreviation for 'digital audio tape', a magnetic tape format for recording and playing back digital audio. This guide covers how to refer to the format, the physical tape, and related devices in Japanese.
Referring to the digital audio tape format or technology in general.
The abbreviation DAT is commonly used in Japanese, pronounced ダット. It is understood in technical and audio contexts.
DATは1980年代に開発されたデジタル録音方式です。
DAT is a digital recording format developed in the 1980s.
Referring to a physical DAT cassette or tape medium.
The most natural way to refer to a DAT tape. Combines the abbreviation with テープ (tape).
古いDATテープをデジタル化したい。
I want to digitize old DAT tapes.
Also used, though テープ is more common. カセット emphasizes the cassette form factor.
Referring to a device that records or plays DAT tapes.
Standard term for a DAT deck or recorder/player unit.
スタジオにはまだDATデッキが置いてある。
There is still a DAT deck in the studio.
Specifically emphasizes the recording function. Also common.
The full Japanese term, though less common than the abbreviation. Used in formal or explanatory contexts.
デジタルオーディオテープは、主にプロの音楽制作で使われました。
Digital audio tape was mainly used in professional music production.
DATカセットはもう生産されていません。
DAT cassettes are no longer produced.
DATレコーダーでライブを録音した。
I recorded the live performance with a DAT recorder.