advice on playing old reel to reel tape

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I discovered an old (1962) reel to reel tape amongst my recently deceased Mother's belongings. This tape has a speech by Martin Luther King which was taped by my Father. The tape is priceless. I'm sure it has not been played in 40 years. Is there anything I should do before attempting to play it? I'm concerned that I could damage it. Thanks.

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Topic - advice on playing old reel to reel tape - quimbyts 16:43:09 05/04/05 (5)

Here's a few tips! - grhughes 08:24:15 05/06/05 (0)

Re: advice on playing old reel to reel tape - quimbyts 17:19:37 05/05/05 (0)

Re: advice on playing old reel to reel tape - Marantzguy 10:59:49 05/05/05 (0)

Re: advice on playing old reel to reel tape - Doc B. 09:29:37 05/05/05 (1)

Re: advice on playing old reel to reel tape - quimbyts 13:05:55 05/06/05 (0)

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