A cool article concerning Maxell XLII cassettes which I used a LOT of back in the day for tape trading (Led Zeppelin collector).
“Additionally, their affordability keeps them accessible to a wide audience, while their popularity in DIY and indie music cultures highlights their ongoing relevance,” McCord says. “Overall, these factors have solidified cassettes’ place in the hearts of music lovers, allowing them to outlast formats like DATs and MiniDiscs.”