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A Strange Disc Tested – The Partially-Silvered CD-R

1 · Goughlui · May 22, 2026, 10:42 a.m.
Computing Optical Media cd optical disc CD-Rs Optical Media Technology personal experiences
Summary
The blog post discusses the author's favorite type of disc, particularly focusing on nearly-extinct black CD-Rs, highlighting their unique characteristics and the engineering behind their design.
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