Media Conversions

Sounds and sights can last forever, but the media that they may be recorded on, does not.

Magnetic media (audiocassettes, audiotape, videotape, computer disks, etc.) are inherently unstable, withan approximate shelf life of 25 years. This does not mean that every tape will self-destruct in 25 years, but rather that the signs of deterioration begin to appear by this time. Common problems that occur as magnetic tape ages include: binder degradation (sticky tape or shed), flaking or loss of magnetic particles, and substrate deformation (deterioration, stretching, and shrinking of the tape backing). Factors such as good environmental and storage conditions, tape quality, and restricted use of master tapes will help extendthe longevity.
Every time a magnetic tape is played, it is subjected to wear and scratching as well as to potential damage from loading and ejection.
- source: solinet.net

Many early forms of audio/ video media have a limited shelf life. Even without use, the media itself may deteriorate, leaving your information damaged or useless.

What types of Audio/ Video media can be converted?

Virtually ANY kind of audio/ video media, provided it isn’t damaged in any way.

• Audio Cassette tapes
• Vinyl Records
  
• 8mm tape
  
• DAT tapes
  
• VHS tapes
  
• Micro-cassettes

Some of my Audio/ Video media may be damaged or deteriorating; can you restore them?

Depending on the condition of the originals, It may be possible to restore some or all them to their original state. Digital editing allows us many ways in-which to enhance, edit and correct your audio/ video.

Don’t let the sights and sounds of your past, fade. Preserve them for many more years of enjoyment.

What can you convert my Audio/ Video files into?

• CD
• DVD
• Digital format
• internal hard drive (pc, laptop, etc)
• external hard drive (USB devices, Ipod, etc.)
• Internet/ remote archiving