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Name: IMO ABA Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	I LOVE THIS PAGE PLEASE KEEP THE GOOD WORK.
Name: John (USA)	I found a sweet site - http://mailboxvideo.net/beta.htm - I bought a bunch of Beta movies for only $2.99 each. They don't even care if you buy only one, it's still only $2.99. I mean these prices are really CHEAP. I bought 25 movies and all of them were in great condition, and played well.
Name: Shorouk Habib & John Fabianski ----- Homepage	We are on a Betamax cruisade! Down with VHS and bring back good old Betamax! VHS should have never become the established format in the home video industry for it offers subordinate picture and sound quality. Does anyone know of any retail outlet in the UK which supplies new Betamax recorders? Or would it be a good idea to get in touch with So
Name: Adrian ... Model(s): SL-C30	My beta i have had it since i my dad gave it to me 15 years ago it has been hevely used nearly everyday and has out lived 4 Panasonic VHS recorders in 15 years i have only bourght 2 new beta video tapes Long Live Beta:-)
Name: dvd 9174157082 Model(s): SL-3000 Homepage	we transfer vhs to dvd
Name: gemma ?	im lookin 4 a stereo system that looks an works good an at a reasonable price.It shud sound good and go loud.I'd like it to play cd's and tape's if possable mini disk's aswell.I'd like it as good as new and very cheep.It doesn't need t be big or small whot evers size is fine id like a good lot of sound out ov the sterio speeker's if u know where the
Name: panjer A.H.	de betamax is de beste vidio de betamax is een goet product van sony de betamax van sony de heb ik van mijn corlega gekregen de betamax is goet in staat hij is goet
Name: IMO ABA Homepage	i love this page please keep on the good work
Name: UZOAGBA ABA Model(s): SL-8080 Homepage	I LOVE THIS VERY PAGE.
Name: MARK ALEXANDER
Name: James Aaron Model(s): VTC-5000	Its been some time guys good to see youre still here, i used to get a lot of betamax machines through my line of business and sold a few onto some of you guys, as you guys know getting a good one to last is like searching for the Grail. I have hundreds of tapes still having moved and offloaded my machinery to a friend, a friend who has them in stor
Name: Tom Adams	Greetings, All! VERY glad to find that there are still fellow Betamax lovers out there, and more than a bit gratified to see that there are still some of us in the U.S. !!! Since 1976, I've WORN OUT four different Beta format machines (three Sony two of them were Hi Fi, one Sanyo), and I currently have two Sony Hi Fi machines, and more NTS
Name: Duane Adkins Model(s): SL250 SUPERBETA
Name: Mohammed Saeed Al Sahaf Homepage	These lies you continually perpetrate against the Betamax, are complete fabrications! It is the Zionist propaganda which has made you crazy. Betamax, Allah be praised, is still the number one superior video format and will never run away! Never! I triple guarantee you! JVC has never progressed with their infidel VHS, if they had, which they have no
Name: John Aldrich Model(s): SL-20	I have a Betamax Model SL-20 (I am assuming Canadian or U.S. model). Programming the unit is a nightmare without an Operating Manual. Does anyone know where I can get a manual. Failing that, if anyone has a Model SL20 and would like to E-Mail me the instructions on how to program the unit to receive cable channels, also how to set the clock. Yo
Name: Mark Alexander Model(s): SL-HF950	Me again ! For sale Sony SLC9 (DC to DC converter fault and tape tension problem) heads and loading mech ok.
Name: Danny Allen Model(s): SL-HF950	Oh it still a joy to betascan with the remote in a rapid user friendly way that no expensive VHS or even digital format has proven that they can match that old hight speed scan click click back and forth like no other machine on the planet ever. Thankyou Sony for the memories. Look out for whats coming from Sony next because it obvious they
Name: Martha Alvarado	I have just unpacked a sony T9ME betimes which was in storage for many years. Can you tell me how much I can get for it? thank you.
Name: Luiz Augusto Alvarenga de Barros Model(s): Brazilian SL-500MD
Name: Luiz Augusto Alvarenga de Barros Model(s): Brazilian SL-500MD
Name: Albert An Model(s): SL-C20 Homepage	Best
Name: Arthur Anderson	Whoever is looking for an adapter for playing Beta tapes in a VHS VCR needn't waste their time. Never have and never will. Beta tapes can not play in a VHS machine! You've been thinking of those nasty ubiquitous little VHS-C camcorder tapes that can be put in an adapter to play in home VCRs.
Name: Jamie Anderson Model(s): VTC-9100 Homepage	Perth based company offering transfer services for video tape formats including Betamax
Name: Ron Anderson Model(s): SLO-1700	In the 80's Betamax was industry std in Oz for preview, prog prep etc. I am a TV Director-was given a SL-C7 when I changed networks in 1981- and a SLHF-150 when I returned in 1988. Still use Betamax every day - a SLO-1700 with a VTX-100EC Color tuner and the SLHF-150. Looked at some old tapes of award shows from the late 80's the other day - great
Name: Ron Anderson Model(s): SLO-1700, SLHF-150	Looking for a manual for a PAL SLO-1700 Sony Betamax - the mastering machine with 2 VU meters and no tuner.
Name: Daniel Andersson Model(s): V-32	Nice site! Keep it up!
Name: David Andreu	Yo tengo el sony sl-c30e y quiz� consiga un sl-f30 y un sl-f90. tambien tengo un sanyo, el vtc-nx10 pero le falta la tapa del sintonizador de canales
Name: Ghosh Anny Model(s): SL-8080
Name: Stanley Artley Model(s): SL-8080	great
Name: Hisanori Asari Model(s): SLHF-750
Name: Vivian Ashcraft Model(s): Super Betamax	Just got this unit and can't get a picture, though I can hear the tape moving. NEED HELP!!!! Would love a manual!!!! Thanks for this site.
Name: Harri Asunta Model(s): SL-HF950	I've been a Beta fan since approx.1980 when our family got it's first Sanyo Betacord. After that I've owned Sonys SL-C7, SL-HF100 and now SL-C9 and SL-HF950 which I use for taping from Pal Laserdiscs for picture and sound quality. Nice work Alan and I'm glad you found use for my brochures!
Name: Bruce Atwood	I would like to find a replacement remote control that will operate the 2x play on a Sony slhf900. Does anyone have the codes?
Name: Lance Avery Model(s): SL-HF100	Love this site. I grew up with a Sanyo VTC 5300 what a tough legend, now have a SLHF100AS works great and plays 1983 tapes recorded on the Sanyo. Beta is Beautiful.
Name: PAUL B.	I AM LOOKING TO SELL MY SL-HFT 7 SUPER BETA HOME THEATER. IT IS MINT CONDITION I HAVE THE REMOTE AND THE OWNERS MANUAL .LOOING FOR $500 OR BEST OFFER THANKS.
Name: john BARROW Model(s): SL-8080 Homepage	HOW NOT TO MAKE IT IN THE POP WORLD (THE DIARY OF AN ALMOST HAS BEEN) NEWS RELEASE New book by tenor sax man JOHN BARROW, one of the journeymen of pop music. In a playing career spanning twenty years he has worked with world name artists including: BOY GEORGE / CULTURE CLUB / THE FUN BOY THREE / IGGY POP / MUSICAL YOUTH / THE SWINGING LAU
Name: ANDREW BENHAM Model(s): SL-C40	DOES ANYBODY KNOW THAT BETAMAX IS THE ONLY WAY TO COPY 'MACROVISION' ENCODED VIDEOS. AND FOR READERS IN THE UK THAT INCLUDES PPV FILMS ON THE 'SKY DIGITAL' SERVICE! BETA IS BETTER
Name: Charles Baker Model(s): SL-HF100	I have three Beta machines for sale, one NEC Beta hifi, (needs repair) and one Sanyo Beta hifi (works perfect) and one Zenith Director top load Beta.
Name: Robert Ball Model(s): SL-C9	Have all sorts of Beta machines from SL8000 to C20 (incl a much prized C9!). Also manuals, spare parts etc. Machines used regualrly!
Name: Alex Bandini Model(s): SL-C7	I found a father's Sony Betamax c7 in my attic. If you are interested mail me
Name: Michael Bannerman Model(s): Generic Sony	Great page!
Name: Richard Bardsley Model(s): V-9600	I use a Sanyo VTC 6500. Would like a Sony sterio model.What would VCR be like if Beta had won the format war? With all technology applied to VHS just to try to achieve the quality applied to Beta it would be fantastic.
Name: Tanny Barnes	Bought our SL-2000 new in 1984. Just found all the Betaphile locations lately. Hope to enjoy our old tapes again soon!!
Name: Alan Barnett Model(s): SL-C9 Homepage	My prime mover these days is an SL-HF950 because I just can't survive without the hi-fi sound but I still have a soft spot for the SL-C9. The reel transport in this VCR is just great.
Name: James Barr Model(s): SL-2700	I ant to give my Sony SL-2700 ahome . It's Hi-Fi, PCM. It has remote, cover, manual and lots of tapes. I just do not want to pay the shipping.
Name: Rod Barry Model(s): VTC-9100	I bought my Sanyo Betacord VTC 9100A February 1981 and I am watching it in my Garage on a 25 TV. My kids are grown men and were little when I brought this home. We did not know anyone who had a recorder in those days but after veiwing ours every body wanted one. I have about 75 movies from the 1980's and they play fine. I still love this machine.
Name: Rod Barry Model(s): VTC-9100 Homepage	I bought my Sanyo Betacord VTC 9100A February 1981 and I am watching it in my Garage on a 25 TV. My kids are grown men and were little when I brought this home. We did not know anyone who had a recorder in those days but after veiwing ours every body wanted one. I have about 75 movies from the 1980's and they play fine. I still love this machine.
Name: Javier Basilio Model(s): SL-C9 Homepage	Hi all! Waw! At least DVD bring us similar quality to Betamax that VHS steal us ... xD
Name: Alan Benham Model(s): SL-HF950	14/09/97 SLHF950 Still going strong, Would love to know where I can get high quality new tapes from in the UK, glad to know that there are still a lot of Beta Format lovers still out there. Shame Sony failed to remain loyal!!
Name: Peter Bennett Model(s): SL-F1	Love the F1 but still looking for a good HF950 - someday! someday!
Name: William Benway Model(s): VTC-9300	Just bought my first beta recorder today 13 nov 2006.Im 33 and im an avid laserdisc collector aswell.Thanks and all the best
Name: Xavier Betauser Model(s): SL-HF660	I need a user manual of the Sony SuperBetaMax SL-HF660...Anyone kind enough to give me a copy?
Name: Peter Biermans Model(s): SL-HF100	Who can help me?? I have the SL HF100 video recorder, but it has a problem. With pre-recorderd tapes it works perfectly as well video as audio channesl but with recorded tapes on this machine I got, when I playback the tape, first some horizontal stripes and a second later the movie or what is on tape, disappears. At fast forward the video is vis
Name: James Bigger Model(s): SL-3000
Name: Jonathan Blaine	I'm glad to see I'm not alone. I have an EDV-9300 (which is currently quite ill, which is why I came in search of Beta sites). Would love to get my hands on a 1000. I had one, but it was stolen when I lived in Calgary so my insurance company replaced it with the 9300. I have a VHS machine (yuck) but use it only for time-shifting and watching re
Name: Boby Bobby Homepage	I GUESS I SOLVED MY PROBLEM ON 950
Name: Mark Boddy Model(s): SL-HF950	I live in Canberra Australia. A Sony fan. I have had a SL-HF950ES since new after owning a SL-HF100. I still use Laser Disc and like Sci-Fi on DVD.
Name: Chad Boughton	Beta is the one and only format for me.And this is a great site to express that!
Name: John Bourn Model(s): VTC-9300	And there was I thinking I was the only one left with a Betamax VCR! My machine is 19 years old and still going strong - at least until tonight when it conked out (sob). Please see my cry for help on the chat page. Regards to all fellow Betamax users.
Name: Carlos Bragatto Model(s): My SL-30MD Homepage	Hey ! Greetings from Brazil !!! I'm a Beta-virgin, coz Beta didn't got here in Brazil, but I finally managed to get a SL-30MD one month ago !!! Beta Rules !
Name: Bill Brice Homepage	I service all makes and models of beta and vhs.
Name: Rob Brittain Model(s): SL HF100
Name: Mike Burgess Model(s): SL-C30	Betamax VCR is now nearly 20 years old but it's in mint condition and works perfectly. Have replaced most PSU PCB capacitors about 4 years ago and that sorted out most problems. When I bought a VHS VCR (in 1991)I thought I'd sell the Sony but after so many calls I realised I couldn't part with it only to sell it for a few pounds. Since then my
Name: Aston Burke
Name: Anthony Burns
Name: Mike Burton (Delaware USA) Model(s): GCS-50 and SL-HF600	I've had my SL-HF600 since I bought it in 1985. Prior to that I had a SL-5000 (1981) and a SL-2410 Talking Betamax (1983), but those two are long gone. Besides my 600, I've also added a SL-HF300, a SL-25, my second SL-5000, and two GCS-50s. I'd like to add more from local sources, but Delaware is a barren place for Betas. Thank goodness for the
Name: William Z Butryn Model(s): SL-HF900	Greatest machine EVER
Name: Will C	BETAMAX forever and a new proposal for VHS machines and their wretched tapes. The recycle bin outside. By the way, the only reason why a store bought VHS movie looks half decent is because it was recorded using professional equipment Probably from a Beta!
Name: KEN CANTRELL Model(s): SL-C30	i am looking for a new set of heads can anyone help
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Name: DEE CREWS	DOES ANYONE KNOW HOW TO OR WHO COULD TURN BETA INTO VHS OR DVD
Name: C. Calder-Young Model(s): SL-2410-USA MDL	Beta Is Better!
Name: Bob Campbell	looking for repair manuals ... please suggest sources in USA .. thanks
Name: Markus Carcus Model(s): VTC-9300	Hi All Beta Fans, I used to repair Sony, Sanyo & Toshiba Betamax VCR's during the early to mid 1980's for a main dealer. I can get some new spare parts still but only a limited amount available now, mainly Sony but some Sanyo. I'm also looking for a model equivelent list between European & US models.
Name: Massimo Carlucci Model(s): SL-HF100
Name: Alan Castle Model(s): SL-C9
Name: Tony Chambers Model(s): SL-C20	i love Betamax quality cant be topped
Name: Will Chambers Model(s): SL-8080	Just wanted to sign.
Name: Edith Chang Model(s): VTC-NX100	I still watch Betamax, because it is the One True Video Tape format. To hell with VHS! xx Edith -)
Name: Carlo Chery Model(s): SL-HF950	I have this beta SL-HF750 which I beleive may be identified as SL-HF950 I have to get the Heads changed.I wonder is that worth it.I love that machine so much
Name: A. Choate Model(s): SL-5200 SL-HF450	The SL-HF450 Circa 1986 is the first surviving betamax from my child hood and is worn out from years of heavy use and is rtiered to my room. The other a Sears Betascan (Sanyo) was a tape eating belt breaking machine donated it to my schools next to new sale after the motor died. The third a recently purcased SL-5200 I got this less than a week ago
Name: Artis Christian Model(s): sl2300
Name: Phil Christie Model(s): SL-C9	Hi there i would like to buy a C9 in any condition i rememberd when they come onto the market and always thourt they were a beautiful machine Phil
Name: Eddy Chumaidi Model(s): SL-C9
Name: Ronald Clemente	I want a BETA recorder! It never dawned on me to look into the beta system I never rent movies just record. I bet the beta systems have great features on their units not just their remote controls. I guess I forget to look into the beta systems. Always assumed they were expensive or professional. Now I realize this was the format and machine for m
Name: Nelson Clifton Model(s): SL-HF950
Name: Alex Codeglia Model(s): SL2710 (NTSC) Homepage	I love BETA. I'm only 12 years old and I collect old/new videogames, 8-tracks (2-tracks,4-tracks too), and anything BETA. I got my first BETA player at a flea market. It worked okay, but after rewinding two tapes it crapped out on me. I just recently tried to get it fixed at a local TV shop, but they said that they couldn't fix it
Name: Warren Coleman Model(s): SL-F30
Name: Graham Collins Model(s): Toshiba V-8600B	looking for drive belts
Name: Bruce Conover Model(s): BETAMAX SL-HF300	Lost all audio all of a sudden. Picture is clear all functios well except audio. When I press plat the Beta Hifi panel light goes off. I have 1000's of hours of music I can't play!! WHaaaaaaaaaa..Help
Name: James Copp-Taylor	I currently run 5 machines, three of which are working, the VTC5000 needing new heads. I am wanting to expand my collection with some stereo and superbeta machines. Anyone with machines (working) they wish to sell just email me on my address.
Name: James Copp-Taylor Model(s): VTC-6500	I would like to take this opportunity to thank Alan Barnett for all his help in getting my C7 and C5 up to working order. The links that were provided were invaluable and I have now decided to take the action detailed in them. Being only 18 I have missed most of the early days of Betamax. I believe that we have lost an excellent system due to
Name: Bill Covey Homepage	I was just surfing and run across the site. I read the interesting comments.
Name: GW Cox	Someday, I hope before my kids are grown and gone and before the last Beta format machine stops running, I will get a working Beta player. Money and priorities seem to always stand in my way.
Name: Stephen Craig Model(s): SL-C9	Any one got a pal Hi-Fi machine they would like to part with?.
Name: Tom Crane Model(s): VTC-5000 Homepage
Name: Eric Crawford Homepage	I purchased this unit new in 1983 and am looking for someone to fix it in the US. It has always provided a superb picture and terrific sound quality.
Name: Tom Crawford Model(s): EDV-9500 Homepage	Even though I also own a couple of high-end S-VHS machines, Beta is still my preferred format. Besides the EDV-9500, I also own an EDV-9300!
Name: Roy Cropper Model(s): V-5470	Betamax - the sensible choice!
Name: Soul DZire Model(s): Not Sure	Can anyone out there PLEASE let me know if there is any Adapter or Connector for me to play my Beta-Max Tapes in my VHS-VCR Player??? Is there such a thing available......... Thanks
Name: Hatem Daken Model(s): SL-T50ME	I feel somewhat punished for insisting to use a Beta format in predominant VHS world. Spare parts are obsolete. It is difficult to get honest technical advice and servise. Maintenance and repair manuals are scarce. Regardless, I will still the Beta over the VHS.
Name: Nick Dalzell Model(s): Old Reliable Sanyo Beta Hi-Fi VTC-M20	Found my first experience with BETA when five of them came into my school as junk...Fixed up two of them, two sanyo BETACORDS, accidentally ruined the head drum of a SONY who-knows-what piano key top loader, one was a parts deck (Sanyo BETACORD) with 90% of it's parts missing, which had the remaining parts used in my two that work now, and another
Name: Michael Danaher Model(s): SL-F1	I Have a nearly new SL-F1 and TT-F1 for sale, complete with orginal boxes, manual, remote control,Battery, one to offers.
Name: Anirban Das Gupta Model(s): SL-HF100P	Hi, I am from India and a fan of Sony Beta format,although this format was not popular in India. BPL Ltd.,tried to promote a Beta format VCR in collaboration with Sanyo, long back, but it did not work out. However, your site is very comprehensive for Beta/Betamax.
Name: Aur�lien Daups Model(s): SL-HF950	Hi, i have all these models, and i love all :) the SL-T20ME was the first of my collection, then the SL 800ME, then the SL-T50ME, then the SL-HF 100EC, then the ultimate SL-HF950, then THE wonderful BMC 550P,and antoher BMC 550P. and i have too a SL C30 for spare and a BMC 100 for spare too. Voil�, it's all my collection (for the moment LOL)
Name: M David	Does anyone have a Vidimagic(preferably Tuner)FOR SALE.Please contact me
Name: J.Michael Davison Model(s): SL-HF100 Homepage	This machine I still have but it only records a decent hi-fi sound track on old tapes. The latest batch of Sony tapes only produce raspy or no readable hi-fi track so(are you listening SONY) I was compelled to go to s-vhs(spit spit) and I am not impressed with the very poor colour bandwidth which I believe is no better than standard vhs although th
Name: St�phane De Montigny	Hi! some of you search for old camcorders battery s like np-11 or np-22, np-1 and other model go to www batterybank.com . from Montreal Canada.
Name: St�phane De Montigny	i love beta since 1985 i own sony sl-hf 300 and the portable sl-2000,the tuner tt-2000 and the video camera the sony hvc-2400.from Montreal.
Name: Roberto De sa Model(s): sl-hf 300	hi I need the sl-hf 300 operating or instruction user manual.
Name: Bob DeChiaro	I looking for a beta machine to purchase call me toll free @ 888-939-9995 if you have one
Name: Paul DeMara Model(s): SL-2500 Homepage	I love my SL-2500.Does anyone know where I can get an owners manual for it. I still use this machine a lot and love my beta machines.
Name: Dana Deane Model(s): SL-3000	Im looking for a Beta Max Machine. Please E-Mail Me For an Offer.
Name: Vince Destra Model(s): SL-HF900
Name: Diana Diana Model(s): SL-C20 Homepage	Your web site inspired me a lot. Thank you very much.
Name: Luis Fernando Diaz Model(s): SL-HF100
Name: Marina Dinkler Model(s): SL-C7 Homepage	It feels good to have a global Betamax community! My C7, bought in 1981, still runs...
Name: David Dixon Model(s): SL-HF1000, SL-HFR0070	i AM IN CANADA AND ALWAYS HAD BETAMAX, I HAVE 3 BETAMOVIES CAMERAS (THAT DO WORK!)AND 4 BETAMAX MACHINES (2 NOT WORKING) LIVE LONG BETAMAX!!!!
Name: Predrag Dobrota Model(s): SL-HF950
Name: Noel Dolor	Though this sanyo has been with me for 20 years--it was actually a gift--it still works 'very good.' In spite the absence of Beta tapes now. I use it mainly to record from TV, and was able to maintain it well, though I mostly watch my fave pictures on VHS. Some of my Beta tapes include Jurassic Park, Reality Bites, and Forrest Gump --some fave
Name: Martin Dougherty	I am looking for a schematic for an SL-2300. I have one that show a time display but no power light and it does not accept tapes. I agree that Beta is a superior format and should be revived. I have heard that is still thrives in Europe and Asia. Can anyone explain what happened to Beta in the US? I've heard that Sony made a marketing mistake when
Name: Ian Douglas Model(s): SL-8000	1978 SL8000 ub still working
Name: Ted Dud	I am looking for PAL Betamax player..is anyone can help me
Name: CHRISTIAN ECKERT	I want to copy cassettes from betamax to dvd can anybody help me i live in france thank you
Name: Wolfgang Engelhard Model(s): SL-HF950
Name: Leif Eriksson Model(s): SL-F1
Name: melanie Erin Model(s): dont know	Hello PLEASE HELP am desperately seeking all over to find the old classic movie of superwoman not superman superWOMAN. might be on Beta Cord. it is rather old so i wouldnt be suprised if it was late 1970's or something like that i think it may have been around the christopher reeves time period. it is not a cartoon it is a normal movie and at the
Name: Martin Evans Model(s): SLO-1700 Homepage	Things all started with a trusty C7 then moving into the stereo world with the C9. Now happy with a SLO-1700 for ultra-reliability and HiFi sound.
Name: ROBERT H. FOX Model(s): SL-T50	1) I HAVE A SL-T50 AND LOOKING FOR PARTS 2) I AM LOOKING FOR A SL-800ME, SL-200ME, OR ANY OTHER MULTY-SYSTEM
Name: Kevin Fardink Model(s): VTC-9100	I'm hoping someone can help me in this. I'm searching for the pause only wired remote for my Sanyo VTC 9100A. I believe that the pause remote was standard for the 9100 as well. I'd be willing to buy the remote pause, or trade it for an RCA Selectavision CED player Styus/Cartridge (I have several NOS CED Stykus/Cartridges in my CED collection).
Name: Craig Felsmann Model(s): SL-HF950	betainfoguide.com is a fantastic site that just has to be visited! Long live Beta!
Name: Howard Feng	I started with a SL-20 e-z beta back in 1985, and now own approximately seventy beta decks, including about fifty that are in working condition. I own models from the classic SL-7200 through the SL-HF900 to the SL-HF2000 still looking for a SL-HF750, SL-HF1000, and a SL-HF2100 to complete my beta collection. Long Live Beta! Howard
Name: Luis Fer Model(s): SL-HF950	I�m a owner Sony SL-HF950, it�s wonderful picture and sound, it�s incredible
Name: Lupe Fiasco Model(s): SL-3000	Great site guys I really like it - keep up the good work
Name: Kata-Productions (Australia) Film, Television & Video Homepage	We specialise in quality TBC'ed betamax transfers to videotape and DVD/VCD. Secure and fast turnaround offered globally. Film transfer & restoration services also available.
Name: Nicholas Flowers Model(s): SL-C7	I have a Sony SL-C7, Sanyo VTC 5150 and a Sony SL-C6. The C6 was rescued from a school (Birmingham schools used Beta for ages), and has been refurbished by myself (I'm an electronic engineer). My JVC S-VHS machine (sorry for swearing) is little used.... I have over 100 beta tapes!
Name: Richard Flynn	I still own the original Betamax SL-5400 and except for the door on top it still works. The door jambs in the closed position.
Name: Robert Force	I have known about the superior quality of BetaMAX for a long time, but until now had no idea this sort of interest existed. I may have to look into getting a machine or two. I am looking for any information I can get about a Sony Beta camcorder model BMC-160. My brother-in-law has this item and is having problems with the power adapter. It d
Name: Sean Forsy Model(s): SL-HF100	Have owned a Beta machine since late 1980's. I have hundreds of old beta tapes, and collect older events taped on beta, am always on the lookout for Detroit Tigers games recorded on beta in the early days 1976-84
Name: Jonathan Fowler
Name: Jonathan Fowler Model(s): SL-F1 Homepage	I love these things. They're carved from solid .....
Name: Dominique Francon Model(s): SL-C20	This is a great website!
Name: Mike Franklin Model(s): SL-C7	I have four Betamax SL cassette decks: two SL-C5 and two SL-C7, for immediate disposal for spare parts, free of charge, but must be collected from Staffordshire in UK. Are there any takers...?
Name: Mavis Frewin	I have a large number of betamax tapes - some never used in original packing i wish to dispose of for a fair price. I also have 3 players. Any help or advise welcomed. I live in Hampshire, England and would be willing to deliver a resonable distance.
Name: ROB GADNEY Model(s): SL-C5	Hi all This is the best site about BETAMAX i have some of the sonys that have faults on that i am fixing c30 SLC 5 6 7 and and two sanyos all the best to all Rob ps long live BETAMAX
Name: ROBO GADNEY Model(s): SL-C9	I AM VERY HAPPY WITH MY BETAMAX COLECTION BUT FINDING IT HARD TO GET BITS HEADS EXT
Name: JOHN GLANVILL Model(s): SL-F25	I HAVE ALWAYS THOUGHT BETAMAX IS FAR BETTER QUALITY THAN VHS
Name: JOHN GLANVILL Model(s): SL-C7	I WOULD LIKE TO BYE A BETAMAX RECORDER AS MINE IS ON THE BLINK CAN ANYBODY OUT THERE HELP. JOHN
Name: LARRY GORDON	GREAT WEBSITE
Name: SUVARNA GOSWAMI	Hi, I'm looking for a PAL-Betmax player which is in good working condition, if anyone selling please let me know..... Thanks !
Name: MUGU GUYMAN Model(s): SL-8000	PLEASE GUYMEN, KEEP OFF, I DON REACH HERE
Name: Sean Gallagher Model(s): SL-2401 (I own one) Homepage	Hello, I have an SL-2401 with about 30 tapes. I would like to someday own (hint to anyone selling one): a Beta Camcorder, SuperBeta Hi-Fi(SL-HFXXX), or a portable model. It's good to see that some people were smart enough to keep Beta alive and use it instead of that other format that I used blindly until I saw a tape on my aunt's Sanyo Beta. I k
Name: David Garside Model(s): SL-C7	Sony C7. A great machine, mine has just died but I ve found a replacement on e bay, just search Sony Betamax and you ll be surprised what comes up.
Name: Stevie Gee Model(s): SANYO 7200	Just bringing my BETA out of the closet! Hope to use it for Audio recording of Vinyl 78s and Video watching, if we can find a good source.
Name: Jury Gents Model(s): SL-8000 Homepage	super
Name: Abdulnasser Ghul Model(s): SL-HF100P Homepage	Betamax is the best machine that I have ever owned.
Name: Matthew Gibb Model(s): SL-C6 Homepage	Its great going to garage sales and 2nd hand shops and picking up machines and movies for a song just because most people think its inferior and obsolete. Some people will do anything to get rid of their old Beta's. Lucky for me, i know how good Beta and they dont I see that Digital Beta is around, my audio visual wholesaler sells the machines
Name: Matthew Gibb Model(s): SL-C6 Homepage	Private collector of films on all formats bar laserdisc since 1980, bought my Sony SLC6AS betamax for $50 bucks AUD and its running sweet, especially for transferring to VHS for poor unfortunate people who dont have the real video format Great website, would like to buy another betamax machine and original movies, probably C7/8 or industrial d
Name: Matthew Gibb Model(s): SL-C6 Homepage	Got into BETAMAX back in mid 1990's and have never looked back. I've got all the home video formats now, VHS (five machines) PAL and NTSC, DVD region 4 and Laserdisc. Have 3,000 videos in my shed, most of which are VHS from the states and australia but over 800 betamax I've had three machines in my time, Sanyo VTC5000 and the later version, those
Name: Matthew Gibb Model(s): SL-C6 Homepage	My trusty Sony SLC6AS model betamax is still suffering capstan servo lock failure but i will hopefully be getting that fixed by the sony service centre in adelaide in a few weeks. Have almost 1,000 beta movies, most originals but am wondering what model Sony machine i should look for if my C6 ain't fixable and as a spare so i can transfer movies t
Name: Larry Gibson	I have three Sanyo mono beta recorders for sale with 97 used tapes with movies of various titles. I have 11 blank tapes also. One machine is a Sanyo-Sears version that is like new. One Sanyo is in good shape and one needs repair or can be used for parts. The drive gear keeps kicking out on the bad one. Will all together. Make me an offer! Larry
Name: Mark Gilbert	I heard about you on Radio 5 last night. I'm glad to see that beta still has a following , always look out for the underdog!
Name: RIchard Gillespie Model(s): SL-3000	I'm looking for any copies of NFL or college football games recorded in the 70's or early 80's by a Beta enthusiast. If you or someone you know has even one game please let me know. These games are getting harder to find. Thanks so much.
Name: Angel Gimenez Model(s): SL-C30	I have a Betamax Model SL-30. Does anyone know where I can get an Operating Manual. A.G.
Name: H. Glinka Model(s): SL-C9	I�m a owner of two Sony SL-C9E using for audio (DC to DC converter fault). Maybe other problems too. Can anybody give assistance by getting spareparts and repair in Euroupe/Germany. Thanks
Name: Vitold Gornicz
Name: Jonathan Gottesmann Model(s): SL-C7
Name: Jerry Gray
Name: Sidney Greenstreet Model(s): V-8600	My ex-girlfriend got my V-8600. One of these days I'll catch up with her, and I hope it still works!
Name: John Grieve Model(s): VTC-9100	I'm a new collector to Beta. Nearly 20 years after my parents decided to dump the old beta in favour of VHS, I've suddenly discovered a new liking for the format. Would like SONY to release some new machines.
Name: Glendon Gross Homepage	I just obtained this SL-5600 at a thrift store, and I'm looking for the service manual. This thing is built like a tank! It made a believer out of me. :)
Name: Beta Guy	After visiting this website I'm now going to buy a betamax machine.
Name: GARY HADDOW Model(s): SL-C7	LOOKING FOR HF100 FOR SPARES HOPE SOMEONE CAN HELP BETAMAX IS STILL THE SUPERIOR FORMAT .VHS SHOULD NEVER HAVE BEEN
Name: Jonathan Handoyo Model(s): SL-HF99ES Homepage	I would like to find a manual book of the above mention series, because I bought it from a second hand store, thank for letting me in. Happy Betamax PALsite. It has 4 heads superBeta hifi, complete with 40 preset tuner.
Name: Mark Harbour	Looking for a newer machine to play my old tapes..... I have 3 old Betas all at least 15 years old. All still do something well, playback or record.... but all have some problem.... won't record, tracking errors on playback, or tape won't eject... so I'd like a new machine..... Any hope for me?????
Name: Max Hartel Model(s): SL-HF950	BETAMAX rules!
Name: Jimmie Hathaway II Model(s): SL-C20 Homepage	I have many units in various conditions and lots of good used blank tapes to sell. Let me know how I can help you.
Name: Niels Hauke Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	i always wanted a beta vcr and in june 1999 i found a sl-hf100 in a small shop. i bought it for DM 300 and i'm very happy with it. now i'm trying to find the king hf950.
Name: Niels Hauke Model(s): SL-HF950	Great Site! Best wishes for the future from Germany!
Name: Dermot Hayes	I have about a dozen Betamax tapes of stage shows(Musicals etc)which my theatre group did in Ireland in the late 70s and early 80. I have been the archivist for the group and many of us are spread around the world now(I live in the U.S.). I wonder if the technology is out there yer that would enable me to convert my Betamax to DVD. Members of the g
Name: Melody Head	I do not know much about my beta just that I it plays smaller tapes Im looking to learn more and possibly seel mine to someone who would appreciate it
Name: Andy Hearn Model(s): SL-C7	Got given a C7 after hit by lightning, 3 weeks later, 23 ic's 57 diodes, 32 transistors got it working..permanantly hooked to the format!, still using it!
Name: Eugen Hencke Model(s): SL-HF950	Beta Fan since 1983 ! Fine system, fine machines, especially SONY !
Name: Terry Hendriks	I have just had new belts put in my VTC M-20, but it has been so long since I've used it, that I'm looking for an owner's manual. Help!! I would also like to copy cassettes from betamax to dvd . Can anybody help me I live in Australia, thank you.
Name: The Southern Advantage Co Herbert Sturt Model(s): Sony SL-HF2000, SL-HF2100 Homepage	WE LOVE BUYING AND SELLING. LET US KNOW WHAT YOU HAVE GOT OR WHAT YOU WANT
Name: Trefor Heywood Model(s): SL-HF950	I once owned a 950 and let it go - I need certifying! Never seen another one in real life. I have a Sanyo Beta that chews tapes so I can't use it and a Sonly SLHF100 that doesn't but the heads are knackered. I wish I knew where I could find parts also wich I knew where I could get another 950!
Name: Noel Higgins Model(s): SL-C9	I am a beta fan from 1980 with my first SLC7E, I moved to a mint SL-C9AS (Australian version) and have never looked back. I have now made a hobby of collecting and repairing the SL-C9 units and have moved on to collecting SL-HF100's and SL-HF950's. Parts are a challenge and getting dearer and harder to come by. I am a newcomer to the
Name: Frieda Hohenzollern Homepage	I love my Vidimagic FP-60 Beta VCR/Projection TV combo. Mine is missing all of it's flipper doors and cover panels though. If anyone had spare parts for this please let me know.
Name: Christian Hoj Model(s): SL-5000	I have a Sony SL-5000 with problems in the drum speed, I check the small electrolytics around the Drum Servo Chip C3 but I�m not sure if the c58 and c44 was replaced some time and have wrong values, if you know what are the correct values of this caps please tell me, also is very difficult adjust by eye the RV9 Drum Free control if you know what ar
Name: Simon C. Holden Model(s): SL-C9 Homepage	I'm forever saddened that Beta was unjustly stomped by VHS in the fickle world in which we live. But, having waited nearly 12 years to get my hands on a Sony SL-HF950 to replace my crippled Sanyo VTC-M40, I'm looking forward to browsing through some classic tapes. Does anyone know how to fix my M40? Does anyone want it for spares? And, who
Name: John Hooker Model(s): SL-8080	Really fascinating!
Name: Bill Hoover
Name: Richard Hoppes Model(s): SL-HFR70, SL-HF360 Homepage	It just makes me so mad that VHS is the format that stuck! I mean, isn't it obvious that Beta is the better format? Our family has three Beta machines (two of which were given to us), and most of our tapes are either second hand or were recorded off of television and they are still better than VHS! Oh well, I guess there is always hope
Name: Len Horowitz Model(s): VTC-9100 Homepage
Name: Andrew Host Model(s): SL-HF950	There will never be a VHS machine as good as my beloved SL-HF950ES. Sadly, an electro-mechanical fault has rendered it useless. Still looking for spare parts.
Name: Dennis Householder	I bought 3 Beta's during the 80's and still have my SL-HF500. It just broke in October, so I'm looking to get it fixed. I've also been bidding on eBay. I'll be watching my movies again in no time!
Name: Theodor Iancu Model(s): SL-8080 Homepage	Great site. I enjoyed my visit
Name: Martin Imber Model(s): SL-HF950	1 What happened to PAL ED-Beta 2 Any chance of new pre-recorded tapes - special to order
Name: Martin Imber Model(s): SL-HF950	I have a Sony SL-HF950, a Sanyo VTC-M40, a Sony SL-F1UB, Sanyo VTC6500 as well as a crappy Panasonic NV-D80 I was given
Name: Martin Imber Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	I am not selling but what is a recond SL-HF950 worth, also interested in Sanyo VTC-M40 spares
Name: DVD Infinity Homepage	We can convert you old Betamax (PAL) home videos to DVD. Remember video only has a short life time whilst DVD will last many generations. Contact us on +61 2 8903 2841. www.dvdinfinity.com.au Sydney Australia
Name: Mary J Model(s): VTC-NX100 Homepage	Vay
Name: MGBADA JOE ABA JOE Model(s): SL-3000 Homepage	I LOVE THIS PAGE. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
Name: Rickey Jeffcoat Homepage	No comments at this time.
Name: Alex Jensen Model(s): VBS7000	I have a good and solid Fisher VBS7000, easy and equal to and not to wear out, with its 30 years old still running it almost daily without problems, long live betacord and Betamax, easy to fix and repair and clean, i love this system
Name: Emil Jensen Model(s): SL-C7	Beta is the best video system, down with VHS
Name: Emil Jensen Model(s): SL-C9	Since i was 8 years old, i�ve got Betamax. And now i�m 19 years old! I�ve only have 3 models of Betamax! It is: Sony SL-C7E, Sony SL-C9E and Sony SL-C30! And they are still working! Perfect :)
Name: Emil Jensen Model(s): SL-C9	lived with Betamax since i grow up, and i love the system! Emil Jensen From Denmark
Name: Jim Jim Model(s): SL-3000 Homepage	It's good to know there are wonderful sites like this one on the net! Keep up the good work.
Name: George John Model(s): SL-100 Homepage	I wish That Sony Would reconsider!!
Name: Darren Johnson Model(s): SL-C5	I have an instruction manual for the Sony Betamax SL-C5UB, it is dated 1981 and in excellent condition. They are no good to me, so rather than throwing them away i'm giving them away free! If you want them just email me your postal address and i'll post them to you.
Name: Gary Johnson Model(s): SL-HFR70	I've had my machine for some 15 years. It is in good shape but needs to be repaired, it will FF & REW but will not play. Need help or suggestions.
Name: John Johnson Model(s): SL-HF950
Name: Rob Johnson Model(s): SL-3000	Fantastic site - Awesome!!
Name: Neil Johnstone Model(s): SL-8000 Homepage	BETA IS BETTER
Name: Charles Joly Model(s): SL-HF1000	Owner of SL-HF1000, SL-HFR70, SL-2710B, SL-2700B, SL-2001, and Sanyo VCR4650. I am able to help people work around common problems with these VCRs and many others. Don't be afraid to email !
Name: Carl Jonas Model(s): SL-8080 Homepage	Nice site guys! Keep up the good work.
Name: Byron Joseph
Name: Jerry Jovero Model(s): SL2710,SLHF400,SLHF450,SLHF900	I'm an owner of the sl2710, slhf400, sl2300, slhf450, and soon to be proud owner of the slhf900.
Name: Kevin K Model(s): SL-HF100	I have FORESALE, Betamax Video Machines, with HIFI, Some HIFI stereo and some MONO. Please email any request to [email protected]. Will take offers paid via PAYPAL and Buyer to pay shipping.
Name: BRIAN KERFOOT Model(s): SLHF-2100 Homepage	I', a L-O-N-G time Betaphile and own the ORIGINAL Sony LV-1901 as well as the Sony SLHF-2100 with B1s-SHB Recording on Beta. I'm from the USA and often wrote articles for the Beta Informer and The Betaphile Club Newsletter in the USA. As of January 2005 write to me at my NEW E-MAIL address of [email protected]
Name: KENNETH KNAUFF Homepage	I ENJOY USING MY BETA FORMAT I THINK IT IS BETTER THAN VHS
Name: HAROLD KOSTER Model(s): SL-HF950
Name: THE KURGAN Model(s): SL-C9	For sale sony C9 complete but fauly. Also breaking Sony hf100 and sony c9 and sony slv-715 (vhs) for spares (with remotes)
Name: Paul Kelman Model(s): SL-F1 Homepage	I'm now a fanatic Beta collector thanks to the Betamax PALsite. Any Beta chat is widely welcomed.
Name: Paul Kelman Model(s): SL-C5 Homepage	Anyone in Scotland wanting to sell their Beta machines or tapes, send me an e-mail, or anyone have a manual or remote for my SL-C5, get in touch. Cheers from another fan.
Name: Brian Kerfoot Model(s): SLHF-2100	Beta is truely better especially SHB-B1s Beta !!!
Name: Brian Kerfoot Model(s): SLHF-1000 Homepage	The SLHF-1000, SLHF-2100, and BMC-1000-K Super High Band B1s Sony Betas are the FINEST EVER MADE for picture quality!!
Name: Lloyd Kerry	I used to argue that Beta was best in the early 80's. Proved it with my Hi-fi SL-5200 and Michael Jackson's Thriller. I'm looking for a service manual for the SL-5200. Help!
Name: Hamid Khan Model(s): SL-F1 Homepage	A Beta enthusiast with a collection of machines - why not see some of them for yourself on my home page?
Name: Ruben Kimpen Model(s): SL-C7	I'm looking for a manual (SL-C7E) and I don't know were to search. Does anybody know where I can find one.
Name: Brian King Model(s): Sanyo VCR3900	To all who are looking for adapters for Beta to VHS: no such product could ever be developed. The Beta tape wraps around its playing heads completely differently than the VHS machines, and therefore, the two could never be adapted together. If you are in need of a Beta machine, Ebay is a great place to find one. Hi-Fi models can bring in upwards of
Name: Andr� Kleyn Model(s): SL-HF950	Where are those days. Beta/Better days !!! My first vcr I laid eyes on were the C-7. What a fantastic machine. My father bought the Sony C-6 model which gave good service despite replacing the threading belts a couple of times. Excellent picture and good sound. Unfortunately, he sold it for spares after losing interest in video. Well, till this day
Name: Carel Kuijer Model(s): SL-HF100P
Name: Carel Kuijer Model(s): SL-HF950	I specialize in repair of Betamax models.
Name: Darren LaPier	I'm an American using NTSC equipment though I still find this site interesting
Name: KK Lago Model(s): SL-C20	i dey hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii I lv th site
Name: Josephine Larke Model(s): SL-3000	I am trying to purchase a Beta Max that works good for a reasonable price. I would lke to give it to my husband so he can see his family pictures.
Name: Ram�n Lavado Mart�n Model(s): SL-HF950	I'll never understand why did VHS win...
Name: Ram�n Lavado Mart�n Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	I have two SL-HF950 (one working), two SL-C9 currently repairing, a not working SL-HF100, a Sanyo VTC-M20 and a Toshiba V-51. They are really wonderful machines, no VHS can compare
Name: Boby Lee Model(s): SL-HF950	My HF950 wont records on HiFi mode,any help? Tanks
Name: Dan Lee	I could not specify a fave model, as I am not that educated or a collector of Beta machines. I just wanted to praise you on a fantastic little website. I was a child of the 80's, and I remember when the time came for my parents to swap the Betamax player for a VHS, as all the new releases in the video rental store were only available on VHS. I h
Name: Laura Lee Model(s): SL-C30	Hi, My name is Laura and I live in Durban, South Africa.
Name: Ralph Leon	Purchasaed 1st top loader Sony in 70's (1200 bucks) tapes $10 ea (remem ber?) now have over 500 great tapes but my SL-HF350 beginning to jump off track in mid tape. Repaired once before-hope can find same repair source again. would appreciate any helpful advice
Name: Elizabeth Leslie	Are you related to Alan Bailey from Staffordashire, England? I believe he taught at Adelaide University. He had a brother Raymond. Alan Bailey was the boy next door and I would like to be in touch again. Can you please Help? Elizabeth Leslie
Name: Lee Lewis Model(s): VTC-9300	My favourite machine is still the Sanyo VTC-9300 simply because I bought it for �5 in 1986 to use as a second video in my study,and it's still going strong!I now have over 40 machines(18 of which are going, 14 of which are different models!)but the one I really like now is the C9-what a machine!Unfortunately the dc to dc converter is blown and
Name: John Linden	Need assist with older Sony Betamax SL-5100. Picture alternates with horizontal line pattern, about once a second. Sound is OK. Have cleaned tape path components and replaced most belts/Idler tire. Any trouble-shooting advice would be much appreciated.
Name: Michael Lombardo Model(s): SL-HF300	US Beta enthusiast. Interested in all matters Beta-related.
Name: Miguel Lopez Model(s): SL-C80E	My first Betamax right now and I don�t know how to tune on the channels or how to see the video image on my TV. I Need help
Name: Fernando Lorences Model(s): SL-F70	I Love Beta since I first saw a F70. Saludos cordiales desde Espa�a!
Name: Eric Lumsden Model(s): VTC-6500 Homepage	signed the guest book yesterday, Email address was erroneous, heavy hands gave double e and 221 instead of 21 as part of my Email address. Please edit? Thanks for the repair address, by the way, I m waaiting for parcel Force to collect. Happy me. [email protected]
Name: ANTON MARCHAISE Model(s): SLO-1700	HAVING A PROBLEM ANY ADVICE. have 2 sony SLO-1700s i have been using one for a bit but all of a sudden when i tape on it its only playing back through one of the level meters. What i mean is one is moving fully the other not at all but if i press hifi it does then. When playing normal films it only seems to be on the left meter the right hardly
Name: ANTON MARCHAISE	Andrew Benham get yourself a FERGUSON FV 88 HVX VHS machine it copies macrovision films without any flaws in stereo too. Or adjust the EE level on most VHS machines it makes the picture lighter on normal taping but tapes macro'd stuff perfect. I'VE JUST BOUGHT A COLLECTION OF 600 NEARLY MINT BETAMAX FILMS MOSTLY HORROR STUFF ALL PRE-CERT. HAVE
Name: ANTHONY MAW MASTERBROWSER Model(s): SL-HF750 Homepage	Long live Beta ! I finally succumbed to mob mentality and now I own three high end S-VHS decks (along with LV and DVD) But my trusty old Beta deck will always have a place on my equipment rack if not in my heart ! Beta is betta !!!!!!!
Name: NWA MUGU MUGU	NDI IGBO I AM PROUD TO BE A MUGU COME AND CHOP ME OOOOOO MUGU DEY TALK OOOOOO
Name: Michael MacQueen Model(s): SL-2401	If anyone is willing to sell a beta please let me know!
Name: Thomas Mapother IV Model(s): SL-C20	Great site! Keep up the good work!
Name: Fredrik Marklund
Name: Luis Martino Model(s): SL-5600	Really Beta is a better format. I have a SL-5600 Betamax (1979) wich is still running and fully operative. The BetaIII mode has a better video quality than SLP mode from newer VHS I had tested.
Name: Juan Jos� Mart�nez Model(s): SL-C9	I discover Beta since 1984 when my father bought a Sanyo M-10 (died in 1992).Actually have a Sony SL-F60,SL-C30 and a fabulous SL-C9. All Sony machines still working good! Beta is better!!
Name: Miguel de Mattos Model(s): SL-C30	I'd like to find a remote control for the SL-C30E Betamax 83/84? model
Name: Colin McCormick Model(s): VTC-M40 Homepage	Do pop into my Beta video page, part of the Beta Web Ring. I would love to get my hands on the ultimate Beta gear: Betacam, as used by ALL professional studios throughout the world. Beta will outlive VHS yet!
Name: Kevin C McCully Model(s): VTC-5000 Homepage	Hi, it's great to see someone supporting Betamax users. We are often scorned but never broken! It is an interesting format, I believe it is still used in the broadcasting industry. More power to your collective elbows! Cheers, Kevs.
Name: Tam McGhee Model(s): VTC-5000	Just a brief word, the very first vtr i owned was a Sanyo 5000, it was a budget machine and i think i paid �199 for it at Dixons, i had this machine for years, very little went wrong, in fact in my opinion as time would tell, it turned out that this machine was one of the better of the 5000 series and excellent value for money for that period. NB:
Name: Eric McGinn Model(s): SL-HF950	Way to keep betamax alive. I've always known that beta was better and had to endure the laughs of people who flock to the inferior VHS format. I am also a proponent of the laserdisc format. I am never going to give up on that either. Keep up the good work guys! Betamax rules!!!!!
Name: Reno Mclaurin Model(s): SLO-1700	I am glad to join the club my niece found it for me. I thought i was the only one. I have a wharehouse full of Beta movies & tons of Beta machines. I bought my first machine in 1980, friends asked why i bought beta. Since then all i watch is beta, don't own a vhs & never will. All the movies i have is beta. My whole family have beta, no vhs. Glad t
Name: Gerrit B. Meendering Model(s): SL-HF100
Name: Melody Melody Model(s): SL-C7	I have collected Beta Movies for over 10 years....
Name: Melody Melody	I have several hundred Beta movies and Beta Machine...Beta is awesome.However:Now I am ready to sell all
Name: David Metcalf Model(s): VTC-5000 Homepage	Avid Tech based in Sydney, Australia offer conversion and restoration of betamax tapes to DVD or Blu-ray.
Name: Alex Mikajlo Model(s): Any that work!	My favourite beta is any that works because currently I own fourteen betas, only four of which operate properly. working : VTC- 9100, SL-C35, V-31, V-32 unworking: VTC-5000 x 3 , VTC-9100 , VTC-5150, VTC-M20, SL-C6, SL-C7, V-9600 x 2.
Name: Paul Miller Model(s): SL-HF750	How does one adjust the tracking or sharpness on the SL-HF450? I just bought one and I also can't figure out how to get the slo-mo or frame-advance to work! I'm intimately familiar with the SL-HF750. One of my 750's needs a new speed control motor, but I can't find one. Paul ([email protected]) - 3/2/06
Name: Derek Minns	Also have a couple of Sanyo's, not in use, but were serviceable when fired up recently.
Name: Paul Mooney Model(s): Sanyo 7200 Homepage
Name: Bob Morrison	Still enjoy copying tapes, have a Sears and Sanyo, my favorite deck was the Sony SL23 which unfortunatly broke down
Name: Paul Moss Model(s): SL-F1 Homepage	I love betamax
Name: Ken Moyes Model(s): SL HF 400 (U.S. model)	It was a great machine, but I had to join the main stream. I still have it and am trying to determine if it has value.
Name: Bernard Muller
Name: Alexander Murray Model(s): VTC-5000	Just found this site. I'm looking for a user instruction book for my recently acquired Sanyo VTC 5000 Can anyone help please. Alex
Name: Dan Nassar Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	I have been doing some local commercials for my network security company and found something shocking. I have better output from my older BetaMovie camera, BMC-220 than my fleet of home use VHS recorders. Beta really rocked the hell out of VHS and it's a damn shame that some IT support people didn't make a unit like the Betas to keep up with the on
Name: Paul Nelson Model(s): SL-HF950	I have no longer a Betaxmax - last one I had I made a mess of trying to fix - years before I saw this website! Yet I have loads of tapes and bought a Ebay VTC5400P recently - did not know they had mono versions! - it has loading faults which I could not see a fix for - then decided it too low-fi for my purpose (I am a hi-fi nut after all). I will
Name: Paul Nelson Model(s): SL-HF100	anyone got BETAMAX for sale? July 2003: have one of each in disaster state, but many tapes to play. back in UK 6-19 August.
Name: Jos� Neto	I need the schedules of SL-F90 the SL-F90 dont work , the catridge not out. Tanks
Name: David Nightingale Model(s): SL-C9 Homepage	I well remember getting my first machine - a Sony 8000 from a rental shop in Blackpool purely and simply because it looked better than the equivalent first VHS machines (with those horrible sticky-outy levers)and I graduated through C7 to C9, which has now a busted loading mechanism (even with a conversion kit). I am now the local recipient of ever
Name: Annette O'Donnell	I have a HVC-1000 camera and Recorder SL-3000, and ac power adaptor AC 300C and would like to sell.
Name: MATTHEW OAKES Model(s): VTC-M40	BETAMAX IS WAY BETTER THAN VHS ANYDAY BUT I DONE KNOW ABOUT DVD EMAIL ME ON THE ONE U THINK IS THE BEST.
Name: ONYEZE OKESON	I LOVE IT.
Name: Guido Oberammagau Model(s): SL-3000	Who thought betamax was dead!
Name: Stephen Oberholzer	Would anyone care to help me? I would like to have an operating manual for my VTC 5250-SA VCR as well as a repair manual. Please inform me of your benevolence and sincerity. Thank you in advance.
Name: Tim Obert Model(s): SL-HF950	I was ssrounging through me attic above my garage and came upon this Beta. I use it as a master recorder when I master my cds. Works great for music. Know where I can get a tape or two?
Name: P. Odekirk Model(s): LV-1901	If anyone is interested, I have just listed a Sony LV-1901 Beta/TV combo on Ebay. Starting bid of $49.99. Ebay #5769065373 The TV and Beta Player work fine. It's in very good condition. Just needs a little cleaning due to dust from storage. Paul http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5769065373
Name: Stephen Orme Model(s): SL-C6	Hello. I've been bitten by the betamax bug. If you know of any betamax links or any uk sellers of parts and players, please let me know! Thanks.
Name: Charlie Ouellet Model(s): SL-T50 Homepage	I just recently reinstalled my old Sony Betamax, Model SL-T50ME, which I bought in Saudi Arabia in '84. It barely works, but, I'm enjoying viewing the many beta-tapes I recorded off Saudi Arabian TV, as well as American TV programs. However, I'm looking for a replacement, to also upgrade it from mono to stereo/hi fi sound, and, before it falls ap
Name: EDWIN PARSONS Model(s): SL-3000	BEST HOME VIDEO FORMAT EVER. MOST USER FRIENDLY MACHINES EVER. L750 TAPES ALLOW YOU TO TIMER RECORD TWO, MOVIES YOU OFTEN CAN'T WITH AN E180! BETA TAPES TAKE LESS ROOM TO STORE/TRANSPORT. I'M VERY ANNOYED THAT SONY DROPED SUCH A GOOD FORMAT AND LEFT BETA FANS STRANDED!
Name: AMOS PATTERSON	I HAVE TWO WORKING BETA'S AND THREE DEAD UNITS I LOVE THWM ALWAYS LOOKING FOR MORE
Name: Levi Palm Model(s): SL-C9	I would love a SL-C9 but I own a Toshiba V-33 and Betamovie BMC-100 and use them to make stop-motion films of nice looking stuff.
Name: Tom Parncutt Model(s): SL-C5
Name: Edwin Parsons Model(s): SL-HF950	LONG LIVE BETA!
Name: Ron Paul Homepage	Please help me find a Beta Max Player I GAVE away a few years ago free and I need one to play my late mothers priceless video of her on now if you can help me please contact me at [email protected] now please and sincerest thanks BUTCH
Name: Alan Penman Model(s): SL-C7	The first sort of advanced for its time
Name: Odd Pettersson Model(s): BMC-100	I'm looking for an beta player, year 1983+, in finland, i dont know so much about beta, but i want a player that is compatible with the BMC-100 camcorder
Name: Robert Phillips
Name: John Pike Model(s): SL-C9	I bought my 1st Sanyo 5000 20 years ago,after replacing reel motor,drive pulleys ect.it is still going strong. My favourites are Sanyo M40. I,m dreading the day the Heads wear out as I cannot find replacements any where.My next is a Sony C9,recently overhauled. I have about 9 other Sanyo and Sony VCR,s all in working condition. I transfer VHS 5hr
Name: John Pike	With on digital now on T.V there is nothing to beat Betamax
Name: Gerald Plaxton Model(s): VTC-M40	Nice to see Beta getting lots of support. It's time Sony and Sanyo started production again. I run Sanyo 5000, 5150, M40 and General 240(Tosh V31 clone) machines. Machines
Name: G. David Porter, Jr. Model(s): SL 5100	Looking for Beta player/recorder that will play Extended, Long, Standard Play Beta Tapes. I would also be interested in finding an adapter that would allow me to play Beta tapes in a VHS recorder, would rather have the Beta machine so I can transfer the tapes to VHS, as I have quite a few, plus many prerecorded tapes. If anyone knows of anyone
Name: David Potts Model(s): VTC-9300	still going strong
Name: Goluwa (Brisbane Australia) Pushpa Model(s): SL-T7	Looking for Betamax PAL VCR in working condition. Inform all the details to above e-mail address. Brisbane, Australia. pushpa
Name: Arachmadi Putra Model(s): SL-C7 Homepage	i just can say WOW !
Name: Daniel Raiche Model(s): SL-HF450	Looking for the STK-XXXX Power IC for this model. Also some trouble shooting help on a SLO-325 machine. Something to do with the tracking circuit. I'm into fixing all the Beta machines in the world. LOL
Name: Jeremy Rayner Model(s): SL-F25 Homepage	They should have won...
Name: Mara Razvan Model(s): VTC-9300 Homepage	Very interesting well designed site!
Name: Arthur Read Homepage	I live on Merseyside and baught my first betamax vcr in 1986 and many others since then.Both of my present beta vcr's are beyond repair and I'm after another in good condition-I've quite a lot of beta tapes.
Name: Matthew Reduzzi Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	BETA IS BETTER!!!!!!
Name: Malcolm Rees Model(s): SL-HF100	I am the proud owner of a SL-HF100, which I have had from new and it's still going strong.
Name: Andreu Felipe Reus Model(s): SL-C9	El mejor sistema de video dom�stico de la historia. De momento tengo varios SL-C9ES, un SL-C30E y un SL-F60, en perfecto funcionamiento. Me apasiona coleccionarlos. Si tienes un modelo SuperBeta, estoy interesado en compr�rtelo o cambi�rtelo. Gracias.
Name: John Reynolds Model(s): SL-C9	My mum and dad gave me their SL-C9UB when the swapped to VHS. I have never been able to throw it away probably because it is so heavy! stick four wheels on a Betamax and you could enter it into Robot Wars on BBC! + it is a antique piece of tech.
Name: Richard Reynolds Model(s): SL-HF100	Best format ever. I have tried several VHS machines since 1979 but have not yet found one that can beat my SLHF100. Would dearly love a SLHF950, anyone got one for sale maybe...?
Name: Richard Reynolds Model(s): SL-HF100 Homepage
Name: Daniel Ringby Model(s): SL-C20	I guess, there's a limti for the length of a regard, so I'll make it short: Thanks for a great web site, at which I found and printed many gretas things. Keep up the good spirit! From little Denmark, Daniel Ringby
Name: Marc Robert Model(s): SL-C7
Name: http:// Robert Byrom Model(s): Like bETA, looking for used or new vcr, also lookin for accessory that runs Beta tapes on vhs. Homepage
Name: Chris Robinson Model(s): SL-C7
Name: Spiros Robotis Model(s): SL-T50	Hi to you all. I am Spiros from Greece and I am a Betamax enthousiast since I was born. We owned as a family a Betamax since 1982. Now the machines that I use are a Sony T-30 and a Sony T-50. I have also a Sanyo VTC-5550 (ME variant of VTC-5000). I have also a Betamovie BMC-110 (NTSC) but as I have various problems with the color system, I have now
Name: Robert Rosenstein Homepage	For many years I have had (and still have) a Betamax Model SL20. I recently bought from a friend a Sears Beta Vision Model 562, But my reason for coming to this PALsite is that today I chanced upon an SL-HF1000 in what seems to be almost new conditon. I've never seen so many buttons and switches in my life and the problem is, I don't know what
Name: John Rossetti Model(s): SL-HF950	I'm in the UK and still use my 950 everyday, had it since new + an F1 and a SLF9 but both of those got stolen,, great site,,keep up the good work and many thanks.
Name: Bill Runting Model(s): SL-HF950	Been a Beta owner since C7 - now have 3 C9's, and HF950 which in standard mode outshines my Panasonic FS90 SVHS deck !!
Name: Marc Russo	I am looking for a US 1969 tv movie seven in darkness. Does it exist on beta? I am willing (within reason) to pay a premium price.
Name: Jake Ryan
Name: Paul S Model(s): SL-C20	Those were the days I loved the Betamax
Name: MARVIN SHAW Model(s): SONY 2000	I LOOKING FOR A NEW OR NEXT TO NEW(A VCR THAT HARDLY BEEN USED) AND IF ANYONE KNOW'S A PLACE THAT SPECIALIES IN BETA FOMAT REPAIRS
Name: RICH SOUCIE	I LOVE THE BETAMAX
Name: Rosemarie Salter Model(s): VTC-NX100	Chat page not working so am using this. I have a VTC6-NX100 which I am selling because I don't have room to store it. It also comes with approx.100 tapes which can be reused. Pre-remote control and the cover for the tuning dials is missing but last time it was tested it still worked (April this year). South East London.
Name: Andy Sanchez Model(s): Sony GCS-50	I am the BETA GURU of the WEST and can fix ANY Betasmax ever made with precision!!!
Name: Phil Sanderson	I am student doing a dissertation on how superior designs do not always become the market leaders, I am using the Sony Betamax as an example. If anyone has any information on the VHS and Beta battle please could they contact me. Cheers!
Name: Jarl Gunnar Sandvik Model(s): VTC-9300	Good old machines,have a vtc-9300 my self.And the thing still works even thou it s 27 years old -)
Name: Michael Sassella Model(s): SL-HF100	The SLHF100AS was the SLHF100 as prepared for sale in Australia. I bought mine in January 1985 and I still use it for record and playback. I have fortunately found sympathetic servicing for the machine in Manly, Sydney.
Name: Timothy Scales Model(s): Toshiba V_BM37 and 3900s Homepage	need NP-11 Battery or build cells.
Name: Jane Scarfe Model(s): SL-C30 Homepage	I am able to convert NTSC Betamax to PAL Betamax or any other format. See web site
Name: Robert Scarfe Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	My company can convert NTSC Betamax to Pal Betamax, beta SP, and VHS and PAL to PAL Betamax to VHS Via Broadcast Standards converter/ TBC reasonable prices
Name: Brendan Schmidt Model(s): SL-2400C	I HAVE A SL-2400C AND A SANYO SOMETHING AND THEY BOTH DONT WORK THE SANYO HAS CRAPPY PICYURE AND WABBLY SOUND AND I DONT GET COLOUR MY BETAMAX HAS NEITHER DOES ANYONE KNO WAHTS WRONG..
Name: George Schneeweiss	Or better.
Name: Rico Schouten Model(s): SL-HF100	Hello, from Cape Town South Africa! I am desperately looking for video/audio heads for the SL-HF100 Beta HiFi Stereo machine. The original Sony part number off the black plastic head box is: DSR-49-R, A-6762-174-A. Sony South Africa has apparently no stock in South Africa, neither does their supplier in Singapore. Therefore, anyone in the worl
Name: Dirk Douglas Schuster Model(s): SL-C7 Homepage	I started in 1980 with the Sanyo 5600, but obtained the Sony SL-C7 the next year. Although I can call two VHS (eeech!) machines my own today, I'll never forget the excitement the SL-C7 provided these days back (and still do!).
Name: Scott Scott	I just bought a used EDV 9000 - USA equivalent is EDV 9500. But mine came with no remote control. Anyone out there have one or know the remote�s model number? Thanks, [email protected]
Name: John Seger Model(s): SL-HF360 Homepage	I am from California. I got my first Beta in 1982,when I was 15.It was a basic Sanyo unit. I chose Beta,because of it's picture quality,and stuck with it.In 1985,I bought a Super Beta Hi-Fi,and was blown away by the stereo sound! In the late 80's.after pre-recoded tapes were no longer being made on Beta,I finally got a dreaded VHS to be able to get
Name: Sebastian Sekinger Model(s): SL-C9	Thank God for this web site!
Name: Andrew Sennett Model(s): VTC-9300 Homepage	After a succession of VTC5000 machines, I discovered the delights of the basic but indestructible 9300. I've also got an NEC portable which seems to pleat the tapes longitudinally- any advice welcome! Great site!
Name: Max Sgobrino Model(s): SL-HF100	I'm in trouble fixing the channel search section in my Sl HF100. The search would not stop and I'm looking for the schematic diagram of this section or at least a tip from someone who had the same trouble. Thanks to anybody who could help me.Max
Name: Max Sgrobrino Model(s): SL-C9	I loved this vcr which is by the way the best most featured beta recorder ever made. I am actually struggling with schematic diagram availability and a chip (cx878) problem :it is burned and it is not for sale anymore since '97 according to what they told me at Sony Italia. Could anybody help me . Thanks
Name: James Shanks, Jr.	HELP.... Need to find a place for Beta repair.
Name: Mark Shaw Model(s): SL-C20	Hi there i have just found 20 films in betamax but can not find anywhere to get a player from in the uk can anyone help me please.
Name: Jim Shepherd	Just (9.4.04) bought SL portable but need a l2v powerline connection to the tuner. Can anyone help? I have around 200 tapes to transfer to DVD before sad old Betacord's head completely fades.
Name: Richard Shireby Model(s): SL-C9 Homepage	I watch 15mins of betamax everynight in bed! I enjoy picking up beta tapes at car boot sales, skips & dumps! I have about 15 machines - most of which I still need to get around to sorting out. I also know where there are about 30 machines for sale, here in Lincolnshire, England, because I bought a C30 for a friend of mine a couple of weeks ago for
Name: Luc Simard	Cherche manuel d'utilisation en fran�ais pour le vid�o Sony Beta max.
Name: Tom Siomopoulos Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	Great site, any very useful information. Keep up the great work.
Name: Allan A. Smith	Looking for SANYO BETA VCRS and/or parts (NTSC)
Name: Pat Smith Model(s): SLHF-900	I am the BETA GURU of the EAST and can repair ANY Betamax made !!!
Name: Will Smith	My wife's child hood is on Beta but the machine broke looking to buy one.
Name: Peter Snell Model(s): SL-HF950	Q. Is it possible to disable the auto control that makes a blue screen when the heads are dirty? (SL-HF 950)
Name: Jon Spence Model(s): slo-323 and slo-325	These 30 year old machines work and play better than my 5 year old VHS. BETA RULES!!!
Name: Brian Spillane Model(s): Realistic Model 20	Just got my first Beta deck at a local thrift shop for 15 BUCKS! The format is unbeatable, and a 2 year long dream has come true. My VHS deck is now relegated to being used as a tuner, and all my VHS tapes will get a swift transfer to Beta. Long live it!
Name: John R. Stansbery Model(s): SL-C9 Homepage	Have many, many Beta tape's but can't see any of them any more need help from anyone? please
Name: Sandra Steele	Onward pursuing the Beta Quest. Currently holding 2 HF-750's and one SL-800. Always keeping eyes out for tape. Babylon5 at beta 1 is a worthwhile if expensive process. Glad to see the size of the group.
Name: Bernd Steinm�ller Model(s): SL-C9	Great Page!!!
Name: Bernd Steinm�ller Model(s): SL-C9	Very very perfect site, like everything in the USA. CONGRATULATIONS!!! Sincerely Bernd Steinm�ller
Name: Rumpel Stiltskin Model(s): VTC-NX100	Love it
Name: Walltrip Stocsa Model(s): SL-8080	Betamax is the best technology!
Name: Anna Stok Model(s): VTC-9100 Homepage	Belissimo
Name: Bill Stronach Model(s): SL-HF950	One can use and enjoy the format without fanaticism. Thanks to advertising on your site I will now be able to access my Beta tapes and edit as well as record off-air and discover Super Beta. But I will still swear by my Panasonic S-VHS edit suite, I use a digital camcorder, and I run DVD to S-video via my computer. It's all about interest
Name: Herbert Sturt Homepage	CHECK US OUT AT WWW.SOADV.COM FOR BETAMAX AND SUPER BETAMAX VCR�S
Name: Kevin Sumritt Model(s): SL-HFR70	Am I the only American Betaphile on this page???????!!!!!!! I have loved Betamax since 1979, when I bought the Sony SL-5400. Our neighbors used to come over and watch movies like, Same Time Next Year , or Alien . We must have done that every week from 1979 to 1987! I was so sure that Beta would win that I bought a SLHFR-70 in 1985. Then, in 1988,
Name: Stephen Szmidt Model(s): SL-HF950	I still have a working SL-F1 Portable and the excellent Super Beta home deck, Model SL-HF950
Name: Steve T Model(s): slhf 1000	Looking to buy SLHF1000 to convert video taken with BMC1000 Super HiFi to DVD
Name: Ron Tamm	I'm looking for the theatrical version of the original Brian's Song movie with James Caen, Billy Dee William. I believe the running time would be about 105 minutes without commercials. I'd be willing to pay for a copy, if you wish not to sell your original. My name is Ron and, my phone number is 925-284-5428 or, email me back at [email protected]
Name: Ron Tamm	To whom it may concern, I'm looking for the longer version or director's cut of the original Brian's Song movie from the 1970's. The running time would be 2 hours with commericals or 1hour and about 45 minutes. I'd take a home recorded version of this movie or a commercial release. If you can help me please, feel free to email me back or call a
Name: Jerry Tan Model(s): SL-C9	I am looking for a betamax PAL, multisystem or NTSC machine in good working condition. I have alot of precious tapes to transfer to DVD and my Betamax just died. Willing to pay a good price and mailing costs.
Name: Jules Taylor	Not sure exactly what model I have, but those are the numbers...4590. Hell, I've had it for over 20 years and it STILL works. However, I never watch it anymore, and was wondering if anyone may be interested in buying it. It's got the plastic dust cover (original), remote, also original. It's in good shape, considering I've had it for SOOOO long, an
Name: Neil Teller Model(s): SL-F1	I have spare SL-F1 , Tuner, Camera, Battery charger, and the Workshop manuals for tuner and SL-F1. Offers welcome , London UK
Name: Neil Teller Model(s): SL-F1	I would like to know a repairer for Sony SL F1 in London, UK
Name: Lyon TenBroeck Model(s): SONY SL-HF450	I have a SONY SL-HF450 and a beta cam Sony BMC-100 love em my wife however thinks i'm nuts i don't
Name: Tall Terry Model(s): SL-C5 Homepage	PART 2! .........and it got boxed up and put in the garage. Are these things expensive to repair? Cheapest/Best conversion shop near London? Any help much appreciated. cheers TT
Name: Olive Thomas Model(s): SL-2000 It's just so damned cute! Homepage	I have the following beauties SL-2000 SL-5400, SL-HF 360, SL-HF 300 and the BMC-220, BMC-550 and the HVC-2500.
Name: Torras Torinado	I own a Sony FP-60 Projector. Has been in the basement for a long time. Cleaning to move and want to know if it should go in the trash or if I should pass it on to somebody who appreciates Betamax?
Name: John Tournier Model(s): SL-C5	Just had my SL-C5 serviced by SONY who did a very good job. Nice to see my old tapes again. Just been given a SANYO VTC 5000. Heads seem OK but transport sluggish. Where can I get Handbook/help?
Name: Dean Tsatsos	Hello! BetaFans check out this 'site: www.betamax.to
Name: Stanley Tumewu Model(s): SL-HF950
Name: Uzoagba Umeme Model(s): SL-C40 Homepage	I love this very fine page so keep it up.
Name: Jerry V Model(s): SL-2005 Homepage
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Name: JAMIE VALENTI Model(s): SL-HF100	Top Machine- beta is alive.
Name: Rhett Van Der Heyden Model(s): SL-HF2100	I have a SL-2500 complete with camera, and an SL-HF360. I hope Sony continues the EDBETA line, or at least makes a digital beta. You would think that with all the different audio formats, ex. Dat, C.D., MiniDisk, Phillips and such, that it would be possible to have more video formats as well. Hopefully, Sony will realize that, and create a new digi
Name: Scott Veazie Model(s): SL-5800, SL-HF450
Name: Jack Velen Homepage
Name: Johannes Vinnes Model(s): VTC-5400	I am a norwegian Betafan. I had to change to VHS when they stop selling Beta here. But now I want my old good Beta back. Can anybody help me????
Name: Ray Vodar Model(s): SL-3000	Does anyone know where I can get a Beta machine repaired in the Atlanta Ga. area?
Name: Tore Volden Model(s): SL-C5 Homepage	C5 - a gem. If it only would work :-)
Name: Maisie VonMoltke Homepage	Whoever is looking for an adapter for playing Beta tapes in a VHS VCR needn't waste their time. Never have and never will. Beta tapes can not play in a VHS machine! You've been thinking of those nasty ubiquitous little VHS-C camcorder tapes that can be put in an adapter to play in home VCRs.
Name: Marcus Voyles	I am a big fan of Beta, always will be! Long live the king(betamax)!!!
Name: Andrew W Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	Excellent condition SL-HF950 for sale http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=004&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&viewitem=&item=140061839372&rd=1&rd=1
Name: Andy W. Model(s): SL-HF600 Homepage	My Beta collection includes: Sony SL-HF600 and SL-5200, Sanyo VCR-4030, VCR-4027 and VCR-4650, and NEC VC-739E. I never tape anything on VHS if I can avoid it.
Name: LARRY WALLACE Model(s): SEARS	LOOKING TO SELL MY WORKING BETA VCR AND TAPES. I ALSO HAVE A BETA CAMCORDER.
Name: ALFRED WHEATON	LOVE BETA! LETS KEEP PUSHING FOR THERE RETURN!
Name: Stephan Wagner Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	I use Beta since 1981 and startet with a SL-C7E now a have two SL-HF 950ES. I hope they'll work for a long time.
Name: Brian Walker Model(s): any betamax recorder
Name: John Walker Model(s): SL-C9	I have two SL-C9s and the DC/DC convertor has gone for the third and probably the last time!
Name: Tom Walton Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	I used to own a SL-5600, purchased new in 1980, died in 1994. I loved it though. Kept about 90 beta tapes around hoping to get a new machine someday. Now that Sony abandoned us, I thought I'd give a try for a used machine. It was on the PAL chat page that I saw a message pointing someone to E-bay as a good source, and is it ever. I'm now on a qu
Name: Joe Wander Model(s): Sanyo VCR4400(?)	My Beta II/III unit (VCR 4400 on the plate on the back) was recently acquired through e-Bay. After two tries at cleaning the video image remains all snow. One head appears to be chipped. Is a replacement head assembly available for this unit?
Name: Alan Watling	I have a Beta C7 anybody interested?
Name: Michael Weathers Model(s): SL-HF950
Name: Jim Weaver	Stereo hifi digital spec1al effects
Name: Mick West Model(s): Toshiba V 8600 beta	i need a belt kit pinch roller and clutch or complete overhall kit for toshiba beta V 8600
Name: Mick West Model(s): SL-C7	i also own a sony c7 which i require belt kits and oather parts for and i have a sony C30 front loading beta which i need similar parts for and a capstain motor for
Name: Jack Weston Homepage	Have two SL-2000 beta portable decks for sale. Cost is $100 each plus shipping (UPS). These come with interconnect cables with pcm switches. Both units have been tested and are in excellent working condition.
Name: Jack Weston Model(s): SL-F1 Homepage	Have the following beta decks available for sale or trade: (2) SL-f1, (1)SL-HFR-90, (1) SL-2300. Looking for a Sony PCM F-1 Digital Processor.
Name: Jack Weston Homepage	FOR SALE: SONY EIAJ FORMAT DIGITAL AUDIO PROCESSORS PCM601ESD, PCMF1 PCM1610 DIGITAL MASTERING PROCESSOR. SEE MY WEB PAGE THE DIGITAL MUSIC ARCHIVES FOR DETAILS.
Name: Whaka	hello,i'm french excuse my poor english i'm happy to find this site because now i'm not alone in my passion for betamax recorder the sl-t20 is a bi standard pal and secam i buy it to a friend who save it of the trash.very good picture quality
Name: Michael Wheeler Model(s): SL-HF600
Name: Antony White Model(s): Sony SL0-1700	ANYONE WHO WANTS TO TRADE WITH A U.K. VIDEO FANATIC WITH OVER 6'000 ORIGINAL MOSTLY BETA PRE CERTS CONTACT ME ALSO ANY STUFF YOU WANNA SELL, MACHINES TAPES MAGS ETC BEAR ME IN MIND. BETAMAX IS STILL NUMBER ONE EASILY STILL THE GREATEST FORMAT.
Name: Tony White Model(s): SLO-1700	I'm a fanatical video collector/dealer. I have just over 5,000 tapes with about half being betamax anyone wanna trade, mainly horrors very rare stuff. Beta is still far and by the best format comparing among my many tapes the rarest stuff i have on beta vhs and v2000 are always better on beta long live beta IT WILL LONG OUTLIVE VHS EVEN THOUGH IT
Name: Roger Wild Model(s): VTC-5000	Is it possible to make up a directory or information booklet of all the people both residental and business who are willing and able to repair betamax machines at reasonable prices .does anyone know of any body .
Name: Russell Wilde Model(s): SL-HF950	Excellent audio and still frame, beats my s-vhs machines
Name: Jim Will
Name: Daniel Williams Model(s): VTC-6500
Name: Morris Williams	I am currently looking to purchase a used betamax, preferably stereo Hi-Fi. Also, I am interested pre-recorded or blank tapes. Will consider other brands of player'recorder, and ohter equipment.
Name: Clive Wilson Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	It's great to find a website dedicated to the best ever home video format.
Name: Edward Wong IV Model(s): Sanyo 4010 (NTSC)	Where in the world can I Find NTSC blank L-??? tapes? Plenty of PAL, but I don't have the cash to buy a PAL machine. The site rocks. Just a little more coverage for the folks across the pond please.
Name: Gorton Wood	repairing three HiFi (sanyo, Sony) models ... need assistance
Name: Mike Wright Model(s): VTC-5300
Name: Bluesky Zh Model(s): SL-HF950	Beta is the first home VCR I have ever seen. I've one 4-DC-Motor portable SL-2000, and one HF400. C9 and HF950/750 are my dream machines.
Name: The Snail _@_v Model(s): SL-T50 Homepage	_@_v - beta rules! vhs drools!
Name: scott anderson Model(s): V-M410	I'm thinking of buying a second hand Betamax VCR Toshiba V-M410 Beta video recorder from the United States. As I'm in Australia I was hoping to see a manual, or ask someone about using it in australia, about the power plug. I have music recorded on beta video tape that I'm hoping to listen to for the first time in years, and transfer to mp3 perha
Name: Stephane azouze Model(s): SL-HF100P	Wanted : SLHF 950 or equivalent in PAL/secam version ! Could propose SLHF 100 PAL/Secam +�for it.
Name: ray bailey Model(s): SL-8080
Name: Robert beached Model(s): HFR90	Looking for SL-25 or similar Sony slimline model for around $50.
Name: Stewart bel Model(s): SL-F1	I have various Beta machines, Two of my C9s from new (with handbooks Etc) I am looking for a Super Beta Hifi (UK PAL) perhaps the 750 If anyone knows where I can get one from please mail me
Name: chris benham Model(s): V-8600	Hi to the Beta world ...... Beta is STILL BETTER! My old warhorse Sanyo 9300 just keeps working and working and working ....built like a tank and my HF150 still chugging on! But my poor old Sanyo M50 ain't so well ...same old rewind problems!!! What I really want is a Toshiba 8600 ....mine went missing in action many years ago ...but it stil
Name: Videomaniaxe beta Model(s): SLO-1700	HAVE APPROX 5'000 BETAMAX FILMS FOR SALE AND TRADE, THEYRE PAL ONLY THOUGH SO ANY OF YOU U.K. BETA COLLECTORS GET IN TOUCH ALL ARE PRE 1984 MAINLY HORROR. WITH A GOOD COLLECTION OF UNCUT 70'S ADULT TOO.
Name: james beta watcher Model(s): realistic beta hi-fi super beta	i have one of radio shack only beta they put out under realistic video cassette recorder beta hi-fi super beta it was givin to me but without no owners manual so dont no how to program it only has one problem an that is that tape stops when first inserted in unit but everything eles works on it i might sell for parts please contact me an we will ta
Name: keith bickley Model(s): SL-F1	Looking for a good new one
Name: dan boshart	Great site.
Name: kenneth boyne Model(s): vr 9000 zenith	in 1978 i bought a beta max and a vhs, i give the vhs away,later i bought another vhs in a year it was gone i have had over 10 VHS MACHINES ONLY ONE LASTED OVER A YEAR AND IN NOV.98 IT WENT OUT I BOUGHT ANOTHER OF THE SAME BRAND RADIO SHACK , BUT THE BETA IS STILL PLAYING LAST YEAR HAD BELTS CHANGED , NOT USED MUCH IS THE VHS, WHILE WORKING OFFSHOR
Name: emma brennan Model(s): SL-3000
Name: mike brown Model(s): sanyo	tapes tapes tapes
Name: nigel callaway Model(s): SL-HF950
Name: fernando carter Model(s): //////////	i acquired a sears beta model#564 53060901 it ly says beta scan video recorder. and in extremely excellent conditon. does anyone know what they are pricing for?
Name: d cat Model(s): SL-F1	Hi there all you Beta-Heads. :) I am looking/praying for a service manual for the Sony PCM-F1 recording converter digi-box and one for the SLH-F1/TT-F1 Recorder/tuner, UK models please. Or info from someone familiar with these beautiful Sony products of yester year... TIA. dcat.
Name: syd chellen	i am looking for an accessory that will allow me to play a betamax video tape in a vhs machine. can anyone out there help me please. thank you.
Name: henry cornier Model(s): SL-3000 Homepage	transfer your video tapes to dvd
Name: henry cornier Model(s): SL-8000 Homepage	transfer all your home videotapes to dvd
Name: tm98 creative Model(s): SL-HF100	I HaVe A SlHf-100 AnD It Is ThE BeSt HiFi MachInE I'vE SeEn So FaR !#$^&()^^$#@^BETA MAX HIFI RULEZ\|\|\|\|\|_____________+@$++%+*&^
Name: paul crocombe	hi i have two beta machines that were thrown into the garbage, a SANYO VCR 4000 (not running yet). and a SONY SL 10, RUNS GREAT, BUT CHANNEL TUNER A BIT CONFUSING.
Name: deezl dan	03-01-98 beta collection 4 sale 5 vcrs 225 movies lots of extras ie rewinder and head cleaners and more rewinder head cleaners and more us area code 915 675 6122 or email if interested 300.00 takes all sony mods 2300-2305 toshiba vm410 and sears mod 564.53090251
Name: Pushpa de Silva Model(s): VTC-5000	I am looking for a another betamax (PAL colour) to purchase in Australia. Please include the price, details of the condition, items included and shipping to Brisbane, Australia. Voltage: 24oVac. Thanks. [email protected]
Name: james dj Model(s): realistic super beta hifi	looking for parts or for somone who repairs them it is a good model that is model 22 super beta anyone out there that has parts or knows somone who repairs email me i might even sell it it all depends djl
Name: shane dubber Model(s): VTC-9300	hi there found this web site extremely interesting please any one who wants to swap and trade knowledge please email me and i will ad you to my chat list as i could talk forever about all the many machines i have operated on as i have a wife who just doesnt care about this technology isnt that sad sometimes i will only play few seconds of tapes as
Name: ray dupree	i have, what was sold in the states as an SL10 . it's a very basic model -- but works well. does anybody have a manual?
Name: regan enderl Model(s): SL-8000	I am working on a movie set in 1982 and am searching on behalf of my friend the prop guy for a Beta Camera and deck of that vintage. Would love to hear from anyone who can help me out. unit could be rented or purchased (your choice)
Name: jp ericksen
Name: kyle s. flotto	I just picked up a BMC-100 at a secondhand store for $30. Did I score a good deal? It came with a hard case and two batteries. Can anyone help me get this thing running by lending some advice or information? I have no experience with beta, at all. Thanks for your time.
Name: Charl foo Model(s): SL-C9 Homepage	I have SL-C9 spare parts! Parts may fit similar Sony recorders as well. Mail me for what you need.
Name: pacific force Model(s): SL-C5
Name: nawaz gaibi Model(s): V-8600 Homepage	mail me sir soon
Name: Danny gambocorto	If anyone can send me tips on fixing US made and sold beta's please e-mail me. thanks.
Name: edward gordon
Name: daniel goyette	after reading so many betaphiles letters on internet i got to the conclusion we need petition to the owners of this site plus sony . we must request a beta-multi-standards deck for archives survival and the so small beta market . in short :100 to 220 volts-ac/pal-secam-ntsc. one basic/hi-fi deck
Name: daniel goyette	your beta site is one of the best,the other is the ray site mainly for the us market.let me give to all of you beta friend my summary on the beta technology/history. vhs win the market with the following weapons:very low cost of the decks,long recording times,over the top software support and also mass acceptance of mediocre picture/sound pe
Name: muguman guy Model(s): SL-C30	this is a good site ndiguymuguuuu
Name: dan h Model(s): FP-60 Vidmagic	Hi i have a great working Sony Betamax FP-60 with case and manuals. its a beta deck and a projector. solid and heavy , would like to sell it for $300 with free shipping! send me an email
Name: gary haddow Model(s): SL-C7	good to see there is still betamax supporters out there. the format should have taken on and should never have lost to an inferior format such as vhs. does anyone know of a format that is actually worse than vhs, because i can't think of one. even sony's video 8 (nicknamed beta's revenge)which uses a tape half the width of vhs is still technical
Name: mike hawkins Model(s): SL-8000	thanks
Name: www.makemydvd.com henry Model(s): SL-8080 Homepage	www.makemydvd.com will transfer your precious memories you have on video tape to dvd order 9174157082
Name: jooknj hfiosdh Homepage	Great site! I like it! Thanks! especially about the internet storage guide and hardware reviews why don't you visit this websites just I new discovered www.internet-storage.net
Name: john homme Model(s): SL-HF100	I'm a Beta-collector from Norway, and I've been collecting for almost 10 years now. I have about 25 different machines (all Sony's), including a few US and Asian models, and all of them are in mint condition. I almost never use them anymore, but my collection will live on -keepin the dream alive (so to speak..) I also have the BetaStack-units for b
Name: jeanette houx-smith	hello all, i am looking for a betamax recorder. any model will do so long as it records well and has a remote. i need one in the Portland, OR or Oklahoma City, OK areas. hope to hear from someone soon.
Name: wayne imlach
Name: tarik iqbul Model(s): SL-F1	the format might have died in 2002, but the spirit lives on. i have many machines, and will keep them working for as long as i can, i travel long disstances to pick up machines won on E-Bay, and sometimes have to manufacture my own parts from anything i can. and on the brighter side, vhs is finaly dead. not before time for the seccond rate system.
Name: MIKE janowski Model(s): edv-9500 Homepage	looking for maintenance manual, nice to see so many other Betamax users!
Name: Jennifer Anderson jen Model(s): hvc-2400	Please e-mail if you have any information or you would like this product
Name: Jennifer jenny Model(s): hvc-2400	Would anyone have any information on the HVC-2400? Missing booklet and remote.
Name: lee jones Model(s): SL-FU1B	Am I the only one here with a Betmax Sony SL-FU1B? I have one plus the tuner, but there is a problem with the audio. The two connect via short (but thick) black cable there appears to be a bad connection somewhere between the 2 leading to occasional loss of sound. Either there is a dry joint somewhere in the machine or the cable is faulty, does
Name: lee jones Model(s): SL-FU1B Homepage	Am I the only one here with a Betmax Sony SL-FU1B? I have one plus the tuner, but there is a problem with the audio. The two connect via short (but thick) black cable there appears to be a bad connection somewhere between the 2 leading to occasional loss of sound. Either there is a dry joint somewhere in the machine or the cable is faulty, does
Name: colin judd Model(s): SL-HF100	Still a great site,am collecting more tapes and any stray vcrs
Name: doc judd Model(s): SL-HF100 Homepage	Any Aussies have Beta tapes for sale or giveaway?I live on the Gold Coast and use a SonySL-HF100,which performs a charm,regards
Name: justin kerswell Model(s): one that works!	Hi! I'm basically a 'Betamax virgin'. I collect old video tapes and have a number of old Betamax tapes, unfortunately the 'SL-C6UB' i 'inherited' has refused to awake from its ten year slumber. So I'm desperately looking for a VCR in good working order, preferably a newer model and in the Brighton area. Help!
Name: nic kilen Model(s): beta movies	got like between 50 and 75 beta tapes to get ride of in great shape
Name: vincent klokkou Model(s): SL-C7
Name: tooru komori Model(s): EDV-9000	hello! I'm a Japanese BETA PAL. I can't use English well,so don't angry about my English piease. I'm used three BETA VCR's.(SL-HF55,SL-HFR70&EDV-9000(now using) [Japanese code]) I'm very sorry and very sad about production of BETA VCR will end just like you. Now,I'm thinking that I have to use my BETA VCR more carefully. I'd love to use forev
Name: kenny kopka Homepage	SEEKING BETA VIDEO TAPES OF SPORTS EVENTS - HOCKEY IN PARTICULAR (full games would be great!!) plus other sports. willing to purchase, trade, borrow or whatever. I seek Beta as i am sure the content is out there and is HIDING in this format.. and my love for hockey has taken me into the unique realm of the BETA FOLKS! thanks in advance for
Name: willem kramer Model(s): sl-c80e Homepage
Name: Kevin lambert	Hi I'm a huge fan of the Beta format and Sanyo brand ( ever since my NEW VTC5000 in 1982).I have accumalated a huge range of pre-recorded movies and blanks and still use the format extensively today. I also repair and service the Sanyo models (from the 5000). VHS's days are numbered but i will admit to owning a few Sanyo vhs models ( Hi-Fi) due
Name: kevin lambert Model(s): SANYO VTC M30	I'm glad to see that good ole BETA still has a healthy following!
Name: kevin lambert Model(s): VTC M30 + VTC M20	Please does anyone have a servicable Sanyo M40 that they would like to sell (any problem BUT NOT worn heads) good money waiting for the right machine,thanks!
Name: ivan loeza	I,m looking for an operating instruction manual for the SL-5800 betamax. If anyone have a time to scan the manual for free or for sale and downloading please let me know on my email thank you greetings from Mexico
Name: khor luak Model(s): SL-T7
Name: mugu man Model(s): SL-F30	i love the site.
Name: anthony may Model(s): SL-C5	Hi I have had a Beta recorder for the last 25 years, in fact I now have 3 C 5 s and about 100 tapes long live Beta.
Name: reno mclaurin Model(s): SL-HI-FI900	I AM GLAD TO JOIN THE CLUB MY NIECE FOUND IT FOR ME.I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY ONE. IHAVE A WHAREHOUSE FULL OF BETA MOVIES&TONS OF BETA MACHINES. I BOUGHT MY FIRST MACHINE IN 1980, FRIEND ASKED WHY I BOUGHT BETA. SINCE THEN ALL I WATCH IS BETA, DONT OWN A VHS&NEVER WILL ALL THE MOVIES I HAVE IS BETA.MY WHOLE FAMILY HAVE BETA, NO VHS BETA WORK FOR ME
Name: sagarm meeran Model(s): SL-C30 Homepage	enjoy
Name: jason moffatt Model(s): SL-HF100	Needed a betamax player so i paid �75 for a tatty sl-f1 portable,2 weeks later found an ex condition sl-hf100 from a boot sale for a tenner!.
Name: norisa molina	I want to sell my old betamax & VHS tapes and also the betamax player & VHS player.
Name: ian morton Model(s): SL-C7
Name: ian morton Model(s): SL-C7	i am trying to purchase one as mine needs to much doing to it any boding out there prefleby in the uk thanks
Name: mugo mugu	i love here
Name: rudy myers	i have a sony slhf-1000 in mint condition which will be for sale after sony checks it out, anyone interested
Name: bob nicolai	I am looking for an instruction manual to download for the sony betamax sl-2300 video cassette recorder.
Name: Kid of the 80's Model(s): SL-F30	Hi! I need advice on copying my old Betamax Videos to VCD or something ... can anyone help? I have a cassette, which shows a black screen when running normal mode, but shows a picture when doing picture-fast-forward ... anyone know what to do? Thanks a lot in advance!!! Kid of the 80's
Name: malcolm osman Model(s): SL-C9	As well as a C9 I run a Sony 950 and Sanyo M40.
Name: jan pedersen Model(s): SL-HF950
Name: michael prause	I just recieved about 80 tapes from the UK and none of them will play on my beta machine I get some slightly speeded up or distorted sound and a scrambly black screen with undesipherable images is this because i have US beta player formatted for US movies, and what can I do so I can watch these movies?
Name: peter put Model(s): SL-HF950 Homepage	i have several beta video,s
Name: christopher querze Model(s): SL-HF100
Name: randy rude randy retro	beta forever . always looking for original movies and slhf machines
Name: roger rasmussen Model(s): SL-3000	Went against popular thinking and went betamax after much research. Not driven by fashion, rather, design form and funxion. Besides, Sony then was what Apple is now...shame.
Name: darren richardson Model(s): VTC-5000 Homepage	hi i have 5 machines all working well but i have no tapes. i got buggled they stole all my tapes so does anybody no where i can by tapes and machines second hand anywhere in blackpool lancashire. fleamarkets bootsales second hand shops let me no. or anybody have thease 4 sale let me no.LOVE BETA BEST FORMAT EVER AND ALWAYS WILL BE.
Name: michael roberts Model(s): VTC-NX100
Name: pete roberts Model(s): SL-8080 Homepage	i am doing a design project comparing dvds against vhs and what is a beta max player cuz i need 2 include it
Name: maximillien robespierre Model(s): SL-8000	Hi can anyone recommend any for me?
Name: frank rossi Model(s): SL-8000	i have owned beta since 1977, it's still the greatest format for quality. my original sl8200 is still eorking and up until 6 years ago i could get most parts for it. i do have the sony factory repair manual for this machine. i don't know if i could copy it for others, but i'm checking. good luck to my betabrothers and sisters!
Name: rukhsana banris rukhsana Model(s): SL-C40 Homepage	chatt
Name: sanjar sarabandi Model(s): ME Series	hi,i'm sanjar from iran and i have a big collection of sony betamax ME Series [mega rare and limited edition]
Name: terry skrypnyk	i have been a betamax fan since 1980,i have five machines,three are HIFI,my toy is the SL-HF900,i also have the first HIFI SL5200,these vcrs are in perfect working order and are still used everyday,i rent vhs movies put them on beta and the picture is as good somtimes better then the other brand,,i will never let go of these machines,my wife says t
Name: martin smith	Looking for Beta Max for friend in Mexico - send reasonable offers
Name: roger smith	wot the hell is a betamax?
Name: lonodn snapps Model(s): SL-F1	hi want some help about digibeta cam
Name: peter steeele Model(s): VTC-5000	great beta vcr web site
Name: andrew steele	Smoooooth, nice stereo sound!
Name: peter steele Model(s): sl-hf-750	hi everybody i collect all beta vcr and all name brands i still use beta vcr today more than vhs in my collection i have 150 beta vcr and 3000 beta tapes and 25 beta video camera beta lives for ever in my home i find beta vcrs at yard sales second hand stores and flea markets but none of my stuff is for sale
Name: Helen stephens Model(s): sl-5200	I love my Betamax and now it has died on me. My problem is,that when I load my tape, it goes in find then it ejects it, can anyone help me?? Please
Name: nobby superstar Model(s): VTC-5000	found my beta's in skips-just started collecting and recording on betamax, interested in talking beta with anybody,anywhere as i am fairly new to the format.cheers
Name: Christopher trevino Model(s): SL-C20	Dear Sirs or Madam I Would love to but some Beta Movies Christopher Trevino 427 N Main Apt B Bowling Green,Oh 43402
Name: barry trott Model(s): VTC-5000	Betamax: best thing since sliced bread
Name: frank tytgat Model(s): SL-HF950	Happy to see that i am not allone stil to use beta. I bougt a SL-F30 at a flea-market in as good as new condition for 10 euro. I now have more than 25 beta machines, none is for sale. Sony Belgium sold me 250 brand new beta-tapes for 125 euro. Lucky mee
Name: joseph vazquez
Name: makemydvdnyc.com vipdubbing.com Model(s): SL-8080	preserving your video tapes to dvd.
Name: david walker Model(s): VTC-NX100	just dug out of the lofted a sanyo vtcnx100 and a large selection of unused betamax tape,remember this format from my youyh and looking forward to hopefully getting it up and running
Name: quentin wallace	hee hee... you gotta love 'em!
Name: Steve wilkins Model(s): SL-3000
Name: robert williams Homepage	it's just good.
Name: deborah wolk Model(s): SL-8080	great site. i was happy to find it beta is the best forever!!!!! thanks! [email protected]
Name: [email protected] www.vipdubbing.com Model(s): SL-C30 Homepage	makemydvdnyc.com will transfer your precious memories you have on video tape to dvd order now!
Name: Anders �gren Model(s): SL-3000	Last weekend I fixed my SL-8000. It�s been out of order for about 10 years, but new driving belts and some cleaning fixed it. For sure I�m still a Beta-fan!