Analogue and Digital Video Tape Transfers | Oxford UK

Broadcast Video & Audio Tape Archiving at Oxford Duplication Centre

Broadcast and Standard VHS Tapes Oxfordshire UK

Digitising Video Tape Archives - Preserving Analogue  Assets

Providing multi-award winning specialist audio and video digitising and conservation of broadcast analogue and digital tape formats.  Our engineers work extensively with clients to preserve valuable recordings and archives. We have over 15 years of expertise in the restoration and conversion of all formats of audio and video tape, from 1 tape to the many thousands.

Re-purpose and archiving of video  tape for archive companies, historical societies, corporate business, independent directors and producers.

VIDEO FORMATS

Digitising Options:
 
Transfer in SD 720 x 480p 720 x 576 resolution. 4X3 Aspect ratio.
Transfer in HD 1920X1080p resolution. 16X9 Aspect.

Digital File Formats Options:
 
ProRes 422 HQ | ProRes 422 | MOV | H.264
HD DPX | Uncompressed 8 or 10 bit | DNxHD

Please contact us on 01865 457000 or email cheryl@oxfordduplicationcentre.com for a competitive quotation.

TAPE BAKING STICKY SHED SYNDROME

Tape baking: Some tapes may require baking to remove moisture caused by Sticky Shed Syndrome.  This is usually experienced with U-matic tapes and associated due to a breakdown in the glue (binder) that holds the oxide atoms onto the tape. Typical signs are squealing as the tape passes through the head. Without baking this will transmit through the ouput and will damage the tape and/or players.  

USING THE HIGH PERFORMANCE, HIGH QUALITY
ENCODING FROM AWS ELEMENTAL AND BLACKMAGIC DECKS

How do you capture video tapes ? We use Blackmagic and AWS Elemental conversion units. With built in high quality de-interlacing, our conversion units offer the most advanced improved image uality with excellent noise reduction. 

What professional machines do you use? U-Matic SP decks, Sony Digital Betacam, DigiBeta, BetacamSP BetacamSX MPEG IMX, DV Decks, DVCam, DVCamHD, Panasonic Decks, DVCPRO, DVCPRO50 - For both large and small video tapes 

Can you up-scale SD to HD? Yes, our hardware can up-scale digital files which offer image sampling, edge detection techniques and multi-direction diagonal filters.

Are tapes cleaned before transfer? All tapes are gently cleaned. This is to ensure the best possible conversion but also to preserve our machinery.

Can I drop orders in or post them to you? You are most welcome to bring orders in to our office. Alternatively, you can send your order using the Post Office or our couriers.

How long do the orders take to process? This depends upon the order and the difficulties associated with magnetic tape.  We would need to assess your order to offer an exact timeline.  If your order is needed in a hurry then we can support you with our express service. 

CORPORATE AND HERITAGE BROADCAST TAPE CONVERSION PRICE LIST
HDCAM • DIGITAL BETACAM • DVCPRO HD • 3/4" U-MATIC • BETACAM SP • DVCAM • BETACAM SX • VHS • VIDEO8 • HI8 • MINIDV
Corporate Broadcast Tapes - Cost Per Tape 1+ 10+ 25+ 50+ 100+ 500+
Viewing File H.264/MPEG-4 32.50 30.00 27.50 25.00 22.50 20.00
Editing File Pro-Res/MOV 50.00 45.00 40.00 35.00 30.00 25.00
Archive 1 FFV1 50.00 45.00 40.00 35.00 30.00 25.00
Archive 2 10bit Uncompressed 60.00 55.00 50.00 45.00 40.00 35.00
Additional Services 1+ 10+ 25+ 50+ 100+ 500+
Up-Converting Digital Files 14.00 12.75 11.25 9.75 9.00 8.00
Additional H264/MPEG4 Access Files   14.00 12.75 11.25 9.75 9.00 8.00
Tape Baking - Sticky Shed Syndrome 14.00 12.75 11.25 9.75 9.00 8.00
All prices exclude VAT @ 20%

Clients are requested to supply their own hard drive, alternatively we can supply these at an addtional cost. Turnaround is dependant upon the project, which can be discussed to suit your requirements.

Our offices are open Monday to Thursday 8am-4pm Friday 8am - 3pm.
29 Banbury Road, Kidlington OX5 1AQ. Parking is available at the front of the building or rear car park.

Contact Us 01865 457000 or email cheryl@oxfordduplicationcentre.com