Video Tape & Audio Tape Baking Service
Pricing
U-Matic & BetaSP - $25 per tape
Consumer Video Tape - $20 per tape
Audio Reel to Reel Tape - $20 per tape
What types of analog media can have sticky shed syndrome?
Sticky shed syndrome primarily affects certain types of magnetic audio tapes, but it can also affect other analog media formats that use similar binder materials. Once the media begins to experience sticky-shed syndrome, then tape baking may be the last resort. Here are some analog media formats that can be susceptible to sticky shed syndrome:
Magnetic Audio Tapes: This includes reel-to-reel tapes, cassette tapes, and video tapes (VHS, Betamax, etc.). As mentioned earlier, certain formulations of magnetic tapes manufactured during the 1970s and 1980s are particularly prone to sticky shed syndrome.
Magnetic Video Tapes: Formats such as VHS, Betamax, Video8, Hi8, and others can be affected. Though not as common as with audio tapes, some formulations of video tapes from the same era may experience similar issues.
Computer Data Tapes: Magnetic tapes used for computer data storage, such as those used in tape backup systems or for data interchange, can also be susceptible to sticky shed syndrome if they were manufactured using the same problematic binder formulations.
Floppy Disks: While not as common, some older floppy disks used a magnetic medium with a binder that could degrade over time, potentially leading to a form of sticky shed syndrome. However, this is less common compared to magnetic tapes.
Other Magnetic Storage Media: Any other form of magnetic storage media that uses a similar binder formulation could theoretically be susceptible to sticky shed syndrome, though it's primarily associated with tapes.
It's important to note that not all tapes or other magnetic media will develop sticky shed syndrome. The issue primarily arises with tapes manufactured during a specific time period using certain binder formulations that are prone to degradation over time. If you have analog media from this era and suspect it may be affected, it's best to consult with a professional for proper assessment and potential restoration.
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Audio Transfer - FAQ
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We can transfer micro-cassette tapes, audio cassette tapes, mini-disc, DAT tapes, 1/4 inch reel to reels that have a diameter of 7/10 inches.
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We can output to playable CD (80 minutes) or computer file mp3, wav or AIFF.
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Sticky shed syndrome is a common occurrance with audio reel to reel tapes. If your tapes are showing signs of sticky shed syndrome, then we will let you know and suggest “baking” of the reels in order to get the best results from the transfer.
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Yes, we can repair the audio cassette tapes, the cost is $15 per tape.
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You will not be charged for blank media.
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We can create track markers on commercially made audio tapes/reels, and we can do our best to create track markers on live musical recordings that don’t have clear track endings.
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Yes, we give back all audio cassette tapes and reels once the project is complete. If you want us to recycle your tapes/reels, then just let us know.
Appointment needed during office hours.
info@digitalrootsstudio.com
(510) 922-8481
1329 Solano Ave
Albany, CA 94706
Monday 8am-1pm Tuesday-Friday 8am-5pm *Saturday by appointment
VHS Transfer to digital
Video Cassette Capture
AVI, MOV or MP4
MiniDV, SVHS, DVCam
U-Matic Tapes & BetaSP
VHSC Tape & PAL Video Tapes
Blu-Ray or playable DVD output
Hi8 8mm Regular 8mm Video Tapes
HDV tapes & MiniDVCam Tapes
8mm Film Transfer
16mm Film Transfer
Super 8mm Film Transfer
Sound Film Transfer
Silent Film Transfer
Frame by Frame Film Transfer
16mm film optical sound
Super 8mm magnetic sound
MOV, AVI or MP4 output
Photo Scanning to digital
Family photo albums & scrabooks
35mm slide scanning & negatives
Medium & large format scanning
DAT Tape & Micro Cassette
Photograph restoration
JPEG output or TIFF output
Stereo slides & 110 format negatives
Loose photographs & newspapers
Audio Cassette Tape
Transfer to digital
Analog to digital conversion
Audio Reel to Reel Tape
DAT Tape & Micro Cassette
Mp3, WAV, AIFF or FLAC
Mini Disc transfer to digital format
1/4 inch reel to reel tape transfer
Audio CD DVD backup duplication
Digital Roots Studio Office
1329 Solano Avenue
Albany, CA 94706
Hours - By Appointment
Monday
8am - 1pm
Tuesday - Friday
8am - 5pm
Contact
info@digitalrootsstudio.com
510-922-8481