The Ultimate Betamax Information Guide
(Quick-loading version!) |
|
|
The
Internet's Most
Comprehensive
|
|
|
You have arrived at the
ULTIMATE BETAMAX INFORMATION GUIDE, the most complete and comprehensive
U.S. Betamax website on the Internet! Since 1997 we have been offering the
world with a wealth of information about the first true home video format, from
providing comprehensive lists of Beta VCRs to helping people to find used Beta
machines, tapes, accessories, manuals, remotes,
repair service, and more! The purpose and scope of this site are twofold: first, to provide both information and education about the Beta format in general, with emphasis on the Beta VCRs themselves. We offer detailed listings of the Beta VCRs that were released in the United States from 1975 to the present. The used Beta market is alive and well (actually, quite active!), and these lists will provide valuable comparative information about the Beta VCRs. The lists have the following information:  The year
the machine was originally manufacturedThe machine's model numberThe original suggested retail price (when known)Any new features each particular unit had or
introducedLinks to pictures of many of the unitsSecondly, this site provides many pictures of these Beta machines so you can see what they look like. The pictures have been taken from brochures, magazine ads, Internet auctions, other websites, etc., so the quality varies quite a bit. Additionally, this site offers interesting tidbits that will will amuse, educate, and inform both the neophyte and the seasoned Betaphile alike! So, have fun!!! A lot of info awaits you....this site is a virtual history book of the Beta format, and is a true labor of love from one who has been involved with Beta almost since the beginning...1976. I make updates and additions from time to time, so check in often! Additions and corrections are always welcomed and appreciated. |
|
THE
TWO MOST POPULAR QUESTIONS ABOUT BETAMAXES TODAY: Q) Where can I find a Betamax to buy? A) The eBay auction site, it's VERY hot these days!! Click here. The good news is, Betas have started to drop in value...prices are going down lately. Q) Is there an adaptor that will let me play my Beta tapes in my "regular" VHS machine? A) No, Virginia...no such animal ever existed and never will. Buy a Betamax....see above. |
QUESTIONS?
SUGGESTIONS?
COMMENTS? |
|
THE BETAMAX
LISTINGS
|
|
THE PICTURE GALLERIES
|
OTHER NEAT STUFF!
|
|
Links
to other Beta Websites A list of websites devoted to all things Beta |
The Ray Glasser Video Rack A photo showing the VCR setup used by your author, as of about 4 years ago |
A
link to this site's full home page Click here to go to the full, graphics-intensive index page! |
Free
counters provided by Andale.
