Preserve Your Tapes for Generations
VHS, Hi8, Mini DV, Pro Formats & More
Scan5 will convert your old tapes to modern digital movies that are easy to view on your computer, phone, tablet, and TV.
Formats We Digitize
We transfer a wide variety of video tapes.
VHS
VHS-C
Hi8 / Video8 / Digital8
Mini DV
Betacam
U-Matic 3/4 inch
MicroMV
DigiBeta
DVCPro HD
More
Handled by Experts with State-of-the-Art Technology
At Scan5, we use professional equipment and software to ensure your tapes are digitized at the highest resolution, preserving every moment with crisp video and clear audio.
Repairing Damaged Tapes
If your tape's case or ribbon is damaged, don’t worry. We can usually repair them in-house to ensure the best possible outcome.
Tape Repair:
Fixing broken cassettes and repairing torn ribbons.
Custom Editing:
Need your footage organized or trimmed? We’ll help tell your story.
Choose the Best Way to Preserve Your Memories
Once your physical items are digitized, you have a few options for how to store them. While all methods are secure, cloud hosting offers the ultimate flexibility and peace of mind.
Cloud Hosting
(30 DAYS FREE!)
USB or HDD
Trusted by Families and Institutions
We’ve worked with families and institutions to help preserve decades of important history.
Family Home Movies
We transfer home movies all day, every day. Bring us your collection and rest easy knowing your home movies are safe in the cloud.
Archival Projects
100s or 1000s of tapes? We can handle a large volume of tapes and offer competitive turnaround and pricing.
Tape Digitizing FAQ:
VHS, Mini DV, Hi8, Betacam & More
VHS, VHS-C, Hi8, Digital8, Video8, Mini DV, U-Matic 3/4 inch, Betacam, Micro MV, DVC Pro HD, and DigiBeta. If your tape format isn’t listed please contact us.
Tapes degrade over time due to exposure to heat, humidity, and wear from playback. This degradation leads to a loss of picture quality, sound distortion, and unwatchable footage. Digitizing now ensures your memories are preserved before they’re lost forever.
Yes, we can usually repair broken cassette cases and torn ribbons. Our goal is to ensure the best possible outcome during the conversion process.
We recommend sending your tapes Pacific Video Repair for this type of specialty restoration.
You can choose from:
- Cloud Hosting: Access your videos anytime, anywhere. Cloud storage ensures automatic backups and easy sharing with family and friends.
- USB or External Hard Drive: Store your files locally for easy access and compatibility with your devices.
We offer high-quality .mp4 files and optional ProRes .mov files.
You have several convenient options to get your tapes to us:
- Drop Off: Visit our local office for a personal handoff.
- Courier Pick Up: We can arrange a secure courier to collect your tapes.
- UPS Shipping: Use our prepaid UPS shipping service, and we’ll notify you when your tapes arrive.
Most projects take 1 to 4 weeks, depending on the size of the order. Rush service may be available for select projects. Contact us to discuss.
Yes, we offer basic custom editing services, such as trimming, organizing, and merging footage. Contact us to discuss.
Our cloud storage is highly secure, utilizing industry-standard encryption to protect your files. Sharing is entirely optional, and you have control over who can access your content.
Our technicians use professional-grade equipment to handle all media with care. Each item is labeled and tracked throughout the entire process to ensure it’s returned to you in the same condition.
Yes, we provide bulk discounts for larger collections. Contact us with the size and details of your project, and we’ll provide a custom quote.
Your Privacy Is Our Priority
Your memories are personal, and we treat them with care. We guarantee your items will be handled securely and privately, and never shared with third parties.
Ready to Get Started?
Don’t wait until it’s too late. Let Scan5 digitize your collection now.
