good vcr

[jwfc]

Hello. I've searched this site a few times and I'm probably dumb since I can't find information on good S VHS VCRs. I'm assuming those are the best for converting old vhs tapes to dvds and improving the quality of them using computer software. I came across an old JVC VCR that everyone liked but it was discontinued. Can anyone shed any links or advice in this area? Thanks.

[qlizard]

Search again. This subject is VERY covered. You'll find that some people prefer JVC, others Toshiba, others mitsubishi, and some the old panasonic SVHS machines. Of course just being SVHS isn't good enough. they "should" have TBC and DNR built in, but there is also debate on some of that. I myself have both a JVC SV10U and a Toshiba W808, both regarded as relatively good machines. The JVC works better for some tapes and the Toshiba for others. I think I end up using the JVC more but it also seems to work better with the video recorder I'm using which also happens to be a JVC. I found my machines on ebay and I suspect thats where you'll get yours.

A better VCR will definitely give you some improvement, but also don't expect miracles either.

[anitract]

Yeah, just try searching in the capturing forum for "VCR" in title only. You will get many hits with similar advice. Also the restoration forum here has some good info.

The JVC professional models are definitely pushed the most (HR-S9911U, HR-S9800U, HR-S9700U, HR-S9600U, HR-S9500U, HR-S7600U, HR-S7800U, SR-V101U). The only problem is that the only one left in production at this point is the SR-V101U. I personally hope that model (and JVC customer support for that matter) rots in...well, you know....

Panasonic AG-1960/70/80 are also known to be exceptional. Lately, they (especially the 1980) have gained a lot of attention around here.

Good luck getting ahold of any of the units above on ebay. They are in very high demand, and I know that there are always several people from VideoHelp alone closely monitoring for machines.

Don't give up on other, less expensive, models entirely. It may be that they will be acceptable to you.

[KeepItSimple]

Good luck getting ahold of any of the units above on ebay. They are in very high demand, and I know that there are always several people from VideoHelp alone closely monitoring for machines.

Yep and I've been one of them! I was high bidder on Ebay the other day for what looks to be a schweet JVC SR-V10U for $163 +shipping (I haven't gotten it yet -- looking out the window for UPS right now! ).
A couple of hours later an HR-S9800U sold for $371 so the prices can be all over the place for JVC units with DNR & TBC.

I think some may not be as familiar with the JVC "Professional" model numbers SR-V10U and SR-V101U. They might not be searching Ebay as vigorously for those models so you might be able to get one for a really decent price.

ALSO don't forget GoVideo SDV-650, a "re-branded" JVC HR-S9800U. There is someone selling 2 "new old stock" of those right now on Ebay. That's another unfamiliar model number that few might search for.

JVC SR-V10U:



GoVideo SDV-650:

[Marlowe]

I know this is an old post, but I was able to get a JVC SR-10US for under $70 shipped by searching for "JVC Super VHS" instead of "JVC SVHS" or "JVC S-VHS," so using a less used search term can limit the competition.

Also, be willing to accept some cosmetic issues, and you may have a winner: mine had no remote (free after rebate universal remotes work just as well) and had some gouges and scratches from being rack mounted. Function-wise it seems perfect.

[FulciLives]

I know this is an old post, but I was able to get a JVC SR-10US for under $70 shipped by searching for "JVC Super VHS" instead of "JVC SVHS" or "JVC S-VHS," so using a less used search term can limit the competition.

Also, be willing to accept some cosmetic issues, and you may have a winner: mine had no remote (free after rebate universal remotes work just as well) and had some gouges and scratches from being rack mounted. Function-wise it seems perfect.

The no remote thing is gonna screw you over ... the JVC has an internal menu with all kinds of settings and I doubt that a universal remote will allow you to access that menu.

- John "FulciLives" Coleman

[Marlowe]

The no remote thing is gonna screw you over ... the JVC has an internal menu with all kinds of settings and I doubt that a universal remote will allow you to access that menu.

Maybe I got lucky, but the Sony RM-V302 universal remote I have lets me access those menus. I'm already playing with "NORM" and "EDIT" Picture Modes. I think any remote that recognizes JVC and has directional arrows, "menu," and "OK" or "Select" buttons should work.

You're right, though, I did take a gamble on getting this with no remote.

[FulciLives]

The no remote thing is gonna screw you over ... the JVC has an internal menu with all kinds of settings and I doubt that a universal remote will allow you to access that menu.

Maybe I got lucky, but the Sony RM-V302 universal remote I have lets me access those menus. I'm already playing with "NORM" and "EDIT" Picture Modes. I think any remote that recognizes JVC and has directional arrows, "menu," and "OK" or "Select" buttons should work.

You're right, though, I did take a gamble on getting this with no remote.

Yeah ... that was the menu I was thinking of ... surprised that the universal remote you got worked A-OK for you but also glad for you at the same time!

- John "FulciLives" Coleman