> > >In fact, this is also why I don't
like VHS - maybe good
> > >enough compared to a noisy aired NTSC source, but just
> > >crap, compared to an U-Max or V2000 (I still use V2000
Since this conversation has wandered in every other direction I thought I
would drop this info for consideration. The same place that has the HP
3000/series 950 about to head to the metal scrappers for lack of interest
has a fairly complete Umatic video editing rig (pair of decks, a couple
consoles, and 3 or so small monitors). Not too far from Disneyland in
SoCal, bring truck and a couple hundered bucks and maybe he will throw in
the effects boxes etc. Tripods and lights are gone already though.
BTW I think the brand on one of the decks is Umax.