What Do I Do If My VHS Tape Is Mouldy?
If your VHS tape has visible mould, do not put it straight into a VCR or try to clean it with household products. Mould can contaminate playback equipment and other tapes, while cleaning can damage the magnetic tape. Instead, isolate the cassette and have its condition assessed before attempting playback, cleaning, repair or digitisation. What […]
Phone vs Flatbed Scanner vs Professional Photo Scanning: Which Is Best?
For most people, professional photo scanning provides the most consistent results across a large or valuable collection, while a flatbed scanner can work well for smaller batches and a phone is convenient for quick copies. The right choice depends on the condition of your photographs, the quality you need and how much time you want […]
VHS Tape Has Picture but No Sound: What Causes It and Can It Be Recovered?
A VHS tape can produce a clear picture while giving you little or no sound for several reasons. The problem may be the VCR, audio connections, playback settings or the tape itself. In some cases, the recording is still there and can be recovered by using the correct playback method or professional transfer equipment. Why […]
