[Publius6961]

I still have my very first VHS tape I ever recored back in 1981. It still reads fine 22 years later. :-)

Hmmmmmm. My first tape recorded was a Beta. I should drag it out and check it out. Circa 1976. Yes, I still have a Beta machine too.

[RadioAstronomer]

Yes, I still have a Beta machine too.

Now that I dont have! But I do have both Laser and Capacitive disc players!

Take a look at this site:

http://www.labguysworld.com/VTR_Links.htm

[FreedomCalls]

My first tape recorded was a Beta. I should drag it out and check it out. Circa 1976. Yes, I still have a Beta machine too.

Sony 3/4" U-matic is the only way to go.

[rwfromkansas]

They were still recording on beta when I visited a tv station in Wichita. They said they liked it a heck of a lot better than any other tape recording methods, but are now gettign ready to switch to digital.