Where can i find a beta to vhs cartage

Question

Where can i find a beta to vhs cartage

Answer 1

You can't. The formats are too different, it's not just mechanical (perhaps you're thinking of VHS-C to VHS adapters).

The best thing, if you need a small number of conversions done, is to use a service bureau that will render the Betamax tape to your format of choice. You might find such a place locally, in the Yellowpages or on Craig's List; I have added a few links for online services.

If you need to do this often, you can find cheap Beta decks on eBay and other places. However, if you dub directly to a VHS deck, you can have quality issues without using a time-base corrector in-between (which any reputable service bureau will). This isn't usually an issue if you dub from VHS to a digital recorder.  

Answer 2

There is no "beta to vhs" converter or cartridge. Beta and VHS are different, competing, analog video tape formats. The information stored on the different tapes are stored differently.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Videotape_f...

If you have a beta tape and want it on VHS, try contacting the local TV station - They probably won't do it, but it is worth a shot. Many still use that format - there also may be a pro video person in your town who will, for a fee, do transfer for you.