Betamax was much better than VHS. We had a unit that we had for many years that we just junked. Even today's VHS was no comparison to the old Betamax.

BUT Sony wanted total control of both the units and the tapes while JVC decided to put out the specs for the recorders but kept the tape manufacturing confidential. They knew that they could make more money selling tapes over selling recorders, much like giving away a razor to sell the blades. At least that is what I read.


I'm no longer allowed to go caroling at the psych hospital.
I guess Do You Hear What I Hear was a bad song choice!

64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware