Save your precious home videos before they go all foobar
To save as many memories as possible from the ravages of time
$25 per VHS tape of any length + $25 per USB thumbdrive
(USB drives can usually store between 20 to 30 videos)
Bulk discounts are available for customers with more than 20 tapes
I'd prefer not to do that if possible as I'm currently only accepting business from people in the Pittsburgh area. My suggestion would be to meet at a police station that has a designated area under surveillance for doing internet business safely. That's what "they" recommend, and it could save $50-$80 in shipping costs (depending on the number of tapes).
Yes. You'll be getting the original tapes back along with digital videos on USB thumbdrive(s). For the brief time I'll be in possession of your tapes, they'll be kept in a cool, dry place to avoid further degradation.
I only view the first and last minute of the capture. If you're worried about me seeing embarrassing videos of you dressing up and dancing while lip syncing to Michael Jackson songs, you're in luck (as long as it's not in the first or last minute).
Yes. You'll receive a verbatim copy and a stabilized version. The old camcorders were painfully heavy on shoulders, and arm fatigue was common. My own home movies induced a seasick-like nausea before I stabilization. I'd imagine everyone would like that option.
There the is a bit of a catch. More specificially, there are two things that you'll want to be aware of: