SONY - ED-Metal - Audio cassette - 1987
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Eight factory‑sealed Sony ED‑Metal ED‑Beta video tapes (EL‑750B x6 and EL‑750N x2), released in Japan in 1987, in excellent condition.
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★ Ultra-Rare! Factory-Sealed SONY ED-Beta Metal Video Tapes Lot of 8: EL-750B (6 Tapes) & EL-750N (2 Tapes) ★
Up for auction is a magnificent, highly collectible set of eight (8) genuine, factory-sealed Sony ED-Beta Metal high-definition analog video cassette tapes. These represent the absolute pinnacle of the Betamax format, offering unrivaled picture and sound quality for analog video enthusiasts.
Lot Details:
Total Quantity: Eight (8) tapes in total
Breakdown: - SONY ED-Metal EL-750B x 6 tapes
SONY ED-Metal EL-750N x 2 tapes
Condition: Mint condition, brand new, and factory-sealed in their original clear wrap. No tears, scuffs, or discoloration.
Key Features:
Format: ED-Beta (Extended Definition Betamax). These are premium metal particle tapes designed specifically for high-performance ED-Beta video recorders.
High Resolution: Capable of recording/playback with a horizontal resolution exceeding 500 lines.
Technology: Features Sony's advanced Dynamicron / Metal tape technology for ultimate durability and signal retention.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a pristine batch of these legendary tapes. Perfect for serious high-end analog video collectors, archivists, and Betamax enthusiasts.
[ PLEASE NOTE - IMPORTANT COMPATIBILITY WARNING]
These are ED-Beta Video Cassette Tapes, specifically engineered for high-definition Betamax (ED-Beta) video recorders.
They are NOT standard music audio cassette tapes.
They are NOT standard 8mm/Hi8 video cassettes.
They are NOT standard regular Betamax tapes (while they share the shell size, they require ED-Beta compatible decks to fully utilize their metal tape formulation).
Please double-check your hardware compatibility before bidding, as returns due to format misunderstanding cannot be accepted.
Photos of the actual items are provided. The tapes will be securely packed and shipped with a tracking number and shipping insurance.
[International Buyers - Please Note:]
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.
Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
We do not under-value merchandise or mark the item as a "gift" on customs forms. Doing so is against international laws and platform regulations.
★ Ultra-Rare! Factory-Sealed SONY ED-Beta Metal Video Tapes Lot of 8: EL-750B (6 Tapes) & EL-750N (2 Tapes) ★
Up for auction is a magnificent, highly collectible set of eight (8) genuine, factory-sealed Sony ED-Beta Metal high-definition analog video cassette tapes. These represent the absolute pinnacle of the Betamax format, offering unrivaled picture and sound quality for analog video enthusiasts.
Lot Details:
Total Quantity: Eight (8) tapes in total
Breakdown: - SONY ED-Metal EL-750B x 6 tapes
SONY ED-Metal EL-750N x 2 tapes
Condition: Mint condition, brand new, and factory-sealed in their original clear wrap. No tears, scuffs, or discoloration.
Key Features:
Format: ED-Beta (Extended Definition Betamax). These are premium metal particle tapes designed specifically for high-performance ED-Beta video recorders.
High Resolution: Capable of recording/playback with a horizontal resolution exceeding 500 lines.
Technology: Features Sony's advanced Dynamicron / Metal tape technology for ultimate durability and signal retention.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a pristine batch of these legendary tapes. Perfect for serious high-end analog video collectors, archivists, and Betamax enthusiasts.
[ PLEASE NOTE - IMPORTANT COMPATIBILITY WARNING]
These are ED-Beta Video Cassette Tapes, specifically engineered for high-definition Betamax (ED-Beta) video recorders.
They are NOT standard music audio cassette tapes.
They are NOT standard 8mm/Hi8 video cassettes.
They are NOT standard regular Betamax tapes (while they share the shell size, they require ED-Beta compatible decks to fully utilize their metal tape formulation).
Please double-check your hardware compatibility before bidding, as returns due to format misunderstanding cannot be accepted.
Photos of the actual items are provided. The tapes will be securely packed and shipped with a tracking number and shipping insurance.
[International Buyers - Please Note:]
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.
Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
We do not under-value merchandise or mark the item as a "gift" on customs forms. Doing so is against international laws and platform regulations.
Details
Multiple titles
No
Era
1900-2000
Artist/band (max 3)
SONY
Record title
ED-Metal
Number of objects
8
Release country
Japan
Release year (oldest)
1987
Case/sleeve condition
Excellent (EX)
Media condition
Excellent (EX)
Includes
No extra's
Record label
Sony
Record label number
EL-750
Autographed by a famous person
No
