Everything you need to know — clear and simple

Video: VHS (PAL & NTSC), VHS‑C (adapter), MiniDV, Video8 / Hi8 / Digital8, 8mm camcorder. Betamax on request (queue may apply). No MicroMV.

Cine: Super 8 / 8mm in real time (sound‑on‑film +€10 per reel).

Audio: Standard cassette, dictaphone/microcassette, MiniDisc, DAT, reel‑to‑reel (selected speeds), vinyl.

Storage: SD/microSD, USB sticks, external drives, some camera cards; phones & tablets (see Phones & Storage).

We’re in Cork city for appointment‑only drop‑offs. Most orders arrive by post from anywhere in Ireland. We’ll guide you on safe packing.

Everything is done in‑house by one person. Nothing is outsourced. Your items stay together and come back exactly as they arrived.

Your original tape plus your chosen digital format: USB, DVD, or private link. For video we can supply 576i (MPEG) or a de‑interlaced file at 720p/50fps (popular choice).

Yes — NTSC (US/Canada/Japan) is supported. There’s a +€10 per tape surcharge for the extra hardware required.

Base price covers up to 2 hours. Longer tapes (typically 2–4 hours) have a +€10 surcharge. We’ll flag any unusual cases upfront.

Basic clean‑up is included. Advanced work (colour correction, flicker reduction, audio clean) is available from €15–€50 depending on what’s needed.

Loose prints, album pages (handled gently), 35mm slides, medium format slides, and common negative strips. We’ll advise on unusual sizes.

JPEG is standard for easy sharing. TIFF available on request at +€0.30/photo (ideal for editing and archiving). Bulk discounts apply.

Yes. If you want both, we’ll scan accordingly and deliver two folders (Original and Enhanced). Deciding this up front saves rescans later.

Yes. Moderate restoration from €20–€40; severe restoration (e.g. faces) typically €80–€150. We’ll quote before work.

Cassette, dictaphone/microcassette, MiniDisc (from €15), DAT, reel‑to‑reel (select speeds), and vinyl. Track splitting, naming, and metadata tagging available as extras.

Yes — hiss reduction, hum removal, and gentle EQ from €20–€50 per track, depending on condition and length.

Photos and videos only (no texts/WhatsApp messages). iPhones must be unlocked and not iCloud‑only. Deleted file recovery is sometimes possible for undamaged media.

Yes — we can rotate, merge, and tidy filenames/folders so everything’s easy to find. Small tidy‑ups are often included; larger edits are quoted.

• USB — easiest for TVs and computers. Free 64GB USB with 10+ tapes, otherwise €15 per USB.
• DVD — works on most DVD players. €5 per disc (about ~1 hr per disc at best quality).
• Private link — temporary download link is free; permanent link options: SD €5 or HD €15 up to 2 hrs (+€10 per extra hour).

Common choices are MP4 (H.264), MPEG‑2, or AVI on request. For VHS we deliver either the original 576i or an optional 720p/50fps de‑interlaced file.

• €20 per tape (up to 2 hours)
• +€10 for 2–4 hour tapes
• Bulk: 10+ tapes = €18 each • 20+ = €16.50 each • 30+ = €15 each
• NTSC (US): +€10 per tape
• USB: free with 10+ tapes, otherwise €15
• DVD copies: €5 per disc

Wedding or very long/complex tapes may need a custom quote.

Bank transfer (after completion), Revolut, PayPal, or cash. A small deposit may be required for very large jobs or special equipment.

Yes — most orders arrive by post. We’ll send safe packing tips. Return post via Registered Post is typically €5–€12 (sender assumes transit risk).

Yes — by appointment in Cork city. Message first to arrange a time.

We don’t offer a collection service, but we’ll help you arrange An Post or a courier drop if needed.

Yes — everything is lightly cleaned and inspected before digitising. If we spot mould or damage, we’ll discuss options first.

Usually, yes — splicing and minor repairs are free. Severe damage will be quoted before work.

We can preview on request and tell you what’s on them. There’s no fee unless it’s a very large batch.

Most jobs finish within 5–10 working days depending on quantity and condition. Rush options are sometimes possible — just ask.

All transfers are done in Cork. We follow GDPR practices and delete working copies after you confirm receipt. If you want long‑term access, choose a permanent link option or ask us to hold files for a period.