Transfer Video Tapes To USB, DVD, and Digital Download

VHS + Super VHS Tapes

Do you have old VHS tapes that you can no longer play? At PipeWolf Media we can convert your VHS tapes to a digital format called MP4, this is the most universal file format for videos.

We’re able to transfer both VHS and Super-VHS (SVHS) tapes.

We charge a $25 set up fee and $15 per VHS tape.

When we receive the VHS tapes, we’ll assess them to see if they have mould or require any repairs.

We charge $25 per tape for mould cleaning and $40 per tape for repairs.

We’ll transfer each VHS tape to a MP4 file but can use another format upon request.

  • Unlimited tape duration
  • Payment is only required when the order is complete.
  • 30-day satisfaction guarantee

Three ways to receive your digital video files

USB/Harddrive

Supplied by you or purchase through PipeWolf Media.

Cloud File Download

We provide a shareable Dropbox link to your digital files (suitable for orders until 30GB in total, link will expire after 30-days).

DVD

Supplied by you or purchase through PipeWolf Media.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long do media transfers take?

To transfer your VHS tape we need to play it through in real time – so if it’s a 4 hour tape it will take 4 hours to transfer. Once we’ve transferred the tape we then need to export the file and copy it onto to your USB/hard drive/DVD, depending on the size of the file this can take a little while. Generally we’d allow for a few days to complete an order of multiple tape transfers.

If you need your VHS tape transferred quickly please let us know ahead of time so we can accommodate tight deadlines

Is there are bulk discount for large orders?

Unfortunately we don’t offer a discount for large orders.

What happens if a tape is too old to play?

We’ll make every effort to transfer all of your tapes – sometimes tapes are old and unfortunately they can’t be transferred. We only charge for tapes that are successfully transferred.

What size USB do I need to put my VHS tapes onto?

Great questions – As a rule-of-thumb, a VHS tape will convert to a 5GB file.

It’s important to keep in mind that the actual storage space on a USB or hard drive is usually around 80%, as a rule of thumb, of what was advertised. That means if you have an 8GB USB you may only be able to fit 7GB of data on there.

How to get your VHS tapes to us

Step 1

Contact us to book an appointment.

All our drop off and pickups are by appointment only.
Our office is in Berkeley, a short 10-min drive from Wollongong.

When we’re not out filming, our office hours are 10am – 6pm Monday – Friday.

Call, text or email us to book a time to drop your tapes off to us at 7 Stafford Street, Berkeley.

We can also pick up tapes anywhere in the Illawarra or orders can be posted to our office.

Step 2

Fill out our client form

Please fill out our quick and easy online form before you drop the tapes off.

Step 3

Drop your tapes off.

Drop your tapes off at the time you’ve booked. We’ll transfer everything and contact you when they’re ready for pick up.