Sony SLV-N750 VHS / S-VHS playback VCR
- VCR Type: VHS / S-VHS playback
- Number of Video Heads: 4
- General Features: Auto Clock Set Auto Head Cleaner On Screen Menu Quasi SVHS Playback Commercial Skip Auto Tracking Auto Channel Program Child Lock Jog Dial
- Audio: Hi-Fi Stereo
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A Decent Product for Old Technology
Pros
Picture Quality, Recording
Cons
Hard to Read Clock
Recommended it?
Yes
The Bottom Line:
If you are looking for a VCR, consider this fine product from Sony. It plays movies well, and is outstanding at recording programs off the television.
I bought this VCR two months ago, when my old clunker finally had enough. My last VCR, also a Sony, lasted for almost ten years. There were years of heavy usage, and then a significant dropoff after the release of DVD movies. However, I was impressed with its length of service, so I decided to buy another Sony to replace it.
The hardest part about buying a VCR, is to find one in the first place. I visited a couple of electronics stores around town, and was disturbed to find that they no longer sold VCRs. Maybe its because I spent my formative years watching movies in VHS format, that I found this so hard to accept. Finally, I went to Best Buy, and purchased this VCR for $79.99.
My den is the place I work, eat, and sleep from time to time. I like watching 80's movies while there, and have a collection of VHS tapes numbering in the hundreds.(I think I'm a packrat when it comes to movies) I still like going to Walmart to buy VHS movies in the bargain bin, and watch them while working on my computer. That is the main reason I purchased this VCR, and I sometimes use it to record a program off of the television.
For basic purposes, this is a very good VCR. If you want an advanced machine with a lot of buttons/gadgets, look elsewhere.(Preferrably, buy a VCR/DVD combo) The picture quality is outstanding, and this 4 head unit really delivers a strong performance. It plays newer tapes and some of my dusty old ones with ease, and there are no problems with any kinds of distortion. The images stay in one place also, instead of moving around/blurring colors. The programs I have taped appear to have no "recording issues," and the picture quality is as clear as the original broadcast.
I do like that the A/V inputs are on the front. It is so nice to be able to attach my camcorder, without any issues. I also like the Commercial Skip Feature, which allows you to skip those annoying and/or disgusting advertisements.(ie. Lamisil's Digger) All other features work properly, and rewinding/forwarding times are amazing. I would guess that rewinding a whole movie only takes about 2 minutes. The buttons are easy to use, and the remote is adequate for the purposes used for.
My only real complaint is that the clock is hard to read, even in a fairly dark room. It is impossible to see in bright conditions, but still hard on the eyes in darknesss. Sony should improve this, as I like using VCR clocks for keeping track of time. However, this is a minor issue, considering "beggars can't be choosers." That is the legacy of the VCR in general, but if you still enjoy watching VHS format, then consider buying the Sony. It comes with a 1 year labor/90 day parts warranty, and is an attractive silver machine. Considering Sony's reputation, and my previous experience with their VCR, I would recommend it as a solid buy.
The hardest part about buying a VCR, is to find one in the first place. I visited a couple of electronics stores around town, and was disturbed to find that they no longer sold VCRs. Maybe its because I spent my formative years watching movies in VHS format, that I found this so hard to accept. Finally, I went to Best Buy, and purchased this VCR for $79.99.
My den is the place I work, eat, and sleep from time to time. I like watching 80's movies while there, and have a collection of VHS tapes numbering in the hundreds.(I think I'm a packrat when it comes to movies) I still like going to Walmart to buy VHS movies in the bargain bin, and watch them while working on my computer. That is the main reason I purchased this VCR, and I sometimes use it to record a program off of the television.
For basic purposes, this is a very good VCR. If you want an advanced machine with a lot of buttons/gadgets, look elsewhere.(Preferrably, buy a VCR/DVD combo) The picture quality is outstanding, and this 4 head unit really delivers a strong performance. It plays newer tapes and some of my dusty old ones with ease, and there are no problems with any kinds of distortion. The images stay in one place also, instead of moving around/blurring colors. The programs I have taped appear to have no "recording issues," and the picture quality is as clear as the original broadcast.
I do like that the A/V inputs are on the front. It is so nice to be able to attach my camcorder, without any issues. I also like the Commercial Skip Feature, which allows you to skip those annoying and/or disgusting advertisements.(ie. Lamisil's Digger) All other features work properly, and rewinding/forwarding times are amazing. I would guess that rewinding a whole movie only takes about 2 minutes. The buttons are easy to use, and the remote is adequate for the purposes used for.
My only real complaint is that the clock is hard to read, even in a fairly dark room. It is impossible to see in bright conditions, but still hard on the eyes in darknesss. Sony should improve this, as I like using VCR clocks for keeping track of time. However, this is a minor issue, considering "beggars can't be choosers." That is the legacy of the VCR in general, but if you still enjoy watching VHS format, then consider buying the Sony. It comes with a 1 year labor/90 day parts warranty, and is an attractive silver machine. Considering Sony's reputation, and my previous experience with their VCR, I would recommend it as a solid buy.
