What made it special
A practical cassette system and widespread hardware support helped VHS become the dominant consumer home-video format.
FORMAT FIELD GUIDE
VHS
Introduced by JVC in 1976, VHS became synonymous with the home-video era. It let people record television, rent movies, and preserve birthdays, holidays and everyday family moments.
GET TO KNOW THE FORMAT
How it works
A VCR wraps magnetic tape around a spinning head drum to record and reproduce analog video.
Collecting & playback
Inspect the shell and tape for damage or mold. Avoid repeated playback of irreplaceable material; consider a careful digital transfer.