| Reel to Reel Transfer Technical Stuff |
What happens to my film?
Take 5 uses the latest equipment to scan each individual frame. This process
gives you excellent clarity, no flicker and full frame picture. This is the same
process used by the Academy of Motion Pictures Film Archives in Hollywood.
If you are comparing, ask what process they are using. Some companies
actually project the film onto the wall and film it off of the wall through a video
camera! Ask if they can guarantee no flicker and no frame cut offs. Take 5 can.
How do we do it?
Once your film is received, each reel is cleaned with a film safe cleaner. You
would be amazed at the dust, mildew and grim on reels. If there are tears in
the film or film put together by duct tape (yes, we have seen that) the film is
spliced together with reel splicing tape.
The film scanner is a sprocket- less process which means your film is safe
from tears.
The light is a LED light which means your film is safe from burns.
What can we convert?
Take 5 can transfer 8mm, Super 8 & Super 8 with Sound, 16 mm and 16 mm
with sound.
How much of my film will fit onto a DVD?
A DVD will hold 120 minutes: Run Times are approximate
3" Diameter- 50'- Run Time: 4 minutes
5" Diameter- 200'- Run Time: 15 minutes
7" Diameter- 400'- Run Time: 30 minutes
Or if it's easier, a DVD can hold apprx 1600 feet
Will you transfer my film to a hard drive?
Yes! In fact we are getting more and more requests for this. We can put the
files onto a hard drive supplied by you in a format you can use to edit your
own film. The price is the same, but please call for details.
Will I get my film back?
Yes. In fact it will be in better shape than when you gave it to us.
Some of my reels aren't marked, what do I do?
Take 5 can take a picture of a frame and email it to you. We usually like to
send you a picture with kids in it to help determine where it should go in
sequence. We do not charge extra for this.
What type of music do you add?
We like to match the music with the mood of the film. So if it is Christmas, we
will use Christmas music. If it is a happy scene, it will be upbeat. Some
companies have a set music "track" they pop into the audio track..because
face it, it's a lot easier! However, that means you could get jazz with a funeral
scene. Take 5 takes the time to match the mood so it flows better.
We get a lot of compliments on our music selection.
Are there any other costs?
The price includes one DVD. There are no "mastering charge" or "rendering
charge" or other hidden costs. The only costs that are not included are if you
want more than one title, any extra copies ($9.99 each) and tax.
Do you rent out projectors? Yes, call for details.
Take 5 uses the latest equipment to scan each individual frame. This process
gives you excellent clarity, no flicker and full frame picture. This is the same
process used by the Academy of Motion Pictures Film Archives in Hollywood.
If you are comparing, ask what process they are using. Some companies
actually project the film onto the wall and film it off of the wall through a video
camera! Ask if they can guarantee no flicker and no frame cut offs. Take 5 can.
How do we do it?
Once your film is received, each reel is cleaned with a film safe cleaner. You
would be amazed at the dust, mildew and grim on reels. If there are tears in
the film or film put together by duct tape (yes, we have seen that) the film is
spliced together with reel splicing tape.
The film scanner is a sprocket- less process which means your film is safe
from tears.
The light is a LED light which means your film is safe from burns.
What can we convert?
Take 5 can transfer 8mm, Super 8 & Super 8 with Sound, 16 mm and 16 mm
with sound.
How much of my film will fit onto a DVD?
A DVD will hold 120 minutes: Run Times are approximate
3" Diameter- 50'- Run Time: 4 minutes
5" Diameter- 200'- Run Time: 15 minutes
7" Diameter- 400'- Run Time: 30 minutes
Or if it's easier, a DVD can hold apprx 1600 feet
Will you transfer my film to a hard drive?
Yes! In fact we are getting more and more requests for this. We can put the
files onto a hard drive supplied by you in a format you can use to edit your
own film. The price is the same, but please call for details.
Will I get my film back?
Yes. In fact it will be in better shape than when you gave it to us.
Some of my reels aren't marked, what do I do?
Take 5 can take a picture of a frame and email it to you. We usually like to
send you a picture with kids in it to help determine where it should go in
sequence. We do not charge extra for this.
What type of music do you add?
We like to match the music with the mood of the film. So if it is Christmas, we
will use Christmas music. If it is a happy scene, it will be upbeat. Some
companies have a set music "track" they pop into the audio track..because
face it, it's a lot easier! However, that means you could get jazz with a funeral
scene. Take 5 takes the time to match the mood so it flows better.
We get a lot of compliments on our music selection.
Are there any other costs?
The price includes one DVD. There are no "mastering charge" or "rendering
charge" or other hidden costs. The only costs that are not included are if you
want more than one title, any extra copies ($9.99 each) and tax.
Do you rent out projectors? Yes, call for details.
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| Take 5 Productions, LLC Home Movie Transfer to DVD, Video Slideshows, Wedding & Business Video Production 608-790-3608 Onalaska, Wisconsin |
