DVCAM deck like DSR40
 

Two questions:

1.) Does anybody know why it's relatively difficult (other than on Ebay) to find Sony DSR40s for sale anywhere? I couldn't even find one at B&H. I have a client who wants to buy a DVCam deck like the DSR40 so they can stop renting one and save money over time.

2.) Is anybody on here selling a used one or know of other reliable sites that are (other than Ebay)?

Re: DVCAM deck like DSR40
 

Most (if not all) of Sony's HDV decks play DVCAM.

Sony hvr-m

Re: DVCAM deck like DSR40
 

Practically all of the old Sony DSR decks will play either DV or DVCAM. Even my old no longer working DSR11 did both so they're out there, just a little due diligence when looking and I'm sure your client will find a decent one.

Re: DVCAM deck like DSR40
 

Josh, what features does your client NEED? Just Firewire input/output? Analog component and sync? RS422 device control?

As Fred says, the HVR series HDV decks all play back DV/DVCam. Just find a deck that has the required features.

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Thanks Fred and Don. I'll search and see what the cheapest option is for the client now.

Re: DVCAM deck like DSR40
 

@Shaun: Just the ability to be able to capture DVCam tapes. Really basic need.

Re: DVCAM deck like DSR40
 

Josh,

I sent you a private message.