Cost of Replacing Video Heads at DVinfo.net

Jason Rodriguez · April 4th, 2003, 07:42 AM

Hello,

This might be a stupid question, but I've been wondering what the costs are to replace the video heads on the DVX100 compared to purchasing an editing VTR like the DSR-11. Basically the DSR11 is around $1800-$2000, and that is about two-thirds of the way to actually purchasing a brand-new DVX100 for $3300 (aprox.). So, would it be cheaper to just use the camera, and if the heads go bad, just get them replace for maybe $600 or $800, or to go out and buy an editing VTR? Thanks.

Jason

Chris Hurd · April 4th, 2003, 08:13 AM

I think head replacement cost is closer to $900 to $1000 USD. Usually they'll just replace the entire tape transport mechanism as it's easier, quicker, and roughly the same money (more expensive part but much less labor equals same price).

The advantage of a deck is it's much faster, and doesn't tie up your camera. There's a new JVC deck (full size DV and MiniDV) for about $1500.

April 4th, 2003, 07:42 AM	#1
Jason Rodriguez Trustee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 1,095	Cost of Replacing Video Heads Hello, This might be a stupid question, but I've been wondering what the costs are to replace the video heads on the DVX100 compared to purchasing an editing VTR like the DSR-11. Basically the DSR11 is around $1800-$2000, and that is about two-thirds of the way to actually purchasing a brand-new DVX100 for $3300 (aprox.). So, would it be cheaper to just use the camera, and if the heads go bad, just get them replace for maybe $600 or $800, or to go out and buy an editing VTR? Thanks. Jason

April 4th, 2003, 08:13 AM	#2
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,366 Images: 513	I think head replacement cost is closer to $900 to $1000 USD. Usually they'll just replace the entire tape transport mechanism as it's easier, quicker, and roughly the same money (more expensive part but much less labor equals same price). The advantage of a deck is it's much faster, and doesn't tie up your camera. There's a new JVC deck (full size DV and MiniDV) for about $1500. __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!