The SONY VO-9800P U-matic is a professional ¾-inch PAL recorder, designed for high-quality playback and archival transfer. As one of SONY’s most advanced VO-series machines, it supports Superior Performance (SP), High Band, and Low Band playback, making it ideal for digitizing a wide range of legacy content.
This machine gained widespread popularity in broadcast and institutional environments thanks to its versatility, supporting Low Band, High Band, and SP playback. Combined with its high-quality output, robust editing functions, and reliable transport system, the VO-9800P became a trusted choice for professional use. Today, it remains one of the top options for archival-grade U-matic transfers.
Refurbished SONY VO-9800P U-matic units ready for delivery
At NextArchive, we have a large inventory of VO-9800P units, as well as other U-matic type-9 and NTSC version’s – in stock.
Depending on your needs, we offer units:
- With the existing drum installed and 3 month limited warranty
- With a new upper drum and a 12 month limited warranty
Each deck undergoes a complete refurbishment process. We replace worn electronic components, install a new pinch roller assembly, fit new belts and idler drive wheels, and lubricate and calibrate the mechanism. After servicing, our VO-9800P units meet – or often exceed – their original factory specifications.
Technical highlights
- Tape format: ¾-inch
- Playback modes: SP, High Band, and Low Band (PAL)
- Audio system: Built-in Dolby noise reduction for improved signal quality
- Horizontal resolution:
- SP mode: 300 lines (color/monochrome)
- High Band: 260 lines (color/monochrome)
- Low Band: 250 lines (color/monochrome)
- Outputs: Composite video, and balanced XLR audio
