The Maxell B-5M Digital Betacam SP BQ Video Cassette (Small) is used worldwide in broadcasting and for ENG/EFP applications. It features a cross-linking, high performance binder system. This system, combined with the Ceramic Armor Metal Particles technology with its extremely thin ceramic layers, enhances the physical characteristics and corrosion resistance of the tape. The tape offers excellent reliability and durability, even under the harshest of electronic editing conditions. It has Outstanding Image and Audio Fidelity, which is demonstrated by high output characteristics over a wide range of frequencies. The fine Ceramic Armor Metal Particles produce superior physical characteristics and corrosion- and oxidation-resistance qualities. The cassette shell has a high-precision guidance system and is made from a heat-resistant, shockproof ABS resin. A special substance is added to the resin to eliminate static electricity. The tape is supplied in a hard plastic album case.

The fine Ceramic Armor metal particles provide an excellent magnetic particle layer that produces superior physical characteristics and corrosion and oxidation resistance qualities. Meticulous contamination-free production system and exceptional quality control work together to reduce dropouts to the absolute minimum. In addition, a conductive backcoating and an anti-static cassette shell are used to repel dust and debris, while helping suppress the dropout ratio. It has Outstanding Image and Audio Fidelity that is demonstrated by high output characteristics over a wide range of frequencies, assuming high-fidelity audio and video performance that makes the tape perfect for master tape applications. Betacam SP 1/2" metal videocassette ideal for broadcast and master tape applications, with five minutes of recording time.

Manufacturer: Maxell. Date First Available: December 5, 2011. Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No. Best Sellers Rank: #65 in Camera & Photo Hi-8 Blank Media #3,334 in Blank Media Products. Customer Reviews: 5.0 out of 5 stars 2 ratings 5.0 out of 5 stars. Item model number: B-5MSP. : B004Y8EPIW. Item Weight: 7.2 ounces. Package Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.7 x 1.2 inches.