What is super vhs tape?

Super VHS (SVHS) tape is a type of VHS tape that was developed by JVC in 1987. It offers better picture quality and recording resolution than the standard VHS format. SVHS tapes are capable of recording up to 400 lines of horizontal resolution, compared to the 240 lines of resolution that standard VHS tapes can handle. This increased resolution results in a sharper, more detailed picture with better color accuracy.

SVHS tapes use a different type of cassette than standard VHS tapes, with wider tape tracks and a higher tape speed. This makes it possible to record and playback higher quality video.

While SVHS never caught on as a mainstream format due to its high price and limited availability, it was popular among videographers and professionals who needed high-quality video recording capabilities. Today, with the advent of digital video recording and streaming, SVHS tapes have become largely obsolete, but they are still sought after by those who appreciate the format's unique characteristics.