$20 / tape
Video tapes
VHS, VHS-C, S-VHS, MiniDV, Hi8, Video8 and Digital8. Professional playback equipment and time-base correction for supported analog tapes.
CEDAR FALLS, IOWA · HOLIDAY 2026
Bring the box.
Bring back the holidays.
The home movies, the familiar voices, the Christmas mornings. Bring the collection you have ready. We’ll help you watch and share it again.
Christmas drop-offs by December 4. Confirm timing for your collection.
Christmas intake has closed. Ask about timing for your next project.
Charlie Smith, founderYour local technician · Cedar Falls, IA
100% local Stays in Cedar Falls
$0 For blank tapes
$5 off Your first order
THE BODHISCAN DIFFERENCE
See the difference.
Old tapes deserve more than a quick transfer. Here's a real side-by-side sample of what thoughtful playback and digitization can reveal.
Have a box of tapes you've been meaning to save?
Talk to us about your collectionWHAT WE DIGITIZE
Clear prices.
Local care.
No charge for blank or unplayable tapes. We’ll review the collection and cost with you before starting.
$1 / frame
Slides & negatives
35mm mounted slides and negative strips. Each frame is cleaned, scanned and color-corrected.
$20 / tape or disc
Audio & discs
Audio cassettes, CDs and home movie DVDs. Keep the recordings in a format you can listen to or watch today.
Have photo prints or an unfamiliar format? Ask for a quote. Betamax and vinyl records aren’t currently supported.
A QUICK STARTING POINT
What’s in
your box?
Use a rough count. We’ll confirm the final total after checking your collection.
$5 off your first order.
Ask about the offer when arranging your visit. The estimate below uses standard prices before the offer or optional extras.
Not sure? Skip the count and tell us what you’ve found.
Estimated total
Includes personal inspection and digital cloud delivery. Blank or unplayable tapes are not charged.
Use this estimateFROM THE BOX TO YOUR SCREEN
Find it. Book it. Bring it.
Start with what’s ready.
Keep tapes, slides and negatives in their original cases where possible. No need to have the whole family archive sorted.
Meet with Charlie.
Arrange a Cedar Falls appointment. We’ll look through the collection, confirm the estimate, and discuss timing.
Get the files and originals.
Watch and download through a private cloud link. Your originals come home with you. USB delivery is optional.
Handled here in Cedar Falls. Your media stays local and is personally reviewed. No charge for blank or unplayable tapes.
Do I need to sort or count everything?
No. Bring the collection you have ready. We’ll identify the formats and count your media with you before getting started.
Does December 4 guarantee Christmas delivery?
December 4, 2026 is the Christmas drop-off deadline, not a blanket completion guarantee. Your media needs to arrive by the deadline; sending an enquiry alone does not reserve a slot. Confirm timing for your collection when booking. Call before visiting on December 4.
What if my tapes are blank or won’t play?
There is no charge for blank or unplayable tapes. We review the media and discuss the project with you.
How do I watch the finished files?
You receive digital files through a private cloud link for watching and downloading. Video transfers are delivered as MP4 files. An optional USB drive is available; ask about pricing and compatibility. Your originals are returned.
How does the $5 first-order offer work?
New to BodhiScan? Ask about $5 off your first order when arranging your visit. We’ll confirm how the offer applies to your project. The estimator shows standard prices before the offer or optional extras.
Can you arrange pickup or mail-in service?
Yes. Ask about local Cedar Valley pickup or a prepaid mail-in label. Confirm arrangements and timing before sending or bringing your media.
LET’S LOOK AT YOUR COLLECTION
Found the box?
Let’s make a plan.
Tell us what you have and when you’d like to bring it in. Charlie will follow up to confirm your appointment and the timing for your project.
Christmas drop-offs: by December 4, 2026.
Appointments required. Confirm completion timing for your collection.
Christmas intake has closed. Ask about the next available appointment and current turnaround.
Charlie Smith · Founder & technician
602 State Street, Suite E1
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Use the side ramp door. Reserved parking at the entrance.
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