SONY SLV-R7 (1989)

 

Brand: SONY

Model: SLV-R7

Year: 1989

Market: Japan only

The SLV-R7 is a unique Japanese market only Super-VHS from Sony introduced in late 1989. It features Super-VHS high-quality technology in a low vibration, high rigidity mechanism including mid-ship mounting and VIFF structure. It boasts fine resolution with a horizontal resolution of 400 lines. The SLV-R7 was Sony's first Super-VHS deck, born in response to the expectations of video fans. To prevent image distortion, the mechanism, which is the heaviest part of the VTR, is placed in the center of the chassis. It achieves equal left-right balance, minimizes twisting and resonance, and stabilizes image and sound quality. A shock-absorbing mechanism is used between the mechanism chassis and the frame that supports it which effectively absorbs external vibrations. The core shape of the head is narrowed down to realize high magnetic flux density, bringing out the best image quality. A bulge point drum is used to reduce tape vibration. The large moment of inertia at the entrance and exit of the rotating head stabilizes the movement, reducing jitter that causes image distortion and misalignment. The SLV-R7 also features Hi-Fi Stereo sound and it comes equipped with wood side panels and the RMT-V7 remote control with jog and shuttle operation.