RACE AGAINST TIME
For over 67 years, videotape has been the trusted medium for capturing some of the most vivid and powerful records of our shared experience.
But just as empires and eras have passed, the videotape era is now rapidly coming to an end. There’s no better time than now to transfer your videotapes from fragile physical media to secure digital assets.
Learn more about our archive story from the Reuters Screenocean and GrayMeta presentation at the 2025 FIAT | IFTA Conference in Rome
SAMMA
(System for the Automated Migration of Media Assets)
is the trusted tool that makes this transition efficient, reliable, and future-proof.
By investing in SAMMA, you’re not just converting formats—you’re safeguarding your media legacy from the irreversible effects of time and technological obsolescence.
Key SAMMA Features
•Extensive Format Support:
3/4”, DVCPro, D2, Beta -SP, SX, IMX, Digi,
HDCAM, SR, plus open reel 1” and 2” Quad.
•Flexible Metadata Options:
Import from external MAM or inventory databases,
or use manual entry via SAMMA Prep.
•High-Quality Output:
InSync AE2020 Analysis Engine and TeleStream encoders ensure top-tier digital files—native or upconverted.
•Frame-by-Frame Quality Analysis:
SAMMA Eye delivers detailed defect reports for every frame.
•Custom Ingest Templates:
Define black frames, start/stop points, and more to suit your workflow.
•Adaptable Workflows:
Easily train available operators or implement automated processes.
•Real-Time Progress Tracking:
Monitor hours completed, formats processed, and more with the SAMMA Stats dashboard.
•Cost Efficiency:
Reduce expenses tied to storage, real estate,
climate control, and media reacquisitions.
•Prevent Irreplaceable Loss:
Protect the cultural and historical value stored
on aging tapes.
•Unlock New Value:
Digitized assets can be reused, repurposed, or monetized for new content creation.
don’t lose out on your investment
SAMMA is a highly efficient, configurable and cost-effective means for digitizing your tape and disc media.
the clock is ticking
A significant portion of your tape archive could be lost as early as 2025-26 due to decay, deterioration, and a lack of functioning tape machines and a scarcity of parts.
beat the clock
Your content needs to be accessible & searchable so get it digitized NOW. Create a chance for re-use, monetization and preservation of your content.
