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DVD Recorder

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What we use

DVD Recorders are, in our opinion, the best way to record any game for speed running. SDA has decided to no longer (directly) accept VHS tapes - only DVDs or VOBs sent via BitTorrent. Though just getting a DVD recorder won't do - you need one with a built in hard drive. Why?

• DVDs fail.
• Your run goes over 1hr/2hrs (depending on quality you're using).
• Stopping between segments (or after a failed run) takes a while.
• You're not limited by how many DVDR(W)s you have. You can burn at your own pace.

One thing to note is that DVD recorders do have lag, so it's HIGHLY recommended when recording to split the video so that one connection goes straight to your TV, and another goes to your DVD recorder. It may only be a fraction of a second, but it makes a huge difference.