Film resource library including books from Jurgen
Lossau - Atoll Medien and Chris Cottrill - Omni Prints
Publishing, Super 8 Today.  Also DVD sampler from
Rick Charnoshi and Buddy Nichols Productions
(NCP).  All available at Spectra Film and Video!
For additional items, please inquire. You ask for it and we'll get it!
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Products
We all know the
numerous offerings
for super 8: Pro8mm,
super8 sound, yale,
Pac lab,
chambless... Now
Spectra Film and
Video is here with
better pricing and
service!
Editing Supplies

Used Wurker Film Splicer - Super 8  
The best tape splicer ever built for the super 8
user.  Very durable and easy to use. Splices are
super strong and long lasting for archival and
telecine purposes.  For use with Wurker tapes listed
to the right. Spectra uses Wurker exclusively for all
lab work!
                    $95.00

Wurker Super 8 Splice Tape (50 Tabs)
Available as 2 frame or 4 frame tabs
1 Pack = $10.95         10 Packs = $98.00

Wurker
Regular 8 Splice Tape (50 Tabs)
Available as 4 frame tabs only
1 Pack = 11.95           10 Packs = 108.00


16mm 100' Daylight Spool (used)      3.00
Also suitable for 100' double 8 and reg 8 film loads.

16mm 400' Can w/ Dark-bag (used)   3.95


White Cotton Editing Gloves
To keep film clean and free of oily dirt produced by
bare hands.  Allows skin to breathe and remain
comfortable for extended periods.

1 Pair = $3.00       12 Pairs = 19.95


Hama Cinepress Super 8 Film Splicer
A good tape splicer for the budget minded.  No frills
light weight design.  This splicer is sold as
new and includes a set of instructions for use.  For
use with Hama Cinepress tapes listed to the right.

                   $29.95



Hama Cinepress Super 8 Splice Tabs
50 splice tapes in each pack .  For use with Hama
Cinepress Splicer.
                               

1 Pack = 12.95          10 Packs = 119.50



Kodak Splicing Cement
1/2 fluid oz bottle with application brush.  Use it with
any 8, 16 or 35mm splicer that works with cement.

                                
 $10.95

Kodak Super 8 Presstape (20 tabs)     5.95

Kodak
Regular 8 Presstape (20 tabs)  5.95

Kodak
16mm Presstape (20 tabs)         5.95

10 Packs any Kodak Presstape = 55.00



Ciro - Guillotine 8mm Editing Tape
2 roll pack.  For use with Ciro - Guillotine splicers.

       New Low Price!  $8.95


Regular 8mm 25' Daylight Spool  2.95

Regular 8mm 25' Film Can             2.95

Reg 8mm Daylight Spool w/ Can 5.00
Camera Supplies
Hama 30' Electronic Camera Remote
Powers a camera on/off for animation, telephoto
tripod shots or special camera housings.  Fits any
camera with a standard mini remote phone plug.
Item discontinued - Get one while
supplies last!

$29.95



18% Gray Card Set (2  8X10 Cards)
Based on the 18% standard reflectance on which all
external and internal light meters are calibrated

$15.95

1.35 Volt Zinc Air Photo Battery
An exact replacement for older mercury PX625 and
PX13 exposure batteries.  Unlike common alkaline
batteries you may find elsewhere, these are the only
batteries to have an accurate 1.35 volt rating  to allow
camera meters to expose film correctly.

$7.00


Camera Maintenance Kit
Keep your camera gate and lens clean and clear of
obstructions.  Includes lint-free lens tissue pack,
lens cleaning fluid, soft brush with blower, cotton
swabs and microfiber cleaning cloth.
$14.95

The Filmmaking Catalog
A full color, paperback camera book detailing the
history of 8mm and 16mm cameras made by
Canon, Beaulieu, Aaton, Eumig, Zeiss, Bolex,
Arriflex and numerous others. Both English and
German descriptions.  Great gift!  

               $59.00
Film Resources

Movie Cameras Book
An exceptional quality hardcover English/German
book detailing the history of 8mm and 16mm
cameras made by Canon, Nikon, Nizo, Zeiss,
Bolex, Arriflex and numerous others.  Beautiful
color pictures on quality paper.  Great gift for film
buffs!  Perfect centerpiece for any livingroom!
                 $129.00

Movie Projectors Book
An exceptional quality hardcover English/German
book detailing the history of 8mm and 16mm
projectors made by Elmo, Canon, Eumig, Bolex
and numerous others. The perfect companion to
go with "Movie Cameras Book".  Great gift for film
buffs!  Perfect centerpiece for any livingroom!
                 $129.00

Cut
A full color, hardcover English/German book
detailing the history of 8mm and 16mm
splicers made by Wurker, Zeiss, Hervic, Agfa,
Goko and numerous others. This book is
historical and not instructional.  Great gift for
film buffs!  
           $39.00

American Cinematographer
Magazine
(latest issue available)

A long time resource for learning how the pro's do
it in film.  Includes the latest in film technology for
all professional applications.  
                $6.95

Small Format Magazine (latest issue
available)
Discontinued!

An all English version of a European magazine
specializing in super 8, regular 8 and 16mm film
and the shooters.  Plus, lots of information on  
products/services only available in Europe.
    No Longer Available!

Lens Cleaning Tissue
Essential for keeping filmed images crisp.  A soft, lint
free lens paper specially prepared for cleaning
multi-coated lenses, filters and highly polished glass
surfaces. Approximately 30 - 4 X 5 sheets per pack.

$4.95 per pack


Super 8 Reel Adapter
Permits newer super 8 reels to be used on older
regular 8 projectors, editors, etc.

2.00ea

Sharpie Fine Point Permanent Marker
For writing on anything from leader to gaffers tape.
1  = $2.00                Box 1 Doz = $16.00

Editor's Grease Pencil (white)
For marking directly on film to indicate edit points
1  = $3.00                Box 1 Doz = $19.00

6 Pack Duracell AA Alkaline Batteries
Six (6) standard 1.5 volt AA alkaline batteries that will
work in nearly all super 8 cameras (except Beaulieu).
Super 8 cameras typically accept from 2 to 6 of these
batteries to function.

$9.95

20" Cable Release Camera Remote
Super durable, vinyl coated steel cable.  Includes
wing grip with metal center lock.  Powers a
camera on/off for animation, telephoto tripod
shots or special camera housings.  Fits any
camera with a standard cable release socket.

$19.95

Used Kodak Universal Film Splicer
This basic tape splicer is capable of splicing super 8,
regular 8 and 16mm formats.  Excellent for splicing
multiple format personal projects and home movies.  
For use with Kodak Presstapes listed to the right.

                $59.00

SMPTE RP-32 Super 8 Test Film
Intended to calibrate, align and focus super 8
projectors, printers, and telecine systems of all
types.  Printed on durable, high resolution polyester
film.  Used by Spectra for all S8 telecine calibration.

Super 8 Test Film (16') = $50.00
6 V 10W Halogen Super 8 Viewer Bulb
20 - 30% Brighter!  Upgrade Today!      
Custom manufactured halogen bulb for the brightest
image possible on a super 8 viewer.  Long lasting
and will not produce more heat than incandescent
bulbs. A must for a picture that is easy on the eyes
during long hours of editing.  Fits 8mm viewers
(Elmo, Goko, etc.) with BA15S bayonet socket.
29.95
6V 10W Hama Incandescent
Super 8 Viewer Bulb  
Simply the brightest incandescent viewer bulb we
have found.  Specially produced by Hama for use
with 8mm editors.  Similar filament to bulbs used in
medical optical equipment. Fits all 8mm viewers
(Elmo, Goko, Vernon, Argus and many more) with
standard BA15S bayonet socket.
                                     
          10.95
8mm Film Boxes
Quality gloss white paperboard lab boxes suitable
for storing film.  Identification labels easily applied.

200' 8mm Reel 5"X 5" Hinged Box
1 box = 2.25             20 boxes = 37.00

400' 8mm Reel 7"X 7" Hinged Box
1 box = 2.75             20 boxes = 45.00
16mm Plastic Camera Core (2")     
1 core = 2.50           20 cores =  40.00

16mm Plastic Lab Core (3")  
1 core = 2.50           20 cores =  40.00

16mm 400' Plastic Reel   
1 reel = 5.95             20 reels =  100.00
16mm/35mm Film Boxes
Quality gloss white paperboard lab boxes suitable for
storing film.  Will hold 2 16mm spools or 1 35mm
spool (1200' ea). Identification labels easily applied.

1200' 35/16mm 11"X 11" Box
1 box = 2.50             20 boxes = 40.00
Super 8 50' Plastic Reel       
1 reel = .95             20 reels = 17.00

Super 8 200' Plastic Reel   
1 reel = 1.49             20 reels =  24.00

Super 8 400' Plastic Reel   
1 reel = 2.95              20 reels = 48.00
Plastic Film Leader - 16mm, Super 8, Reg 8
Stronger than acetate.  Suitable for tape splices only.
Kodak Acetate Leader  
Suitable for cement and tape splices.
White Paper Tape
Used in labs and editing rooms to tack up spools of
film.   Easy to write on and will not leave residue.
1/4" Roll White Paper Tape
1 roll = 5.00                10 rolls = 40.00

1/2" Roll White Paper Tape
1 roll = 7.00                10 rolls = 55.00
16mm White Plastic Leader (Double or single perf)
100' on core = 12.00       1000' bulk  on core = 60.00
Super 8 White Plastic Leader     
50' on reel = 5.50              1000' bulk on core = 40.00
Regular 8 White Plastic Leader
50' on reel = 8.95              1000' bulk on core = 50.00
16mm White Acetate Leader (Double or single perf)
100' on core = 15.00       1000' bulk  on core = 80.00
Super 8 White Acetate Leader     
50' on reel = 8.00              1000' bulk on core = 85.00
Regular 8 White Acetate Leader
50' on reel = 11.00   
Book of Movie Photography (Used)

The best educational book for beginning
filmmakers bar-none!  This hardcover book  offers
detailed descriptions on camera equipment, how
to shoot, edit (the old school way) and compose a
proper film.  Lots of beautiful color illustrations
and
very easy to understand.  Once the book  of
choice for the USC film program!                                
                                               
$45.00

SMPTE 16mm Count Down Leader Print
Old school protective countdown film we all
remember for audio sync and picture start points.  
But why stop there?  Use it to create cool retro
effects for your next creative film project. One
countdown per film ordered.
16mm Countdown Film = $20.00

Official Do Not X-ray Stickers
Critical when shipping or flying with film to and from
locations.  Instructions on the sticker tell the
handler to return the package if opening the film
container or an x-ray is mandatory.  These simple
stickers can save a production from disaster! 12
stickers per 8.5 X 11 page.
$4.95 per page

Used Ciro - Guillotine Film Splicer
Quick and easy splices for super 8. This splicer
uses less expensive roll tape that folds around
the film in one easy step. The splicer punches the
perforation holes in the tape to assure secure
coverage over the entire film surface.  Roll tape
sold for this splicer is listed directly to the right.
               $75.00
New! Empty Kodak Cartridges
These are bought in bulk from Kodak for loading
custom films.  Now Spectra makes them available
to everyone who wants to experiment!  Double or
even triple expose film!  These cartridges can be
loaded (taped shut) and re-used again and again.

Empty Super 8 Cartridge
1 cartridge = $8.00    20 cartridges =  $140.00
Willard's Trichloroethane (Trike) Film Cleaner - The Real Deal!
Willard’s Film & Tape cleaner contains 100% 1,1,1-trichloroethane (trike), touted by Kodak as the
most effective film cleaning solvent ever produced since manufacturing was banned in the US.  Also
originally used in all ultrasonic cleaning machines.  Take it from us, trike is the best film cleaner ever!

Now, old Mr. Willard has bottled some up for sale from his dwindling stash (he's not happy about it
either)!    Safe for mag stripe film, audio tape, old prints, slides, nitrate, acetate, polyester and more!

Willard's Film Cleaner:     8oz bottle $59.00    16oz bottle $105.00
Willard's Double Layer Flannel Cleaning Roll (11'):    $6.50
Super 8 Today Magazine - This great
magazine is due to cease publishing soon! Get
yours before they are gone foever!
 Issues 14
and 15 - In Stock Now!
A great  place to find information on the latest
guerrilla film makers and their projects.  In
depth tours of telecine and lab facilities.  Lots of
useful information for filmmakers of all levels.
                 $7.95  
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