Blank DVDs

Blank DVD Formats

DVD+R

DVD + R is one type of blank DVD found here at DVDs.com. The term DVD+R is used to define the type of disc it is. This refers to a once-writable blank DVD. This is an optical disc with 4.7GB of storage capacity (slightly more than the DVD-R formatted disc). Double layer technology can also be used with the DVD+R format which doubles the storage capacity but these DVDs are referred to as DVD+R DL.

With DVD+R discs you can only write to them once. However this makes them a great choice for data storage, video or audio storage and files. The DVD+R is a spin-off of the DVD-R. It is meant to be better and improved. Many older DVD players could have a hard time playing DVD+R discs, however as they were made to prefer the minus type.

If you have a newer DVD player and you want to get the most quality from your DVDs, you should consider DVD+R when considering a blank DVD format. We try to offer the best selection of blank DVDs, including DVD+R here at DVDs.com. Check out our collection and stock up on your blank DVD needs today.

DVD+R DL

You can find many types of blank DVDs here such as DVD + R DL. DVD+R DL is a type of DVD+R once-writable disc that is commonly used today. These DVDs cannot be rewritten although they sometimes come with the letters "RW" added to them which confuses people. Because they cannot be rewritten, they make good discs for data storage or video and audio files.

DVD+R DL is a double layered disc. This technology was not used on DVD+R formatted discs until around October 2003. Double layering the disc allows double the storage capacity, taking it from 4.7GB of storage to a capacity of 8.5GB per disc. You may have also seen this type of blank DVD called the DVD+R9.

DVD+R DL gives you more storage in the same disc so you can add more of your favorite music, home videos and more. They are also great for data storage. Blank DVDs such as these allow you the opportunity to create and save your own DVDs to watch later or share with friends and family. They can also be used for created discs that you are going to sell or give away.

DVD+RW

DVD + RW is one type of blank DVD that is available for your personal home use. This is the name that is used to refer to the standard of optical discs. It is one of several different types of DVD, most of which we carry here on our site. It can hold up to 4.7GM in one disc and is best used for storing music, video or other data.

DVD+RW is a favorite type because it supports random write access. This means that you can add to or remove certain parts of data on the disc without erasing the whole disc and starting over. The disc is designed to allow you to do this up to about 1000 times. You can use the DVD+RW very similar to how you could use a floppy disc. This is different than the DVD-RW which has to be completely erased before it can be rewritten.

There are various ways in which you can make use of the DVD+RW discs found on our site. They are inexpensive platforms for daily disc backups, storing and changing multiple recordings, etc. They are not as commonly used for videos and other things that you will want to keep permanently or as commonly used in computer use as the other DVD types.

DVD-R

DVD-R is a blank DVD type that we carry here at DVDs.com. This is also a recordable format. If you're looking for a blank DVD to record, you need to know which type will suit your needs. This will vary according to what you are using the DVD disc for. A DVD-R usually has a disc capacity of 4.71GB. This was created to replace and improve upon the optical 700 MB CD-R.

The DVD-R format was created by Pioneer in fall of 1997 and it is still supported today by most DVD players and is approved by the DVD forum making it a great choice for DVD format of movies and other data. In addition, Pioneer has created an 8.54 GB dual layer version called the DVD-R DL which came out in 2005.

The dual layer DVD has more storage space on the same disc, 8.54 GM. There is also a rewritable version, the DVD-R RW. This new version allows the data on the DVD to be changed. In fact, the DVD-R RW can be rewritten 1,000+ times. If you do not plan to rewrite the data on your disc, then the DVD-R is your best choice. It is also a great choice if you are not certain what type of platform or DVD player will be used to view the disc.

DVD-RAM

DVD-RAM is another blank DVD option available here at DVDs.com. The RAM refers to Random Access Memory and this disc specification was created in 1996 by the DVD Forum. DVD-RAM is considered by the DVD Forum to be used in computers as well as camcorders and personal video recorders. It has been a choice favorite for many people who need rewritable media since 1998.

DVD RAM is considered to be the superior of the three DVD rewritable technologies (DVD-RW, DVD+RW being the other two.) These discs have a built-in error control and a defect management system to ensure your disc works properly for you. The DVD-RAM is considered to be best for traditional computer tasks and use such as data backup and storage, data archives, etc.

DVD-RAM is also used in camcorders and television use. This is largely due to the fact that they are easy to write and erase and can allow for in-camera editing as well.

DVD RAM also tends to be the more expensive format of blank DVD but when the quality and security of your disc is important to you, it is well worth the costs. We have a variety of options here on DVDs.com and strive to always offer you the best pricing possible.

DVD-RW

A DVD-RW is one type of blank DVD that you might consider when looking for blank DVDs. This is also a rewritable optical disc and it has the same storage capacity as the DVD-R, which is 4.7GB. Pioneer created this format back in 1999. It has grown in popularity because it is playable on 75% of conventional DVD players. Some formats do not work with older DVD players and this can be a problem.

With more and more types of DVD formats coming out, it can seem difficult to choose the right one for your needs. For example, there are also smaller Mini DVD-RW discs which hold about 1.46GB and they are smaller in physical size as well. These are sometimes used in camcorders or for other data storage needs.

You can use DVD-RW formats in your camcorder because they are easy to fix writing errors without having to erase the entire disc. They are easy to use and do not require a lot of extensive knowledge. W have a large selection of blank DVDs and DVD-RW for you to choose from here at DVDs.com.