Alpha Video

Background

Alpha Video was a VHS company founded by Stanley Long. The company formed a partnership with Intervision, who co-distributed Alpha's output until 1985, following Intervision's closure in the mid-80s.

Logo (July 1981-April 1985)

Visuals: On a dark blue background, a stylized Greek letter "alpha" draws by itself. When it is finished, the white word "alpha" wipes in.

Variant: After the normal logo, in the same blue background, the phrase "FOR YOUR FURTHER ENJOYMENT" and the word "alpha", stylised in a blocky font can be seen with the small Alpha symbol boxed on top of the p. The text "Video" in a yellow outline can also be seen next to the word "alpha", as well as the text "PRESENTS" below the two words.

Technique: Traditional animation. None for the variant.

Audio: Telex by Derek Scott, a harsh, droning synth tune with synthetic clunks and beeps.

Audio Variants:

For the variant, the logo is silent.
There also exists a silent version of the standard logo. without the "Further Enjoyment" screen.

Availability:

The logos can be seen in UK pre-cert tapes (mainly horror movies) from Alpha released through Intervision and CBS/FOX, particularly Dawn of the Dead.
The silent standard logo can be seen in the first release of Kentucky Fried Movie.
The variant can also be seen for the box art for Intervison/Alpha releases.