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 "sans serif" 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.