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I've owned and used Lectrosonics R1a receivers in years past and currently own and use Comtek PR-216 receivers, but its time for a change in that the Comteks just aren't performing as reliably as needed. The signal needs to be consistently clean and clear as the client's opinion of my work is influenced by what they hear over IFB. R1a receivers are rock solid and sound fine, but I want to get away from using 9v with a battery life of 8 hours per alkaline. The several days a Comtek will go between battery changes is exceptional, but the 10mw M-216 Option P7 transmitter and plastic case on the receivers have been weak points. So I'm considering Zaxco…
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I am primarily a camera man but my company is looking to purchase a smart slate in a few weeks for an upcoming series of projects. I plan on jam syncing the cameras. Would I be able to use the slate as a master clock provided that I re-jam when the slate’s batteries are changed? I was hoping that I could get some suggestions on the pros and cons of the different models available. From my research I think the Denecke TS-TCB and the Ambient Lockit Slate May be good options for me. The Denecke slate looks nice due to the ability to input text on the second row of the LEDs but I wonder if it’s one of those features that in practice hardly ever gets use…
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I was looking into creating a company logo for my upcoming website but can't seem to find the right tools. As my logo I plan to use an image of a random nagra audio recorder spelling out the initials of my name and the service I provide. I've looked into several google searches and all I found things pertaining to photography and video but nothing having to do with our profession. Any information you can provide me with will be very helpful, thanks in advance!
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So usually the info is on the sliding door which covers up the hexadecimal rotary dials, but that door is gone. is there any other way to easily figure out what frequency block the receiver is?
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I was looking at a used DEVA V. I was reading posts on this forum from 2015 that the DEVA is still a more than capable machine, but I was wondering if Zaxcom still provides servicing for it if something should go wrong? And second, this particular unit appears to be in good working and has 1,500 hours on it. Will these units essentially last forever if not abused? Any thoughts appreciated.
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Does anyone have any information on the upcoming Marantz PMD-706 six channel recorder? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNXvJd9p3Xc https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1340332-REG/marantz_professional_pmd_706_6_channel_dslr_recorder_recording.html
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Jacques of Aaton Digital gives us a rundown of the features on the Cantar Mini. I think he said he had 60 ready to ship to start satisfying backorders next week.
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Is the 175mm windjammer. Work for a WS4?
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I'm currently using a Remote Audio BDS which has been working great, but I'm curious if anyone has any ideas as how to maybe power the BDS off an AC adapter and then if power fails, have a battery input kick in? It would be great to do this for sit down shoots / bag cart stuff. It seems like buying a PSC Triple Play might be the only way to do such a thing but I thought it would be worth asking if anyone has any novel ways to do it!
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Asking the collective... I have 2 Venues over blocks from 21 to 25, powered independently. I am getting occasional bursts on my wireless, that are happening too often not to be worried about it. It's happened on SM (both on actors and wireless boom), HMs, UM400a, so not P48 issue. Happened with various boom ops with different poles. Sounds like someone cueing a walkie next to a transmitter. Not a "hit", but a burst of increased volume. Spoke to Ron at PSC, as my cart is powered exclusively through PowermaxUltra, and he can't think of any possible scenario for this. The board is also PSC. A Solice. Not consistently on one input channel. Anyone else experience such a thing?…
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Good morning everyone. I am missing a single foam windscreen for one our ECM-77B lav mics. I've just learned that the only official way to replace it is by buying a pack of 12. I would like to see if others are interested in splitting the purchase. Ideally you'd be in the DC area, but it's not essential - the postage on a few of these to you in regular mail is going to be minimal. Let me know if you are interested (grant@gpi.tv) and how many you'd like - we can work out arrangements. With 2 of these mics in house, I can see no point buying in more than one as needed and 2 spares. Sony has forced me to form a buying cartel. …
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Tucking my gear away this morning, and thought I'd relay my experiences thus far with the boombox. I don't get as much soundstage work as I do EXT, on-location. When I saw it in the showroom I was a bit on the fence. It's a sturdier piece of wood than something you'd tuck under one arm and yell "wait up guys!" But I came around to it. And the price might throw people off, compared to just buying an apple box. Not to mention, a nesting storage box or something of that nature might be more in the spirit of what you need. All those reservations aside, I picked one up in the spirit of Treat Yo'Self day (Parks and Recreation reference). My justification primarily h…
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Hello, Does anyone have any experience with Lectrosonics VHF IFB gear? If so, do you have any thoughts about how the use of the 174.100MHz to 215.750 MHz ( band III ) has been working out? Setting all the price differences aside, do you have any thoughts about how this gear compares to other VHF choices in terms of performance? I have been looking for a rental house that lists the Lectro VHF gear. I see the UHF at most rental houses but haven't found a VHF listing. Thank you.
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Hi all Just struggling on trying to update SQN 5S bag (currently old tatty porta brace soft shell). Was looking at getting a bag with a solid frame to also hold 2-4 wireless. Any SQN users out there using one that works well for them?
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Here's my final report. Some neat stuff. https://tyfordaudiovideo.blogspot.com/2017/11/aes-nyc-2017-part-2.html Regards, Ty Ford
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Hi, I've just published my latest review. The Aston Origin Cardioid Condenser mic. At $299....I'd say it's underpriced. http://tinyurl.com/ydy9rzlm Regards, Ty
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Hi everyone, Nice to meet you all. As I’m an all-purpose production guy and am admittedly not a dedicated sound recordist, I’ve lurked on this group for a bit and I’m amazed by the wealth of knowledge there is here. I finally do have a question (which I’ve cross-posted to some other industry forums); maybe someone might be able to help? Here's the scoop. I'm having a terrible time trying eliminate really bad hiss (I mean noise, not just background hiss per a noise floor from poor quality preamps) per a wireless boom setup that I’m assembling. What I have right now theoretically should work, but there's a hiss that renders the sound capture totally …
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Hey! I have a mic (DPA 4060) with a torn outer jacket, halfway up the cable. Microphone seems fine, no damage to the shield or cabling itself. Anyone have repair methods to share? A particular gauge of heat-shrink, type of tape, or liquid repair? cheers Adam
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New DPA lavs? 1 2 3
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http://www.dpamicrophones.com/en/products.aspx?c=Item&category=128&item=24741 http://www.dpamicrophones.com/en/products.aspx?c=Item&category=128&item=24743 http://www.dpamicrophones.com/en/products.aspx?c=Item&category=128&item=24744 -vin
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AudioRoot eSMART K-ART The AUDIOROOT eSMART K-ART is a low footprint power distribution box with a total of 16 direct DC power outputs and 4 x USB 5V ground isolated outputs. The K-ART includes 10 led illuminated power switches, a main power switch and 2 battery fuel gauges. Like it’s little brother eSMART BG-DU the K-ART is fully compatible with any type of battery ranging from 9 to 18V. When used with our eSMART Li-xxWh batteries the K-ART provides full battery informations without any calibration routine. This product was designed for use on small to medium size location sound carts. The power distributor can be connected to 2 batteries at once. The 2…
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Ursa Strap 1 2
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Anyone tried the new Ursa straps? I got the thigh strap from trew and have reserved thoughts on them but I'd like to hear other people's experiences with it so far. Thoughts?
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Hello, i just found out that there will be a new camerasystem from Sharp: http://www.sharp-world.com/corporate/news/171107_2.html The interesting thing to me is, that the camcorder will have a MADI audio input? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MADI So I really wonder why a camera should have an input like this? Who records more than 50 channels in one camera? Anybody knows why to use this input? What are use cases? Perhaps it is for big sport events? Thanks for your answers and greetings from germany.
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Hi All, I love the detailed clarity and incredibly low noise floor of a pair of Sennheisers feeding a 744t, especially for quiet nature ambiences and ocean sounds. Sometimes the rig can be a little bulky though. I've looked over a bunch of older threads on small, 2 channel, all in one recorders and most of them dated to when the PCM D100 was still very new, so it would be nice to get some updated opinions. How does the Sony PCM D100 hold up to the level of sonic quality of a Schoeps or Sennheiser stereo rig going into a nice recorder like a SD 744t? 90%? 80%? And where does the Sony break down? Noise floor, mic quality? …
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Is there a market somewhere in the world where the 600MHz band will still be open for wireless mics? I have several MM400a and B transmitters in that range which can not be re blocked, as well as one UCR411. Best Jim Rillie
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The recent "Who Brings the Slate?" thread got me thinking about what kind/amounts of gear are expected on what kinds of jobs in what regions and for what rates. We always talk about a "standard" package but I'm of the mindset that the factors above really affect exactly what gear the mixer brings to the job. For example, I've heard for ENG type gigs, a mixer, boom and 2 wires is standard. Any additional gear (timecode, additional wires, comteks) incurs additional charges. On larger narrative cart-based projects, I've heard from quite a few people that they negotiate a daily kit fee with the producer, and from there on out, they provide whatever gear is needed on a…
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