Blas Kisic

On 8/22/2020 at 6:18 AM, BAB414 said:

New question I haven't seen posted here.

 

If you're going off-speed, say 60fps, and they want to watch playback after a take, can most of the big-boy cameras record audio while off-speed? I don't believe they do...

 

So if there is Video Assist on set, if you send them the sped up music, can they slow it down for playback and if so, should you send it to them pitch corrected or pitch preserved?

To my knowledge, cameras do not record audio when rolling off-speed.

As far as asking Video Assist to slow down the audio track, it's possible, but synching it properly on set, quickly enough to be able to show selected takes for the client would be a challenge.

BK

Sorry, Jon. I just saw this.

I haven't tried to register freqs in a long time. Seems like a fool's errand.

I'm mostly a day player, so I often don't find out where I'm going to be (and, just as often, how many freqs I'll need) one or two days before the job - so trying to register anything would be virtually impossible.

HTH,

BK

On 3/5/2020 at 8:35 PM, PhilDent said:

I use Sanken cos-11 mics. As for the rubber mount, I forget the name of the manufacturer, but it looks like a miniature rm-11. See below.

I believe that's from LMC

BK

On 2/18/2018 at 7:14 PM, Philip Perkins said:

Since you are shooting and I assume editing in USA I'd go for 23.98 all around, not 24.

That may be the case, Philip. However, I'm reminded of a documentary I worked on a few years ago, in which the (American) DP, who works in France, insisted we shoot in 24fps. After much discussion, I agreed. Unfortunately, I wasn't aware that the telecine would simply transfer the video at 23.97. Sooo… I learned the hard way (after syncing the files!!) that I should have simply recorded at 23.97 and call it a day.

Live and learn…

BK

On 7/10/2018 at 3:21 PM, Jay Rose said:

I suppose it's time to throw in this broadcast equipment manual, which I wrote for one of my client's April Fools a few years ago.

 

Here's the cover.

The rest follows the strict format of other 25-Seven manuals of the time... except the functions are somewhat impossible in this universe.

Jay, I just saw this gem. Would you allow me to post the link to one of the soud groups I belong to on Facebook (Freelance Sound Mixers & Recordists for TV/Film)?

Cheers,

BK

I've been looking for the same thing, and just came across this:

https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/MS8000--behringer-ultralink-ms8000-microphone-splitter

Still haven't decided how I'm going to handle my backup situation, but I agree that, at least for my cart, I want to have a true backup independent from the recorder - belt and suspenders, as it were.

FWIW, in my application, the main recorder is a 688, and I intend to send the mix, plus the first six ISO channels, to Boom Recorder.

HTH,

BK

I would try Lorenzo Millan and Brian Garfield. Both very experienced mixers. 

Good luck,

BK

On 4/1/2018 at 1:26 PM, newzhack said:

Isn’t the Alexa expecting line level?

 

Yes, it does. I think I cranked it up all the way, as well as the gain in the camera. This was years ago, I don't remember exactly - but I'm sure it wasn't elegant, seeing as I only used it as scratch track.
 

On 9/19/2017 at 11:51 PM, fieldmixer said:

You are just regurgitating the typical non sense that anyone who comes forward with information regarding extra terrestrials is a backwoods ignorant hick who says they saw something late at night while making moonshine.

Indeed I am.

Look , I realized a while ago I won't change your mind. I just hoped you would crack it open, at least a bit… No such luck.

When I was a teenager I read von Danicken's books and was all over the Bermuda Triangle, etc. It's all fascinating stuff, but, ultimately… it's all bullshit. I'm sorry you can't see it.

I'll just say this (and, please, don't bother replying. I won't visit this thread again): if aliens visited the Earth, I can GUARANTEE we would all find out RIGHT QUICK. Just give it the common sense test.

Peace,

BK

Hi there. 

I'm currently using Wireless Designer on my MacBook Pro, and am interested in this iOS app. Please contact me at your convenience, as I would be willing to be a beta tester, if you still need one.

Regards,

BK

fieldmixer, you're giving the US government too much credit with secrecy and other aspects.

I know it's kinda comforting to think you're above us all and are aware of these momentous revelations, but there are quite a few people who are far smarter than you and me, who understand that the Rosswell incident is much ado about nothing.

Yes, I've read a lot about this and other incidents, and found that the common sense explanation that makes sense is simply that there are many ingorant people out there who came up with outlandish stories.

Do you also think that 9/11 was an inside job? That no planes crashed into the buildings? Point me to any historical event (JFK's assasination comes to mind) and I'm sure we'll find a bunch of inconsistencies and unexplained tidbits.

People are horrible witnesses. I've seen it in court and I've seen it in my own life. We misremember (sometimes inexplicably badly,) our prejudices color our recollection, we change our story, etc. These are the facts. Before becoming a mixer I worked as a court interpreter, and I can tell you - it's shocking. Now we're talking about events that happened decades ago. You expect witnesses to keep their stories straight, especially if they're bullshit? Good luck.

Please accept the fact that there's been no UFOs in NM, or alien abductions, and move on with your life.

Thanks,

BK

PM'd you yesterday


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Against my better judgement, I will pipe in briefly to add a tiny dose of reason and common sense:

Dear fieldmixer: have you ever tried to make a group of, say, a dozen people keep a secret? Now, imagine if the secret was momentous - like, I don't know, something that would change the way we see our world. Now, imagine we're not talking about a dozen people, but a couple hundred. Do this excercise, but without thinking about UFOs or Greer or any of us. Do the excercise as a logical experiment. You know, like a scientist.

I am fairly certain there are other cultures out in the universe, but I am also fairly certain that, if they find the way to the Earth, we would all find out PRETTY QUICKLY.

And, by the way, the fact that flat earthers were mentioned on this thread, hence comparing them with Greer and UFO abduction conspiracy "whistleblowers" should tell you something…

Cheers,

BK

On 3/8/2017 at 6:18 PM, Derek H said:

Is it possible to complete the application on a mac?

I filled it out on a Mac, some three years ago, and it was very arcane and cumbersome, but I was able to do it. IIRC, I ended using Firefox, which isn't the browser I normally use.

Cheers,

BK

If you're in Pro Tools, there's a way to use, yes, math - let's say regular speed is 24fps and they want 35 fps. All you had to do is figure out by what percentage 35 is higher than 24, then apply that percentage to stretch the track.

HTH,

BK

Just two observations:

-The music tracks should be summed to either left or right, and the other channel should contain the timecode signal

-Do not pitch-correct the timecode signal in the short track

Good luck,

BK

The mixer itself is great. I am only using it for the Boom Recorder application, so it's purpose is more than sufficient. However I would have liked the mixer to have at least 8 direct outputs so that I can run a parallel recording deck as well. I am able to send channels out through the sends, a total of 4 sends. Also the lack of having the ability to mix via the faders is a little bit of a let down, (i may be doing something wrong, but it is pretty straight forward). When mixing and recording to BR I have to adjust the volume through the gain pots instead of the track faders. The mixer is more designed for studio DAWs and live sound mixing for small venues. It really isn't designed for production sound for film and video.
I can figure out ways around the setup for the parallel mix via patchbay and y-splitters. I would have to mix through the Mackie for BR and via my iPad for the zoom F8. But I want to keep it as simple as possible and mix through 1 unit. 
With that being said, the trade offs the good out ways the bad as far as I am concerned I have 16 channels I can record as opposed to having 8 that I previously had. I have extremely quiet preamps than the preamps on the alesis multimix firewire 8. It was an okay mixer and it had limitations that were obvious in channels, xlr inputs, preamps, and a few other issues. Overall the money I spent of the Mackie wasn't wasted. It will serve me well enough until I am able to step up to something more suited for film and video production.

Thanks, Tom.

I was all set to go, but I messed up my knee real bad the weekend before, and couldn't leave the house… Pretty bummed I couldn't make it.

I know it's early days, but I'm curious whether it'd be possible to update current recorders and syncboxes to the new standard with a firmware update. Were there any manufacturers present?

Cheers,

BK

13 hours ago, mark kirchner said:

Hey Glen, Blas and Mike,

We are a few years late for the 2013, 15th Anniversary Oldest Sound Device product contest, but we will be ready for the 20th anniversary!

Oh, boy… Thanks for point it out!

BK <feeling sheepish…>

Not sexual harassment, but possibly relevant:

I was in the middle of what started as an OTF interview with an NBA celebrity at a signing table but became a walk'n'talk, and ended up in a tight room while outside were more fans waiting to get autographs. So this late 50s guy starts to butt in behind me and pushing my arm, messing up my boom. I tried to softly swat him away, but he kept going. I turned and whispered to him to please wait outside. It became a bit of a scuffle because he thought he'd miss the change to get his shit signed, though I explained that the player would come back out again.

Anyway, it turns out that he was a bit "lit" (I could smell it on him) and wanted to make sure his family didn't miss on the signed posters.

The DP told me later that at some point he actually heard me say "don't touch me!" because the guy kept pushing my arm…

It seems that the location person saw everything from behind and, though he complained to her, she waved it off and told me I'm cool. Needless to say, I was quite upset, not only because he didn't let me do my job, but I spoke during the take.

BK

Congrats, Jon, and the rest of the company! I'm a big fan, and have owned most of your products at one point or another.

All the best,

BK

Very interested in attending the Hollywood meeting. 

I just learned something new: Macassar ebony is a kind of wood from Indonesia (Diospyros celebica,) and its name comes from the main port on Sulawesi island.

From what I can gather, Macassar _Oil_ is the product Jan is probably talking about. Now, whether it is actually the oil from the wood, or just borrowed the funky name, I guess Jan will have to confirm…

Thanks, Jan!

On August 30, 2016 at 7:01 PM, Jose Frias said:

I just did a 2-day commercial job with RAM and their new ProMaster and ProMaster City vans. I was VERY impressed with them, and think they are worth a look. The ProMaster City was particularly great for NYC dwellers like myself, because it is no bigger than an SUV in terms of footprint (easy parking, maneuvering, etc), but as a cargo van, it has enough space to put in a cart and follow cart without having to break them down, pelican cases, etc.

The regular ProMaster was very cool because it had a indoor standing height of about 6 and a half feet (I'm 6'4" and stood in there comfortably with a few inches to spare). That was awesome, but maybe too big for what I do and for going around in NYC.

I think I may seriously look into the ProMaster City for the next business vehicle purchase I do.

José, that's actually in my immediate plans. I've researched all its competition (Nissan NV, Ford Transit, et al) and, at least from the specs point of view, it beats them all hands down. Just FYI, this car is actually a Fiat Dobló, sold throughout Europe. I was there this summer and they were everywhere.

I'll be doing a test drive in the next couple of weeks, and probably purchase one before the end of the year. Currently I have a very capable V10 Ford F350, but it's a gas guzzler and, at 7' high, it can't get into some parking structures…

Cheers,

BK

Robert, I have two 6-series mixers, and am fairly well-versed in their operation. I am, in fact, thinking of ordering the dongle so as to start playing with the software. Assuming they have them in stock at Trew, I should have one installed, and be familiar enough with the "Wingman," by the time you're back in town.

In any case, I have found that Ryan Coomer at Trew is a good source of info on all things Sound Devices, and if you and I don't connect, he might be a good person to contact.

Cheers,

BK