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full Blimp for only 129 / 145 USD

Fri, 18 May 2012 21:56:12 +0000

has anybody experience with these cheap blimps from India?

http://www.ebay.de/i...=item589006ec36

http://www.ebay.de/i...=item20bc38eebd

heavy? sound colouring?

looks like a mixture between Sennheiser, Rycote and a little Ktec.

I do prefer Sennheiser over Rycote - assembling/disassembling is quicker and to me they sound a little better. But blimp is not that rugged. This full set is cheaper than an MZW 60-1 alone.

BTW: I haven't noticed a big difference between black Lyre and standard rubbers with an Neuman kmr81 and CCM 8 MS Rig. Who did get better results with them on an MS Rig?
I am on the way to build one with MKH 30 and CMIT / 416...

Mixer Needed Tomorrow (Sat 05/19) in Amarillo, TX - Food Network Reality Show - Will Fly You In From Nearby City

Fri, 18 May 2012 20:11:36 +0000

Competition reality show for the Food Network, traveling with six camera/sound/producer teams, has added a scenario for Saturday 05/19 in Amarillo TX. They now need an additional sound mixer for Saturday.

Production is willing to fly in a mixer from a larger, nearby city, such as Oklahoma City, Dallas, Albuquerque, Denver, etc. Would probably travel Sat AM.

Rate is 450/12. Per diem provided. Production supplying all equipment (I have reviewed the sound gear inventory and see Sound Devices 552 mixers, both Lectro and Zaxcom wireless, Sanken lavs, Senn MKH 60 shotguns and K-Tek poles).

Please contact Julie Clark directly. She is the Production Manager.
julie.clark@rrstaff.com

PSC RF Multi SMA Users, Please Read

Fri, 18 May 2012 19:26:15 +0000

Our new RF Multi SMA has been in production for approximately three months. We are saddened to report that there have been several malfunctions of this product in the field. After an extensive investigation of these problems, we have determined that the RF amplifier chip can be damaged under certain connection and use circumstances. We have now developed an update to the circuitry which will prevent this unfortunate problem. Although most users may never have a problem, we would like to update all units as soon as possible free of charge. If you have one of these units, please send it in for updating at your earliest convenience. Will will try and turn these updates around as quickly as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. You can send your unit to:

Service Department
Professional Sound Corp
28085 Smyth Drive
Valencia, CA 91355

best regards
Ron Meyer
President, PSC

FS: Two Sennheiser G2 - EW-100 - A & B Band

Fri, 18 May 2012 19:22:46 +0000

I'm looking to sell my Sennheiser G-2 sets. One is in the A band and the other is in the B band. They are in good condition and come with their mics, and all cables. (XLR-mini)(mini-mini) $350 a set.

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FS: Peter Engh P21 Passive 2X1 Mixer

Fri, 18 May 2012 18:40:18 +0000

In great condition pots are clean sounding and unit has seen very little use $150.00 plus shipping

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FS: Schoeps microphone clip for Active Colette Cables KC

Fri, 18 May 2012 18:36:28 +0000

it's a mic clip for a Schoeps capsule what more can you say $90.00 plus shipping

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FS: Schoeps Active Colette Cables KC

Fri, 18 May 2012 18:23:30 +0000

In very good condition the collette cable is used for insertion between any capsule and any amplifier of the Colette Modular System. Active Colette Cables may be inserted between any capsule of the Colette modular system and the microphone amplifiers CMC 6, CMD 2 and M 222. The cable itself is highly resistant to stretching, bending and abrasion. Moreover it does not tend to twist after being suspended, even with temperature changes. This is of importance, e.g. when the microphone is hung from the ceiling. $360.00 plus shipping

FS: Schoeps GVC

Fri, 18 May 2012 18:17:23 +0000

Schoeps GVC swivel adapter Excellent condition $200.00 plus shipping

FS: Peter Engh Transcode

Fri, 18 May 2012 18:14:09 +0000

Time code transcription interface very good condition $100.00 plus shipping sells for 295.00 new.

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FS: (2) Lectrosonics R1A - block 24

Fri, 18 May 2012 05:42:49 +0000

I have two (2) R1A's on block 24 (Yellow) that are in mint condition - bought them August 2010

Asking $450 each - includes the leather pouch

Video transmitters??

Fri, 18 May 2012 03:32:27 +0000

I hate being tethered to the ever-moving DIT or video village. The show I'm on graciously rents down-converters and Canatrans transmitters for me (with some convincing and a good deal from the camera house). Some day I'll not get so lucky, but still won't want to run cable.

I was wondering if there's a lower cost transmitter (ATV or DTV) that people have had success with. It needs to be self-contained, like Modulus/Canatrans. The 2.4/5.8 stuff is pretty useless getting through sets and stages.

Or are Modulus and Canatrans on the way out and cheaply available?

Robert

FS: Lectrosonics UCR201 & UM200C (Block 21)

Fri, 18 May 2012 01:55:08 +0000

Time for an upgrade. So it's time to let this one go. Both the Rx and Tx are in good shape, some minor paint chips here and there. The asset markings can still be seen from the rental house this kit was purchased from. Photos can be seen on flikr bellow. Block 21 is a very versatile block throughout the U.S (maybe not so much in the L.A. area), I have solid performance in the southeast, and know others throughout the country with the same.

I'm asking $1300 shipped and on the way to your doorstep.

Pictures are here:

Best Lectro block to use in Las Vegas?

Thu, 17 May 2012 21:26:45 +0000

So my wife has wrangled me into helping out her boss by going to Las Vegas next month to shoot some short video clips of product manufactures at the InfoComm show the second week of June. Basically 3 to 5 minute shots of them talking to camera about one or two of the latest bits of cool tech. I want to just use one of my Lectro 411 systems and a SD MixPre to feed the camera. A one man band set up basically. I'll bring a RE-50B and plug on Tx just in case a lav is just washed away on the event floor mayhem. These are no huge video productions, just a favor for my wife's really great boss. He's paying me a small fee to do this even though I told him he didn't have to.

For you guys that work out there all the time, what frequency block is the best to use? Or what block to not use might be better. I'm not sure what hotel or event center this show will be held at, but a recomendation for one good clean block would be really great.

Thanks so much!

Free Cine Gear Expo LA Pass

Thu, 17 May 2012 20:58:45 +0000

Now till May 26th 10AM - get your free pass to Cine Gear Expo.

https://www.speedbadge.com/sreg2.php?s=cinegear

Show details:
http://www.cinegearexpo.com/

Come see us at Stage 19. Booth 232.

We'll have some great stuff on display.

Cheers

Audio equipment rental aggrement

Thu, 17 May 2012 20:08:41 +0000

I strongly encourage having production companies insure our gear while on their production.They surely need to insure all the camera equipment they rent. Same goes for ours.you never know. Document attached.Insert your name where there is a blank.

Audio equipment Rental agreement

Insurance. You shall, at Your expense, at all times during contracted production dates, maintain Third Party Property Damage and Commercial General Liability insurance covering all Equipment rented for full replacement cost without deduction for depreciation and for loss of use (rents) of the Equipment in amounts and with insurance companies ____________________________approves. Property Insurance shall be on an “All Risk” or “Special” form, on a worldwide basis with ______________________ named as Loss Payee for loss or damage to Equipment. __________________________ shall be named as Additional Insured as respects all of your liability insurance which shall be deemed primary and non-contributory in the event of any claim or suit. All policies shall provide for 10 days written notice to ______________________________ before any policy shall be modified or canceled. You shall deliver to ________________________, upon request, evidence of insurance coverage satisfactory to ___________________________. Lapse or cancellation of the required insurance shall be an immediate and automatic default by You under this Agreement.

Miscellaneous. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been entered into in the province of Ontario and governed by Provincial law. Should any legal proceedings arise out of this Agreement, the prevailing party, in addition to any other recovery, shall be entitled to recover all reasonable expenses including attorneys’ fees. Customer is deemed to know the law regarded permitted uses of equipment.

Changes..The Rental Contract and these Terms and Conditions express the entire agreement between the parties and any change thereto must be in a signed writing.

If You are a corporation, the person signing this Agreement on behalf of such corporation hereby warrants that he has full authority of such corporation to sign this Agreement and obligate the corporation. Said person and the corporation shall be jointly and severally liable for all rentals and all other sums that may be due and owing to ___________________________ at any time under the terms of this Agreement. You certify that You have read and fully understand all of the above provisions prior to executing this Agreement.

I hereby rent ________________________________ Audio equipment subject to the conditions set forth above. I have read and agree to these conditions.

Signed_____________________________________________

Date_____________________________________________

Witness_______________________________________________

Loon Boom - Togloc coming loose

Thu, 17 May 2012 18:58:20 +0000

Hello all,

I've been using a Loon boom pole for the last few years and recently I noticed that the Togloc is ever so slightly loose. It's not a problem when using, say, a Schoeps in a Cinela mount but when I've got the full 416 on the end there's a noticeable rattle.

So, I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem and, if so, what you did about it. I'm considering gluing it on at the moment...

I'd really like to not have to replace the pole just because of this as in all other respects it's great.

(I've contacted Loon but haven't heard anything back yet.)

best

martin

Looking for Philippines and Singapore sound contacts

Thu, 17 May 2012 18:05:16 +0000

Next month I will be taking Robert Kennedy with me to educate and demonstrate the Zaxcom product line in Singapore and the Philippines. I don't know very many sound people there yet. If anyone has any contacts there for mixers, dealers and film schools, please put shoot me that info.

My e-mail is: john at grace distribution dot com

thx much,
John Coffey

Half day rate

Thu, 17 May 2012 17:22:46 +0000

I seem to have an increase in calls from producers calling me for half day of work- The call usually goes something like this- 'It's only a couple of sit down interviews shouldn't take more than 4 hours what's your rate for just half a day?

What do you guys think of this- I often feel that if I book a half day then it's not as though I can take another gig to fill the other half of the day and so I should be paid a full day. These gigs have pretty much taken me out of the loop for the day anyway.

WTB AKG ck 94 Capsule

Thu, 17 May 2012 17:08:43 +0000

Anyone have or know where I can get a used AKG ck 94 figure 8 pattern capsule for the blue line series?

Korea. Carnet?

Thu, 17 May 2012 16:55:06 +0000

Anyone been? Is a carnet absolutely necessary or can an itemized list stamped by customs do?

Storing the Nomad, with or without batts?

Thu, 17 May 2012 15:52:02 +0000

Normally during a show I leave the internal batteries in the Nomad each night and over the weekend, and just unplug my NP-1.

I just started a 5 week show this week, and I am not providing equipment, so my gear is going to have some shelf time. I was thinking it would be prudent for me to take the battery sled out of my Nomad for storage, but I didn't have a good reason to/not to do this, so I thought I'd ask for some opinions here.

I am asking about my Nomad because that's what spawned my question, but the same question applies to all gear, like transmitters and receivers, which I usually leave un batted unless I'm using them the next day.

Thoughts?
Thanks
K

FS: SQN Type 3-M Mono Mixer

Thu, 17 May 2012 14:30:10 +0000

SQN 3 Mint condition. I'm the original owner and I think I've used this mixer a dozen times since I've owned it. Includes leather cover, 2 line output cables with return and a mic level cable. $500.00 plus shipping

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CCM41 roll off

Thu, 17 May 2012 05:39:09 +0000

Has anyone EVER used a CCM41 withOUT rolling the bass off? If no, how much did you have to cut out?
Mic is at its 3rd week of usage from purchase and the need for an LP just came now, it got so sensitive all of a sudden.

L

Sydney, Sound Recordist on the Loose!

Thu, 17 May 2012 05:27:51 +0000

Hi Guys,

I'm "enjoying" a two month production break from the client who has all but filled my calandar of the past three years.

Things are as I guess we know a bit quiet presently, I'm told it's hotting up. but if there's any of you Sydney blokes out there who could use a boom swinger or assitant or indeed need the services of a second soundie for the day give us a yell.

Jeeze I even do a week of "the fat show" interviews ........ but not a day more.

I know a few of you guys from the forum, and there's a few more I've not had the pleasure of meeting, PM me if you'd like a CV or just a chat.

Regards,

Jerry Batha

Sydney Soundie.

Looking for advice on how to get started in sound

Thu, 17 May 2012 02:49:48 +0000

I've been working in film and tv production for the past 6 years and I've realized that sound is what I am the most interested in. I'm looking for any advice on how to get into the business and break into the union. Over the years I have met some great sound people and they have referred me here to search for advice. Not looking for a free ride and that's why I didn't ask them for a handout, I want to earn this and work hard for it to prove I am dedicated. Any advice is appreciated and I'm willing to work for anyone who needs help.

Thank you for your time

Kyle Adahl

Radio mike frequencies to use in Japan please

Thu, 17 May 2012 01:05:49 +0000

Please advise experience and also Lectro blocks that are OK

Cheers

mike

FS: Boom kit PLUS more stuff! Updated with pictures

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:05:19 +0000

Hey, got some extra gear that is just sitting around at the moment.

PM for more info or making offers, I'm willing to consider any offers:

Rode blimp kit with windjammer. $200 + shipping
The blimp and mount are in great shape, and I replaced the short cable into the blimp. The windjammer probably could use a good brushing, but is clean and soft.

K-Tek Avalon KE79CC aluminum pole with an internal cable and bottom exit. $175 + shipping
Fantastic condition, the locks are all smooth and the pole looks and works great.

Rode NTG-1 short shotgun. $200 + shipping
Clean and quiet, looks like it just came from the factory.

Audio-Technica Pro 88W VHF wireless system. $100 + shipping
Works great... But yea, it is an old war horse. Looks good for the age, not ever used much.

Audio-Technica AT8415 shockmount. $40 + shipping
I bought this, and then shortly after came upon a Rycote setup, so this has been used exactly two days.

PICTURES! Available on Dropbox here:

https://www.dropbox....1/gear?h=dcbbf9

Recommend pouch for SD MM-1?

Wed, 16 May 2012 20:04:26 +0000

Sound Collective!
Any recommendation for a good Pouch to hold a Sound Devices MM-1?
Thx
Mark L

Shooting past wrap time.

Wed, 16 May 2012 17:16:26 +0000

In situations where there is no rate for overtime, how many people here will voluntarily shoot beyond wrap time if behind schedule?

im on a set now, was booked for 12 hour day but know we will go over. I don't like causing problems but am very tempted to stop rolling and pack up when it hits the end of the 12th hour.

FS: Zaxcom TRX900/RX900S Block 21

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:49:43 +0000

Zaxcom TRX900/STA100/RX900SAA Excellent condition stereo camera hop block 21... turn key system including mounting hardware, filtered transmitter Antenna and cabling. I'm the original owner very well cared for system no dings no dents excellent in every way. $3300.00

John Cameron at Alchemyaudio@gmail.com

FS: Sound Devices 702T

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:08:35 +0000

Sound Devices 702T in excellent condition, 3 sony batteries and a 2 port charger, timecode in and out cables and a assortment of input and output audio cables. $1500.00
Contact: John Cameron at alchemyaudio@gmail.com

FS: Schoeps

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:00:21 +0000

CMC4 Blue dot/Cut 1/MK41 In Very Good condition sounds great includes Schoeps mic clip original packaging. $1100.00

MK5 Omni/Cardioid switchable Excellent condition $850 I have 2 for sale.

John Cameron alchemyaudio@gmail.com please contact only at this address.

FS: TS-C $1100

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:51:09 +0000

S/N 900

Purchased new from Trew in August '11. It was used for 21 days on an indie feature and not at all since.

Nearly excellent condition. 100% operational. Superficial scratch on face. (visible on the first number "2" in the pic) and some small nicks on the bottom-right edge of the faceplate. (visible in "backlight" picture)

Color sticks. Comes with two battery sleds, the soft case, original literature and a dry erase marker.

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CBS Fall Schedule

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:36:20 +0000

Monday
8:00 p.m. How I Met Your Mother
8:30 p.m. PARTNERS
9:00 p.m. 2 Broke Girls (new time)
9:30 p.m. Mike & Molly
10:00 p.m. Hawaii Five-O
Tuesday
8:00 p.m. NCIS
9:00 p.m. NCIS: Los Angeles
10:00 p.m. VEGAS
Wednesday
8:00 p.m. Survivor
9:00 p.m. Criminal Minds
10:00 p.m. CSI
Thursday
8:00 p.m. The Big Bang Theory
8:30 p.m. Two and a Half Men (new day and time)
9:00 p.m. Person of Interest
10:00 p.m. ELEMENTARY
Friday
8:00 p.m. CSI: New York (new time)
9:00 p.m. MADE IN JERSEY
10:00 p.m. Blue Bloods
Saturday
8:00 p.m. Crimetime Saturday (drama repeats)
9:00 p.m. Crimetime Saturday (drama repeats)
10:00 p.m. 48 Hours Mystery
Sunday
7:00 p.m. 60 Minutes
8:00 p.m. The Amazing Race
9:00 p.m. The Good Wife
10:00 p.m. The Mentalist (new day and time)

COS11 gone "dumb"

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:34:03 +0000

Hi,

Strangely, 4 of my COS11s (not the D) all 5 years old have lost crispiness and sound "dumb"...

All have been taken care of very well, and were last used on a gig about 8 months ago when they sounded fine.

I have a brand new pair of COS11s which are also about 4 years old, but never used, stayed in the plastic cover and carton. Checking the older used ones against these clearly showed a pronounced loss of HF and definition.

Has anyone else experienced this - maybe age-related deterioration? All four of them! :~(

(I am quite sure there is no physical debris on the wire mesh cap.)

-vin

FS: Petrol PS601 Bag (Sale Pending)

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:19:48 +0000

$150 includes shipping in the lower 48. Great condition.

SALE PENDING

Starting out as a freelancer

Wed, 16 May 2012 13:18:47 +0000

Hello!
Im Anders from Norway, and Im about to finish filmschool in about a month or so, and my plan is to start out as a freelancer. Im pritty curious to how it will work out, because Im done with the education system, and not very keen on doing some dead-end unskilled job for the rest of my life.

Im lucky to have a family that will help me finance an zaxcom nomad, a ntg 3 and a couple of lavs. Im about to take the step into an uncertain future, so Im hoping to get some advice from you people.Because I dont have alot of experience, do you think its a good idea to start with a low price to get experience and a network? Any general advice on how to get a foot in the door as a newbie?

FA: Denecke GR-1

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:32:27 +0000

I have this lightly used Denecke GR-1 on ebay:

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/140753958185?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649#ht_1341wt_1125

thanks

ao

WTB PSC sound cart or anything similar

Wed, 16 May 2012 03:29:20 +0000

Looking to get my first cart for a feature coming up this summer. Would love a used PSC cart or anything similar, like a rastorder Cart. Please respond or PM if anyone can help!

Thanks

Allen & Heath GL2

Wed, 16 May 2012 02:49:28 +0000

Bernie if you're watching this thread I've got the mixer packed up and ready to ship. I have two other people who said they want it if the sale falls through. Next in line after you is JboB and then Tom Visser.
If you still want it Bernie please PM me with your info so we can wrap this up.
Thanks,
Bernie

Drilling and riveting aluminum for rack mount.

Wed, 16 May 2012 01:39:04 +0000

I'm finally getting a chance to update my cart which will involve getting some aluminum drawers. Since I'm going to change up the size etc. the existing rack mount holes won't work. Wondering if anyone has gone through the process of mounting these rivets in aluminum themselves, or is it best to take to a machine shop.

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WTB: Denecke SB-3

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:43:53 +0000

Looking for a used SB-3 if anyone has one for sale.

Thank you for your time,
Greg

Want to trade: Rx 411a with Sra (Block 23)

Tue, 15 May 2012 22:36:22 +0000

Trading 1 X 411a block 23 with an SR(23) with EXT plate.
Willing to pay extra for it or shipping.

Sam

Rare Sighting

Tue, 15 May 2012 19:47:43 +0000

Good fences make good mixers?

Jeff Wexler and I in Birmingham, Alabama.

Glen Trew

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Anti-loss/theft

Tue, 15 May 2012 19:41:25 +0000

I came across this and thought it could be a good way to prevent loss / theft of gear

http://www.loc8tor.c...c8tor-lite.html
http://www.loc8tor.c...-plus-pack.html

Before anyone brings it up - I plan to never be in a situation where I need this, I am VERY careful with gear.
But is someone can benefit then great.

Just got my pole back from K-Tek

Tue, 15 May 2012 19:38:08 +0000

This is the second time I've sent in a pole - first was for a stuck collar and this time for an internal cable replacement (2 different poles just FYI).

Each time they come back I feel like I'm getting a new pole.

Kudos Dave and everyone at K-Tek! Couldn't be happier!

-Greg-

FS: A few items that need a good home

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:58:21 +0000

Hello,

Cleared out some items that I rarely use and need a good home.

Lectrosonics SMBCUP Belt Clip for single battery SM series transmitters (comes with allen wrench and spare hex screw) - $30

NEW - Lectrosonics SMKITTA5 connector kit for SM-type transmitters (5-pin TA5F plug with weather resistant sleeve and various sized cable insulation pieces) - $20

10 Foot Extension Cable (7-pin Neutrik XLR, not Engh but will work with Engh breakaway cable) Mogami #2931 - $40

Sound Devices XL-1 Cable (10 inch) TA3-F to TA3-F cable, 442 and 302 mixer linking - $20

SOLD. ~~BEC (ABSPU) Side Plate - $35~~

BEC (RAA) Right Angle Adapter - $15

Sorry, No longer available for sale. ~~Older Style TX Waist Belts x3 (2 Black, 1 Beige), TX Thight Belts x3 (2 Black, 1 Beige), and "The Pouch" x1 for SM Transmitter - $20 all~~

All items are in great shape and lightly used.

All prices are with shipping included.
US Only Please.

Thanks,
Greg

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Nomad CF cards

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:54:00 +0000

Zaxcom is in the process of compiling a list of CF cards that currently work or don't work with Nomad. If you would please email Zaxcom at: support at Zaxcom dot com with what cards you have had success with - or didn't. Please be as specific as possible with brand, speed, size etc. Also let them know if you are using it in the primary and or the mirror slot or both.
After the list its compiled it will be posted here.
Thanks

Cart Speaker

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:34:24 +0000

Hi,

what speakers are you using on your carts?

I sure like the Remote Audio R1 http://www.remoteaudio.com/speakeasy_r1/ but I was hoping for something smaller but still decent sounding and with reasonable connectivity.

Thank you very much!

Patrick

Two UCR 100s Block 22 and Block 26

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:35:43 +0000

Fully functional.

$400 each shipped and PayPal'd or $700 for the pair.

Thanks,

Sean