David Silberberg Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 "But how many gigs are out there that need timecode and only 2 recorded tracks?" a LOT OF GIGS ! get a smart slate too while you're at it. There are so many people doing dslr filmmaking that need a good sound recordist- and most of them already have an H4N ( or the like). Also the advantages of the 702t go far beyond just the time code- the pre-amps are way quieter, the a/d conversion is better, the headroom is better, the limiter is better, internal plus external media recording is more secure -- and then there's also the file naming advantages-- which is important for organizing the files and making life better for post. And it fits in the bag better too. I look back at a job I did in 2004 and wish very much that I had bought one then. It's so worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Campbell Posted September 1, 2012 Report Share Posted September 1, 2012 Well here's my first bag build. Waiting on a Hawk-Woods DV-SQN4s battery system for it. I used velcro to keep the H4n in place. Not sure if this placement is a great idea or a terrible one yet. I considered the H4n remote, but I'm trying this out so I can keep an eye on the meters. I'm considering a 702 or 702T. But how many gigs are out there that need timecode and only 2 recorded tracks? I read your explanation as to how you attached your H4N, but could you show a photo? Looking to hookup a Marantz 661 in similar fashion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Hirtenstein Posted September 1, 2012 Report Share Posted September 1, 2012 I read your explanation as to how you attached your H4N, but could you show a photo? Looking to hookup a Marantz 661 in similar fashion. replaced the H4n with a Tascam DR-680 (soon all will be replaced by a Maxx), so I don't have this setup anymore. just velcro the back of your Marantz, flip 2 of the u-shaped pieces that come with the bag upside-down to make a platform, and stick it! if you still can't figure it out i'll just do it again and take a pic. my finest engineering work yet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Campbell Posted September 1, 2012 Report Share Posted September 1, 2012 Haha thank you, my Petrol arrives next week so I will give that a shot. Did you ever feel like the H4N was going to fly out or do the upside-down pieces stick to the inside of the bag? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Hirtenstein Posted September 1, 2012 Report Share Posted September 1, 2012 oh that explains it... you'll see what i mean when you get the bag. you got the ps607 right? it all velcroes together nicely and it won't go anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Campbell Posted September 1, 2012 Report Share Posted September 1, 2012 I got the previous version of the ps607, the Petrol PSDMB302. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Campbell Posted September 4, 2012 Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 I just received a Petrol bag from a fellow member. Unfortunately, I didn't realize the size differences between the H4N and the 661. Luckily I was able to wedge my Marantz in there so that I can still see the meters and hit record. Until I can afford a 702 this will work for sure. I thought about more "bag friendly" units like the FR-2LE but don't want to downgrade from the Marantz, and the 661's menu system is fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toy Robot Posted February 16, 2013 Report Share Posted February 16, 2013 I know I'm a bit late to the party, but I just built my lightweight bag this week. Looking forward to the weight reduction for the simple jobs that this rig is intended for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominiquegreffard Posted March 18, 2013 Report Share Posted March 18, 2013 Allright so i m late to the party too. Just purchased this used 302 to team with a zfr100 tc two channel recorder. Makes a great lightweight rig that syncs with my nomad rig wirelessly. Also since the zfr100 software updates allows the unit to transmit tc and quality control audio i can use my erx to sync the camera. Everybody asks does maxx have zaxnet but i m fine with this two track lightweight setup since my zfr100 can sync my erx. Also the zfr100 can act as a body pack too for out of rf reach recordings in other circomstances Just filmed 4 days in the cold and in the snow with the new bag and it all worked flawlessly. Make sure you bring a electronic slate if you can t jam the zfr100 from the camera. You can t write in the timecode and userbits manually. The only downpart is the recorder s monitoring is mono and it takes some time to deliver the files since they have to go through zaxconvert first. I m happy with it anyway, my back likes me. I say money well spent. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShubiSnax Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Better late than never! Just waiting on a few cables to complete this. 2nd SRb to inputs 4/5, tape out to LMa hops, Left-Right XLR to DR40, DR40 to m216. NP1 is under mixer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimB Posted July 31, 2014 Report Share Posted July 31, 2014 Here's mine, might not be lightweight.. haven't weighed it yet but at least its small! 4 single receivers and Maxx powered by a single NP1, so far so good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Koch Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 Zoom (Samson) vs TASCAM : consider this... http://www.bswusa.co...rder-P7747.aspx Hi! Little bit late, but maybe in the right time.. The number of inputs on the Tascam DR-40=2 + 2x built in mics. The number of inputs on Zoom H4N=4 (2x XLR, 1x 3,5" TRS on the backside) The 3,5" TRS disconnets the built-in mics. Maybe this view can make more handsome the ugly fellow Best regards, Simon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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