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Hello I am a cameraman and don’t have any expertise with audio but sometimes have to run with an audio setup on the camera. I could really do with some advice. I have a Sanken CS3E and have just got a Schoeps CCM41 and a CCM8 as I am wanting to create an M/S setup. When I plug them into my zaxcom nomad I have found the Schoeps CCM41 to be about 10-15 db quieter than the Sanken. I tested using my voice with the microphones about 4 ft (just over 1m) away. I used exactly the same settings for both microphones and their fronts were level with each other. Even on full gain the Zacom shows the Schoeps peaking at about -25 db an…
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Hello all, I am a fairly contented owner of the Lectrosonics SPDR. I front end it with a Sonosax M2D2 - an absolutely incredible piece of engineering. Together I feel that they are the finest rig for ultimate portability. Place it in a little backpack alongside a pair of DPA 4060's and there is nowhere that I cant record some top notch sound. Alas, My little slice of paradise has encountered a perplexing (to me) technical issue. Ive reached out to Lectrosonics Tech department but as of yet no reply - I guess they are swamped and will get back to me soon!? Part of my work is involved in recording the sou…
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I want to film interviews outdoors without a boom op. I need to choose a stand to support my boom pole from the stand to the subject. The ground may not be level, so the stand should have a leveling leg. There may be a breeze, and I want the subject and I to be confident that the stand isn’t going to fall over. Also, I don’t want the stand rattling or swaying during recording. I’m prepared to pay in stand weight, stand footprint on the ground and, as needed, 10lb Manfrotto Counter Balance Weights aka Pumpkins. I plan to mount my boom pole on the stand via a Kupo Microphone Boom Holder (12.6”/32cm long) or Boom Mate 2 (10”/25cm long). These mount on a grip head…
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My beloved Loon took just the right hit today to snap the spud. Had since 2008 and it is wild to see it last this long. Curious if anyone knows if parts still exist somewhere or if another brand is a worthy replacement? I have some various brands of boom poles. I can try spuds when I get home.
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I know that many here have extensive experience of Cinela windshields, but, nonetheless, one or two may find my testing of the two new models of the Pianissimo and Zephyx for the MS with the MKH 8030 and other MKH 8000 mics helpful, not least since I compare them to the Rycote MS Stereo Cyclone. Anyway, for anyone so interested, my write-up (with downloadable wav files) can be found here: https://drbadphil.com/windshields-for-a-mid-side-pair-comparing-the-cinela-zephyx-and-pianissimo-with-the-rycote-cyclone Cheers, Roland
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Sanken Cs-M1 new mike 1 2 3 4 8
by tonymuricy- 9 followers
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I've just seem an announcement from Gotham Sound about a new Sanken mike, the CS-M1. https://www.gothamsound.com/product/cs-m1-compact-shotgun-microphone Anyone has tried it already? Thanks Tony Muricy
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The Remote Audio Hi-Q batteries (OEM Inspired Energy) look to now be available from Trew Audio, and they actually beat the direct Inspired Energy price by a few dollars for the 98wh size. $160 vs. $163. Well done guys. They also have a single bay charger for $117, but details are scarce.
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Antenna Crossbar Version 1.0 - designed by Overtone Audio Specs: Maximum length 130 cm wide Collapsed length 70 cm Weight ~ 600 grams Materials: Aluminum Alloy, Steel, Delrin Finishes: Hard Anodising, Powder coating, Chemical Blackening Features: -Any antenna with a 3/8" threaded hole can be installed (any manufacturer's antennas) -Continuously adjustable distance between antennas possible (130 cm to 70 cm) -Affixes on any 3/8" stud - either a tripod stand or a boom pole - very secure -All parts are captive -Antennas can be tilted freely upwards or downwards - Very easy to tempo…
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Hi all, does anyone have a guide available for "good" settings for the dynamics menu in a TRXLA transmitter, and a DPA 4061 mic (yes I know the 4063 is recommended)? It sounds pretty good to me on default but perhaps people have preferred settings.
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Hey guys, Anyone here use the Bob breakout box? I just bought 3 of them and they've been performing very strangely to say the least. When I powered up the first one it turned on no problem, then I placed it down on my cart and saw a spark. After that it didn't turn on again. As you could imagine I wasn't thrilled, but thought maybe something was weird with my MEON? It's 12 volts and the unit says it requires 15, but it turned on and worked fine prior to the spark. Not sure if that's what did it, but for the next 2 I figured I'd actually give them the right voltage cause yeah, I'm an idiot. I used the 15V DC power adapter from my Cooper mixer…
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https://schoeps.de/produkte/zubehoer/anwendungen-tisch/auf-dem-tisch/maiersound-turtle.html I am looking for a USA source for the MaierSound "Turtle" boundary mic mount. So far the usual suspects don't carry them. Any ideas of who might have them? There is a dealer in the UK... thx
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Hi, I was wondering if anyone has ever disassembled a PCS boom connector. One of mine does not lock as tight as it should any more. I've been using it in dusty environents, though hardly changing mics on it.
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I like the minimalist lightweight look of the Rycote nanoshields but how are they comparing in the field? I read that early models had a handling noise issue that was possibly sorted out by new fabric? NAB 2023 seems to be showing them with the new fabric as standard. Or maybe that’s another new fabric? The Cinela piano works great but is heavy ands bit over-engineered if you ask me. The original Rycote Modular system still seems to work great… the cyclone looks ridiculous and heavy to me but I haven’t tried it so who knows. So where does this Nanoshield fit in? Does it offer the same amount of wind protection as the traditional modular system? …
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Hi, I am considering buying a SL6 for the MCR54. How does this combination work? I know that it cannot handle all 4 channels and the other two must go through the upper output. I would be OK with this limitation, but does this setup work reliably and the two channels that are via the Superslot can be rotated without problems using the menu in the SD688? I'm currently using a PSC multiSMA splitter, so I don't know if SL6 is a step forward Thank you very much
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Is there anyone in the US that will repair Audio Limited En2 systems?
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Zaxcom announced and released the RX-8 Receiver interface today -- nothing else on the market even comes close to the functions and capabilities of this unit in terms of receiver channel count, size and weight. Eric Ballew has done a really thorough video for this new product. Introducing the RX8 Wireless Receiver and Dante Interface from Zaxcom. The RX8 holds two MRX-414 or MRX-214 wireless audio receivers and outputs them as a Dante interface or as a stand alone unit. In Dante mode, an addition 8 channels of AES can be fed into the RX8 making this a 16 channel interface. Not only that, it also includes 4 sends to its physical analog output. This …
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anyone heard one yet? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1852177-REG/sony_ecm_l1_lavalier_microphone.html
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Sonosax M2D2 1 2 3 4 6
by Trey LaCroix- 7 followers
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SX-M2D2 Product Announcement The SX-M2D2 is a lightweight 2 channels high resolution dual-domain microphones preamplifier with integrated USB audio Class 2. Compact, low power, battery powered, the SX-M2D2 embeds similar high performance dual A/D converters than the SX-R4+. This product is the ideal companion for various mobile environments. Its ergonomic has been carefully designed for convenience and easy of operation. Inputs / Outputs 2x mic/line inputs on TA3, electronically balanced, with phase reversal, 48V phantom, LF cut and level control on the front panel 1x AES3/AES42 on TA3, transformer balanced inp…
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Hi All, I own several pairs of Sennheiser HD25's and 26. They all end up having one side cut out eventually, I have tried getting new cables to replace them but it seems to go downhill pretty fast after the replacements. Is there another way to repair them? Are they just too delicate for everyday use? I have Sony MDR-7506's but it was similar. (I also find them a little loose and big even though the folding is nice) Anyone have recommendations for something in the MD26 size range that they like and lasts a little longer? Thanks
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Looking for some inspiration for mounting antenna to my bag. Specifically some sharkfin antennas. Ideally some kind of mini boom pole that mounts to the bag so one would have the ability to raise them up a bit would be great. I swear I've seen it done before but am struggling to find photo or products for it.
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Hi there, i've been having problems with integrating a new 414 module into the RX12. Basically, as soon as the 414 is in the RX12, I get weird drop outs on the other 3 x 212 Receivers. That's probably due to power interruptions of the modules or other software related issues. I got in touch with Howie from Zaxcom through Ambient here in germany and I have tried it out to get into the debug mode, following Howy's advise, which unfortunately didn't solve the problem, yet. Also updating everything to the latest firmware (2.10 on the RX12) and 1.98M on the 414 and 4.13P on the 212's didn't change anything. I tried swapping the slots around. Did a whole reset …
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Hi I was wondering whether AL will come up with something similar to 2040 or if they will upgrade a bit the transmitters of 2040. It seems like the best sounding system. The only strange thing is the mic only output. Also it is not as easy to find them on the market especially after 1010.
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Hi, can anyone point me to the right direction with this idea: I am searching for an Sony L type/NP-F battery "extension cable," featuring a smaller form factor dummy NP-F battery on one side with a ~40 cm cable connected to an NP-F plate on the other side providing pass-trough/unregulated power. I jumped on an opportunity to build a lower cost Sound Devices 633 bag kit in an Orca OR-30 bag. Harvesting power off of an enviable collection of NP-F970 of mine by using the two terminals on the back of the 633 means the recorder can run for 12+ hours easily, but gets bulky and does not fit as nice into the bag. So I wanted to move the large batteries into another co…
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Q5X aquamic
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Hi everyone I just got a Q5X aquamic transmitter from a friend. The transmitter won't turn on, so I think I may need to replace the internal battery. At the same time, I want to find a receiver that matches this transmitter. Hope to get your help and suggestions. Thanks
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Any news? New photos? More description? Sonosax site is not showing the unit so far, any info? Thanks
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