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Q5X aquamic
by joy- 1 follower
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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
Last reply by joy, -
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Any news? New photos? More description? Sonosax site is not showing the unit so far, any info? Thanks
Last reply by Derek H, -
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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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I’d like to use A20 Tx like real Plug-on Tx: Plug it into an XLR and get going. I want to avoid fiddling with mini Lemo plugs on each change of Mics, I want to avoid the need for a dedicated lemo-XLR cable for each mic mount and I want to use quicklocks without having to dismantle them for each change of booms. Does anyone have an XLR plugon solution for A20 Tx for that? Sg. like a small+light cheese plate for the Tx that already incorporates a short adapter cable from Lemo 3 to XLR3F with the XLR firmly attached to the cheese plate? Comparable to https://nylonindustries.com/collections/boompole-products/products/copy-of-zmtph-3-0-nylon-plug-on-adaptor for ZMT4 Tx. …
Last reply by axel, -
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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…
Last reply by inspire, -
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I needed a little cart to run small features that I could roll up easily into my Honda hatchback, and I ended up building this 12RU a couple years ago. Under 75lbs with power distro, lift mechanism works on 24vdc so I mount 2 of my V-mounts in series just for that when shore power AC is unavailable. Chargers and batts usually live in trays in the downunder. I was concerned it might feel top heavy but it's remarkably stable at full height (especially when the tires aren't flat from storage... changing those out now to airless). I'm also moving the two masts to the center of each side instead of over the tires so they tuck lower and don't add to the height when it's in stor…
Last reply by solowiej, -
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In Estonia, MUBA has such a Rupert Neve Designs 5088 mixing console: https://youtu.be/gFLbpC31tzc
Last reply by inspire, -
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Does anyone else think this would be a killer cart mixer? 22 mixable channels at 96kHz (16 pre-amps, 8 outs) 18 x 18 USB interface 16 x 16 Dante interface 2 x 2 recording directly to a USB drive A DAW remote mode with transport control and custom control via OSC, USB-MIDI https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/yamaha-dm3s-22-channel-digital-mixer-overview/
Last reply by ramallo, -
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I was wondering if anyone using a Yamaha DM3 on a cart was powering it off 24VDC, and how that is going? I would only need to do this occasionally, so I was wondering if a 24v camera block battery might work for this (rented)? The manual says it draws 43w @ 24vdc....
Last reply by ramallo, -
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I feel like this might be a dumb question--but I actually couldn't find a thread about it. Could a guy buy or make an adapter to use a servo wired mic with a UM400 TX? I am assuming that's why my newer mics won't work with the UM400? And is the UM400 noisier than SMQV TX? Or could it just be the mic?
Last reply by The Documentary Sound Guy, -
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Maybe too soon, too painful as the body is still warm.. but, what have you been considering for the future?
Last reply by axel, -
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Hi! Had a simple question about best practices for powering a small cart set up. I’ll be powering a 833 bag on my mini cart with a PSC triple play as my bds - I messaged Ron at PSC a while back asking if he recommended running the triple play AC adaptor into a power conditioner or a power bar for additional surge protection. His response was that the power supply provided operates over a wide AC voltage range and there’s no real reason to use a surge protector. I feel like from what I’ve seen from fellow sound mixers, a lot of people like to go into an additional power bar or conditioner for surge protection. Curious as to what best practices other m…
Last reply by Dave Pullmer, -
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Is there anyone in the US that will repair Audio Limited En2 systems?
Last reply by Mikey, -
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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…
Last reply by pt, -
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Hi all: I have two Sennheiser G3s and a G4. I am interested in having someone do the SMA mods on all three. I checked with LSC Service and they don't do SMA Mods. Anyone know of an LA area shop or even an engineer who does these? I looked on YouTube and I don't think my meager soldering skills are a good match for doing this. I know it's not too difficult but I would feel better having a pro who has done this before do my three sets. Anyone do this in LA? Thanks, Dan Brockett
Last reply by The Documentary Sound Guy, -
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hi what you using for Gear/Equipment as Boom Operator ? -Headphones? -Harness (Setwear Bags?) -Comtek? -Lav tools ? -Monitor ? - your owne boomPole ? -BoomCaddys? -Clothes? My production Equipment:
Last reply by The Documentary Sound Guy, -
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Hi, Does anyone have any idea of the availability for cantar parts? I might be needing to replace the screen assembly and I’d love to hear from anyone who might know anything? Trev
Last reply by Fred Salles, -
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I´m in a shoot where I will need to improvise a rig to have a fixed boom stretch out to where the talent is speaking. There is only grip gear at my disposal and I was thinking of using a C-stand (or similary sturdy stand) and a clamp. The boom should ideally be stretched to a minimum 3m long so that there is space between it and the action for cam-op´s to move around freely. My question is: is this realistic without a pole holder to support the boom at two different points? The laws of physics tell me I should probably clamp the boom at the end of the first section, but even there do I run the risk of the boom simply cracking? Any opinions welcome!
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I have been using the Deity DQC2 for a bit and I believe that it deserves a praise. It has so many good things going for it. Size and weight are shockingly small and light. Having it in my kit does not take a lot of space especially considering the small charger brick. Build quality is superb and it seams like it can take a lot of abuse. Expandability makes it very flexible if you want to add more. But the best thing about it is the power design! It takes USBC charging. As somebody who had his Inspire energy 24V charger lost I really appreciate the USBC charging design. An apple Macbook charger or any other USBC charger will work “charging speed…
Last reply by codyman, -
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Zeppelin and dead cat suggestions for MKH - 50? Preferably someone who has one.
Last reply by DanieldH, -
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First product I’ve seen using the new WMAS technology. Can’t wait to see what others do with this tech, only a matter of time before us bag mixers get something small enough to use.
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I have the MKH-50 as my only Boom mic at the moment. However, I have not had to purchase any outdoor noise protection yet due to a friend letting me borrow a Rycote blimp. I have seen a lot of opinions as to the MKH-50 not being suitable for outdoor use. So, I would not want to purchase a Rycote Cyclone small or something similar just to conform to my MKH-50's needs. Would you suggest simply buying a normal blimp setup to use for the MKH-50 temporarily until I get an exterior mic? Or do you think the MKH-50 can work well outdoors with a RYCOTE cyclone type of setup?
Last reply by Constantin, -
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Hey guys, Here's a new version of my currently Windows-only 788T control software. It can control most functions of a 788T remotely via USB. This is meant to be a replacement from here on out for Goose, my previous version. This should sort out a lot of GUI/scaling issues people were having. I re-wrote the frontend in .NET MAUI. It looks better and should scale appropriately across different screen sizes now. Download link and screenshots at the end of this post. Changes from last version: - Better UI - Persistent user settings for storing preferred COM port & temperature units. (The gear button by the power button) …
Last reply by Patrick Tresch, -
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One of my Audioroot 98wh batteries has a dead cell already after only 37 cycles. Not covered by warranty unfortunately. Has anyone replaced cells or know if someone that does it? I remember it was possible to get np1s re-celled.
Last reply by RadoStefanov, -
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Schoeps unveil the new KMIT capsule for the Colette Series at IBC in Amsterdam. This is the same capsule and interference tube like the Cmit family, but without preamp and compatible with the Colette range. It is now possible to have a Cmit combined with the new CMD42 Digital Preamp. https://schoeps.de/en/products/shotgun-microphones/cmit-series/kmit.html
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