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I have a call into Zaxcom already about this, just waiting to get the call back. I thought I would ask anyone that has this setup to try this and see if they have the same issue. The TRX900AA with stereo adapter being feed from the 442 via the TA3 main output. All outputs are at line level. The TA3's are distorting, badly. When I come out of the XLR mains, no distortion. The 10-pin, no distortion. I tried new cables, six in fact, and it still distorts. I figured, could it be my mixer? So I tried another 442, and got the same results. Hardwired to the camera, gets no distortion also. Could this be because it's an unbalanced capable output, and the TRX might not dig…
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The KT-STUART bag for Cantar arrived and I just shipped the original design back to GOTHAM SOUND. It is a remarkable improvement and cost $100 less than the original. This bag is a bit heavier and built like a soft padded box. Came with both a 2-section clear raincover and a padded cover. Raincover is joined by second flap that will cover radios only while leaving Cantar open to operate under clear-cover. Whereas the original bag was 3 different pouches buckled and velcroed together, this is one large compartment with velcroe dividing sections, ala Pelican case dividers. There are still external clips and velcroe to add an additional outside pouch It arrived set up…
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I'm getting a little tired of vision delays on LCD's used for video assist systems. Typically the delay seems to be around 4- 6 frames. For some reason, everyone on set seems to think this a sound problem. The people who supply the video assist systems say there's no LCD's video monitors available with low delay - say 1 frame. When I suggest that there's no problem with CRT's the video assist crew all get grumpy and start mumbling about how heavy they and the director wanting a large monitor (to watch a low res picture from a film camera tap!) On my current shoot, I purchased a Behringer Shark DSP110 and settled on 0.25 seconds delay on the Comtek feed. This was fine…
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I saw a link to a nice stick-on two-wire digital voltmeter (really thin and about 1"x2" IIRC) either here or on ramps but I lost the link. Anyone here remember what it was? D.
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All, Looking to pick up a pair of sharkfins, and was wondering if there was any real difference, other than price and on some models, frequency block. For example, PSC sells a 4xx-9xx frequency model that is significantly less than the Lectro version. Thanks in advance! Phil
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Jp, You asked if I was happy with my Cantar X2 #515. I am ecstatic. Last week I had reserved for spending time with Cantar to become familiar enough to take it on a job. Then a 3 day job came up that required mulititracks on the days I had planned to spend with my Cantar. The general consensus is that Cantar has a steep learning curve. Added to this perception is all the "codes" that must be broken to understand Cantar operations. ie, sol-fil-tom switches and TPWAN. To keep this note short I just want you to know that I nervously decided to take a "sink or swim" approach, and I left my backup DAT and Sonosax Mixer at home and went out on this job with only …
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Do any mixers use these? I know some dialog editors who swear by them - one says it cuts out all the traffic noise outside her window. I feel like they might be fine for airplane noise and traffic but might behave in an undesirable way in more dynamic environments. A.
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A general question to the power RF users I'm after real user feedback about the Lectro VR Field system - or antenna split system for multiple 411a receivers in over the shoulder bag system I have a set up with 3X four 411a receivers (block 28) in an over the shoulder bag configuration. I want to increase the range at certain events and was wondering what members experiences are with the VR Field - ie, extra range. Or if anyone has tried a split dipole/sharkfin system with 4 receivers with an in-the-bag setup. Or anything else..... that has better distance results Thnks Chris B
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Saw a new Porta Brace bag wet weather cover over at B&H. As the longest drought in white history seems to breaking at the start of a 4 month (mainly exterior) shoot I was wondering if anyone has actually seen it and can pass comment on it's effectiveness. Cheers Chris B
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I have plenty of experience with hiding lavs but not as much in protecting a COS11 and B6, mounted exposed and visible ENG style, from skyscraper-top wind. I feel like the basic wind protection they come with might not be enough and am concerned how overcovers and/or a lav furry will look. A.
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I use my SD DVD-RAM drive to mirror recordings from the 744T. One night while working on the process trailer, I noticed every time I called "Speed" into the walkie, my 744T would beep, and I'd get a message that said, "EXT Drive Offline". The graphic that showed the available space on the DVD-RAM disappeared, and I'd have to re-boot the recorder to get my DVD-RAM back online. I experienced this again when a P.A. walked past my cart, talking into his walkie. So it seems that my 744T/DVD-RAM drive "hiccups" every time there is a walkie-talkie transmission at close range. Has anyone else experienced this? Lee Ascher Los Angeles, CA
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I am currently working on a show with two Sony 900 HD cameras. I as most every other department these days has become very used to seeing the picture. I don't have to keep bugging the operator by asking is this or that in shot, the AD's can properly run back ground etc.etc. The problem I'm having is that all my gear is analog and the downconverters supplied by Panavision are not very good. I have used miranda video converters in the past which work very well. What I want to avoid is being dependent on the camera department for a picture. Does anyone know of a reasonable priced monitor that I could use to loop out of the DP's wave form to my cart on a single bnc HD in…
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Hi experienced users! I recently added the Petrol 302 bag to my inventory and I can't seem to find a comfortable place to store the Np-1 that powers my mixer and 2 receivers. What are you guys doing?
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Ok folks, I just received my Sanken CS-3e. I did some comparison testing against my 416 and it seems to me that the CS-3e is noisier than the 416. The rejection is fantastic and so is the reach, but the noise bothers me. This makes my kit comprise of a 416, MKH60, CS3e, Schoeps CMC641 and MKH50. I don't really want 3 short shotguns and it seems the noisiest should go. Any opinions / experiences with the different mics ? I have hear the CMIT5 and it is really quiet even at high gain, but the money cant swing it.
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Looking to spend some money before the end of the year and I'm conflicted. I have four Countryman B6 lavs wired for lectro. Two have hard wire adaptors available. I have an SD 302 mixer along with a Schoeps CMIT-5U shotgun and a Peluso CMEC-6 hyper cardiod mic. I don't own any wireless units and I use the production company's or rent. I like the B-6s but they are not suitable for every occasion. Here's the issue: Do I buy one good used lectro tx/rx (211 or better), or do I get some more lav choices? I'm thinking Sonotrims, Sankens, or DPAs. I'm very familiar with the Sonotrims (l like them better than Trams), and I've used the DPAs in a studio situation but not hidden. …
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I have the Edirol R-09 and I have been very happy with it, although the new Marantz almost looks like a piece of pro gear and I like the remote option, anyhow... While on a job in California a few weeks ago...I recorded a 'jet-beetle' on an airstrip. It was very loud with many sudden bursts of loudness (when the driver hit the 'afterburner') the R-09 performed very well (a few overs, of course). I managed to get a few clean drive-by's and I was amazed at the quality, detail and a decent stereo image (using the built-in mics!) At around $400, money well spent. I have no real need for an external recorder (mostly EFP/HDcam work) so this is just a toy/experiment for…
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Hello all. I've shaken out one of the new Marantz PMD-620 recorders for the last week and it's an interesting little device. It's very, very small - about the size of a deck of cards - and runs for five hours or more on a pair of AA batteries. Records 16/24 bit mono or stereo bwfs or MP3s at three bitrates, takes SD cards, and mounts as an external disk via USB 2.0. Audio connectors are all 3.5mm. This would make an outstanding transcription recorder, though I have not played with the stereo separation for TC bleed. It comes with a funny plastic thingy with a belt clip that would make it easy to attach to your ENG bag. It has built-in electret mics that sound …
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I have two upcoming opportunities to work with two different documentary teams. One in South America and one in Africa. However, I'm finding it a bit tough to find people who will insure my gear when traveling abroad. Anybody got any tips on finding somebody who will insure audio equipment when traveling abroad? Regards, Wayne
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I'm doing a scene with these M-16 type guns, automatic, full charges and REALLY loud. They insisted on full charges because they want to make sure to get some good flaring out of the barrels (they do look good). I'm using the CMIT with a UM400, dial set all the way down (around 8 o-clock) and the shots sound really awesome and not distorted set like this. But, when the shooting's done they have a long dialogue and cranking up the CMIT gives of course a massive hiss. The three actors have lavs but they're full of fabric noise in their non-cotton combat uniforms (Sankens with the rubber boot and topstick). I thought about putting another boom in the room on a s…
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Dear All, Nothing like a challenge… I probably would have said "NO" to this project unless I had the opportunity to work along with Wayne Brissette and learn something. This was a TV Pilot shooting "That Video Stuff"... That stuff" is not at the top of my operational knowledge… "Wayne's brain and work ethic were stretched to the max on this three camera, double system, eight wireless, two man crew, HD video shoot, With audio playback! We opted to send a wireless feed to the cameras as a guide track using the Zaxcom Stereo Adaptor with the Zaxcom 900's from the Deva V and a Denecke Loc box for frame accurate TC jamming.. It all added up to a problem f…
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Thanks to my tax man I've decided to treat myself this X-Mas. My usual gig is ENG/EFP run n gun reality type stuff, a mix of indoor and outdoor, some extremes of temperature, and I was wandering if this mic would be suitable for my situation as a replacement to the MKH416? I'm using a Wendt X5. Any opinions would be greatly appreciated!!!
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I have recently really began to notice that lavs of the same brand used with my Lectros sound different. I will have 2 Sanken COS 11's hooked up and 1 will pick up much more ambient than the other. When I end up having to mix them to a single track the more open sounding one really ruins the track ? I'm really begining to hate RF's, but as an ENG guy, that is what I am forced to use most of the time. Has anyone noticed lavs of the same brand sounding different, making multiple RF mixing a pain? Rob
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Hello again, As I mentioned on my previous post, I am looking to buy a basic ENG package. Would any of you recommend this for the price? http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=cart&A=details&Q=&sku=319726&is=REG Although I do not have much to spend, I am trying to stay away from the ubiquitous Sennheiser G2s. Thank you.
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Wha'ts the difference between a SMART slate and (I guess) a DUMB slate? thanks...cleve
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http://www.trewaudio.com/store/product.php?productid=679&cat=70&page=1 Any trade-off in performance vs standard Lectro ones? Sometimes I wish I had a more rigid antenna because after a while the antenna was in contact with actor's body or nearby equipment or surface, decreasing it's effectiveness. so, anyone used them?
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