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Last reply by Barry M, -
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I have had this full spectrum combo for a little over 8 months now, each time I use as a hop it seems to "dial in" differently. Cant seem to find the sweet spot, I deliver signal to DCHT line level +23 linked... DCHR gain+5, ( borrowed FS7) pots @ 9 to make -20 in camera meters. I have done DCHT +29 line level, DCHR gain +0, FS7 pots @ 8 to make -20. Any words of wisdom from the community?
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We currently own and operate a Sound Devices 688 with older Lecto UCR411s. We have not upgraded our mixer because when we got the 688 seems like it was 6 months later that the 833 and 888 and Scorpio camera out, which put kind of sucked. We have not wanted to upgrade the wireless due to the fact that the spectrums we all changing, luckily we are in bands the were not affected, but can defiantly tell there is more frequency congestion now. Now that things are moving more to digital on the wireless side we are considering doing a full or partial upgrade. We mostly do commercials, docs and some tv show work, not many films, but lots of bag work. What would you upgrade …
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Hello everybody! So I'm up for a gig that has live video conferencing in scenes. The video delay is bad and they want to delay the sound so it is within a few frames. It's for the actors mostly but the producer really wants to get the sound and picture in sync. Anyone got a recommendation on a nice and precise delay device? It's got to do milliseconds and be fairly easy to manipulate on the fly. To cap it off - the video delay delay drifts! So some poor soul will have to ride the sound delay, by sight! Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!! Dan Izen
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Turntables
by Syoung- 2 followers
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Obviously, this doesn't pertain to production sound but I figured there could be a conversation here about turntables since real audiophiles (pros) live here. I'd hate to open up the box to all receivers, peripherals and A/V. I really just need some tech info on a particular product and figured this was the best place to look. So, please take this down if I've trampled a FAQ. I have a vintage Pioneer PL-570. Pioneer marketed 2 versions of this turntable and I have the first. They are very different. I'm looking for someone who has some maintenance experience with this model. And since I'm at it, let's open this up to all conversations turntable. IMG_307…
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Hi Has anybody noticed that DPA 4060 slim cables are getting stiff by the time. One of mine already broke by the capsule and other shows little crack in the coating.
Last reply by AnuarYahya, -
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I used a SD 888 recently outside when it was 90 degrees F (32 C) with AC power and it put off a lot of heat. I had it in a bag with sides open and even put a XLR head between the 888 and the bag wall to have 3/4" air on top and bottom. I only had 4 of the analog channels turned on. The XL-AES accessory was installed but not being used. It was still hot to touch. The 888 Operators manual states that is 140 degree F ! from Sound Devices 8-series FAQ I was considering for long term perhaps having a heat sink for natural convection would be better especially for when in a bag and running around you don't want a lot of space around it to jo…
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Hi guys&gals, Where do you sourse replacement headphone earpads? What do you know about Geekria and are they a quality pro replacement supplier? For my Sony MDR-V600 Cheers.
Last reply by bleueblancrouge, -
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I don't use a venue...I'm trying to import scan data from my RF Explorer (windows 10). I'm using Wireless Designer with the latest firmware. I'm sure I'm missing something obvious, but I can't seem to see my imported scan results from RF Explorer. I suspect my export settings aren't correct in RF Explorer (perhaps WD needs a specific csv field separator?). As you can see in the WD screenshot, the start/end frequency is showing as "0". Or is it another setting? Thanks!
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Hello folks! I have a 49wh and 98wh RRC smart battery as well as their charger since last year as it seems to be the no branded version here in Europe. Normally the big battery lasts for more than a full day to power up my mixpre10 with potentially a UCR411a for boom. I recently modded my G3s and got an antenna distro as well as fins, so to be on the safe side I grabbed an Audioroot neo from a local audio shop. It does not charge in my charger, the charger just keeps cycling through green, yellow and red led. Theese smart batteries are a bit to smart. Is there anything I can do other than try to return the battery? Do you ne…
Last reply by Mattias Larsen, -
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I am trying to optimize my RF system. Currently I use two Betso Sharkies into a PSC Multi SMA 8-way splitter. The Sharkies as well as the active splitter introduce amplifiers (and thus, noise) into the signal chain. I think it would be better to use only one amplifier as early in the chain as possible, so basically the Sharkies, followed by a passive splitter. Does a passive splitter with antenna bias even exist or would I have to trade the second amplifier for more cable connections (which is cumbersome, another possible error source and way larger than the PSC)?
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I have been offered to buy a Sonosax SX-R4 at a good price. I presume that the preamps will be wonderful. I have two Sonosax SX42 mixers, and much prefer their preamps to the ones in my Sound Devices 744t. I am bit concerned about recording on a hard drive with moveable parts (the SX-R4 only records two channels onto an CF-card), but reckon I can put in an SSD. How about the A-D converters? Considering that it's a machine from 2003? And are there any quirks I should be aware of? The later model, SX-R4+, seems much lauded on this forum. But at the moment, I can't afford it. Many thanks!
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I just plugged a flipped-polarity 12VDC supply into an IFB100. Now it doesn't work. Someone tell me there's a breaker or fuse.
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1x LEMO 6pin balanced stereo line in with 12V power output (Line input max. level +24dBu correlating to 0dBFS) 1x LEMO 5pin LTC Timecode In/Out (from website) -vin
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Wind in New Mexico 1 2 3
by LarryF- 3 followers
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In New Mexico, April comes in like a coyote and leaves like a roadrunner.
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Anyone who has any idea why Nomad 12 is priced higher than Nova?
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I know this has probably been talked about over and over again but I've been operating out of a sound bag for a few years now and am looking to branch out to a bag/cart setup then eventually a full cart. I'm looking for a small and hopefully cost effective control surface for my 633. Do I have to use a sound devices product or will basically any control surface/board do the trick? I like the Cl-12 but it's a bit big and pricey. Any help is greatly appreciated always make yourself better!
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Curious as to what any Betso users think about this. If you can’t watch the video, Jim Keaney summed it up:
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Three years ago Jack started asking Nomad users which cards they found good/bad. Most people used Transcend 32GB 133x as they had proven themselves during Jack's beta testing of Nomad. I'd like to revisit that survey in the hope of hearing many more brands and speeds recommended/condemned. Include microSD for Zaxcom body pack transceivers, as well as Nomad Primary and Mirror. Mention good or bad experiences. I'm happy with these for 3 years now... Primary: Transcend 32GB 133x Mirror: Transcend 32GB 133x Transcend 16GB 133x Transcend 8GB 133x micorSD: None yet
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Hi Is it possible to route and record xlr input to buses as isos, while using the SL2 on 833? i often use 8 channel of wireless + stereo mic setup. I want to record mix also. The idea is to use 2xwisycom mcr54 receiver in SL2 and a stereo mic. Now i've been using mixpre 10 with sd302 connected to channel 9-10, but looking for upgrade
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I purchased the cedar SDNX and have been using it with a processed and unprocessed track double I usually only use 1-2 dB of reduction , which I select on each channel. i want to put it on a buss for IFB and can’t figure how to select amount..... Any clues ...I’ve gone to buss output masters but there is no amount selection
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while looking for some tools I crossed paths with this: the festool MW 1000 https://www.toolnation.nl/festool-203454-mw-1000-basic-mobiele-werkplaats.html Of course this is not made for recording purposes, but curious to hear if anybody has already tried using this in the field? it can be used with different kind of drawers and festool even has a powering solution:) https://www.toolnation.nl/festool-accessoires-205721-sys-pst-1500-li-hp-sys-powerstation.html?sqr=festool sys power& I imagine it could be a fun modding project.
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Who loves the new Hi-Q batteries? Looking to upgrade from NP's and I'm loving the size of these. Anyone have good experience with them?
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I was on a gig and 3 talking heads became 4. Its a 3 camera shoot and Ive only an SRC blk 940 and 2 smqvs and a UCR 411 blk 19 and smqv. I was looking at a hard wired ECM 77 couldn't get wire to not show on super wide lockdown shot. So I remembered I have my hop DCHT/DCHR....I will just turn it around and use one mic into the splitter cable and VOILA.... I have 4 wireless. I was using the Dugan auto mix feature, had all 4 selected and as soon as the dcht/dchr combo was closed it wouldn't open again!! Quick moment of panic, battery check, turn off and back on and its working, I ended up taking this DCHT/DCHR out of auto mix and all was fine. I am guessing that being there …
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Hi there Really hoping someone might be able to shed light on an issue I'm having. I have 2 SMbs and an SRb, 606 band. I am getting this strange noise on them, almost like the type of modulating whispyLectro Problem.wav noise you get after a hissy recording is denoised. I've tried most obvious things I can think of but nothing seemed to make a difference, and the issue is virtually the same on both RX. So I sent them to Ambient to be serviced. They couldn't find anything wrong. I've just tested them out after getting them back and I'm sure I can still hear the same issue. I have uploaded a quick clip as an example. Can be worse but always seem…
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