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Zeppelin and dead cat suggestions for MKH - 50? Preferably someone who has one.
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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?
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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) …
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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.
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Thought I'd start a thread and just see how and what people are using to store lav mics I got these case logic CD cases at a dollar store and they work great. Colour coded with space to put an identity tag for easy keeping track of lavs. Each insert is double sided.
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For those of us in the Lectro ecosystem: the digital successor to the SSM was just announced. https://www.gothamsound.com/product/dssm-digital-transmitter
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Tascam Europe | Audio Recording Devices for Professionals and Hobbyists https://www.tascam.eu/en/downloads/portacapture+x8 NEW Firmware v2.00 NEW Windows Settings Panel and ASIO driver v1.30 NEW iPhone App update Version 2.0.0 Date 18.09.2024 ============================================================================================================= FIRMWARE ============================================================================================================= F/W V2.00 (September, 18 2024) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- < New functions > - MTR …
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I'm in need of a pair of reliable camera hops for standard fare; documentary, ENG, corporate, commercial. I am struggling to justify the huge layout for two SRc RX's and a pair of LT/LMb TX's. I always buy the best when I've determined I need something. And I know Lectro's are the best camera hops I can get (Okay, Zaxcom is great too). So naturally I am predisposed to buying Lectro's. But... everything I do keeps me within 10-15 ft. of cameras and is always a simple request for scratch track audio (almost always a single mono sum mix) for Plural Eyes, and not primary audio as that is always delivered via 664/668. So I'm actually considering the new generation…
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Hey Guys, I was wondering if anyone has compared the DSQD and Venue2 side by side in terms of Digital Hybrid performance. Is there a difference? I'm eyeing the DSQD to start the move over to Dante, but don't have the budget to replace all my Digital Hybrid transmitters as well. Curious if the DSQD is any better or worse than a Venue2. I know logically they should be the same, but the physical size difference creates quite a psychological difference haha
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My issue is on Channel 1. -If i gently move the fader or gain it swings drastically up and down -It doesn't consistently happen -If I change input to pre fade it solves the dramatic rise and falls I've included video and corresponding audio files. I have tried different mics, different power(NP to hirose direct, NP to BDS to hirose, et cetera) Has anyone had the same issue? Any information is gladly appreciated. I read in a reply from a user on reddit that they sent theirs in and within a year the issue came back. (Edit: I should mention I've been told to calibrate the Fader several times. It doesn't solve th…
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Tascam is keeping on teasing about their upcoming 32-bit float TC recorder. It might not be the main large production tool but it might be a pretty good tiny little stash away unit. https://www.instagram.com/tascam_official/p/C_0no0Ii62j/ An all-in-one solution for videographers meaning less gear at your shoots • Generate and sync/receive time code • Jam-sync ready for other time code devices • Accommodates wireless headphones • Ability to Control/Monitor up to 5 units simultaneously • 2 XLR/TRS Combo jacks • 32-bit float recording up to 192kHz • Compact sturdy body that fits in videography rig • USB-C Audio Interface
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Hi there, Seems I've just caught up with the Zoom F-Control FRC-8 being discontinued and impossible to get hold of second hand... odd in this day and age! What alternatives are people using? I can't seem to find anything on the topic. Doing a short film that I'd like the option to create a stereo mix on the fly. Are people simply using the Auto-mix and do they find this works instead? Thanks.
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Hi and thanks in advance for anyone willing to read this convoluted post and offer some advice… Background: I had a particular project a few years ago that encouraged me to buy some nice audio equipment. I am not really an Audio guy. When I or my partner normally work there is an Audio guy (using his own kit) or it is MOS. I bought in the UK from a nice guy called Roger a Zaxcom Nomad 10, QRX 200, 2 x TRXLA2.6, 3x ERX2 TCD and loads of nice mics/bags/poles and all the good TC stuff /accessories stuff and custom cables to make it all work well. He did a good job looking after me and I was really happy. After the 1st job which went very very well we don’t reall…
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Hello everyone, I have just recently begun my production audio journey and am looking for some advice on how much $ to invest and on what exactly. I have already spent around $5k on: - Mixpre 10 II - mkh50 -ktek-pole (Avalon) -orca bag As you can tell, the last thing I need to complete the essentials is cavalier mics, transmitters, and receivers. I'm currently debating whether to cheap out and go for the sennheisers, or take the big jump to lectrosonics, wisycom, or sound devices. My thought process for getting my bag in order is I don't want to have to upgrade a year or so down the line, but the prices o…
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I started noticing a little too much noise out of my MP-1, and then, when I got it home and started inspecting it, noticed it was picking up me knocking on the case. Opened it up and started tapping on components, and the transformer is the culprit. Has anyone tried swapping out a new one? Worth it? Any good sources for the new part?
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Something new from DPA at a really good price (under $1000). Specs look to be on par or better (lower noise, lower current, higher headroom) than the 4017 but with no switchable filters. I don't think I'd miss them though because this, like the mini CMIT, has a built in roll off starting at about 60Hz. A little less presence boost than the 4017 otherwise very flat. Form factor seems nice at a little over 7" but with enough preamp section to be easily mountable in a variety of shock mounts. A little heavier than the miniCMIT. Also they're touting it as extremely durable and water/humidity resistant. Here in Chicago I saw a picture of them putting …
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Hi, Are you using antenna filters on a regular basis? Whether on board of active antennas or as part of an in-line booster (for the RX of course). I actually never had to use any, using mostly passive antennas with occasionally the gain booster included in the SL6 but now that I am about to buy very wide band Wisycom tx&rx (namely MPR54 and MTP60) and I need to buy antennas I am wondering if I should get some. Wisycom makes both passive and active antennas with on board filter, but they also make the BFA booster with filters so I am thinking to rather buy a set of passive ones (2 omni and 2 directional) and if needed I will get 2 BFA. Any advise…
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Hi everyone. Have any of you developed a 3D part or a system to be able to use the A20 TX as a boom transmitter? The original Sound Devices board is not that practical for me; what solutions have you found here? 🥸
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Hello all. So I just bought a DSR4 and I am trying to update the firmware to 1.29 so I can use it with the SL-2 I also just bought. I am on a Windows 10 PC with Wireless Designer 2.1 installed. Powered up the DSR4 and plugged it into the laptop which I have used several times to hook into my Venue with no issues. When I go to try to update it, or even to open it up on the designer platform it is not being recognized. I tried 4 different usb cables of varying qualities. It just won't see it so I can't update the firmware without it. Anyone have issues trying to update theirs? Thanks. CRAIG
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Hi, I just acquired a Stellavox ALP8 external mic preamp that's meant to plug into the Stellavox recorder through a cable. I don't own a Stellavox recorder. The ALP8 allows connecting two microphones and has a single 6 pin socket in the back (OUT), for both powering the preamp from the recorder, and feeding the mic signals to the recorder. I plan on using this mic preamp, which I assume is of excellent quality given the Stellavox origins, with other recorders, analog and digital. But I don't know how to wire a proper cable and what each of the 6 individual pins represent signal wise. I assume two are for power and ground, and that means 2 each for each…
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Any user reviews of using these as a diversity pair compared to shark fin use? Thank you, Chris.
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Zaxcom has introduced a new IFB device designed to be used primarily the way in which current IFB systems used. The sound quality is amazing, it seems to be a very rugged and hopefully indestructable unit, so important for a device that will be the hands of other crew, Director, Script, etc. It will be very easy to integrate this with almost everybody's existing systems since it is compatible with all of the Comtek transmitters. Gotham has done a really good video showcasing the VRX-1.
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Hello, I just bought an used srb block 25 dual receiver but I couldn’t check it thoroughly until yesterday I began a shoot and I came across an issue I wasn’t able to solve: Everytime I wanted to use both transmitter, either a “check freq 1” or “check freq 2” showed up and I couldn’t use one or the other, and yes, I scanned, checked the compat snd everything I could think, even at one moment, I couldn’t hear both transmitters and the check freq kept on showing up… any help or an idea? Or it should be sent to Lectro? thanks in advance… Axel.
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Hey Everyone, Here is a super rough version of Goose, my 788T control software. Please keep in mind this is VERY ROUGH and I'm posting it to get a feel of what sort of glitches/bugs I need to work out. But feel free to download it and try it. I'm curious to hear any problems/crashes you might have so I can fix them. SCREENSHOT GALLERY: https://imgur.com/a/MdfATSF Here is a list of some of the stuff you can do with it: FEATURES - Fully control the 788T's transport REC/STOP/PLAY - Edit scene/take info easily for the last recorded and next take - One-button "lettering up" to the next scene letter (haven't implemented a num…
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I have a Sony ECM77B lav mic with the standard XLR connector. My question is……is it possible to physically cut that XLR connector off and solder on a 3.5mm locked connector? And obviously still have it work properly.
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