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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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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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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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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. …
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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…
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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....
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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?
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Maybe too soon, too painful as the body is still warm.. but, what have you been considering for the future?
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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…
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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
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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:
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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
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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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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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