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I found this entertaining, unfortunately.
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Hey all, I'm wondering for those who use an SL2 and are inputting via the bottom TA3's 2 additional RX's, what TA3F AES cables are you using? Thanks! Jon
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Hey all, I'm looking for recommendations or advice on the best way to combine 4 SMA antenna signals from (2 additional RX's not in slot), inputting into 2 MCX into the antenna aux in the SL2? Can this be done with a simple splitter or a cable made? Thanks Jon
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Hi all, Curious what are people's favorite stereo pair mic setups specifically for audience laughter tracks? I have a gig in a month for some comedy recording, and have Schoeps CMC MK4 in a pair as well as Oktava Cardioids in a pair at my disposal. Also have miniCMITs and MKH50s in pairs but my brain went caridoid for this use. ORTF? X/Y? What's the best for laughter? I thought a pair at the front of the stage and then one around the middle or rear would be good locations for my mics. Thanks for any tips Jon
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Curious if anyone has feedback on my current display issue on a 411. The text shows up glitchy, or incorrect. it started happening after an accidental power unplug. Its somewhat okay on the main home screen for tx/ rx signals etc, but menu diving becomes difficult as words are not easily legible.
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Wow! This looks pretty impressive. Anyone got their hands on one yet? RØDE ANNOUNCES THE WIRELESS PRO THE MOST POWERFUL WIRELESS MICROPHONE EVER SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Tuesday, August 22, 2023 RØDE has today announced a groundbreaking new wireless microphone system for filmmakers and content creators, the Wireless PRO. Fresh off the back of releasing the Wireless ME, the perfect grab-and-go mic for creators, RØDE has now unleashed the most powerful compact wireless system ever with the Wireless PRO. Boa…
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I just received a call from a client that this happened although we used a slate so we were covered. They were kind enough to let me know. I went thru months of files and found only one other time this happened. The other time was not the first file but the 6th file recorded that day. Anyone else run into this and know what might have caused it? I feel like operator error for my instance is key as I am working on tracing my steps seeing if I can duplicate it. Both MARF and Wav mirror versions show zero start time on these particular files.
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Hi folks, am relatively new to location sound recording and in the process of building up my sound package. Has anyone used the Relacart PM320R-E? I believe they are compatible with my Sennheiser G3 (UK Band E 862-865). Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Billy
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Hello, I wanted to change the direct outs on my cooper 106 as to prefader because I want to use my direct out as Isos on my 788 and the, either L,R, or any other Mix Out as a Monomix and put it on ch 1 on the 788t. Supposedly on the cooper manual the changing of pins only affects the direct outs, but when I did it, it puts everything as prefader, wether the direct outs or the mix outs as well, any of the users remembers if this is correct? Or it might be something else failing or some hack I should know and don’t know… Thanks in advance! Axel.
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I've been using a rode boompole pro for a couple of years now, and it's been fine for the low-no budget student short films I've been working on, but now I'm getting boom-op gigs and I don't think it'll really cut it anymore. Ideally, I'm looking for something that's internally cabled (coiled) with a side exit xlr, and not 6 sections. Considering the rode pole reaches 10' max, would it make sense to invest in a longer pole to start, then upgrade from the rode one to a nicer short pole down the line? Or would it be better to shoot down the middle for a 4m pole? Budget isn't too much of a factor, I want to get something that will last. I've heard go…
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Hi, I invested in the SD888 earlier this year and so far loving it. I'm getting more aquianted with Dante and considering how I might use for future applications to expand my system that require more than 8 inputs. The obvious route for expansion to me is the SL-2, and while thats the most streamline / compact / film applicable solution, I am curious about other devices that might buy me the extra channels and also give me more versatility (aka more universal mic/line inputs), while also saving me a bit of $$. So far some of the most interesting options are: RDL SF-XMN4 - 4 mic/line inputs, 48v ph, compact. For $750ish it seems like th…
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hey now, i'm looking for the best matching product number (was leaning towards rycote windjammer, but open to suggestions for anything that fits over the bd5 snugly/functionally). ideally i'd snag a couple of the w20 r1's, but am on a tight budget for the next few months. do not have a need for a blimp, as these will be run with various coincident pairings of various schoeps caps. bonus points for something besides the standard grey/black/beige (flair works fine for this situation/application also somewhat crunched on time for special ordering purposes, so more bonus points if someone has a pair to part with or…
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Thought I'd share my build out progress for my standing cart with you guys! Please excuse the cabling not being fully finished but it's a work in progress.
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My new MKH8040 (serial no.: 1142022778) has a problem with movements. Even with small movements or position changes, it produces occasional clunking noises. Not too loud but clearly audible in the headphones only. I have sent it to Sennheiser Germany 2 times as a warranty claim and both times it was returned without repair saying "unit within specification". - I suspect they did not open it and they did not contact me before returning it. As owner of several other MKH series microphones (MKH8050, MKH8060, MKH50) I know that the microphones are sensitive to wind and handling noise, but mechanically they are very solid. Does anyone know the problem or has anyone expe…
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About a year ago I landed my first indie feature and picked up the short and long Deity shotguns based on the 416 capsule. The long shotgun functions just like I remember the 416T and the short shotgun is very versatile. However I came across some issues in my application of the short shotgun (RFI and handling) and am looking for a new primary indoor and interview mic. Looking at what I need it seems as though the MKH-50 is the obvious choice but I wanted to run it by you guys to see if there is anything else you would recommend. I don't have access to any rentals, dealers or distributors in my state, so testing mics side by side is not an option. I hoping you…
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Hello! I just got my Deity SPD1. When powering it with my 65W Magsafe-USB-C it shows it's only getting 9V, which is not enough for my DADM226. I don't know why it is like that, because the Magsafe is supposed to deliver also 12V or more. Which USB-C power supply do you recommend / use with the Deity? And: Is there a way to set USB-C to first priority power? When I attach USB-C and a smart battery simultaniously it first drains the battery and then switches to USB-C. But what I'd like to do on my cart is using USB-C for wall power but having a battery as a backup if wall power is gone. I can't find any settings on the SPD-1 …
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Hi ! I'm currently upgrading my kit for the upcoming shoot and I have a question about the frequency band for my IEMs and scratch audio. I'll have 8 A10 tx in the band 470 - 558 and 2 TX RX sennheizer G3 kit in the band 516 - 558 I'd like to use the G3s with some IEM G4 for the director, script, boom ops and scratch audio I think I could use the A10s between 470 and 510 and the G3s around 554 558 almost everyone in my region (europe) uses 800 band for their IEMs and I easily understand that it gives more room for TX frequencies and it would prevent interferences with the A10 RX when I am in a bag setup Bu…
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Does anybody have definitive knowledge of what became of ZHD48? Zaxcom stopped supporting it with the MRX214/414, and, although it is in the manual for the TRX745 (and TRXLA), it's not actually possible to select it with any of the current-firmware transmitters that I own. What happened? Is ZHD96 a better compromise? Did ZHD48 not live up to its promise? I have no immediate need for stacking frequencies so closely, but I was curious about the claimed superior performance with indoor reflections.
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SKB Roto-Molded 16U 20" Deep Shockmount Rack Case Good condition with front and back lids $300
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Hello - I'm struggling with a minor issue. Setup is DSR4 into a SL2/888 Transmitter is single block 19 UH400 Latest FW on DSR4 and 888. receiver mode is NA HYB When I select a freq in the block 19 range using the 888 menus, it prompts me to select between 470 and 19. Even if I select 19, it immediately reverts to 470, and therefore won't work with my block 19 tx. However, if I manually select the frequency on the face of the DSR4, the DSR4 screen menu gives me a 470/19 toggle option...I choose the 19 option and it all works. It even show blocks 19 on the 888/SL2 receiver menu. But if I make any frequency adjustment n…
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A shooter friend of mine just bought himself a brace of Diety TC1s. His cameras are FX9 and A7 types, and he's been having pretty good luck with them on long-roll multicam shoots. The specs are impressive and the price is pretty darn low. Anyone adopted these? At $200 a pop or $550 for a 3-pack is there any point in getting into these re: rentals, since I'd guess serious shooters will just buy their own?
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Hey all. First time poster, long time reader! I've always used FB channels for communication but figured I'd get on here finally. For my first post I wanted to ask if anyone had keen opinions if you were starting over with new wireless what would you get? (but still using SD 8 series mixers) I wish to have digital RF, AES output, and remote control on the tx. Since I am an SD user, this leaves Shure or SD. Zaxcom clearly answers my needs but sticking with SD for now. 888 user. So, that begs the question, with the new SD tx out, I am super curious about performance and sound quality between these two systems. I suppose we have to wait for feedback …
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I’m curious what users of the Sound Devices Nexus “Plan B” is when there’s an issue that cannot be resolved in the field and the unit needs to be sent in for repair? That’s up to 16 channels out of commission! Do you have another Nexus waiting in the wings? Or 8 A20 RX’s standing by?….I feel this “too many eggs in one basket” (literally all of the eggs) scenario is a bit of a concern for the remote field work that many of us get into. I work in A LOT of locations with out cellular service and shipping a replacement product can takes days. These shoots aren’t always long but a lot is at stake. I bring this up because after using Lec…
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This is not a comprehensive scientific test, just a fun experiment I did with my new Shure wireless kits to show their excellent reception. It's not a real world test, but impressive nonetheless. My setup was just a Lectro ALP620 and an SNA600a directly to the SMa connectors on the ADX5D. The receiver antennas were attached to my sound bag, not elevated or anything. ADX1M was set to 20mw output, the ADX1 was set to 40mw. This photo/video was the distance I got before the ADX1M started to drop out, the ADX1 was still holding no problem at about half strength. IMG_1566.MOV Edit: I'm not sure why the video…
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It is a shame when our people take advantage of us!
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