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We are working with a RED Monstro and a BlackMagic PCC, timecode is being jammed to both,. This is not to sync audio but to sync the two cameras together. Both have project/base frame rate of 23.976, and our shooting rate is 29.976, to give a slight gliding/slow mo feel. When sycning both via timecode in Resolve, the cams have been off everyday so far, sometimes by 6 frames, sometimes 2 seconds and it drifts throughout the day. I was wondering if we're doing there's anyway to get TC spot on for both or if it's impossible because of the off speed shooting rate, and therefore it will always be off regardless that both cams have the exact same setting…
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Hi everyone, sometimes I am working with five analog audio transmitters at the same time. Its important to use a frequency band or channel group with only few interference (for example 21, 22 or 23) Until now I could use the app freqscan, to find the best channel group to use for all my lav mics in any given location https://www.irt.de/de/themengebiete/funksysteme/drahtlose-produktionstechnik But now, this app isnt available anymore. Is there any other app to find the best channel group for any place?? Regards
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Hi y'all I'm planning some rather complicated vehicle SFX recording sessions and realized I'm going to need to use free running timecode on 4+ units. One of the issues I'm running into is I've never jammed an F8 via BNC to an MP6ii using HDMI mini. I'm not really sure what the workflow here is since I don't think you can get cabling that works this way. I'm not familiar enough with the timecode features, but I think you can have the MP6 follow an exteral timecode box via the TRS line in port of the recorder, but is it possible to jam the device that way? I don't want to go down the path of buying a lot of extra cables that I'm not sure will work or not, so any …
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Hi all, Since some (well, a lot) of you are responsible for Timecode: QT change has had a major update. It is no longer dependent on QuickTime being installed, and 64 bits (big sur / Catalina compatible.) And it now works also on Mp4 and BRAW files. Beside that, I've recently added an option to offload cards and set TC based on system time, but with a non-drop option. This was done per feature request from Top Gear USA. The logic behind it: They shoot 23,976, but have a couple of drones with no TC nor sound input. Thus the sound guy jams all cams, and the drones get their clocks set to the TC displayed at a given time. Example: Cams are jammed at…
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How many mixers actually try to mix their content? Over and over I have been told to just put the lavs on one track and the boom on the other. I would love to hear from those in Post Production too.
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Hi all, I'm just starting out in the filmmaking world, so please forgive my lack of knowledge. I have no-budget film I'd like to make, and I'll be doing everything myself. I can't seem to wrap my head around the audio side of basic 2-actor coverage. That is, filming the over the shoulder shots, and the medium shot. Could someone break this down for me as though they're explaining it to a child? If I have the camera set up for an over the shoulder shot, and I'm booming the actors, am I booming both actors as they each speak? Or just one actor, and then the other actor when I do the reverse shot? And then for the medium or other shots? And then how should I pie…
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Hello all. My friend and I are both lucky to study sound design at the Savannah College of Art and Design and we have access to a Fisher boom, apparently one of few out east. We've set up a time with our department to be able to practice this niche skill twice a week for 2.5 hours each day and are looking for suggestions on good exercises to help home technique! Any and all help is greatly appreciated!
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Hello, My ZaxConvert app stopped working. Running 10.13.6 (17G14042) High Sierra, Installed Lame 3.97 and Updated ZaxConvert v6.43 from 6.33. Recording on Nomad v8.01 When I extract the files It creates the folder but it does not extract the file. Any hints? Thanks
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I'm interested in upgrading to a dante system and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for certain dante workflows? How do you incorporate the system into your cart? Anyone using a remote setup running out to set? Pictures of setups maybe? Thanks so much!!! Steve
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For the ones that do / know about audio post: When I got back a mix from audio post (Few years ago, mixes came from ProTools), sound was always late by some 20 Msecs. Audio post told me this had to do with latency introduced due to processing. (I can remember from VERY long ago that a 'render' in PT was in fact a playback trough DSP's with simultaneous recording, can't imagine this is still the case...) But, fact is (well, was, question follows..) that sound was not proper in sync. (Don't bitch about 20 Msecs being no issue, that's not the point.) Question, is this still the case nowadays? Reason, I'm altering my LoudnessChange app. (It nowadays can do way m…
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A lot of you have this info from other sources but I found it interesting. https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/movies/hollywood-s-covid-pandemic-disruption-storyline-desperately-needs-rewrite-n1235823 Best Regards, Larry Fisher
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Hello, Working with media from some PDRs, inside the folder is the WAV file but also a number of other files named PDRSPACE. For offloading the media are these PDRSPACE files needed in addition to WAV file or are they just place holders (they take up 30 gigs of space)?
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Hi guys, Working playback for music video. Production is very slow with details but have told me they will be doing a slow motion shot. I've read through the forums and found this: Wanted to make sure I prep the files correctly: -singer is from Colombia (probably shooting 23.978) -I have 10 min of LTC and the music track panned L and R respectively -will make a new music track that is shortened by 50% (assuming they will shoot at 48fps) -will also make a new LTC track that is shortened by 50% It was mentioned that I should keep the pitch correct for both files, but unsure how or why to do this. Any help would be super appreciated.
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Hey all, Was just curious how everyone's workflow has been for this. Pretty much all the shoots I've been on recently have had client/agency on zoom, FaceTime, Skype, whatever. How are you guys feeding an audio signal to them? Trying to see if there is a better way than just sending an ifb signal out to the mic input of the laptop or phone they are using.
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Hi! I’m doing sound for a theatre performance and wanted to hear people’s thoughts on an RF plan for the event. I have a couple ideas but was curious to hear others out. Only 3 of the performers will be mic’d, moving all over the 46ft x 46ft space. Location is exterior in downtown Vancouver. Performance is 30 minutes and will be performed 3 times during the day, unfortunately there won’t be any rehearsals at this location. I run a RF Venue diversity fin, and part of me thinks that keeping it simple would be just raising the diversity fin high up to cover the entire performance area. But being that we’re in close proximity to our more congested RF envi…
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Excuse me if I seem to be reinventing the wheel but I'm really just trying to confirm (after some research) some ideas I have about using timecode in a two camera shoot. It's for a longish-term gig that a few friends and I have been talking about that may, or may not, actually occur. Call it a labor of love. We have: 1) A timecode enabled recorder (okay, okay, it's a Zoom F6 but it's affordable and I own it.) 2) Two timecode enabled cameras, one a Canon C300 and one a Sony FS7. My idea is to have one Denecke JB-1 that I would just leave on, to act as a master clock, since I think that all of the other stuff's timecode clocks either stop or…
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I've been asked very last minute (day before the shoot, which is tomorrow) if i was available to run playback for a music video shoot which involves a motion control system. From what i understand they would like a file that can be used for playback and also give TC reference as to what part of the song is playing to the motion control system. So if we start playback at 01:00:32:19 for example, the motion control system will know what to do. If I recorded the music file onto my SD702T, could that be used as playback? Will it send the TC from the file being played back? I know using a daw would be prefered. Having just been asked today could this be a viable solution?
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Hello, Embarking on a new movie, which will at times choose to shoot "HFR" (48 for 24) for a specific look. The DP doesn't want to involve post yet in the discussion (if ever). We agree no to change my frame rate, so he can go in and our of it without thinking too much about it. He is wondering what, if any, is the standard. 47.952fps or 48fps. Shooting Alexa. Robert
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Hi guys, A soundguy doing sports with lots of small recorders asked me to promote files from small, non-tc capable recorders to BWF. So, I've made him something that does this, and also can include a custom offset. So, you can set the actual TC 'somewhere' in one of the files (it has a player build in), and all the files will get the 'correct' timestamp based on a bit of math on their file creation time. (Of course this is only second accurate for the other files, as the creation time is not more accurate than that.) Now my questions: -What more should I add to make it practical for daily use? (metadata / sound report or is this overkill?) -Since ther…
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Hi, A low-budget doc I have been working on is going to try remote audio-only interviews. I've been tasked with suggesting some workflow solutions. I did check the site but didn't see anything; if I missed it I'd be glad to be pointed in the proper direction. I am currently thinking along two approaches. 1. Via the Internet - Basic guidelines provided to each interviewee to minimize "noise" in their environment. - Headphones that could be mailed to each interviewee, connected to their phone in order to hear the director's questions - A USB mic mailed to each interviewee that could be connected with some ease to their…
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Hi folks, I'm new to the forum and hope I'm right here with my question: I'm a documentary filmmaker/director who is doing more and more his own sound. I've experiences with a 788T and a 633 and was using the sound report feature. But while shooting I always wanted to add a marker to the exact TC in that moment, so that I'm able to review this marker later – after a long shooting day with long takes – and add notes to all the markers. This notes would be very helpful for postproduction. I guess I'm not using the full potential of todays mixers/recorders. But maybe some of you guys are owning mixers/recorders and have experiences with more detailed metadata in a doc/…
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A Sound Design Mix Pre 3II can record 32 bit float files. I use Logic Pro X for my sound editing and, as I understand things, it converts 32 bit float files to 24 bit while ingesting them. If that is the case, is there any point in recording the original audio file as 32 bit float? Thanks in advance for any information.
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I need to create a thump track. A daw with an internal metronome would be best. Most have internal click track generators but they are pitched too high to be a good thump. I have tried cutting low freq tones and cutting a pasting them into a timeline but that is not the most efficient way to do it. I tried this method with audacity but strange annoying clicking artifacts were revealed. ideas? john.
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I am working on my first film. I have 1 scene with 23 people speaking at one time.....I am new to this. My thought was lav everyone and chase with a boom which puts me at 24 total....I have a 664 so I know I have 12 channels there but what's the best way to handle this? Do I need a second recorder 664 or 688 or scorpio? Or, should I get a sound devices 970 and record them all to something like that?
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