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I would imagine that this would be mostly the Mississippi River valley north to the Gulf of Mexico. How far on each side of the river this event will extend I do not know at this time, but checking with local state Ag extension service would be one place to start. https://dnyuz.com/2024/01/19/the-world-hasnt-seen-cicadas-like-this-since-1803/ If there was a good plan for deterrence beyond the clapping of dolly wedges that would help a number of us out in these locations.
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nice to hear (and see) a single mic on music
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Seems there will be a respite until 2031 in Region 1 at least (Europe, Africa, Middle East and others). The 470 - 694 MHz retains broadcast as a primary user, keeps PMSE (program making and special events, wireless microphones and similar applications in regulatory-speak) as secondary, and while some countries might authorize some mobile activity it would be on a secondary basis if at all. One of the key points of the opinions supporting broadcast and PMSE was regulatory stability, and it seems the next review is scheduled for 2031. So, some peace of mind for now I guess. EBU seems to be happy. https://tech.ebu.ch/news/2023/12/ebu-…
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The Strike Is Over! SAG-AFTRA & Studios Reach Deal On New Three-Year Contract
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I just heard from Philippe at Cinela that he is not able to make it to NAB this year but has graciously donated a Pianissimo windscreen for the RAMPS/JWSOUND Party Tuesday night. We will miss Philippe but will be quite pleased if I win a beautiful Cinela Pianissimo!
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Working on a set of tools: Tool to merge BWF files into one long poly or mono file. Tool to log mute moments Tool to extremely fast offload Zaxcom MARF cards (Copy only the 'new' data, instead of the full card.) the Merge tool does something like 'autosequence', but with patch. The mute tool is a simple util that works with the merge tool, it will mute specific moments of specific tracks in the timeline I could use some input on how to improve it. Background: Client is shooting real life soap (or alike) with a gazillion of Zaxcom transmitters that also record. They want to use the data from the transmitter rather than the wirel…
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Tried to do a live recording with nagra yesterday, and waking up with soreness all over the body
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The story is that I carried my nagra iv-stc, microphones and cables, walked for a mile, and then used it to record a chamber piece with me (viola) and pianist and soprano (it took place in the atrium of the school and you could hear people walking around). The machine is so heavy, and the cargo bag, is not ergonomic at all. It resulted that when I arrived the place, I was really tired, and I had a very hard time to finish the performance. Luckily enough, the machine works well. And a short sound example, only got gain on volume: 001.wav
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A few hours ago, Radius Windshields sent out an email and put up a Facebook post saying...well take a look at the FB post (the email is longer, but covers the same core material: (more rambling by me below the screenshot) Simon didn't name the company, but a quick WHOIS search shows that radiuswindshields.it appears to be registered by Videndum (formerly known as Vitec), the company that bought Rycote a few years ago. IIRC, they bought Rycote from Simon (and partners, I presume). btw- I don't know Simon. It looks like at least some of those domains don't currently redirect to any other website; perhaps that's a change made …
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https://finance.yahoo.com/news/tiny-japanese-factory-handcrafting-11-220000809.html Interesting story…. hmmm, I thought Sony was supposed to be one of those “evil corporations”.
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I'm not sure if Gordon spends any time on JWSOUND but I wanted to re-post his formal announcement here for our members. Congratulations Gordon! "Well, it's official now! September 8th will be my last day at Lectrosonics. I started this adventure in late October 1988 - I was employee #32. And it really has been an adventure. Thanks to all of the friends I have made in the industry along the way, I got to become part of a world that literally created new worlds in motion pictures, corporate AV, television production, installed sound and education. Lectrosonic's, all our customers, and dealers helped me see the world. And though all those tra…
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I posted this in General Discussion as well. Does anyone have experience with payment via Stripe? An old client hired me for a one-day shoot (completed last week), said they would pay me directly, and now want me to sign up with Stripe. Half way through the sign up they want my DOB, SSN, bank info, and then there's a contract or contract-like document talking of fees and charges. I've emailed Isaac at Crew Mama, asking about such charges. So far, no response.
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I just saw in a FB group that Eric passed away this morning. Such a loss. I learned a great deal from him and am sad for his passing. RIP.
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Now for a lampshade solo: how the Radiophonic Workshop built the future of sound They chased bees, raided junkyards and banged household objects. Now, half a century on, the Radiophonic Workshop are festival material. Meet the sound effect visionaries whose jobs came with a health warning Reunited … from left, Paddy Kingsland, Roger Limb, Dick Mills and Peter Howell at the Maida Vale studios. Photograph: Martin Godwin for the Guardian Pascal Wyse (The Guardian) Wed 18 Jul 2018 https://www.thegua…
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https://www.local695.com/unscriptedseminar/ Tomorrow, I will be a hosting a seminar for IATSE Local 695 (at Local 80 in Burbank, CA) on the differences between recording sound for unscripted productions vs scripted productions. This is a seminar that I have been teaching at Chapman University over the years, and has now been adapted for working professionals. The seminar is open to union and non-union sound professionals of all experience levels. Registration is required for attendance. Hope to see you there!
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https://www.soundonsound.com/techniques/classic-tracks-crosby-stills-nash-suite-judy-blue-eyes
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Someone stole my sound kit from my house last night. They got my mixer bag, wire bag, battery case, and stereo kit, plus a GoPro and a Kinoflo light fixture. If anyone sees a Zaxcom Nomad Kit with 2x SRc Lectro or a kitted out black Wandrd wirebag with 4x SMV / SQMV out there on the used market, please flag & Let me know! Stolen in Vancouver, but the used market is international. Nomad s/n: 10607 SRc s/n: 5462 & 5536 SMV s/n: 8267 & 8163 HMa s/n: 4224 SMQV s/n: 21179 &am…
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In May 2023, K-Tek and the LA Sound Mixers are bringing Ken Strain and his BoomRight Masterclass to Berlin and Rome. An RSVP links and full event details will be posted very soon. In the meantime, this is the intro of the original Boom Operators Masterclass taught by Ken Strain here in Los Angeles in 2017. Ken’s presentation would eventually evolve to become the BoomRight Masterclass and, with the help of Brenda Klemme and Tino Liberatore of K-Tek, it would play in New York, Munich, London, Chicago, Atlanta and many other cities around the world. We are looking forward to bringing this seminar along with a panel discussion on production sound to Berlin and Rome in May 202…
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https://www.lectrosonics.com/press-releases/introducing-lectrosonics-lunalink-tm-the-first-wireless-microphone-system-for-moon-based-audio-transmission.html D.
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Anyone see this new reality/competition show on Netflix? 1st episode they have 100 contestants in a room, everyone is miked up. I was wondering how they could coordinate so many frequencies and which wireless they were using. I also wondered how they were mixing, routing, and tracking everything and which lavs (the necklace mics) they were using. Then in the first competition, it's 50 people at a time, hanging from a grid. Then they each fall into a pool. The mic gets wet but again I was wondering which transmitters they were using and how they were protecting them. Anyone have any info about the sound team and how they did what they did? They also have dozens…
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Hurricane reporter defends use of condom on the air. My question is, “Why the reservoir?"
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SoundWalkers I'll be teaching a seminar for Local 480 members looking to get into the Sound Department Do you have suggestions for Apps that might be good to have for new Utilities? I have LectroRM, Wingman, FreqFinder
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Apologies if this thread has already been started. Re: The quite useful Sennheiser website (for those who may travel to an unfamiliar city on short notice) that allows one to type in a zip code and find out what television stations are on the air in that locality: [http://sennheiser.us/freqfinder/index2.html] Up until two or three days ago, the range of frequencies listed started at channel 14 and ended at channel 52. As of this morning, the upper limit displayed is channel 36. They say their website is linked directly to FCC, so this may be an FCC modification. Or, since manufacturers will be no longer man…
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I got a nice surprise with my spam this morning, an email from John Anderson letting me know that microphone-data.com has been resurrected and relaunched as Micpedia.com https://micpedia.com (Note I just typed that out - it's not working for me at least as a link, but should be easy enough for any of you to type/find) I haven't looked at it yet but the old mic-data was a very useful and much missed resource, particularly for comparing stuff at a glance (relative sensitivities between mics the like) and for vintage models. I hope this is as good, if not even better, and wish them the best of luck. Jez
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An interview w/ Tom Hidley who revolutionized audio control rooms with his Westlake Audio design, with the support of Record Plant founders Gary Kelgren and Chris Stone. A Westlake Audio room in LA would be synonymous with a Westlake room in London or Shanghai. A 2015 conversation between audio trailblazer Tom Hidley and Record Plant co-founder Chris Stone (moderated by Steve Harvey). Tom Hidley: You can’t really talk about Record Plant unless you talk about two main individuals. The first being Gary Kellgren, who was the visionary behind the package, and Chris Stone, who actually made it happen financially, following budget…
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