VASI

Hi Philip & David,

Both camera & UltraSYNC is up to date.

We have changed the output routine from LTC to SYNC, post says it's 1-2 frames off now.

I am done. Hahaha

The drift even when we have UltraSYNC ONE plugged (and not touching) to BMP. Post is complain a lot, but nothing we can do further. We have tried every possible tweaks. Grrr

Something that puzzle me, we are using 3 UltraSYNC ONE (two for camera, one for Mix-Pre 10 II) and post says it's 4 frames off. Everything set at 25 FPS. Can someone tell producers, not using those cameras for "real jobs"? I hate them (lol).

Hi Elias,

Θα επικοινωνήσω μαζί σου σύντομα.

Sorry guys for the greek. hehe

On 7/21/2020 at 7:22 PM, Ken Goodwin said:

Hello Folks, This is my first post on JW Sound.

 

Not using brand names, what essential equipment do you feel a beginner location sound person needs to own or rent for most jobs that pop up last minute?

 

-How many channels does your mixer/recorder need to accept most jobs?

-How many channels of wireless?

-How many shotgun mics or indoor mics do you keep on hand?

-How long is your first boom-pole? Do you start with two? Do you also keep stands?

-Timecode, Slates, IFB, Camera Hops, ENG Breakaway cables?

 

I know that many folks started with just a boom plugged into a handheld recorder and can rent additional gear when necessary, but it seems expectations have risen.

 

By my calculations, even a kit with 2-channels of UHF wireless and two wired mics can cost around $10K. A kit with 4-channels of UHF wireless, IFB, and camera hops can quickly reach $25K. Depending on the kit and your hustle, you could theoretically make up the purchase cost within a year. 

 

-So my last two questions are, how many of you feel it is necessary to take out a small loan to start in the business and is it worth it just to apply to those last minute jobs that require a "standard" inventory package?

 

Thanks,

~Ken

Hi Ken,

1. When I was started, four channels was ok. Eight channels was expensive thing. Now, eight channels is something pretty standard for recorder.

2. Four wireless is ok, if you want more you can rent.

3. Mostly two shotguns. That's a big discussion which brand (lol).

4. I am using Ambient QS boompole, 5.2m, but I am doing mostly scripted work.

5. Timecode, IFB, camera hop is necessary.

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It's not a good idea to start with a loan, especially that time. You buy only when you needed something or when you have the money in your pocket - playing safe business risk here. I know, US market is different from mine, but others can guide you better from me for that market.

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If you want to discuss further which type of brands, please let me know.

Thanks,
V

My question: SFX capturing has to be done during filming?

50mW here, Greece. Very rare to go 100mW, but sometimes is necessary.

That little kid, is amazing!

Amazing pre-amps!

If I had to upgrade something, that will be for better wireless system.

633 is fine recorder and easy to use.

Do you need more than six channels in your workflow?

On 5/30/2020 at 10:57 PM, Shastapete said:

You must be the only person to buy the RX200 slot receiver

If I had to invest in Camera Link that will be:

- SRX220
- TRX743

Not sure why Zaxcom has decided to discontinued SRX220, but it is a cool piece of hardware.

ΒΟΟΜ

15 hours ago, tourtelot said:

That is one of the coolest things I have ever seen.

 

D.

Indeed.

I have read on ASC Magazine - March Issue that NAB will be in April 23-24 (don't remember exactly).

RIP

Hi,

+1 for above comments

PS. If you don't have money to buy better microphone or acoustical treatments, then fill the room with staff, especially blankents etc. This will destroy early reflections, don't wait to be like pro studio. Search on Google (or your preferred search enginee) about pro voice over people how they make her/his own way.

🙂

The bag itself from ORCA is very heavy.

ORCA must think about to make ones with less weight.

7 hours ago, Gongyao Wang said:

Thanks for sharing, is there any release date and price?

You mean M2D2?

https://www.gothamsound.com/product/sx-m2d2-stereo-preamplifier

I have started courses at Code Academy.

On 1/21/2020 at 2:13 AM, TVPostSound said:

Why Shotgun for audience?

 

Line Audio CM4 Cardioids around $120.00 each

https://www.nohypeaudio.com/lineaudioproducts.htm

http://www.lineaudio.se

 

LOVED on Gearslutz

 

 

EDIT:

Theyre Swedish, like you!!!

 

+1 for Line Audio

OMG This is art!!! LMAO

RIP

4ch SRD Receiver 

I miss Senator here.

Amazeballs! 

1 hour ago, Johnny Karlsson said:

Personally, I think it's madness to cancel everything everywhere.

I even had a client cancel a 3 day shoot next week due to "travel concerns".

 

To put things in perspective:

 

Car Accident Statistics – Highlights

- Over 40,000 fatal car accidents per year in the U.S.

- Each day, more than 90 Americans die in car accidents.

- On average, 2 million drivers experience a permanent injury every year.

- Almost 8,000 people are killed in traffic accidents involving drivers aged 16-20.

- The most common causes of death on the road are drunk driving (40%), speeding (30%), and irresponsible driving (33%).

 

Common Flu:

CDC estimates that influenza has resulted in between 9 million – 45 million illnesses, between 140,000 – 810,000 hospitalizations and between 12,000 – 61,000 deaths annually since 2010

 

Alcohol:

An estimated 88,000 people (approximately 62,000 men and 26,000 women5) die from alcohol-related causes annually, making alcohol the third leading preventable cause of death in the United States. The first is tobacco, and the second is poor diet and physical inactivity.

 

Coronavirus:

Total cases in the USA (as of March 7, 2020): 335

- total deaths: 17

 

Perhaps people who have existing health problems could be recommended to not go to SXSW, NAB etc. instead of cancelling the whole thing....?

We don't have a death from Coronavirus here (Greece), yet; but one production has been cancelled a feature film. This is madness.