Bruce was a fan of Stellavox for doc work. I worked for John Glascock doing tape to film transfers and listened to hours of Bruce's recordings. He was a master.
You must always have a backup of everything.
They will always wait for a PA to make a run to get a new camera body, but heaven forbid that production has to wait on sound.
I was told the reason Schoeps crackle when humid is the lacquer that is the insulation on the wires in the capsule develop hairline cracks and enough moisture can cause a short.
The original Location Sound Services was owned by John Glascock. When John closed up shop, Dick Sr. asked if he could use the name. The rest is history.
I use BST25 in 216 MHz with phase right antenna.
Excellent range.
Granted, sound isn't great, but good enough.
Client and agency are not worthy of IFB's, considering the way they treat them.
Cheers!