Sound

Juicedlink BMC388

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sun, 10 Nov 2013 05:30:28 +0000

BMC388 is made mostly for Black Magic cameras. Difference with previous models is that it has balanced outputs.

Otherwise it is same 3 XLR inputs, support for phantom power, not really good (as it is few only) leds used for levels.

And quite big $429 price (something about $300-350 margin here I guess).

http://juicedlink.com/collections/preamp-selection

AKG C747 Shotgun Condenser Microphone works fine directly plugged into the GH3

gameb — Thu, 07 Nov 2013 03:18:53 +0000

Just tried it out quickly and I get a really good level on the GH3. Very happy about that. I will post a test in the following days. Check my other topic out for setup and connection: http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/4450/akg-c747-premium-quality-mini-shotgun-on-gh2-audio-test#Item_26

What shotgun microphones are being used directly plugged into the GH3?

gameb — Mon, 28 Oct 2013 05:03:57 +0000

I just got my GH3 and am very disappointed that I cannot use the AT875R on it, because it gives a mic level which is too low. What shotgun microphone are being used directly plugged into this camera beside the standard ones like sennheiser mke 400, Rode Video mic, Panasonic DMW-MS2E etc.? (Couldn't find a topic about it, if it is already discussed somewhere else, feel free to cancel topic)

Zoom H6 vs Juicedlink?

acuriousman — Fri, 01 Nov 2013 08:34:44 +0000

Hello everybody.

I'm looking for record some great audio with my XLR mic and I was wondering which of these two would be better?

The Zoom H6 or something like a Juicelink or Beachtek?

Thank you for reading. :)

Sony PCM-D100 recorder

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 10:46:49 +0000

Records PCM, DSD, MP3 Formats
Up to 192kHz/24-Bit PCM, 2.8224MHz DSD
32GB Internal Memory & SD-XC Card Slot
Stereo Mics with Multiple Positions
Separate 2-channel record level adjustments
Works on four AA alkaline batteries, up to 25 hours
Aluminum Construction
32-Bit D/A Converters
Includes Remote, Furry Windscreen
Includes Batteries & Carry Case
Includes Sound Forge Studio LE Software

Available at:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1008089-REG/sony_pcm_d100_portable_stereo_field.html

Audio-technica new on camera mikes

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 19 Oct 2013 12:52:05 +0000

AT9945CM - stereo mike

AT9946CM - shotgun + stereo mike

AT9947CM - just shotgun

Via: http://www.audio-technica.co.jp/release/release_detail.php?releaseId=63

DR100mk2 vs RM222 etc.

wgtwo — Thu, 19 Sep 2013 02:17:40 +0000

Looking into upgrading my audio kit to accompany my GH3, and have a couple of questions that Google can't really help me with.

How favourably does the sound quality (namely noise floor) on the DR100mk2 compare to the RM222 and other DSLR preamps? I know the JuicedLink guy did a video on this, but I don't really trust that - the presentation was horribly preachy and it really did feel like he was trying to sell his product more than anything else.

How viable is the use of the DR100 as a preamp/mixer via the use of its 3.5mm line out port? This is, of course, not the only thing I am buying it for; it's just that it seems a lot more flexible than the single purpose RM222.

Any other suggestions are also, of course, welcome. Thanks!

High quality affordable audio... computer audio interface.

danyyyel — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:36:01 +0000

I have been turning left and right and every direction possible for a high quality but affordable solution. My problem is the Sound-devices PIX220, which I think is for now the ultimate recorder. A hdmi prores/dnxhd video and audio recorder/monitor combo. If you sum up each and every component of this device it is incredible value even for $ 1600. Unfortunately it is still not available and no test reviews to see if it will hold it sound-devices pedigree. With some experience you learn to buy at a certain quality level, so as not to buy again and again.

So back to your subject. Looking around I can't find any quality audio recorder below $ 500. I have seen the hype on the zoom H4n and Tascam dr100 but only from non sound guys. Any people with some sound experience will tell you about the low quality preamps, adequate for music but bad for dialogues. Now if you open your eyes toward the music/sound recording field, there is the computer audio interface world where you can get some very good hardware for around $ 200. You have for example the Mackie Onyx Blackjack. For $ 149 you have two super quality preamps. You just need to type Mackie Blackjack reviews on google to get the universal praise of the quality of this little device.

http://www.gearwire.com/mackie-blackjack-proreview.html
http://www.harmonycentral.com/docs/DOC-1621
http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/dec10/articles/mackie-onyx-blackjack.htm
http://www.musicradar.com/gear/all/computers-software/peripherals/input-devices/audio-interfaces/onyx-blackjack-289526/review
http://www.proaudiostar.com/in-dev-review-mackie-blackjack-interface

Now you will have to couple it with a laptop and not a run and gun solution. But for $ 149 at this quality level, it make you really think for the kind of shooter than I am, that is more planned and narrative work. It don't know if anyone has any experience or thoughts on the subject to share if it is a good solution or not. In a ideal world Mackie would take this device, add a screen, battery and SD recorder and sell it for $ 400.

Sony Radio Mic - UTX-B1 replacement antenna

tubefingers — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 07:13:16 +0000

Hi,

got an older set of wireless mics, the antenna on the transmitter has come loose and now I've lost it, can anyone suggest a cheap fix for the antenna? it looked like it was just fine copper filaments within a rubber tube, after it had come loose, as long as it was fixed into the rubber holder on the mic body it worked ok,

Cheers

Ultradisk lavalier microphone

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 03:40:56 +0000

Price: about $13-14

Specifications:

Comes with 1m or 3m cables
3.5mm male connector
Unidirectional
Diameter: Φ6.5*5.0 mm
Sensitivity:-47dB±2dB
Frequency Range: 20-20KHz
Output Impedance: ≤680Ω
SNR >58dB

http://www.ebay.com/itm/UltraDisk-4016Pro-1-3-metre-3-5mm-Unidirectional-Lavalier-Interview-Microphone-/330651746768

Also good, sturdy mike for very affordable price.

Portable FM transmitter as wireless mike

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 17:29:29 +0000

Price: below $60 shipped

Ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-mini-CZH-T200-portable-0-1-200mw-FM-Transmitter-radio-braodcast-Stereo-Mono-/320928340823

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LCD-0-2Watt-Portable-FM-Transmitter-Stereo-Power-Adjustable-Broadcast-87-108MHz-/250999200442

Zoom H1 vs Rode Videomic

sprinke — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:59:33 +0000

I'm just learning about this stuff, so be gentle with me, please.

Thinking about improving audio with my GH2. Originally I thought that for low-budget, okay, cheap (just a hobby for me), that the Rode Videomic would be a nice option.

Then I start reading here about audio recorders, and take a look at the Zoom H1. Seems pretty neat, and cheaper than the Videomic!

Now I wonder, why would anyone choose the Videomic over the H1, for a budget option? If I understand things correctly, the H1 offers more capability. You could mount it on the camera and run line-in to camera AND have headphone monitoring (with a splitter), or you could take it off the camera altogether for interviews, or attach a separate mic to it like a lav mic. Am I correct? Am I missing something?

Stereo lavalier mikes

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sun, 04 Aug 2013 02:46:47 +0000

Cheaper option.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/CARDIOID-STEREO-TIE-CLIP-LAPEL-ELECTRET-MICROPHONE-MIC-/280556007445

Sony one

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SONY-ELECTRET-CONDENSER-STEREO-MICROPHONE-LAPEL-CLIP-and-STAND-NEW-FREE-US-SHIP-/271184742203

Audio Technica

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Audio-Technica-Stereo-Lavalier-Microphone-Ideal-for-recording-on-digital-media-/261237287511?pt=US_Pro_Audio_Microphones&hash=item3cd2f4aa57

A source for cheap test charts

csync — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:09:50 +0000

Has anyone purchased from digitalimageflow on ebay? I was thinking of purchasing this color chart/grey card. I know that quality matters a fair amount for these charts, but the feedback left for them sounds positive, though who knows what kind of people are leaving it. If anyone has a good source for cheap color charts or white/grey cards, I'd appreciate it as I'm looking to buy a few this week (shooting without them is a pain, especially for color correction).

Tascam DR-680 is the Busman Audio Mod worth it?

Azo — Sat, 10 Aug 2013 03:51:03 +0000

I intend to purchase the Tascam DR680. I wanted to know if anybody has any experience with the Busman Audio modification. If so please elaborate on your experience with the mod and if you feel that it is worth the expense or not.

@DrDave I would really be interested in your input so please chime in.

JuicedLink BMC366

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Thu, 01 Aug 2013 14:45:30 +0000

External mic on GH3

HillTop1 — Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:23:03 +0000

I was looking to buy the AT875R mic to use on my GH3 for an up coming project but @idealist and @aashkar77 are both reporting that the audio levels with the AT875R connected on the GH3 are low even with GH3 audio level set to max to the point that it's unusable. Has anyone else experience this with other mics or is it just with the AT875R? If you're using a similar mic on a GH3, can you share your experiences?

Small chinese shotgun

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 01:28:26 +0000

http://dx.com/p/kingma-directional-stereo-microphone-for-3-5mm-mic-jack-dv-camera-dslr-black-2-x-sr626sw-168206

Price: $105 shipped

Fostex DC-R302 remote triggering GH2

Quandoquidem — Mon, 22 Jul 2013 15:31:16 +0000

Can anyone who owns or has used this unit confirm whether it is able to remote trigger recording on the GH2? this feature is designed so that when you press record on the Fostex, recording is automatically triggered on the camera. This happens one of two ways;

via an infra-red trigger, which currently i beleive only works with the 5dmk ii, or
through a wire from the Fostex to the remote port on the camera.

K-tek Nautilus

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Thu, 18 Jul 2013 16:16:32 +0000

The Nautilus has successfully achieved three dimensional isolation due to the fact that the microphone is suspended in the center of the mounting ring, allowing it to move in any direction no matter which way the microphone is oriented. This is critical when using microphones like the Schoeps modular series of microphones with a GVC swivel.

Since The Nautilus is so simple in its design, that means parts are easily replaceable. All the parts are made from extremely tough, high quality, proprietary materials. But, should something break or fail it is easy to replace any of the parts quickly and cheaply.

Via: http://www.ktekbooms.com/the-nautilus/

2.5mm Angled Stereo Plug DIY for the GH2

gameb — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:48:47 +0000

I could never find a 2.5mm angled stereo plug. The only other alternative to the regular straight plug which stick out of the camera and could potentially snap while inside the camera, is the 3.5/2.5 angled adapter. I found these adapters to be quite dangerous because they sometimes can loose contact and therefore are not very reliable. So I assembled my own version which works perfectly.

These two plugs are quiet standard i've seen them in shops and on ebay, easy to find and cheap. Make sure that the "golden" plug fits strongly into the GH2 plug to make a reliable contact.

Take the interior part of the golden plug and the exterior part of the silver plug, bend the interior of the golden plug or just cut it off so it fits the the shape of the silver plug.

Fit the golden interior part into the exterior silver part of the plug, so that the little "minidisc" (red arrow) of the golden plug is outside, if not it doesn't make contact. Sorry - I just realized that the exterior angled silver plug has a plastic inside whith which you fix the cable. I forgot to put it into the photo. But obviously that helps a lot the stability of the plug.

Done!

AKG C 417 L excellent lavalier/clip mic works perfectly powered directly by the GH2

gameb — Fri, 28 Jun 2013 18:59:43 +0000

If you cut off the mini xlr and change the plug connections the same way described in this topic: http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/4450/akg-c747-premium-quality-mini-shotgun-on-gh2-audio-test#Item_26 this clip mic works directly plugged into the GH2 or any other digital recorder, which has a minimum power on the mic input, no need for further power supply. I am a big fan of AKG, you find them often times for really cheap on ebay etc. I use it normally with the Olympus LS10 for interviews etc and sync it in post, now bothering wireless required.

2.5mm to 3.5mm audio adapter

peaceonearth — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 06:47:53 +0000

Sorry if it's already a topic. I used two differend 2,5 to 3,5mm adapters for a mic but with both I loose connection from time to time. Is there a solid solution for this wiggle? Thanks!

Different sound recorders performance

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:09:25 +0000

Via: http://www.avisoft.com/recordertests.htm

Via: http://www.avisoft.com/tutorial_field_recording.htm

Small high quality audio recorder

ade4all — Fri, 31 May 2013 10:24:34 +0000

Hi - am looking for a smallish audio recorder to use as a bit bucket using line in from SD mix pre-d. I would also like to use it connected to my Rode lav mic, sometimes as a poor mans radio mic ( i know I wont be able to monitor sound this way but when I'm filming on my own this can be really handy) I've been using Zoom h1 for this - have been reasonably happy with the results connected to the mix pre-d using its version of 'line' in - but using the zoom and rode lav has given me quite noisey hissy audio.

Is there a decent recorder out there that can handle true line in from the mix pre and has a low enough noise floor to create hiss free recordings when tethered to the Rode lav and can easily fit into someones pocket?

The Sony PCM-M10 has fairly good reviews and is my top choice at the moment, just wondered if there was something same size or possibly slightly smaller that has similar audio quality ? it would need to be a decent step up in quality from the Zoom h1

Any help would be gratefully received.....

HTDZ, EM320E, and other cheap microphones

tcarretti — Fri, 25 May 2012 00:03:07 +0000

After seeing a link to this mic here on the forum, I decided to order it to give it a try. I was very pleased with the performance considering how inexpensive it was.

Can't remember who posted the link, but regardless... Thanks!

Tony

Sony ECM-AW3 as one of cheapest wireless options

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:28:49 +0000

Works with any camera. with 3.5mm mic jack
2-way communications between user and subject
Uses AAA batteries

If you like to use your own electret mikes (leaving receiver on belt) it requires some soldering.

Price from $141. Especially check Amazon used one.

Available at:

Low frequency sound recording (on set)?

Psyco — Fri, 03 May 2013 08:47:59 +0000

Hi, I have a question for our sound-guys ;-)

I have 2 MXL FR-300 mics and a Marantz PMD 661 recorder, which is a nice combo for general audio recording (voice, sound on set, ambient,..). But the MXL mics have a frequency spectrum of only 50Hz-18kHz and there is some sound below 50 Hz. Especially the things you "feel" in a cinema are in the 20-30 Hz range.

How is that part recorded or is it all done in post? And would you recommend an additional mic like http://www.mxlmics.com/microphones/live/Cube for on set recording?

Shotgun Microphone + Recorder combo

Hakosuka — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 19:56:51 +0000

Can anyone recommened a good microphone and recorder combination for picking up dialogue both in and out doors. My budget is around £300 and I don't mind syncing sound separately in post. I've been looking at the NTG2 + Zoom/Tascam products but I see there's a lot of issues with pre-amps. I want a shotgun mic as I can just mount it on top of the camera and have the recorder attach to the shoulder rig or in my pocket. I should note I'm not very knowledgeable when it comes to sound, I've made the mistake of diving straight in and buying a Zoom H1 after reading the hype and not doing my own proper research. This time around I want to do it properly. I'm happy with the NTG2 but I'm having a hard time trying to find a field recorder to go with it that won't cause me any issues.

Thanks for any help

diy phantom48v powered by jahmannnn t4cprod

jahmannnn — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:55:18 +0000

Hello, I find a way to connect an external sound card pre mk2 avid mobile, thanks to a female connect on a nokia phone battery (3.7V) USB cable, you can also take a 4.5v battery or several batteries 1.5v or 1.2v rechargeable connect to a uSB port for the black female body and the red +5 v everything, it's easy

4 batteries 1.2v or 4.8v should be the best solution, I took what I had on hand is just to try, this is not the final cut. it is a lower cost solution that works very well, and although cheaper than a mixer, to make its "mobile first" first truly mobile thanks card has a battery via the USB socket.

I did not even try to connect the mobile pre mk2 on my gh2, because I do not know exactly the reliability and sensitivity of the input level jack2.5mm. But the microphone prodipe st1 out very well in the headphone sound card and line output

This system must work with other external sound card usb