http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Community Forums » Tag: microphones - Recent Posts en Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:50:09 +0000 http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lavalier-microphones#post-73197 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:44:58 +0000 Shaun 73197@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>i'm in the same boat as OP.. I can get a Samson UHF Series 1 and a MR7 for about $100 anyone familiar with these?  Are they good?  Any other current models that folks suggest for 2 affordable lav-capable mics?</p> <p> </p> <p>Roblewis56, you're link didn't go through.. at least I didn't see it.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lavalier-microphones#post-72891 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:13:34 +0000 EarlC 72891@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I totally agree with Roblewis56, use mine ($34.95) all the time, and I also have the option to use handheld which in your case might not detract from the neighborhood interviews segment of your project. I do have a UHF wireless system by Sony (UWP V6, about $900) built like a tank and very, VERY dependable. But that's not where you have to go for decent narrative audio.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lavalier-microphones#post-72886 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:10:47 +0000 roblewis56 72886@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You are recording voice, not music, so you don't need the wide frequency response you would need for music. So I suggest a RadioShack Tie-Clip Microphone. Should be about $30. with 4ft cord. You can get a 16ft extension. I use this mic for doing voice over.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lavalier-microphones#post-72873 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 20:07:00 +0000 DNSVideo 72873@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>A lavaliere Mic system is pricey, two of them very pricey.  One way to lessen the cost is by visiting your local Music Store.  The folks that sell Drum Kits, Guitars and many other Musical Instruments are audio experts.  They can help you and odds on they will have a rental system you could take advantage of.  Spending $1400 on 2 wireless sets is big for 3 shooting days, where 25 dollars a day time two setsis about $600.  Do it on a weekend, they might charge you only for one day, out Saturday Morning, back Monday Morning.  See if they have used equipment for sale, they may surprise you.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-handheld-wireless-microphone#post-72060 Thu, 03 Nov 2011 07:07:33 +0000 Kenkyusha 72060@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>&nbsp;Welcome!&nbsp; In the low-cost arena there are a number of choices from Zoom (the H1, H2 and H2n) and from Tascam (DR 05, DR 07 mkII, DR 08, etc.) all of which&nbsp;should be under a hundred quid.</p> <p>As for syncing, it isn't too difficult, but there is dedicated software (Pluraleyes) that will do it for you.&nbsp; HTH.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-handheld-wireless-microphone#post-72054 Thu, 03 Nov 2011 04:39:04 +0000 Joe Elvin 72054@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hello!</p> <p>I'm on the lookout for a handheld wireless microphone to improve the audio of my videos. My camera has no jack for a wired microphone, neither do any of the cameras in my price range in the UK. </p> <p>Two questions;</p> <p>* Could anyone recommend a wireless microhone which plugs into a computer?</p> <p>* Is it feasible to try and sync this audio with video using video editing software&gt;</p> <p>Many thanks from Joe a new member :)</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lavalier-microphones#post-70037 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 07:10:24 +0000 gldnears 70037@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>BOB FLEISHMAN sez:</p> <p>" I am beginning my first documentary about the life and times in my old neighborhood, and I would like to interview some of the people that I grew up with.  </p> <p>Of course, I could use the built-in microphone on my camcorder, but I would like to use a lavalier microphone as I believe I would get a better audio result. "</p> <p>No doubt you would! Have you paid attention to the miniature lavalier mics worn by all on-camera newsfolk? Really, that's just about all you need to know . . . unless you ARE planning on purchasing a wireless system as Pseudosafari assumes. Hard-wired lavs are, as one might suspect, significantly cheaper than a wireless, and could possibly work out well for you . . . unless you're planning on some medium-distance or full-figure shots while the subject is walking around.</p> <p>If you are planning on future productions, then you should plan on buying the very best you can afford so that you won't have to upgrade any time soon. A good hard-wired lav can be found for around $ 100; a good wireless system can be found for $ 400 to $ 700. </p> <p>As a videographer, you'll most likely be looking at new camera gear in the future, and that's where you should spend your money.</p> <p>Rick Crampton</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lavalier-microphones#post-69354 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 17:20:59 +0000 pseudosafari 69354@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> this forum is a great resource to start with.  search past entries on here, too.  read and compare catalog descriptions and specs on sites like B&amp;H Video (and even call them, they're pretty good) and then search for reviews on Youtube.  that's what i did before buying and i am generally happy with how it worked out.</p> <p>for lavs, VHF is cheaper than UHF but since it offers fewer channels you sometimes get more interference.  i have a vhf set from azden though and it works fine for me.  you can use different mics, too, not just a lav (I plug a boom into it sometimes and a regular looking mic for those man on the street interviews and it works just fine).  i'm rural, so not much interference.  if you're in a city, UHF might be more important.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lavalier-microphones#post-69353 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 16:34:27 +0000 rfleishman 69353@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I am beginning my first documentary about the life and times in my old neighborhood, and I would like to interview some of the people that I grew up with.  </p> <p>Of course, I could use the built-in microphone on my camcorder, but I would like to use a lavalier microphone as I believe I would get a better audio result.</p> <p>However, I know practically nothing about how to use them (even the most basic knowledge of how they work). Is there a resource that I can find out about this, even at the most basic level? </p> <p>Once I have this information, I would also like to know what kind to get (Price is definitely a factor).</p> <p>Any help would be greatly appreciated.</p> <p>Thanks.</p> <p>BOB FLEISHMAN</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/accurately-adjusting-microphones#post-66638 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 16:01:19 +0000 Julie Babcock 66638@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi Paul, </p> <p>I can't say I'm too familiar with the G3 model, but we frequently use the G2 model in our video production. If you press the "set" button on the receiver it will give you several options. Arrow up or down until you find "bank" press "set" again to select a bank. </p> <p>Then arrow down until you find "scan", press "set" to select the option, and the receiver will start scanning for an open frequency. Once it finds an open frequency it will stop (if there are multiple frequencies available it will give you a choice). Select the frequency you desire. Then, just be sure to adjust your transmitter to same settings and you should be set to go. </p> <p>The other adjustment you'll want to make is to the mic sensitivity. Ours is set to -30, but that's not going to be the case for all mics and scenarios.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/accurately-adjusting-microphones#post-66615 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 19:02:58 +0000 Paul Gilmore 66615@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'm new to this forum so I'm not sure if this is the correct place to post this, however I couldn't find another place so I apologize if this isnt the correct place.</p> <p> I just upgraded to the Sennheiser G3 wireless microphones, and I'm really needing help as to accurately adjusting the settings.  If anyone has experience I'd appreciate any help you can give me.</p> <p>Thanks!</p> <p>Paul</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/advice-sought-microphones-for-kodak-zi8-camera-the-itouch#post-64826 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 20:15:01 +0000 XTR-91 64826@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p><a href="http://webdesign2.flvs.net/edwardst/proj1/articles/add_mic_everio_blg.html">http://webdesign2.flvs.net/edwardst/proj1/articles/add_mic_everio_blg.html</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/advice-sought-microphones-for-kodak-zi8-camera-the-itouch#post-64823 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 18:02:30 +0000 Don 64823@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>this is the sony av cable before modifying it:</p> <p><img height="400" width="400" src="http://www.consolemate.com.au/images/35mm_3rca_1.jpg" /></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/advice-sought-microphones-for-kodak-zi8-camera-the-itouch#post-64819 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 16:18:48 +0000 Don 64819@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>blue fire itouch ap and radio shack lapel mic are a decent combination... for individuals, rode video mic possible will test the combination and get back to you.</p> <p>you need to start with an older sony camcorder audio/video plug (or iphone mic/headphones jack) and cut it and solder a mono jack into the video wire (mic) and solder a stereo jack into the red and white audio wires. plug that into the itouch, and plug the rode mic into the video jack, and plug head phones into the audio jack. you can now monitor and record off the itouch using the blue fire ap.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/advice-sought-microphones-for-kodak-zi8-camera-the-itouch#post-64818 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 16:16:31 +0000 Anonymous 64818@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello,</p> <p>Any recommendations for clip on mics, attached mics,<br /> or wireless mics to enable the recording of at least 3 people for the Kodak Zi8<br /> camera &amp; the iTouch?</p> <p><a href="http://store.kodak.com/store/ekconsus/en_US/pd/Zi8_Pocket_Video_Camera__Black/baseProductID.156585800/productID.156585900" rel="nofollow">http://store.kodak.com/store/ekconsus/en_US/pd/Zi8_Pocket_Video_Camera__Black/baseProductID.156585800/productID.156585900</a></p> <p><a href="http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_ipod/family/ipod_touch?afid=p219" rel="nofollow">http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_ipod/family/ipod_touch?afid=p219</a>|GOUS&amp;cid=OAS-US-KWG-iPodBrandTerms-US</p> <p> </p> <p> Thanks, </p> <p> -Jeff</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/audio-set-up-help-what-mics-mackie-mixer#post-62088 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:27:48 +0000 EarlC 62088@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Less is more for run-and-gun event video productions, especially weddings. Doing audio feeds, running cable and communicating between units is a LOT of labor for a field where B&amp;Gs seem to want MORE for less every minute they shop around. Newmovies is ON IT with the "less to lug around" approach.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/audio-set-up-help-what-mics-mackie-mixer#post-62083 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 14:48:08 +0000 newmovies 62083@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have two GL2s that I use in weddings to supplement my XL2. For the GLs I use a BeachTek adapter which accepts XLR connections. The Beachtek connects to the tripod mount on the bottom of the cam and the tripod plate connects to the bottom of the Beachtek. I use Azden shotgun mics mounted on the cams wired to the Beachtek. It makes for a compact setup, lightweight and very mobile with very good sound. You can use two mics on each cam with this setup. Also, using the beachtek lets me wire one cam to the house mixer for direct line input which gives a little better control over audio.</p> <p>I used the setup like you described at one time, but found the Beachtek solution from bhphotovideo.com a better solution for me. Like I said, less stuff to lug around and actually a little better quality. As a side note, using a small analog mixer seemed to give a little more of the analog hiss to the higher frequencies of the audio than I liked. I don't seem to have that using the Beachtek.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/audio-set-up-help-what-mics-mackie-mixer#post-62079 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 05:27:57 +0000 videotaico 62079@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Any ideas, thoughts, help would be gratefully accepted. I am bringing in the Canon GL2 as a new addition to my work. I have some basic Shure mics and a Mackie 402VLZ3 small mixer. My objective is to be able to travel with my equipment, show up at a location and be up and running to film and audio record. I think the Mackie mixer I have will work but I am asking if there are any mics (small) but that offer good audio recording quality.</p> <p>Perhaps there are some of you out there who have a good menu of equipment you use that gives you high quality audio reproduction and can be carried around easily. Example: My GL2 in one shoulder and another carry bag for the rest of the equipment. </p> <p>I welcome emails also at: <a href="mailto:tai@taicoproductions.com">tai@taicoproductions.com</a></p> <p>Thank you very much</p> <p>Tai Aguirre</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-microphones-on-one-camera#post-57394 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:59:03 +0000 hmueller 57394@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> You can use an XLR-BP adapter from Studio 1, which allows you to connect any combination of two microphones (xlr, mini jack, powered or unpowered) to any camcorder with a standard 1/8" mic input jack <a href="http://www.studio1productions.com/xlr-bp.htm">http://www.studio1productions.com/xlr-bp.htm</a></p> <p>Alternatively you can use the Azden CAM-3 three mic mixer. They cost about $45 from Amazon</p> <p>Heidi</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-microphones-on-one-camera#post-57392 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:41:58 +0000 XTR-91 57392@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Here's the model of a cheap mic mixer that I've recently purchased for basic audio mixing and level control. Mostly metal construction. Seem to be very rugged and reliable for the value.</p> <p><a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&amp;item=180488847428&amp;rvr_id=&amp;crlp=1_263602_263622&amp;UA=WXI7&amp;GUID=c4e1acb71270a0e204e0b010ff793556&amp;itemid=180488847428&amp;ff4=263602_263622">http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&amp;item=180488847428&amp;rvr_id=&amp;crlp=1_263602_263622&amp;UA=WXI7&amp;GUID=c4e1acb71270a0e204e0b010ff793556&amp;itemid=180488847428&amp;ff4=263602_263622</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-microphones-on-one-camera#post-57158 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 15:04:56 +0000 leo153 57158@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>If you don't want to go with a mixer, I recommend the Canon DM100 microphone. It is made for the Canon hot shoe which powers the mic. It has terrific sound and works fine when there is a 2nd mic plugged into the camera. This clip was recorded with the DM100 from the crappy upper deck seats. I control the record volume manually so there is little distortion. </p> <p><a href="http://www.vimeo.com/8257526" rel="nofollow">http://www.vimeo.com/8257526</a></p> <p>More info and reviews here:</p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Canon-2591B002-Directional-Microphone-Camcorders/product-reviews/B0012ILNK0/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&amp;showViewpoints=1" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Canon-2591B002-Directional-Microphone-Camcorders/product-reviews/B0012ILNK0/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&amp;showViewpoints=1</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-microphones-on-one-camera#post-57083 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 16:27:55 +0000 marty 57083@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I agree with Road Runner. SignVideo makes great mixing units and because your Camcorder</p> <p>only has the mini stereo mic input, you would then have the luxury of having XLR mic connections</p> <p>and audio level controls. Try a monopod too</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-microphones-on-one-camera#post-57079 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 15:14:18 +0000 Road Runner 57079@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Here is a moderately priced way:</p> <p><a href="http://www.signvideo.com/xlr-pro_xlr_adapter-audio-mixer.htm#xlr_back">http://www.signvideo.com/xlr-pro_xlr_adapter-audio-mixer.htm#xlr_back</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-microphones-on-one-camera#post-57067 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 07:40:32 +0000 Kriller 57067@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thanks. So how would I control the volume of both with the extra mic jac on the reciever?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-microphones-on-one-camera#post-57063 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 05:43:50 +0000 Don 57063@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>three ways... some lav mics have an extra mic jac on thier recievers.</p> <p> </p> <p>some mic adaptors (ie beachtek) have multiple mic adaptors...</p> <p> </p> <p>you could try headphone splitters, but an external mixing board would give seperate volume controls</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-microphones-on-one-camera#post-57058 Sat, 03 Apr 2010 20:12:17 +0000 Martinpd34 57058@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>i heva the same question please if there any that can help me with that i realy apreciated it</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-microphones-on-one-camera#post-57057 Sat, 03 Apr 2010 20:08:13 +0000 Kriller 57057@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hey, I was wondering how you would put a shotgun mic and a lavaliere mic on one camera. I have Canon Vixia HF S10 and plan on using a Audio Technica at897 and I'm not sure about the wireless lav mic yet.</p> <p>Help would be appreciated</p> <p> </p> <p>Thanks</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hand-held-microphones-question-looking-for-help#post-56803 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 15:29:46 +0000 robGRAUERT 56803@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I feel Shure and Sennheiser make good mics. </p> <p>Are you looking for a wired mic or a wireless mic? Wireless will be significantly more expensive if you hope to record good quality.</p> <p>One think you want to look at when looking at mics is the signal to noise ratio. 64dB is fair, 74db is quite good, and 84dB or more is outstanding.</p> <p> </p> <p><em>"Also, where can I go to order a branded slip on for the mic?"</em></p> <p>You mean a mic flag? I believe those can be found at B&amp;H. In fact, B&amp;H is a great place to buy all your stuff.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hand-held-microphones-question-looking-for-help#post-56802 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 15:14:41 +0000 smp 56802@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello, </p> <p>I am not sure I am posting at the right location, but I just joined Videomaker today with the hope that I will be able to get some assistance with a few questions I have about shooting on camera interviews.</p> <p>My first question is what brand and type of hand held microphone do you recommend the most, for in front of camera interviews. I am talking about something like the interviews for instance done at the red carpet events, like from E online for example: <a href="http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/redcarpet/2010_oscars/index.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/redcarpet/2010_oscars/index.html</a></p> <p>Do you know what ,mics they use, what brand, price range etc, or what else might do the job and look and sound similar?</p> <p>Also, where can I go to order a branded slip on for the mic?</p> <p>I have more questions about type of camera etc. But these two are my most burning questions at the moment. I hope I can get some assistance here. I highly appreciate it in advance.</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/rode-videomic#post-54469 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:13:21 +0000 RogerIngles 54469@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Yep it's a great mic. I bought mine on ebay for $120 and am really impressed with it and it's a good price too. I've been using it for about a week now and can't really think of anything bad to say about it.</p>