- 1. AT897 or AT8035 shotgun mic?
- (General Questions)
- ... much as 20% outside. We are going to use it on a boompole so the shorter length of the 897 doesn't really matter as far as keeping it out of the frame. They are both similarly priced, and it looks like ...
- Created on August 30, 2011
- 2. For week ending Dec 11, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... the package at Acme Rents. When the equipment was set up at the soundstage 30 minutes prior to shooting, Sharon discovered that the shockmount would not tighten down on the boompole. Alex, the Utility ...
- Created on December 04, 2020
- 3. For week ending May 14, 2021
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... prior to shooting, Sharon discovered that the shockmount would not tighten down on the boompole. Alex, the Utility Sound Tech, discovered that the output cable for the mixing panel was a LEMO connector ...
- Created on May 10, 2021
- 4. Re: Basic Sound Cart recommendations
- (General Questions)
- ... the Audio Technica BP4073, AT4071, and BP4051; but the Sennheiser MKH60, 70, and 40 also do the trick (albeit a lot more expensive). Add a couple of K-Tek boompoles (at least one 12 footer); a duplex ...
- Created on August 23, 2012
- 5. Wireless Booms?
- (General Questions)
- ... the pole to the Denecke, in order to provide 48vPhantom mic powering. So what you have, in summary, is the shotgun and boompole cable going to the Denecke power supply. The output of the Denecke power ...
- Created on October 03, 2011
- 6. Working in the rain
- (Tips & Tricks)
- Professor, Any tips on sound when it's raining outside? Sunday it's supposed to rain. For rain, try to work under some cover, such as an EZ Up, or some tarps draped across C-stands. Make sure that your ...
- Created on September 06, 2011
- 7. Sound Q BBQ
- (Category)
- Sound Q is the name of our competition and "backyard" BBQ cooking team. Although not directly tied in to sound recording, we are the only registered team with a (K-tek) boompole and (Audio Technica) shotgun ...
- Created on September 30, 2018
- 8. Boompoles
- (Category)
- Created on August 09, 2011
- 9. Boompole Apron
- (Accessories & More)
- Boompole Apron for Rock N Roller MultiCart Manufactured by KarauProducts Designed specifically as an accessory for the Rock N Roller R12, R10 and R8 series; and features 4 pockets to hold up to 4 ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 10. Using a Microphone Boompole
- (Boompoles)
- ... be many shots where miking from below is the simplest solution. Tips on using your boompole Amount of Extension How long a boompole you will need really depends on the type of production you will ...
- Created on August 25, 2011
- 11. Equipment Advice: Selecting Boompoles & Shotgun Mics
- (Boompoles)
- Why use a boom? Because of all of the techniques available to us, the simple boompole with shotgun mic allows us to get the most professional audio with the least amount of fuss. Let's briefly look at ...
- Created on August 15, 2011
- 12. We don’t do this as a hobby!
- (For Students)
- ... rate. Figure a state-of-the-art multi-track timecode recorder, companion mixing board (fader controller), four to eight premium quality radio mics, a few condenser shotgun mics, boompoles, cables, and ...
- Created on January 28, 2021
- 13. Basic sound package for student productions
- (Production Planning)
- ... or rough terrain. A top shelf or hutch for radio mics. Hooks for cables. Someplace to secure boompoles. Booms At least one or two decent boompoles, not less than 12 feet extended and internally wired. ...
- Created on March 22, 2019
- 14. From our FilmTVsound pitmasters
- (Sound Q BBQ)
- ... only BBQ team that features a boompole and shotgun mic in their logo! To be honest, it will be many months before we are ready to compete on our own. Not only is there so much to learn and practice in ...
- Created on September 30, 2018
- 15. Link to the 695 Quarterly
- (Networking)
- ... "bust" the shot and digitally remove boompoles and microphones from the frame. This technique is currently used on wide, static shots -- where the need is the greatest, while the technical difficulty of ...
- Created on September 01, 2015
- 16. Dumb Idea of the Week
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... your sound kit and then having to pass through airport security. Microphones, boompoles, and electronic devices are enough to cause slight panics and jittery bag searches. But add some DEFINITE "rifle cartridges" ...
- Created on August 27, 2015
- 17. Fred Ginsburg back from NAB 2015
- (Workshops)
- ... And yes, all of these mics were real and fully functional! Shotguns were mounted on K-Tek boompoles. Rycote wind protection was on display. Recorders included a TASCAM HS-P82 multi-track and their new ...
- Created on April 19, 2015
- 18. Fred Ginsburg at NAB 2015
- (Workshops)
- ... fancy. Of course, we can also play with any of the inventory in the official display area. Shotguns will be mounted on K-Tek boompoles. Rycote wind protection will be on display. Recorders include a ...
- Created on April 01, 2015
- 19. Advice for new Sound Mixers
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... recordist; not as a Mixer. They will expect you to run around with a recorder and a bunch of wireless mics strapped to your chest, while you precariously balance a boompole with a shotgun mic with one ...
- Created on March 09, 2015
- 20. Painter Pole Audio Adapter
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... thread to a 5/8-27 normal mic stand thread. You can order the PPA-02* (paint pole adapter) with a set of two adapters to convert the 5/8-27 to 3/8-16 (normal boompole thread) or to 1/4-20 (consumer ...
- Created on September 15, 2014
- 21. Improve Audio for Video: Keep Mics Off of Camera
- (Shotgun)
- ... the sides of the set (towards the actor). But if you mount the microphone horizontally (atop the lens) as opposed to vertically (suspended from a boompole) — the background noise behind the actor tends ...
- Created on August 25, 2014
- 22. Professionalizing My Soundcart
- (Articles)
- ... I store my boompoles at the steering end, and cables at the far end. I also added a bunch of eye hooks under the main shelf so that I could snap on some hook & loop cable straps, because you can never ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 23. Rock N Roller Multi-media Production Cart
- (Other Accessories)
- ... to slip over the upright handles of the R12: with pocket sleeves to accommodate 4 boompoles, antennas, or similar pole equipment. Price is only $59.95 Karau also plans to offer a full skirt that backs ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 24. About the RnR Multi-Cart
- (Articles)
- ... to slip over the upright handles of the R12: with pocket sleeves to accommodate 4 boompoles, antennas, or similar pole equipment. Price is only $59.95 Karau also plans to offer a full skirt that backs ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 25. Multi-Cart Hacks
- (Accessories & More)
- ... Karau Products in Pasadena CA manufactures a canvas Boom Apron specifically designed to slip over the upright handles of the R12: with pocket sleeves to accommodate 4 boompoles, antennas, or similar ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 26. Rock N Roller Multi-Media Production Cart
- (Products)
- Perfect for Sound or Video Production Affordable: List price only $419. model R12RT-RSHM2 Portable: Lightweight and folds compact for easy transit. Holds up to 500 lbs. Package consists of the ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 27. Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video
- (Shotgun)
- ... 48v capsule system (cardioid head). Very mellow, smooth response literally reduces audible echo. Very low handling noise; great to use on a boompole. Built-in low cut filter. Ideal for tight 2-shots. Moderate ...
- Created on May 22, 2013
- 28. Rock N Roller Multi-Media Cart
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... the cart handles. On the other handle, I had a vendor make me a canvas apron with large tubular pockets for holding boompoles & antennas. Rock N Roller is currently negotiating with that same vendor ...
- Created on April 25, 2012
- 29. Rock N Roller Multi-Media Cart
- (Other Accessories)
- ... down from a seat headrest. It now hangs off of one of the cart handles. On the other handle, I had a vendor make me a canvas apron with large tubular pockets for holding boompoles & antennas. Rock N ...
- Created on April 25, 2012
- 30. Duplex Boom Cables
- (Cables & Connections)
- ... connector, where you would plug in the mic cable from the boompole. The box would also have a 1/4-inch jack, for connection to headphones. Some boxes even offer a volume control for the headphones! Duplex ...
- Created on April 06, 2012
- 31. Soundcarts
- (Other Accessories)
- ... mics, and lavs. Extra mic cables. Maybe an external antenna for the radio mics. Boompole holder on side of cart. Duplex cable. Comtek transmitter system for sending audio feed out on set to Director, Script, ...
- Created on March 01, 2012
- 32. Student Projects
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... as a furry outer cover for a zeppelin, but no zeppelin. A transmitter, but no receivers. Boompoles, but no shockmounts. No mention of long XLR cables for running mics, or for connecting to video cameras. ...
- Created on December 15, 2011
- 33. CSUN Films FBI psa'
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... a Mackie 1402 (6x2) mixing panel, duplex cable, boompole, MKH40 condenser mic, ME66 electret condenser mic, soundcart, cables, and so on. The first set-up was pretty simple, as far as audio was concerned. ...
- Created on November 01, 2011
- 34. Introduction to Production Sound
- (Production Planning)
- ... can be expected to successfully achieve: 1) ambience; and 2) talking head. Imagine the soundperson stuggling to hold a boompole with two hands, while controlling the mic gain (volume) with one hand, ...
- Created on August 29, 2011
- 35. Set Design for Dialogue Recording
- (Production Planning)
- ... where the wall and floor meet. Any shadows cast by the actors heads or the boompoles will not show up on the background wall. Use a separate "background light" to illuminate the wall, maybe even adding ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 36. Audio for Mini Input
- (Cables & Connections)
- ... longer than what it takes to reach the camera mounted shotgun mic or just the wrist strap (if you are using audio from a mixer or boompole). Make sure that the XLR input of the adapter cable is secure, ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 37. Introduction to Shockmounts
- (Windscreens & Shockmounts)
- ... on standard boompoles. A removable adapter is supplied by the manufacturer for use with common mic stands and goosenecks, which have a larger 5/8-27 thread. The AT8415 is definitely a "best buy" considering ...
- Created on August 25, 2011
- 38. E-Z Boom used on CSUN Film Shoot
- (Boompoles)
- Holding a long boompole fully extended for a long period of time requires a lot of strength and endurance. Although it may not be a problem for the experienced and well conditioned Hollywood professional, ...
- Created on August 25, 2011
- 39. Introduction to Windscreens
- (Windscreens & Shockmounts)
- ... (see left). Even indoors, the mic can encounter moving air (wind) that would cause breakup. Air from heating/cooling systems, open passageways, and especially from being swung on the boompole are all indoor ...
- Created on August 24, 2011
- 40. Using a Mixing Panel for Location Dialogue
- (Mix Panels)
- ... mic on a boompole. That makes the sound from your boom the basic tone of the dialog. That tone should be clear and natural. Almost no EQ, except for some bass roll-off during exteriors. In some scenes, ...
- Created on August 22, 2011
- 41. [VIDEO] Mic Basics Series
- (General)
- ... Then we swtich to an Audio Technica AT897 short shotgun, mounted ENG style atop the camera. Finally, we move to the same AT897 microphone, but on a boompole above Fred’s head. [video missing] View ...
- Created on August 21, 2011
- 42. Class Projects
- (CTVA 358)
- ... shotgun, wide shotgun. Dynamic handheld mic for ???? Shockmounts, foam windscreens. Zeppelin for the long shotgun (exteriors) Boompole Duplex cable for boom operator. Note where and how duplex ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 43. Production Sound Class Projects
- (Sample Projects)
- ... shotgun, wide shotgun. Dynamic handheld mic for ???? Shockmounts, foam windscreens. Zeppelin for the long shotgun (exteriors) Boompole Duplex cable for boom operator. Note where and how duplex ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 44. Production Sound Reading List
- (College Classes)
- ... Understanding Microphones Shotgun Mic Selection and Use Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video Microphone Application Guide Microphone Powering Using a Mic Boompole Selecting Boompoles ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 45. Reading List
- (CTVA 358)
- ... Microphone Powering Using a Mic Boompole Selecting Boompoles & Shotgun Mics Introduction to Shockmounts Introduction to Windscreens Lavalier Mic Selection and Use Introduction to Wireless ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 46. Audio Fundamentals Reading List
- (CTVA 230)
- ... Powering Using a Mic Boompole Selecting Boompoles & Shotgun Mics Introduction to Shockmounts Introduction to Windscreens Lavalier Mic Selection and Use Introduction to Wireless Mics Rigging ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 47. Reading List
- (Education)
- ... Microphone Powering Using a Mic Boompole Selecting Boompoles & Shotgun Mics Introduction to Shockmounts Introduction to Windscreens Lavalier Mic Selection and Use Introduction to Wireless ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 48. Introduction to Wireless Microphones
- (Wireless)
- ... is replacing. Virtually ANY mic, including boompole mounted shotguns, can be used with a wireless system providing that you have the appropriate adapter cable or connector. Another concept that is important ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 49. Chapter 7: Defining Equipment Packages
- (Series - Preparing for Your Shoot)
- ... mics. A short boompole with a condenser shotgun mic (short or long shotgun). A two or four track digital recorder, with timecode. And a nifty chest harness to carry it all in. Maybe even another wireless ...
- Created on August 16, 2011
- 50. Rock N Roller Mult-Cart: Boom Apron Accessory Flyer (brochure, shows list price and space for your dealer imprint)
- (Phoca Download / Boom Apron Accessory Flyer (brochure, shows list price and space for your dealer imprint))
- Boom Apron Accessory Flyer (brochure, shows list price and space for your dealer imprint)
- Created on September 16, 2013
- 51. Rock N Roller Mult-Cart: Boom Apron Dealer Sheet (shows list price, with mfr and Mfr Rep contact information)
- (Phoca Download / Boom Apron Dealer Sheet (shows list price, with mfr and Mfr Rep contact information))
- Boom Apron Dealer Sheet (shows list price, with mfr and Mfr Rep contact information)
- Created on September 16, 2013