- 1. 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
- 2. 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
- 3. Boompoles
- (Category)
- Created on August 09, 2011
- 4. Equipment Advice: Selecting Boompoles & Shotgun Mics
- (Boompoles)
- ... aluminum. There are a lot of myths about the "advantages" of carbon poles, but metal has some distinct benefits. The biggest myth is about overall weight. In the olde days, boompoles were constructed (it ...
- Created on August 15, 2011
- 5. 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
- 6. 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
- 7. 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
- 8. 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
- 9. 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
- 10. 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
- 11. 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
- 12. 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
- 13. 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
- 14. 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
- 15. Boompole Apron
- (Accessories & More)
- ... boompoles, antennas, umbrellas, or other pole-type items. The apron features an inverted pocket that slips over the standard side upright of the cart, and is secured with snaps, a mid-strap, and lower ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 16. 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
- 17. 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
- 18. 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
- 19. 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
- 20. Introduction to Production Sound
- (Production Planning)
- ... good boompoles are expensive. Studio booms, such as the Fisher, are actually rather inexpensive to rent and should be seriously considered for many non-documentary productions. Their ability to telescope ...
- Created on August 29, 2011
- 21. 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
- 22. 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
- 23. Introduction to Windscreens
- (Windscreens & Shockmounts)
- ... as we all try to be, boompoles eventually have a habit of sliding down a wall and striking the floor. Without the padded protection of the foam windscreen, the poor mics could easily be damaged. Outdoors, ...
- Created on August 24, 2011
- 24. 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
- 25. 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
- 26. 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
- 27. 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