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Ron, There are dedicated sound-board/software combinations that many pros use, on of the most popular is made by a company called digi-designs. However, previously here on this forum, some folks have said that a product called SAW, which works with a variety of consumer level sound cards does a good…
#Audio Results Digital?
Message #5435
I am putting together a system to capture/edit/output to S-VHS tape. I have heard that if you input CD quality sound, you can output near CD quality? How is most voice recorded and edited (digitally). I have played with wav files and they seem easy enough to edit but, what…
UVW-100 Camc. (Beta SP)
Message #5433
Does anyone have experience with this camcorder? How does the recorded image compare with, say, the EVW-300 (Hi8) and Sony's high-end betacam SP line (BTW)? Many thanks.
Chris: > It's not broken. I have two of them, and they behave the same way. Again, they work perfectly when using mini-plugs designed for mic use (attached to mics). The problem is one of connector standards.< Guess you'll just have to get shielded cables that use miniplugs, then… Hope…
"There is a company Carlson-Strand that makes a mounted adapter for the VX3 allowing use of 2 XLR mics" Carlson-Strand does not make this adapter. I would love to have one too for my VX3 but will have to custom make one. I like the idea of mounting the adapter…
"Sounds to me like it's time to take your camcorder in and get that mic jack fixed! Hopefully, your camcorder's still under warranty, so you can demand they repair it…" It's not broken. I have two of them, and they behave the same way. Again, they work perfectly when using…
There is a company Carlson-Strand that makes a mounted adapter for the VX3 allowing use of 2 XLR mics. The adapter is mounted to the bottom of the unit so the unbalanced cable is short compaired to the longer balanced low impedance cable from the mics. I don't know if…
Chris: > Nope.. the 'static' is definately due to the physical connection inside the mic jack. I've tried mics with 1/4" plugs adapted to mini-size, and also line-level signals with an attenuating adaptor: these should have no impedence problems with the mic jack (and there are none… it sounds perfectly…
"Oh, and BTW–make sure your audio extension cable isn't draped over any electrical outlets or looped in odd ways…otherwise, it's acting as an antenna for whatever electromagnetic signals are in the air (which could ALSO be causing your static)." Nope.. the 'static' is definately due to the physical connection inside…
Paul: >Regarding the auctual camcorder audio jack, I plugged a lav with a mini pin directly into the camera and it worked great. Once I used any type of cord to extend, either the mike didn't work, or I got static again. Is there any way to make this work…
Chris: > I've run into the same problems with my TR-700's mic jacks. They work great with mic that already have mini plugs (i.e. these plugs were intended for mic use), but it seems like anything I try to plug in that has been adapted using a standard mono-mini connector…
> I've run into the same problems with my TR-700's mic jacks. They work great with mic that already have mini plugs (i.e. these plugs were intended for mic use), but it seems like anything I try to plug in that has been adapted using a standard mono-mini connector gives…
Tim, I've considered a wireless lav, but first I'd like to see if I can solve my problem with what I already have (and hopefully save some money). Regarding the auctual camcorder audio jack, I plugged a lav with a mini pin directly into the camera and it worked great.…
Tim & Paul, I've run into the same problems with my TR-700's mic jacks. They work great with mic that already have mini plugs (i.e. these plugs were intended for mic use), but it seems like anything I try to plug in that has been adapted using a standard mono-mini…
You may have a problem with an unbalanced output from the XLR to miniplug connector. You should make sure that you have an impedance matching transfer built into the XLR connector and that everthing is grounded correctly.
Paul: >I recently purchased a Sony TR-400, Hi8 camcorder,and I'm having trouble getting an external mike into it. The built in mike is fine for nat sound recording, but I'd like to use an external lav to mike for interviews (I want to shoot news-style documentaries). All of the mikes…
#Audio into Camcorder?
Message #5150
I recently purchased a Sony TR-400, Hi8 camcorder,and I'm having trouble getting an external mike into it. The built in mike is fine for nat sound recording, but I'd like to use an external lav to mike for interviews (I want to shoot news-style documentaries). All of the mikes I…
Zeddock: >No prob! Your probably right. However; if he had to ask, he is probably not a pro and is looking for discussion based on a amature reference.< Yup, but it's like Jerry Lee Lewis said about coondogs, "Get 'em young and bring 'em up right" … Or something like…
Most right! I have had no trouble with the Azden – Two unit wireless. But I work in the hills where little interference is typical. If you are in the city don't do the *inexpensive* Azdens. Zeddock Miller
No prob! Your probably right. However; if he had to ask, he is probably not a pro and is looking for discussion based on a amature reference. Zeddock Miller
Zeddock: >>Why an external? Do you need a wireless? That would be understandable, but the A1 IMHO has excellent audio.
Zeddock: >Why an external? Do you need a wireless? That would be understandable, but the A1 IMHO has excellent audio.< Well, for a built-in mike it does, but you still get major room tone over a distance of more than a few feet. If David wants a lav, he probably…
Why an external? Do you need a wireless? That would be understandable, but the A1 IMHO has excellent audio. Zeddock Miller
David: >The least expensive thing I've seen along these lines is the Azden WLX-PRO lavalier mic system, in the B&H catalog for $139.95.< Don't know the model number offhand, but I'd suggest you make *sure* it broadcasts on VHF band and not FM band–there's less interference on VHF (or UHF,…
#Mic advice needed
Message #4638
I'm buying a Canon L2 camera, and I need advice about an external mic for it. I'd like a wireless mic to clip onto the subject. Any thoughts? The least expensive thing I've seen along these lines is the Azden WLX-PRO lavalier mic system, in the B&H catalog for $139.95.…
Might try taking a look at Videograpy Mag in (I think?) the Jan issue- had a segment on Audio for Video. Not really review, but more of a update, but it may help. Reg
I'm researching an article on audio tape recorders for video production. Anybody know of files, articles available, etc. Looking for equipment and applications of DAT, minidisc, DCC, multitrack cassette, etc. I'll touch briefly on DAW, but that's not the focus of the article. Thanks Stu Sweetow
My mistake, Reg. I'll get it right next time. -John
I understand (BTW I go by my middle name (or nickname)–Reg
Reg, Great! Sounds like a neat setup! -John
John, I guess for right now it will migrate. The only constant that I can tell you is that it will likely say, Topic of the Week: XXXXX. I think that if it relates to a particular, pre-existing forum section that I will put it there, otherwise it will go…
Also:: is there a standard place for the Topic of the Week? Maybe a folder of its own? I just stumbled across it this week.
For audio on a Mac, we recently obtained DECK II 2.1 (now 2.2 and I'm waiting for it!). This is a hard disk system, which supports both the Digidesign hardware (audio Media, sound tools and ProTools) as well as the build in 16 bit audio of AV Macs and PowerMacs.…
John, Thanks for the insight. One problem I see with laying down the audio first is the fact that you cannot really end up with hi-fi audio on the master unless you go down yet one more generation, right? If you record the hi-fi audio of the source to a…
John, Having had toooo! many opportunities to work with linear audio/video editing, my experience has been that it is easier to lay down the audio tracks first,then "insert" the video. If the master has hi-fi audio(and you want to keep it), then the audio could be laid down on the…
John At the moment you need to have a Turtle Beach Tahiti or Monterey sound card for Quad. The basic package comes with the Tahiti which is a Monterey card minus MIDI wavetable capabilities. I've seen it lately for about $320 in Computer Shopper. Word is they will eventually make…
Hi DB. Yep the RAP-10 is 16 bit, so it looks like I might have to check out SAW. Thanks, Michael W. Towe Falcon Video Productions Santee Ca.
Michael – I think they only work with 16-bit cards. Does the RAP-10 fit that profile? Can you record 16 bit .WAV files? Check on the SAW forum (GO SAWSUPPORT). Seeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeya! db.out
Stu: >how come "Video" doesn't have more production oriented articles?< Good question! I'm not sure myself, offhand–and since I like writing production-oriented articles, I'm a bit disappointed. I know they're heavily into the "home theatre" end of the market, and seem to consider consumer/prosumer video production to be of less…
Hi D.B. Any word on how well SAW will work with a Roland card. I use a RAP 10 due to the exelent stnth. chip for MIDI work. Regards, Michael W. Towe Falcon Video Productions Santee Ca.
yes, i read "camcorner" love it! will look up that issue. how come "Video" doesn't have more production oriented articles?
Bill, Thanks. I'm beginning to have the feeling that waiting six months to a year on this would probably be a wise idea. I got the first Video Blaster a year or so ago and it didn't do much, now the Intel SVRPro more or less does a decent job,…
#RE: Premier 4.0 & Compre
Message #3324
Richard, Yes, I can capture video and audio from a VCR and record both on a VCR. How good is the output quality? Not very! Probably 4th generation quality, but it's been years since I've copied a tape that many times over. Actually, I'm disappointed and am considering the current…
Correct on all counts. You can get SAW alone for less than $600, but if you get the software effects rack you will probably be around $600 with a discount. Sorry… db.out p.s. You might want to check into Wave for Windows from Turtle Beach. I don't know how that…
Hi Adam, the "WAVE 2.0" Software by Turtle Beach is quite good, if your files are not too big…. Robert
David, thanks again, a very interesting looking product. I will check it out! -John
Audio Synchronization?
Message #3290
I've gotten great support from you'all, but there's this question still pending! I posted a question a week ago regarding audio problems and have received no reply. Maybe it was poorly written. So I'm trying again. When I capture audio along with a video clip, and then play the clip…
I'm somewhat new to SAW, John, and so I haven't explored it fully. It has an "effects rack" (software) that you can plug into SAW, and among the rack "modules" are 1) File Format Converter 2) Audio Compressor/Limiter 3) ParaGraphic Equalizer 4) Echo Effects Generator 5) Auto Panner In just…
Doesn't this cost about $600. I tried to download the demo, but I get a general fail error. It says I need a 386-40 and 8 MB RAM. I have 386-25 and 4 MB. Oh, well. AW
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