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I am wanting to purchase a pro HD camcorder. Need help.?
I'm looking into buying a professional HD camcorder. Was looking for something that Wireless Lavalier will last a bit of abuse since this is going to be for weddings and on the move all the time. I currently have a boom mic that is connected to my current camcorder. Also I am interested learning a bit more about wireless lavalier mics. My price is anywhere below $10,000.
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OK, now I can give a better answer.Really, you should be asking also about a wireless transmitter/receiver. A lavalier mic is one thing, which may, or may not be an omnidirectional mic, and it also may, or may not be a wireless mic.So, are you really asking if you should be using a wireless rig that feeds audio to your videocamera, or a separate audio-only recorder?I’m guessing that’s what you mean, so I’ll give you some suggestions, pro’s & cons, etc.:1. Lavaliers are kinda a hassle. The good thing is, they pick up where your on-camera mic can’t, but you can get clothing rustling noise, etc.A great mic to use for something like this, IF there’s something to put it on, like if they’re using a podium, etc., is a PZM mic. You can get the more expensive ones made by Crown, or even use a Radio Shack PZM (It’s the only quality thing they make! – a lot of professional recording studios even use these, so don’t worry, they’re good).It’s a flat plate, and it picks up everything from say, a 10 foot area, and what’s good about them is that the sound doesn’t sound far away, like most mics.So that’s one decision; lavalier, or PZM.2. Wireless to the camera, or direct into a separate audio only recorder?Either one is probably approximately the same cost. I think I’d go with the wireless setup. The only down side is that you have the receiver mounted on the camera, which isn’t big, but it’s something to deal with while you’re shooting. Not bad though.If you record audio on the stand-alone audio recorder (like I do… I shoot film though, and there’s no audio track on film stock…). then you have to go through the same nightmare I go through:syncing up your audio to video in your editing software.It’s not going to be as bad for you, as what I go through, with a zillion takes. But still, it’s extra work, and you’re not going to be slating, so you have to find some visual event that makes a sharp enough noise to find a sync point.Kinda a pain in the keester…Now that I think about it, if you’re doing this on a regular basis, you’re more likely to NOT have a podium or some other thing like that to put a PZM mic on, so that’s something to think about.However, you need a lavalier mic ON EACH PERSON.And there are NO EXCEPTIONS to this – one mic is NOT going to pick up everyone, trust me on this.So that means you either get 3 wireless setups (3 transmitters & receivers), or you get 3 transmitters (for each mic), and a small mixer to mix down the 3 signals before going into one receiver at the camera… but that means you now have a mixer and a receiver at the camera.PZM’s will pick up easily at say, 3-6 feet, so if you can put it anywhere facing them, that would work.On the other hand, if you use a separate audio recorder, you have THAT audio, plus the camcorder’s audio, so you can choose which one you like (or cut between them) during editing.There are pro’s & cons to any decision you make.I HATE the sound from a camcorder though, because it sounds too distant not having the mic in one stable place, close to the sound source.But I’m a filmmaker, so I’m really picky about that kind of thing!PM me if you want to ask more questions.You can get all the stuff I’m talking about at http://www.bhphotovideo.com
Jong – Technically you do not need the lectern – but practically you do. The wireless mic needs a receiver, an amplifier and a speaker in order to work. The wireless receiver and amp and speaker are built into the lectern – you could remove that stuff from the lectern, but that would not be practical.If you need a standalone wireless system – you will need a wireless system (mic beltpack and receiver) and then some type of PA system (amp and speaker) or a powered speaker (speaker with amp built in).http://www.zzounds.com/item–SHUPGX1493http://www.zzounds.com/item–BEHB212D
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It depends on the receiver. That particular one to which you provided the link will work with only 1 mic per base station/receiver.At $15, remember, you get what you pay for. I wouldn’t touch a wireless mic in the FM, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 5.4 GHz or any other “shared” band because that chances of picking up interference are WAY too high. I hope you don’t pick up interference when recording your project.I use Shure wireless full diversity VHF lavalieres… Sennheiser and Sony Professional make good ones, too.Does your camcorder have manual audio control?Most consumer camcorders use 1/8″ stereo mic jacks – if you decide to go with this, you will need a 1/8″ stereo (plugs into the camcorder) to split left/right 1/4″ female jacks. Radio Shack should have them. Be VERY careful – all this weight (the 1/4″ jacks and the base stations” will be very heavy on the 1/8″ jack into the camcorder – you don’t want to break that…Good luck.
I own the “rode videomic” myself. It’s a pretty good microphone for a decent price.If I were you, I would get the canon HV20 (or later model). This one is 100% compatible with final cut pro. You just need to have a mac with firewire. Then you can play back the tapes.When you go for a tapeless recorder, keep in mind that final cut pro will convert the files into AIC (FCE and iMovie) or ProRes (FCP). This takes time and will take a lot of space on your hard drive.If you really want to go for 2 lavaliers mic’s: the cost of 2 decent sets will be something around 600 dollars. That only leaves 200 for the camera. Normally when people work with lavaliers mics they have someone with a portable mixer, mixing the sound and then sending it to the camera where it’s recorded with the video into one file or tape.
Be really careful. I’ve worked with pro systems and amateur systems. The amateur systems are much more trouble than they are worth. You think you saved money right up until you are very embarrassed because of hisses, drop-outs, and clicks and fuzz instead of voices. You are far better off spending $2000 for something that works well, rather than $500 for something that pees on the carpet. I can recommend Shure gear and solid and relaible. Sony make some good gear too.
Here is a pretty good cheap one:http://www.fullcompass.com/product/297072.htmlI assume your camcorder does have a mic jack.
Sometimes those Mics are great to use, other times, not so much. The very BEST camcorder mic I have found is the RODE Videomic. I bought a couple of them for $150 USD each on Ebay a year or two ago and they provide the best sound quality I’ve ever heard on a CamCorder.Here’s what they look like:http://tinyurl.com/3rwhqnHere’s a video shot with the mic:http://youtube.com/watch?v=bzYWJ9JVa5YCompare for yourself. I swear by the Rode.
If you need to be portable,http://www.amazon.com/Camcorder-Wireless-Body-pack-System-Lavaliere/dp/B0002EXLIW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1202603880&sr=8-1The base station is battery powered, so you can mount it to the camcorder or your belt. This sennheiser also uses 1/8″ jacks, so you don’t need an XLR adapter (like a BeachTek)If you are staying in pne place, the a base station that uses AC power is fine… Shure makes good ones. VHF is best. UHF is next best. Get diversity receivers. http://shure.com/ProAudio/Products/WirelessMicrophones/us_pro_pg14-pg185There are not too many multiple Lav, single base station systems that are any good. There are a couple of Lav + handheld mis systems that are passable. Shure and Audio Technica make some – I cannot recommend Nady or Samson. Do not get anything in the 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz frequency range – those are “shared” frequncies and you will be asking for radio interference.
That setup is more for presentations and stuff that would go through a mixer. What you want is an individual lav. One receiver, one transmitter. Your best bet is a shotgun or hyper cardioid mic, for exteriors and interiors, respectively. Nothing sounds better than a hardwired mic and unless you’re experienced in sound, don’t bother with lavs. Too many problems and often bad sound.
Best would be UHF, full diversity. VHF is accceptable.Regular suspects:Shure, Sennheiser, Audio Technica.*maybe* Azden.No Samson or Nady.Check Guitar Center, Musician’s Friend, bhphotovideo and adorama. Your budget is a bit low.
I haven’t try that. But you can login: http://www.gameyeeeah.com/pega-wireless-karaoke-microphone-2in1-for-wii-and-ps3-p-1295.html and send e-mail to the supplier for help.
Good question. I believe it is due to the way the wireless audio is broadcast that requires separate frequencies for each mic. Having more than one mic on a same frequency causes interference.As for the four wireless broadband connections – the four connections aren’t really connected at the same time. Your equipment is switching between connections at a very fast rate that makes it appear that you are. But in reality only one of you is connected but just for a split second and that process is continuosly repeated.
http://www.amazon.com/SENNHEISER-EW112PG2-B-Wireless-Lavalier-Portable/dp/B0002EXLJG/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1215033281&sr=8-5http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Microphone-Bodypack-Transmitter-Portable/dp/B000FYXM88/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1215033338&sr=1-4http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATW-1811-Camera-Wireless-System/dp/B0012RM20Q/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1215033397&sr=1-7http://www.amazon.com/Azden-Compact-Camera-Wireless-System/dp/B00016517A/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1215033478&sr=1-6Below this, they are not full diversity. The mic is not “full diversity”, the wireless connection is diversity. The hint is generally two antennas on the base station when the “system” handles only one mic at a time. The reason that Sennheiser you linked is expensive is because it also includes the adapter for a handheld mic – the last time I checked, the lav and the handheld don’t work at the same time… it is one or the other. If you really only need the lav, then you don’t need the hand-held adapter so don’t get it and save $.
You will not want to use the same frequencies as these would interfere with each other. Other than that using multiple mics is not a problem.Confirmation of this at this link:http://proaudiomusic.com/sound_systems/microphones/wirelesss_microphones.htmIf this answered your question please vote me as your best answer, thanks!Good luck.
I can’t recommend Nady… sorry…If you look at what is most in use by the AV folks who get contracted to set up such things, you will find Shure and Sennheiser… and occasionally, Audio Technica.The Shure UHF Wireless SM58 systems are most common for handheld mics; either Shure or Sennheiser (occasionally Audio Technica) wireless lavs are typical.Of all the meetings I have attended, I have never seen anything but this stuff which is why I bought two Shure UHF Wireless SM58 systems and a Shure UHF Wireless lav system for meetings I had to support. I also have a few wired Sure SM58s on stands at the podium(s).
They are just RF channels, similar to channels on a TV. You would need to choose a channel not used.The restock is probably one somebody returned, which by law, cannot be sold as new.
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After spending all that money on the camcorder, don’t undercut your investment by going cheap on audio.Wireless base stations come in two basic “footprints”:Big ones are generally used for bands or studio or more “static” installations. They are about the size of a small book and need AC ower using a wall wart.The small ones are closer to the size of a fat Blackberry, are designed to be mounted to the camcorder and are battery powered so they are totally portable. These are more geared toward “ENG” (electronic news gathering) environments.the actual mic element is connected with a wire to a body pack. The battery powered body pack connects wirelessly to the base station. the base station connects with a cable to the audio-in jack on the camcorder.Best would be UHF, full diversity. VHF is OK – but not best. Do not get the cheap “shared frequency” unts (900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz). They are cheap because they are in share spectrum and can pick up interference from garage door openers, wifi transmissions and home wireless phones – among many other things.Having some flexibility is a good idea… Look into the Sennheiser or Audio Technica or Sony (professional) portable, camcorder mountable) systems. Many can do either lav or handheld (the flexibility I mentioned). They aren’t cheap – but less then $1,000 is possible.
I’ve found locating the mic as close as possible to the speaker’s mouth is best. If it is too far away, you will pick up the background noise because you have to turn up the gain…It is a lot more difficult outside or in a noisy environment – where a handheld dynamic mic (like a Shure SM-58) is better suited (the person speaking needs to get right on top of the mic – and most folks hold it too far away).Watch the local news… in the studio, the lavaliers are clipped closer to where that divot is in the center of the user’s breastbone – but the field reports don’t normally use them because it is too noisy outside… when they do, they are clipped higher than where their studio counterparts clip them (not much ambient noise in the studio). I usually clip them about 4-5 inches below the bottom of the talent’s throat. If you let the talent put them on, they typically clip them way too low (unless they’ve already been trained).