1) DPA WindPac
We like new items that are innovative
and useful, and the DPA WindPac windscreen and suspension
system is certainly both. Areas where the WindPac breaks
new ground: It is lighter, more sonically transparent, more
versatile, and (initially) more expensive than anything
else of its type. It requires no furry cover, the super-lightweight
suspension is indestructible, and the windscreen folds to
fit in your back pocket.Read more about it here: WindPac |
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2) Sony Headphone Parts
One of the most popular items for our on-line customers
is replacement parts for headphones. We keep a large stock
of replacement cushions, headbands, cables, and the elusive
1/8" - 1/4" gold-plated adapters. Browse the selections
here:Headphone Parts |
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3) Metacorder
It's
the most quickly accepted non-linear recording solution since
the race began. Metacorder turns a Mac computer into a powerful
but economical 24- track nonlinear recorder. Meta-text of
SCENE, TAKE, NOTES, etc, make it particularly tailored for
film and television production. For more details about Metacorder
and complete Metacorder packages, take a look here: Metacorder |
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4) Mackie Onyx 1620 Mixer
Is it a miracle that the Mackie Onyx
Mixer series was introduced about the same time as the Metacorder?
Regardless, it certainly seems like a match made in heaven.
The Mackie Onyx 1620 Mixer has 16 inputs plus a host of outputs
and returns, and it even has a talkback circuit perfect for
talking to boom operators. But what makes it perfect for the
Metacorder is its Firewire port that supports 16 prefader
outputs, 2 mix busses, plus return monitoring to and from
your computer, all on a single cable. Need another reason?
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5) Lectro Venue
It's finally here!!! We've been touting
the virtues of the Lectrosonics Venue wireless microphone
system for nearly two years now, but it has only recently
begun shipping. New owner response: Awesome. A lightweight
single rack space unit holds up to six receivers. The complete
package is so inexpensive we’re always asked to repeat
the price. The receivers will even work with some competing
brands of transmitters. Combine the low price, high performance,
and compatibility, with its ability to be displayed and controlled
by a notebook computer’s USB port, and no matter what
you currently use, you have to consider the Lectro Venue.
Read more about it here: Lectro
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6) Sound Devices 744T
The long talked about 744T nonlinear
flash card and hard drive recorder from Sound Devices began
shipping in the fourth quarter of 2004. 100% of the new owners
had the same first words: "It's smaller than I thought!" The
styling, ergonomics (both hardware and software), and solid
build quality make it a guaranteed winner. Read product specialist
Skylor Morgan's 744T impressions here: SD-744T |
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7) Sanken CS-1
We introduced this unique microphone
one year ago, and now that it has a track record we can let
you know that it is a very good one. Its relatively wide front-pickup
pattern, combined with an amount off-axis - particularly in
the low frequencies - that even rivals traditional long shotgun
mics, is now being appreciated by sound mixers around the
world. Selling for well under $800, it is also one of the
most affordable. More details here: Sanken
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8) Ultrasone Headphones
These phones really do take professional
headphone monitoring to a new level. Since most readers of
"The Mixer" make their living while listening with headphones,
they're a must to learn about. Trew Audio recommends choosing
between two models: the 650HFI (for those in love with your
Sony 7506s), and the 750Proline for those who want a better
idea of how their recording will sound over a speaker. They
are both built with an innovative design to reduce hearing
fatigue. More details: Ultrasone |
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9) Zaxcom 2-Channel Camera Link
While we're on the subject of unique
and innovative, the Zaxcom 2-Channel Wireless Link to Camera
system can't be overlooked. There simply is nothing else that
offers what the system does (except maybe a hardwire - on
a good day). The system uses a single miniature transmitter
attached to the output of your mixer to send two channels
of digital audio to a single compact camera mounted receiver.
Yes, it's impossible, but Zaxcom does it anyway. More details
here: Zaxcom |
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10) DB Technologies Battery
Powered PA Speakers
There are other battery powered
speakers available, but none that sound quite as good as
the new entry from DB Technologies. Trew Audio recommends
the "Opera" series to use on the production set for playback
or VOG. They can be ordered with an internal, frequency
agile wireless receiver (made by Beyer Dynamic) and either
a handheld or bodypack mic and transmitter. Standard features
include mic/line inputs and outputs, with the ability to
link several together. Battery life is about a full day.
Need another reason: They're less expensive than you're
used to for a speaker of this type. DB
Opera
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