http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Forums » User Favorites: ralck en Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:56:58 +0000 http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/dollies#post-52221 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:57:48 +0000 midsouthvisual 52221@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I haven't done weddings in a while (too many bridezillas) but have shot on many carpeted surfaces with my dolly, so a good pneumatic tire dolly should be fine in most churches.  If it's an outdoor wedding, you'd probably want a stabilizer instead.  Seems like alot of churches I was shooting in wouldn't even allow me on the main floor and stuck me on the balcony!</p> <p>________________</p> <p>Paul Lyke<br />dollytrax.com</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/good-steadicam-besides-the-glidecam#post-41214 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 18:53:57 +0000 TheLoneBanana 41214@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> The sample movies from FS Pro (<a href="http://www.fsprostab.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.fsprostab.com</a>) make it look pretty good, but I don't know anyone who has one. They're about three grand. Does anyone have anthing to say about this system?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/good-steadicam-besides-the-glidecam#post-40239 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:31:55 +0000 BarefootMedia 40239@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The is also the option of a DIY stablizer.  The Micro Filmmaker Magazine folks have several different options from around $30 up to nearly $300 to build you own. Check them out under the tips &amp; tricks category on the free web site, <a href="http://www.microfilmmaker.com " rel="nofollow">http://www.microfilmmaker.com </a> There is a homemade version of the Manfrotto Fig Rig, a gimballed steadicam version and a minimalist stabalizer.  And like you'll hear from everyone about stablizers, it is more about how the operator moves than the steadicam itself.  Just check out the examples provided by the DIY authors.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/good-steadicam-besides-the-glidecam#post-40186 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:41:30 +0000 TimLevelcam 40186@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <blockquote><p>I came across another steadicam (that will hold a Sony DVX2000) besides the glidecam that was in the 300 dollar range but I can't find it or remember its name. Anyone know? It was one that only took a couple minutes to balance, compared to the hour you waste each time with the Glidecam. Thanks.</p></blockquote> <blockquote></blockquote> <blockquote><p>Check out Levelcam and its big brother Levelpod at <a href="http://www.levelcam.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.levelcam.com</a>. There's a 3 minute video that shows many of its uses.</p></blockquote> <blockquote></blockquote> <blockquote><p>Tim </p></blockquote> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/good-steadicam-besides-the-glidecam#post-40076 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:58:04 +0000 stickypod 40076@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>What about the Sticky Pod?  Easy to balance, quick to adjust and so simple, it's intuitive.  Call me biased, but my customers use the Sticky Pod as a steady cam on a regular basis.  Of course, you can always setup your camera on your car and just idle beside your subject while on the sidewalk or in a parking lot.  The camera will look like it's floating beside your subject.  This dolly style setup is another great way to shoot your subject.</p> <p>The best model to use is the Sticky Pod Dash Cam and a 12 inch extension.  Then you'll need a small weight from WalMart or any retailer that you can slip over the extensions.  You can see this setup by going to: <a href="http://www.stickypod.com/videos.html">http://www.stickypod.com/videos.html</a></p> <p>If you have any questions, please drop me a line or give me a call.</p> <p>Hope this works for you,</p> <p>Tom Heibel<br /> Sticky Pod Inventor<br /> <a href="http://www.stickypod.com/">http://www.stickypod.com</a><br /> 866-544-3636</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/good-steadicam-besides-the-glidecam#post-39897 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 19:26:07 +0000 D0n 39897@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> or the manfrotto modosteady?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/good-steadicam-besides-the-glidecam#post-39896 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 19:21:59 +0000 robgrauert 39896@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> the merlin?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/good-steadicam-besides-the-glidecam#post-39895 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 19:18:11 +0000 palmer22 39895@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I came across another steadicam (that will hold a Sony DVX2000) besides the glidecam that was in the 300 dollar range but I can't find it or remember its name. Anyone know? It was one that only took a couple minutes to balance, compared to the hour you waste each time with the Glidecam. Thanks.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/music-library#post-39346 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:49:42 +0000 MikesVideos 39346@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I've had good luck Productiontrax <a href="http://www.productiontrax.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.productiontrax.com</a>. They have a great selection of soundtracks and sound fx and I've always had an easy time finding what I need.</p> <p>Mike</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-on-decent-fluid-head-tripod#post-38639 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:25:22 +0000 cameraman 38639@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>i love the manfrotto brand</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-on-decent-fluid-head-tripod#post-38638 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:24:05 +0000 cameraman 38638@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>i love the manfrotto brand</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/music-library#post-37744 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:04:31 +0000 philder 37744@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <blockquote><p> Hi, I'm looking for a music library with a big range of soundtracks that i can use for work purposes (mainly doco/short film and corporate videos) - so obviously royalty free. Does anyone use or know of any good sources?  </p></blockquote> <p>Ozvideo, besides sounsnap, you might find interesting to check <a href="http://www.soungle.com/">http://www.soungle.com</a> In my opinion is way better than the first one. Excellent, large, clean and simple way to find sound FX and samples.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/music-library#post-37700 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 21:47:09 +0000 Aspyrider 37700@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Birdcat is right, you can't go wrong with Juice. I have several Stacktraxx and they are wonderful! :-)</p> <p>J.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/music-library#post-37691 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:18:21 +0000 birdcat 37691@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>As Chris said, Digital Juice has some great RF music (I have all but two of their StackTraxx volumes - there are currently 50).</p> <p>DJ is running a special for a limited time - $79 for five of them which is a real steal.</p> <p>StackTraxx come at least twenty songs to a volume (some more) in multiple lengths (full, 60, 30, 15 and 10 seconds).</p> <p>The deal can be seen here: <a href="http://www.digitaljuice.com/enewsletter/bundles/5pak_stacktraxx.asp">http://www.digitaljuice.com/enewsletter/bundles/5pak_stacktraxx.asp</a></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/music-library#post-37652 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 03:06:00 +0000 chrisColorado 37652@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Soundsnap is a good website that has free loops that you download and remix into your own song.</p> <p>Digital Juice has actual songs you can download for free, or you can buy some. to get the free ones, register, login and then click on DJ Downloads at the top.</p> <p>Revostock is also good, but you have to pay for them.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/music-library#post-37651 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 02:09:15 +0000 ozvideo 37651@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hi,</p> <p>I'm looking for a music library with a big range of soundtracks that i can use for work purposes (mainly doco/short film and corporate videos) - so obviously royalty free. Does anyone use or know of any good sources?  </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-on-decent-fluid-head-tripod#post-37096 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:53:49 +0000 sham 37096@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The first thing to consider is the weight of the camera.  The heavier the camera the sturdier the tripod should be.  And the sturdier the tripod the more it will cost.  But here are my recommendations: </p> <p>1.  The head must be fluid head.</p> <p>2.  The head must have adjustment for pan drag and adjustment for tilt drag in addition to pan lock and tilt lock.</p> <p>3.  Choose a tripod with a floor spreader.</p> <p>4.  Choose a tripod without the centre column.  That centre column does not belong to a professional tripod.</p> <p>5.  If you can, go to the store to buy the tripod. Look at the various models and then make a selection.  Look for broken parts. The material of which present day tripods are made cracks very easily.</p> <p>6.  A good tripod is a necessity.  No use having an expensive camera with a bad tripod. Spend some money to get something good. The brand doesn't matter too much. Personally I like Sachtler, Miller and Vinten. And do buy your tripod from a genuine Video/Camera store like B&amp;H.  You can't get a decent tripod from Walmart, Radio Shack, Best Buy etc. </p> <p>7.  Finally make sure you get the quick mount adaptor which allows quick mounting of the camera, and don't forget the carrying case.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-on-decent-fluid-head-tripod#post-36943 Thu, 29 May 2008 00:03:39 +0000 brandon0409 36943@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Well its not that I want people to tell me what brand to buy.  I just know absolutely NOTHING about tripod brands.</p> <p>You ask me about cameras or video mics or something like that, and I know what is what.  For tripods, all I know is the wal-mart brand.  When I look on ebay or at stores, I am totally lost.</p> <p> So thanks for all of the input on the tripods.  It will certainly help me get started.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-on-decent-fluid-head-tripod#post-36911 Wed, 28 May 2008 03:22:28 +0000 film814 36911@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Here are some of the top brands: Bogen-Manfrotto, Sachtler, Vinten, Cartoni, and Libec.  Check out B&amp;H for the best prices and service.</p> <p>Jeremy</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-on-decent-fluid-head-tripod#post-36889 Tue, 27 May 2008 17:02:51 +0000 D0n 36889@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> everything I own has Manfrotto on it.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-on-decent-fluid-head-tripod#post-36874 Tue, 27 May 2008 08:05:34 +0000 robgrauert 36874@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> there are a lot of good brands of tripods. the things to look for in a tripod are weight, type of head, type of legs, price, maximum and minimum height and probably some other stuff too, but that's what I look at. You're already on the right track since you know to get a fluid head tripod. Look at the other characteristics as well to help decide what tripod works for you.</p> <p> I know you want people to tell you specific brands, but that doesn't really matter because there are so many good brands. Look at what you need and try to fulfill your needs in a reasonable price range. Keep in mind that with tripods, you get what you pay for. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-on-decent-fluid-head-tripod#post-36873 Tue, 27 May 2008 04:59:38 +0000 mistermom007 36873@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>There was a similar question posted 3 months ago (below) that has a few answers.</p> <p><a href="http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-would-you-recommend-tripod?replies=5"><strong>What would you recommend? (Tripod)</strong></a></p> <p>I'm in a similar boat.</p> <p>Steve</p> <p><a href="http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-would-you-recommend-tripod?replies=5"><strong></strong></a></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/confused-on-gs500-mic-input#post-36341 Tue, 06 May 2008 14:05:42 +0000 kimchoc 36341@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> ehehe, no offense Dave. Its just not what I was expecting. I fixed my issue nicely for about 10.</p> <p>I like those 200.00 adapters, they just aren't in my cheap arse budget right now. I'd rather spend that 200 on an H2 and not have to worry about adapters.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/confused-on-gs500-mic-input#post-36338 Tue, 06 May 2008 12:44:45 +0000 davefinnh 36338@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'm sorry that you found my suggestion so outrageous.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/confused-on-gs500-mic-input#post-36335 Tue, 06 May 2008 07:11:27 +0000 warren98chi 36335@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Glad you found a solution that works for you and the ATR55 unbalanced singnals.</p> <p>For others who have balanced mics and need a camcorder XLR adapter, here's a summary of what I've found:</p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.beachtek.com/">http://www.beachtek.com</a> - Mounts to camera.  Various passive adapters.  Some with phantom and audio meter.  New unit with preamp.</p> <p><a href="http://www.juicedlink.com/">http://www.juicedlink.com</a> - Mounts to camera.  All include preamplifier.  Options include phantom, 2-4 XLR inputs, audio meter.  Lots of interesting info on website.</p> <p> <a href="http://www.studio1productions.com/">http://www.studio1productions.com</a> - Doesn't mount to camera, and no phantom or preamp option.  Option for 3 XLR input. Plastic case.</p> <p><a href="http://www.signvideo.com/">http://www.signvideo.com</a> - Mounts to camera.   No phantom or preamp option.  1 and 2 XLR input options.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/confused-on-gs500-mic-input#post-36321 Tue, 06 May 2008 00:48:20 +0000 kimchoc 36321@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Ok, I went ahead and figured this out. I got a stereo headphone splitter from local Radio Shack and cut off both female ends to expose the wiring. Black red and white wires on each split.</p> <p>I found that the shoulder(closest to the cable) of the 1/8" male is the common for the GS500. The tip of the male headphone adapter is the white left channel and the next slot is the red, right channel for the GS500. Also, the shoulder of the mono ATR55 is also the common with the tip of the ATR55 being the active signal.</p> <p> This is the setup for the GS500 anyway.</p> <p> So I got a couple female mono ends and soldered the white from one of the splits to the connection on the mono female to align with the tip of the male ATR55. On the other split, I soldered the red to align with the tip of the other male ATR55. This creates a nice way to get stereo separation onto the audio of the GS500 if you have a use for it in this configuration . And I do.</p> <p>Total cost for parts about $10.00</p> <p>Hope this helps someone else in the future.</p> <p>Gary</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/confused-on-gs500-mic-input#post-36315 Mon, 05 May 2008 18:44:32 +0000 kimchoc 36315@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>good god. Surely there is an adapter cheaper than $200.00 that will accomplish this purpose????  The ATR55's are 1/8" mono males.</p> <p>I appreciate the suggestion but good lord...</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/confused-on-gs500-mic-input#post-36307 Mon, 05 May 2008 15:53:24 +0000 davefinnh 36307@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You'll need some sort of XLR to 1/8" adapter. I'd suggest BeachTek's DXA-2s. If you need more than two mikes then hook them to a Mackie mixer (we use the 1402-VLZ Pro) and run the XLR outputs from the Mackie into the BeachTek. The sound is impressive.</p> <p>David Franz</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/input-on-decent-fluid-head-tripod#post-36304 Mon, 05 May 2008 14:12:42 +0000 brandon0409 36304@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Come on guys.  I'm hoping someone can give me some ideas.</p> <p>Thanks</p> <p>Please?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/confused-on-gs500-mic-input#post-36303 Mon, 05 May 2008 13:16:12 +0000 kimchoc 36303@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>My goal is to use two ATR55 mono mics into the mic input on the side of the camera. One for left channel and one for right channel.</p> <p>Does anyone know what the wiring order is for the 1/8" male plug that goes into the camera? Is it a standard order for most video cameras?? Like maybe common ground for the tip, then first connection is left channel and second from tip is right channel?</p> <p>OR.... If anyone knows where I can get a stereo male to two mono female adapter, please clue me as I am just planning on making my own if there isn't such a creature.</p> <p>Thanks</p> <p>Gary</p>