Reddit reviews On Stage SMS7650 Hex-Base Studio Boom Microphone Stand
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Includes removable castersMinimum Height: 40 inchesMaximum Height: 82 inchesBoom length: 82 inches, with 7-inch arm extension22 lb. base provides a low center of gravity for added stability
Hi /u/patrickgacusan - It really depends on how much you want to spend, but my first recommendation is to get the mic off the camera and onto a boom close to your talent. Please see this tutorial from Wistia: http://wistia.com/learning/choosing-a-microphone
With that in mind, I recommend the [Audio Technica AT897 pro microphone for less than $200] (http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT897-Gradient-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B0002TTN3Y?tag=battleforthew-20), a [$15 Eynpire shock mount] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I3Y3A52/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00I3Y3A52&linkCode=as2&tag=battleforthew-20), a [$170 wheeled boom] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00097CJ76/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00097CJ76&linkCode=as2&tag=battleforthew-20), a [$7 Pyle Pro 15' XLR cable] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000165DSM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000165DSM&linkCode=as2&tag=battleforthew-20) and a [$20 Hosa MIT-156 XLR to 3.5mm transformer/adapter] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002IAJ2O/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0002IAJ2O&linkCode=as2&tag=battleforthew-20).
With this setup, for a little over $400, you'll have the highest quality you can get without going to an external recorder.
Hope this is helpful and good luck with your film!
Hi /u/geekbrother - I noticed that the sample video you shared runs for 7 minutes - I hope you're not planning on anything longer than 12 minutes with your T3i? If so, you'll have a challenge because the camera will shut down and need to be restarted.
It also has a tendency to produce moire on patterned clothing, especially striped shirts and ties. This can be a problem if you don't notice it until you get to the editing suite.
And the T3i's audio recording quality is horrible - necessitating the purchase of an external recorder or preamp and the hassle of syncing your sound in post.
Plus, it has no headphone jack and a tiny monitor that is not really suited for studio work.
I have Panasonic GH3 and GH4 cameras that have headphone jacks and shoot for hours at a time, but they suffer from some of the same limitations as a DSLR for studio work (e.g., tiny screens).
If I were setting up a dedicated studio today, I would get a $1995 Blackmagic Design Studio Camera and a $328 Blackmagic Hyperdeck Shuttle. You won't need an external audio recorder with this camera, because it has built in XLR jacks with phantom power.
I saw this camera at NAB, and it's the real deal. A broadcast quality studio camera for less than $2000.
Here's a hands-on from the show with a run-down of the features: http://youtu.be/o7AnluDDvj8
Note the size of the built-in monitor. Your cameraperson will thank you. If you're the camera op, you'll be thanking yourself :)
Here's how I would put a $4K studio together around this camera [Referral Links]:
CAMERA
SOUND
SUPPORT
LIGHTING
For $4000, this setup will deliver high quality audio and video to your audience.
Hope this is helpful and good luck!
Bill
I've heard of some tripods out there having a "boom arm" feature, but I searched B&H all day once looking for one, and couldn't find one. I don't even recall a Google search turning up much.
I do know, however, that adapters like this exist:
Mic Stand Adapter 1
Mic Stand Adapter 2
I am considering buying one of those and using it with my camera + one of many boom arm mic stands I have lying around.
If I use it with a standard mic stand, then I'll have to weigh down the legs with sandbags or some other kind of weight... However - if you want to go about using this method, I suggest you try to find a studio mic stand like this. I have one myself, and I can guarantee that it will definitely hold the weight. Picked up mine off of Craigslist for $60.