If I were going to mic up a bride and a groom for a wedding video I am shooting, would this be a good option. I am shooting on a canon dslr.
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Think of this equipment as merely a way of eliminating the mic cables you would otherwise have between the bride, the groom, and the equipment that will take the signals from the microphones and record them. Such equipment would likely be a mixer (pre-amp) which then feeds the signals to the recording device. If your camera is capable of accepting multiple mic inputs simultaneously, you may not need a mixer. I'm not familiar with video /camera equipment, so I can't be sure it would work without a mixer.
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This unit has 2 lapel mic's, in addition to the headset mic's. They can be clipped on to the clothing, and are very small. Each mic has it's own volume control on the receiver, and the receiver has one, combined output, so you probably wouldn't need a mixer. You would need an adapter cable to go from the receiver 1/4" output jack to the camera mic input jack.
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It would be okay but I'd say you should find a music mic for live music... this one is more for open filming.
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Yes, it should work fine for that for one or two people. If you're trying to record a group, this mic won't be sensitive enough.
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I think the audio quality is very good. Here is a video where I used the ATR-6550 mic from about 4 feet away (it was on top of the camera): http://youtu.be/oZcjUAOaNYA The sound quality is very good, clear, with a bit of room ambiance (and my refrigerator in the background!). I've shot some other videos using the ATR-6550 but haven't put them on YouTube yet.
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I'm no professional but I believe the built-in mic(5.1ch) is superior to the directional(2.1ch?) that is included in this kit. During my first few times with the rig on the camera I found myself forgetting to turn on the external mic while it was plugged into the camera, resulting in no audio for those video recordings. Don't plan on using it for everyday recording and only if I need its directional capabilities.
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Sorry, not sure it would work. I have used it mostly on the Panasonic DSLRs, but I'm almost sure it does work on Canon's DSLR because I've own the Canon 5D MarkII and it worked on it too. So, you may be ok, but I would keep researching. I great mic by the way. We use it all the time on our camera for ENG interview and reality tv shows.
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I'm no professional but I believe the built-in mic(5.1ch) is superior to the directional(2.1ch?) that is included in this kit.During my first few times with the rig on the camera I found myself forgetting to turn on the external mic while it was plugged into the camera, resulting in no audio for those video recordings. Don't plan on using it for everyday recording and only if I need its directional capabilities.
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I use it for external audio with my canon dslr's. The preamp in those cameras is pretty lousy, so expect mediocre sound quality. I use an external audio recorder for it and sync the audio in post. I use the H1 Zoom and get excellent audio quality. Definitely the recommended method of recording audio with those cameras. I love this audio technica set as well. Sounds really great.
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The camera would be fine although someone needs to man the remote to move it as appropriate. The microphone would not work well at that distance, I ended up using a MXL AC-404 (from Amazon) and it works flawlessly. I also route the sound out of this to portable speaker system if the crowd is more than 10-15 people, otherwise the built in speaker is fine. Our tech club has used this to webcast large meetings (40-60 people) in a large multi-purpose room (2000sf) and using the other microphone and the speaker output, it makes for a very professional presentation. In a much smaller venue, the device itself would be sufficient.
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I think it depends on what camera you're using. If it's something similar to the Canon t3i, I would recommend that, if you really can't spend any more money on a microphone, you just use the mic built into your camera. The audio quality is not outstanding, obviously, but it's acceptable if the film is low budget. If you are really interested in improving your audio quality, I would look into microphones made by the company Rode. Just search "Rode microphone" in the Amazon search bar and there should be plenty of results. Usually these microphones range from about $150 - $250. I hope this helps! - Chairlift Productions
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I would like to have a mic setup where two of us can be in this end at the same time. Most mics are either with a headset, so wouldn't work for two people, or built in to the camera. The problem with that is it is really close to the speakers so I am concerned about feedback/distortion.
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It would be as good (best) as any other in this class of camera. In theory.... you can use the headphones and changes sound recording levels, but in such a tough situation you just have to experiment to get your set up right. You might even have to muffle your mics.
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I wouldn't recommend it. If you want to improve the sound of your DSLR camera, I suggest you try the RØDE VideoMic Pro, like this one RØDE Rode Videomic Shotgun Microphone with Rycote Lyre Mount with Wind Muff Microphone Cover and Accessory Kit
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I mostly use mine on a Nikon D5100 to record my kid who plays flute for a high school band.Outdoor football games and concerts, I get great sound. Much better than without the mic.There is an adjustment on the back of the mic. Make sure you play with that to find whichsound you like best.
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Sorry, I don't have wedding photography experience. But I think this lens is better for portrait of a single person. If you want to take group picture, you need to keep quite far away. For the aperture range, it depends on the lighting condition. Hope this helps
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I've never used the mic for chat, but it's quality for audio recording suggests to me it would be fine...especially for the price. I've not used it in videos, but based on my use in audio, it should be fine. Sorry couldn't be more definitive. I'd probably try it for those applications. Hope that helps a little.
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I would assume that it would be great for the group photos, where wide-angle is important. I have only used it for landscape photos, so far, but for weddings...why not?