Is this the best solution to go with when using a Rode NTG-2 Shotgun Mic with a Zoom H4N or Tascam DR-60?
608312
Yes it will work just as fine to me is the best,, I use this spitter for my subs
608313
I found this to be a very satisfactory solution to provided twin channel audio from a single shotgun mic. Hope this helps.
2030587
Yes, but to get the best (and most effective) results, your best bet is to buy a preamp recorder. I went with the Zoom H4N. Without a preamp recorder, you will hardly notice a difference with just the Ntg-2 into the t3i, and the integrated built in mic. If you can, get the Zoom H4N!
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http://www.learningdslrvideo.com/t2i-7d-disable-agc-rode-videomic/ Its not the mic ... its the camera. Either use the work around at the above link or http://www.learningdslrvideo.com/zoom-h4n-review/ you have to get a separate audio recorder and link it to the video in post. If you get frustrated, just remember the T2i is a PHOTO camera. Just appreciate that you are now shooting movie quality video for under a grand. At least that's what I tell myself to help me fall asleep at night. :)
1870929
It depends on the quality you want. The Samson Go Mic would be excellent for recording conversations (if you want to record to computer). There are portable voice recorders that are cheaper than the Zoom that should work just fine. It really depends on the quality you want.
1197117
For recording live music, I have used an external Zoom recorder which then fed the audio input of the GH3. Because the Zoom's levels were already hot, I had to turn down the sensitivity of the GH3 audio ins and also cut the output of the Zoom otherwise a nasty limiter effect from the GH3 would engage. With the GH3, be careful not to record too hot even with the on-board mics which are just OK. I also used a Stereo Video Mic Pro from Rode but did not use the +20 db setting as it would have been too hot. Bottom line, GH3 has plenty of it's own preamp gain so if using external mics, be careful of overloading your levels and turn down the GH3's sensitivity.
1972352
Note that the microphone ports on the side are two XLR plugs. Any professional mic will work. I got exceptional results with RODE NTG-2 and NTG-3 on a boom. Sennheiser lavs sounded good but the noise floor had a bit of hiss that was not present using the boom microphones. I find my results with the recorder are getting better and better as I get to know it.
932643
If you want to spend a little more money for higher quality audio - I have this setup and it works great: a small high quality Audio-Technica stereo mic:Audio-Technica PRO 24-CM Stereo Condenser Microphonewith an excellent mounting bracketTripod Mount Video Accessory Mounting Bracket - Ultra Lightweight
385776
I use this with a TASCAM DR DR-60D and I do need to enable plug-in power in the menu or I get nothing so Marna H is right she may have a problem. There is an explanation on B&H's shotgun mic section here http://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/audio/buying-guides/shotgun-microphones. There are battery modules/boxes that will provide power, but the only one I could see on Amazon ( by Sound Professional) seemed very expensive for something that should be quite simple. My only suggestion is triple check your menus for a plug-in power option - good luck!
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There is an output on the DR-60D specifically to feed audio through to the camera microphone input. This requires a 1/8" TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) cable, exactly like a miniature headphone jack. I believe these are easier to locate if you search for 3.5mm TRS. I buy them on Amazon, where you can get short 6" lengths that are useful to cut cable clutter if your camera and recorder are in close proximity. If this tether cable is in place, the DR-60D has a dedicated slate button you can press to simultaneously put a bloop tone on both camera and recorder audio tracks. Ultimately, the best solution to the sync issue is a copy of Red Giant's Plural Eyes software which uses waveform analysis to automatically achieve perfect sync in double system sound systems.
842230
I'm not familiar with the ZOOM H4N, but I have not experienced any noise or wobbles while using my Rode shotgun mic.
545215
I'm not a Zoom nor Sennheiser salesperson. but my hunch is this mic will work with your recorder. That said, there are cheaper mic alternatives out there. This ME2 is probably about the same cost as the zoom unit itself; it's ideally meant for the Sennheiser EW 100 series belt packs. Also bear in mind plugging in any passive mic signal will require phantom power (input voltage boost) to recognize signal. This will most likely impact your battery life - something to think about. Check out this youtube video for whatever passive mini (1/8") mic you plug into the unit (if the link doesn't display, search youtube for "Zoom H2n Exernal Microphone" - the author forgot the t in external): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lC5_2LYVoPc Good luck.
539782
http://www.learningdslrvideo.com/t2i-7d-disable-agc-rode-videomic/ Its not the mic ... its the camera. Either use the work around at the above link orhttp://www.learningdslrvideo.com/zoom-h4n-review/ you have to get a separate audio recorder and link it to the video in post. If you get frustrated, just remember the T2i is a PHOTO camera. Just appreciate that you are now shooting movie quality video for under a grand. At least that's what I tell myself to help me fall asleep at night. :)
802446
Buy the FL-2 mount from Heli... $28 on their site. I have used one for years. As with their mics it is well constructed. They have other solutions as well...http://www.heilsound.com/amateur/products/booms-and-hardwars/hardware
1044648
I think you would want to run multiple mics through an external mixer. The H4n might be better suited to your needs. The H2n is a great little mic by the way. I use it both for location sound and narration.
1972289
No. XLR produces a higher quality sound than the TRS 3.5 mm. However, I have had great quality running this cable from my shotgun mic to a Zoom H1 with no problem.
388217
Audio-Technica AT897 is an excellent and cheap shotgun mic. I use it for film, but it is also pretty handy for voiceover work as well.
597560
No, this is mainly designed for Rode's Shotgun mics like the NTG-1, 2, or 3. Rode makes a different windscreen for the VMP that you can find with a quick search.