DvRigPro HD - Where to Find OR Good Alternatives?

Ryan Gardner · September 10th, 2007, 12:45 AM

I posted this in the general supports forums but then realized it may be better suited here - sorry for the crosspost if that's frowned upon:

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Hopefully someone can help me. I start filming my documentary any day now, and we hit the road for our 7 week trip on the 20th of this month. Due to issues getting the check cut from the label for funding, I wasn't able to put all my orders in with as much notice as I would have liked.

That said, I can't find the DvRigPro HD anywhere! Does anyone know if its sold by anyone outside of Danny himself or the single retailer he lists for each country? It really seems like the best solution for what I will be doing (HVX w/ 35mm adapter, FF, 8" monitor, etc...) and I'd hate to settle for a lesser solution. The resellers in US ad Canada told me it's backordered and should be in by the end of the month. Danny said they're shipping in a week, but even that puts me in a precarious position for assuring I'll get it in time.

If not, does anyone have a suggestion for a comparable solution? As far as I can see, my next best option is a Zacuto shoulder setup. While more expensive, its the only other option that seems to get positive reviews. I will have this camera on for hours each day and as a result really don't want to gamble on the support system.

So....someone, please help! The budget is good, but I'm still value conscious (as shown by preferring the DvRigPro HD over the Zacuto - better bang for the buck according to the reports I've heard) and am trying to pick something that will do all I need.

Thanks in advance!

P.S. If anyone is willing to sell their DvRigProHD I would be eternally grateful. I would even be willing to put in an order to Danny to have a new one shipped to you as soon as they are available, if you prefer. Really, I'm open to discuss options.

Tony Spring · September 10th, 2007, 03:59 AM

Have you seen the Pag Orbiter? Not sure it'll be right for your set-up though...

Danny Natovich · September 11th, 2007, 03:00 AM

Ryan,

Your DvRigPro HD order will ship with UPS today. You will get it in 2-3 days.

Thanks.

Ryan Gardner · September 13th, 2007, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danny Natovich

Ryan,

Your DvRigPro HD order will ship with UPS today. You will get it in 2-3 days.

Thanks.

Danny, again I just want to thank you for being so helpful and going so far out of my way. To anyone reading - buy this product for the customer service alone!

p.s. I should get the unit tomorrow and will surely be posted rave reviews before long.

Ian Lim · September 14th, 2007, 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryan Gardner

Danny, again I just want to thank you for being so helpful and going so far out of my way. To anyone reading - buy

I must second that. Danny's one of the best!

Tim Sargent · December 3rd, 2007, 05:18 AM

Will the DVrigPRO HD be suitable to hold my Sony FX1, SGpro 35mm Adaptor and rail system?

With regards to support, would it be such that I could balance it on shoulder and use left hand to focus, and right hand to start/stop recording on fx1?

Do you have a distributor in the UK?
If not, how long before I couldget my hands on one?

CHeers

Danny Natovich · December 3rd, 2007, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim Sargent

Will the DVrigPRO HD be suitable to hold my Sony FX1, SGpro 35mm Adaptor and rail system?

With regards to support, would it be such that I could balance it on shoulder and use left hand to focus, and right hand to start/stop recording on fx1?

Do you have a distributor in the UK?
If not, how long before I couldget my hands on one?

CHeers

The answer to all your handeling questions is YES.

We supply direct to the UK. You can place an on-line order at: www.dvtec.tv/store and we will ship next day.

Tim Sargent · December 3rd, 2007, 08:14 AM

Thanks Danyy - I've just ordered!!

Tim Sargent · December 5th, 2007, 07:35 AM

...and two days laters, its arrived.

What a brilliant service, thanks Danny and all at DVTEC.

Paul Joy · December 6th, 2007, 03:35 PM

I'd like to add my support for the delivery service from DVTEC.

I ordered a multirig Pro at 2:30 am on Wednesday, and it was delivered to my home in the UK today (Thursday)! I was quite surprised to see an expected delivery date of Friday but to have it delivered next day over that distance is amazing. If only a lot of the UK suppliers I use could get things here so fast!

Thanks loads to all at DVTEC, the rig is fantastic!

regards

Paul.

September 10th, 2007, 12:45 AM	#1
Ryan Gardner New Boot Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 8	DvRigPro HD - Where to Find OR Good Alternatives? I posted this in the general supports forums but then realized it may be better suited here - sorry for the crosspost if that's frowned upon: ________________ Hopefully someone can help me. I start filming my documentary any day now, and we hit the road for our 7 week trip on the 20th of this month. Due to issues getting the check cut from the label for funding, I wasn't able to put all my orders in with as much notice as I would have liked. That said, I can't find the DvRigPro HD anywhere! Does anyone know if its sold by anyone outside of Danny himself or the single retailer he lists for each country? It really seems like the best solution for what I will be doing (HVX w/ 35mm adapter, FF, 8" monitor, etc...) and I'd hate to settle for a lesser solution. The resellers in US ad Canada told me it's backordered and should be in by the end of the month. Danny said they're shipping in a week, but even that puts me in a precarious position for assuring I'll get it in time. If not, does anyone have a suggestion for a comparable solution? As far as I can see, my next best option is a Zacuto shoulder setup. While more expensive, its the only other option that seems to get positive reviews. I will have this camera on for hours each day and as a result really don't want to gamble on the support system. So....someone, please help! The budget is good, but I'm still value conscious (as shown by preferring the DvRigPro HD over the Zacuto - better bang for the buck according to the reports I've heard) and am trying to pick something that will do all I need. Thanks in advance! P.S. If anyone is willing to sell their DvRigProHD I would be eternally grateful. I would even be willing to put in an order to Danny to have a new one shipped to you as soon as they are available, if you prefer. Really, I'm open to discuss options.

September 10th, 2007, 03:59 AM	#2
Tony Spring Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: london UK Posts: 125	Have you seen the Pag Orbiter? Not sure it'll be right for your set-up though... __________________ www.springproductions.co.uk

September 11th, 2007, 03:00 AM	#3
Danny Natovich DV Rig Pro Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Tel Aviv Israel Posts: 216	Ryan, Your DvRigPro HD order will ship with UPS today. You will get it in 2-3 days. Thanks. __________________ www.dvtec.tv

December 6th, 2007, 03:35 PM	#10
Paul Joy Major Player Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Norfolk, UK Posts: 439	I'd like to add my support for the delivery service from DVTEC. I ordered a multirig Pro at 2:30 am on Wednesday, and it was delivered to my home in the UK today (Thursday)! I was quite surprised to see an expected delivery date of Friday but to have it delivered next day over that distance is amazing. If only a lot of the UK suppliers I use could get things here so fast! Thanks loads to all at DVTEC, the rig is fantastic! regards Paul. __________________ See my blog at www.pauljoy.com Last edited by Paul Joy; December 7th, 2007 at 05:34 AM.

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December 3rd, 2007, 05:18 AM	#6
Tim Sargent Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sunny Shropshire, England Posts: 58	Will the DVrigPRO HD be suitable to hold my Sony FX1, SGpro 35mm Adaptor and rail system? With regards to support, would it be such that I could balance it on shoulder and use left hand to focus, and right hand to start/stop recording on fx1? Do you have a distributor in the UK? If not, how long before I couldget my hands on one? CHeers

December 3rd, 2007, 08:14 AM	#8
Tim Sargent Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sunny Shropshire, England Posts: 58	Thanks Danyy - I've just ordered!!

December 5th, 2007, 07:35 AM	#9
Tim Sargent Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sunny Shropshire, England Posts: 58	...and two days laters, its arrived. What a brilliant service, thanks Danny and all at DVTEC.