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shock mounts
A little info on shock mounts please.
are there different basic types/designs? do they all use "rubber bands" to isolate the mic? is there one brand/type that's regarded as "the best"? I'm looking to mount a shotgun on-camera. thanks. bb |
Yes, you have the basic idea, as illustrated in this $30 consumer grade unit:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...ughType=search Notice that it's designed to mount in the cam's accessory shoe. But a hefty mic tends to flop around in rubber bands. So if you have a good mic, plan on paying more like $60 and get K-tek suspenders rather than simple rubber bands. This is a popular pro model, and is what I have: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...ughType=search You'll need a camera shoe adapter for the one above: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...ughType=search As you can see, B&H's online catalog is like an encyclopedia of product info. Also, they have good sales people so you can call and make sure your mic with fit the shock mount. |
Thanks for the reply.
Can you tell me what the difference is between the $30 consumer grade unit and the more expensive model? does the higher priced one isolate the mic better? or is it just more durable? Thanks. |
The Audio Technica kit that I pointed to comes with the standard rubber bands but adds a package of K-Tek suspenders.
The mount structure itself is better because of metal construction and adjustable height. Sound isolation is probably about the same with either type of suspender, but a mic will droop and flop around in rubberbands, and is subject to slipping out. K-Teks hold the mic securely and keep it pointing level and straight. |
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