Confused on XLR Shotgun mic Assesories. at DVinfo.net

Kyle Fasanella · June 19th, 2005, 12:41 PM

I have never bought a XLR mic and I cant seem to find any newbi help on it.

I have a Z1u and I am looking to buy this highly directional mic.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...u=73096&is=REG

If I bouht that from B+H what else would I need to use it? windscreen? power? or could I use the camera power?(I rather use that) how about cables to connect to the XLR inputs?

Im sorta confused on that section. I dont want to buy the mic and find I can't even use it.

Sean M Lee · June 19th, 2005, 03:21 PM

In addition to the ME67 capsule
you'll need the K6 module - $239
and a male-female XLR cable they list a basic one for $17.49
a windscreen is a plus if shooting outside, and a zepplin is nice if it's windy.

Kyle Fasanella · June 19th, 2005, 05:10 PM

is there any other shotgun mics I can get for this camera only need power from the camera? (SO I dont have to buy the expensive power)

Kyle Fasanella · June 19th, 2005, 05:43 PM

im thinking of getting the highly recomended AT 897

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...=300615&is=REG

If I get this kit will I be able to use it without buying anything else? besides my Z1.

Marco Leavitt · June 19th, 2005, 06:19 PM

The AT897 is a nice mic, but I wouldn't call it highly directional, and its not intended to be.

Kyle Fasanella · June 19th, 2005, 08:03 PM

well does it need a battery. or is there a mic that is good and highly directional that needs no power for th Z1U?

Pete Bauer · June 19th, 2005, 08:16 PM

Kyle,

The AT897 can either use Phantom power or an AA battery. It comes with a basic foam windscreen. Audio Technica has a general information area with some great info:

http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/si...77e/index.html

It's a quick read and most worth the short time it'll take to read. Once you're through that, you can look at the specs for the 897 and other mics and understand how the mics differ from one another.

You'll probably want a couple of XLR cables of differing lengths for on-camera and off-camera use, a mount (often a basic Beyerdynamics mount is bundled with the mic by the retailer), maybe a "fishpole," and for outdoor work probably a "fuzzy" such as a Lightwave. The "fuzzies" ain't cheap.

Enjoy -- I've been very happy with mine!

Marco Leavitt · June 19th, 2005, 08:56 PM

I think the ME67 is the most directional mic you're going to find that doesn't require phantom power. You don't often need a long gun though.

Kyle Fasanella · June 19th, 2005, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marco Leavitt

I think the ME67 is the most directional mic you're going to find that doesn't require phantom power. You don't often need a long gun though.

I dont see anywhere to buy it where it says you DONT need phantom power.

Pete Wilie · June 20th, 2005, 12:03 AM

Kyle,

I think the AT897 is an excellent mic for the money. Do a search on "AT897" and you will find many posts concerning this mic. Many prefer it over the very well known Sennheiser ME66.

But you should first clearly establish how you want to use the mic. Be aware that no shotgun mic is good for INTERIOR shots. For that the AT3031 would be much better. Almost all shotgun mics are designed for either outside use, or in large rooms where echos are not a problem.

For more insight on this, search/browse the Now Hear This forum.

Marco Leavitt · June 20th, 2005, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kyle Fasanella

I dont see anywhere to buy it where it says you DONT need phantom power.

All of the ME series mics accept either the K6p (phantom only) or K6 power module, which has an internal battery.

Kyle Fasanella · June 21st, 2005, 01:40 AM

if I get the AT897 will I NOT need to get any other expensive powering assessory? If so I will get that.

If I do have to buy something else with the AT897 I will just get the me67 with power.

Marco Leavitt · June 21st, 2005, 06:33 AM

The AT897 has its own power supply, but you will still need an XLR adapter. These range from about $20 to $150 or so.

Sean M Lee · June 21st, 2005, 07:23 AM

why does he need an XLR adapter? He's using a Z1 not an FX1.

Marco Leavitt · June 21st, 2005, 07:40 AM

Sean,
Whoops. You're right. For some reason I thought he didn't have phantom power. That opens a whole new range of possibilities.

June 19th, 2005, 12:41 PM	#1
Kyle Fasanella Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 66	Confused on XLR Shotgun mic Assesories. I have never bought a XLR mic and I cant seem to find any newbi help on it. I have a Z1u and I am looking to buy this highly directional mic. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...u=73096&is=REG If I bouht that from B+H what else would I need to use it? windscreen? power? or could I use the camera power?(I rather use that) how about cables to connect to the XLR inputs? Im sorta confused on that section. I dont want to buy the mic and find I can't even use it.

June 19th, 2005, 08:16 PM	#7
Pete Bauer Wrangler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Eagle River, AK Posts: 4,100	Kyle, The AT897 can either use Phantom power or an AA battery. It comes with a basic foam windscreen. Audio Technica has a general information area with some great info: http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/si...77e/index.html It's a quick read and most worth the short time it'll take to read. Once you're through that, you can look at the specs for the 897 and other mics and understand how the mics differ from one another. You'll probably want a couple of XLR cables of differing lengths for on-camera and off-camera use, a mount (often a basic Beyerdynamics mount is bundled with the mic by the retailer), maybe a "fishpole," and for outdoor work probably a "fuzzy" such as a Lightwave. The "fuzzies" ain't cheap. Enjoy -- I've been very happy with mine! __________________ Pete Bauer The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science. Albert Einstein Trying to solve a DV mystery? You may find the answer behind the SEARCH function ... or be able to join a discussion already in progress!

June 21st, 2005, 01:40 AM	#12
Kyle Fasanella Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 66	if I get the AT897 will I NOT need to get any other expensive powering assessory? If so I will get that. If I do have to buy something else with the AT897 I will just get the me67 with power. Last edited by Kyle Fasanella; June 21st, 2005 at 02:41 AM.

June 19th, 2005, 03:21 PM	#2
Sean M Lee Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indy Posts: 160	In addition to the ME67 capsule you'll need the K6 module - $239 and a male-female XLR cable they list a basic one for $17.49 a windscreen is a plus if shooting outside, and a zepplin is nice if it's windy.

June 19th, 2005, 05:10 PM	#3
Kyle Fasanella Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 66	is there any other shotgun mics I can get for this camera only need power from the camera? (SO I dont have to buy the expensive power)

June 19th, 2005, 05:43 PM	#4
Kyle Fasanella Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 66	im thinking of getting the highly recomended AT 897 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...=300615&is=REG If I get this kit will I be able to use it without buying anything else? besides my Z1.

June 19th, 2005, 06:19 PM	#5
Marco Leavitt Inner Circle Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Albany, NY 12210 Posts: 2,652	The AT897 is a nice mic, but I wouldn't call it highly directional, and its not intended to be.

June 19th, 2005, 08:03 PM	#6
Kyle Fasanella Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 66	well does it need a battery. or is there a mic that is good and highly directional that needs no power for th Z1U?

June 19th, 2005, 08:56 PM	#8
Marco Leavitt Inner Circle Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Albany, NY 12210 Posts: 2,652	I think the ME67 is the most directional mic you're going to find that doesn't require phantom power. You don't often need a long gun though.

June 20th, 2005, 12:03 AM	#10
Pete Wilie Major Player Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 331	Kyle, I think the AT897 is an excellent mic for the money. Do a search on "AT897" and you will find many posts concerning this mic. Many prefer it over the very well known Sennheiser ME66. But you should first clearly establish how you want to use the mic. Be aware that no shotgun mic is good for INTERIOR shots. For that the AT3031 would be much better. Almost all shotgun mics are designed for either outside use, or in large rooms where echos are not a problem. For more insight on this, search/browse the Now Hear This forum.

June 21st, 2005, 06:33 AM	#13
Marco Leavitt Inner Circle Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Albany, NY 12210 Posts: 2,652	The AT897 has its own power supply, but you will still need an XLR adapter. These range from about $20 to $150 or so.

June 21st, 2005, 07:23 AM	#14
Sean M Lee Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indy Posts: 160	why does he need an XLR adapter? He's using a Z1 not an FX1.

June 21st, 2005, 07:40 AM	#15
Marco Leavitt Inner Circle Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Albany, NY 12210 Posts: 2,652	Sean, Whoops. You're right. For some reason I thought he didn't have phantom power. That opens a whole new range of possibilities.