Azden 330 ULT SUCKS! Sound cuts out while recording!

[Raf Erosa]

Look. I dont know if you work for or are connected with Azden, but you seem to defend them quite a bit. I am not dumb. I figure I fought in 2 wars (Dessert Shield and Dessert storm), and I was an audio engineer for a well-known Nashville artist. So I am getting REALLY PISSED by your cursory attitude. Batteries where Duracells, purchased in America, fully charged. All this crap about where batteries were purchased is a bit asinine. The batteries were fine. Azden was simply CRAP!

[Richard Crowley]

Huh? I’ve never owned or used any Azden gear, nor would I ever use any. But even the best equipment won’t perform properly if not used properly.

I would have though that “an audio engineer for a well-known Nashville artist” would know better than to CONTINUE shooting if they couldn’t monitor the audio and/or if the signal were KNOWN to be cutting out during shooting. I still cannot imagine ANY legitimate excuse for that. Sorry if you find that offensive. I believe it says more about you than it says about me.

[Ty Ford]

Richard,

Actually, they made a pretty good stab at a shotgun recently. It’s not a 416, but it’s one of the first mics I’ve seen out of Azden that could lay claim to the term “pro.”

Regards,

Ty Ford
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[Raf Erosa]

I have seen numerous types of AT models.. Audio Technica ATW-1813C … I am a bit squimish to buy new. I really want a dual channel. Can you give me a list of moodel numbers you guys would personally recommend. (Yes I know SENs g3 is an AUTOMATIC 1st place. But is there a dual channel option?) or just get 2 Sens? What should I look out for in the specs when getting a wireless mic system?)

I must say, this has been quite the adventure. None of my ind friends could advise me on this. SO you guys have been a great help. (well, except one)

[Chris Tompkins]

My Lectrosonic wireless is my first go to.
Then I have a Sennheiser G3.

Look to ebay for affordable Lectrosonic wireless. You won’t be disappointed.

Chris Tompkins
Video Atlanta LLC

[John Fishback]

In line with what Richard said, the G3 has an Easy Setup that will scan the local frequencies for interference and give you choices of the best freqs to use.

John

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