[Bob Woodhead]

Been a fan for years of Killer Tracks. But SmartSound is coming on strong. And that’s RF, as opposed to KT, which is about $75/track for limited distro.

[Bob Woodhead]

I’ve had a Steadicam JR for many many years. (very similar) It’s AWESOME for shorter durations, maybe a few minutes max. Much past that and your hands/arms get tired… after a minute rest you’re ready to go again, but forget holding without a break for a extended shots, like you might with a shoulder-mount. Hold a 10 lb weight steady in front of you at a 45 degree elbow bend & see how long you last…. it’s about the same. Don’t let your elbow rest on your torso – that’s cheating.

[Bob Woodhead]

WOOF, the “just for cameras” command to stop motion. Yep.

[Bob Woodhead]

“Digitize!” Or, if it’s a union shoot, “Where’s craft services?”

[Bob Woodhead]

I don’t think DiscoveryHD will accept anything cut on an iPhone. Unless JVC announces it an a press release 1st.

[Bob Woodhead]

k = 1000 unstated is the units, which is watts.

[Bob Woodhead]

Always stuff on ebay. most lighting gear seems to hold it’s value; I’ve found that *roughly* 25-40% off retail is where it sells. I’ve gotten a number of fresnels, etc at reasonable prices & in great condition.

[Bob Woodhead]

Hey Bruce – what’s John Smith’s phone number? (wink wink)

Good post, very true.

[Bob Woodhead]

thanks

[Bob Woodhead]

Thanks Arthur – I’ll check with WH Platt, they seem to be the Panny shop in the SE.