[David C jones]

Ok, one more question (with all these questions, I really have no business using this mic…lol): in order to record seperate channels correctly, on the mixer, do I pan the mid-channel to the right and the side channel to the left? Or do I keep the mid-channel center and the side-channel to the left?

[David C jones]

Thanks everyone for the info :o)

Hi Ty-

Thanks for the advice. I was wondering about the polywave vs mono.

I’m using a Wendt X4 which can matrix the source or just the headphones. As far as I know, I’m not planning on ganging the channels. I talked to their post-sound mixer but I forgot to ask him about it. The fact that they’re using a post sound engineer tells me they’ll “mix it in post”.

Here’s another question…lol. I’m using the Remote Audio caxste25 stereo cable; one male XLR is red and the other is blue. Which one should go to channel 1 and which to channel 2?! I assume red is right-channel so, is that channel 1?

BTW I read your review of the MKH-418s on your site :o) I’ll post how I make out with it this week.

[David C jones]

Hi Greg,

Do you tape and/or broadcast your services? Or is the wireless system just for sound reinforcement? In any case, I know Lectrosonics has wireless systems that have 50mW and 100mW power. They are also rugged and dependable units. Their website is http://www.lectrosonics.com. From the home page, if you click on the box tited Worship Centers you’ll find some (hopefully) helpful information on systems. At least check out the R400A and LMa.

Dave

[David C jones]

Broadcast (and narrowcast) TV stations operate on the same frequencies as wireless mics. Because stations are going to be required to start broadcasting digitally, some of the analog frequencies (the stations currently use) are being sold off by the FCC, making it illegal to use your wireless transmitters on those frequencies.

[David C jones]

It could be an expensive problem for some.

I just talked to Lectrosonics about my two systems that fall on block 28. They told me they can change out my UCR-411a’s for $565 each, and my UM-400’s for $275 a piece.

However, they cannot change out any receiver that has been discontinued like the 200 series.

As far as Lectorsonics systems are concerned, it’s blocks 27 (above 700), 28, and 29. So if you have units made by others whos frequencies fall between 703.700 and 766.700 you might want to contact the maker and see if there is anything they will do for you.

[David C jones]

As far as wireless goes, you get what you pay for. That doesn’t mean that the less expensive ones won’t work for you. But it depends on how you’re using them.

If you’re going to be outside in sometimes unknown conditions, the Lectrosonics are the best choice. In my opinion, they’re the only ones really made to take abuse and rough conditions; these things are tuff! If money is an issue, then you would be better off finding some used ones on Ebay or from places like Trew Audio, Coffey Sound, or Location Sound Corp. than buying new stuff of lesser quality.

As far as your mixer question, it’s always better to keep mics on seperate tracks (or channels) as much as you can. It will give you more options in editing.

[David C jones]

Hi Marc

There was a question like this on the audio prifessionals forum, too.

There are a few makers of a dual wireless receiver. Sennheiser is not one of them. In addition to Zaxcom and Azden, there’s Lectrosonics, Sony, and Audio Technica.

Zaxcom is all digital; Lectrosonics is a digital-hybrid, but requires powering by the camera and you still have to have two transmitters (only one stereo unit with Zaxcom); Sony is also all digital, and, as far as I can tell, overall the most expensive. The Audio Technica is the cheapest and comes with two transmitters. I have not used any of these, yet, so I can’t vouch for them, just pass on some info.

Hopefully this helps :o)

[David C jones]

Hi Jessica

The HVX-200 (or any camera for that matter) will work with any wireless system. However, as far as I know, Sennheiser doesn’t make a dual channel wireless system (as of yet). Your choices are the Audio Technica 1800, Lectrosonics SR, Sony DWRS01/WWR862B and Zaxcom.

[David C jones]

For the Olympics Audio Technica supplied mics to NBC, including the AT-892 which is the headset mic you saw them using. Not sure if those carried over to NBC’s convention coverage but it would stand to reason that they did.

It also may depend on what network you’re watching; some may be using the AT while others are using the Countryman.

Remember the old way: talent wearing huge headphones with those EV mics that looked like handheld shotgun mics?

[David C jones]

If you’re recording a concert, you’ll most likely have to insert a pad (-10db or -20db), and make sure your limiter is turned on on the camera.

ALWAYS monitor off the camera while recording. Your meters may show you’re ok, but you can still be recording clipping and distortion. Invest in a good pair of headphones; they’ll save you in the long run.