[Paolo Zuniga]

no it’s an Audio-Technica AT8015 shotgun. Yes, I know that they both have low input issues when paired up. And yes, I also know that the Rode D-power is discontinued. What I’m trying to do is find a solution.

thanks

[Paolo Zuniga]

yeah all batteries/cables are new. I hooked up the mic to a friend’s studio preamp and the mic works great. It’s only when I hook it up with the h4n that I get low audio levels. I was hoping someone would have a suggestions as to whether there was a preamp adapter, or a specific shotgun mic that works well with the h4n.

any insight/suggestions would be appreciated!

[Paolo Zuniga]

Right on, thanks for the input! I think the reason I was struggling with the decision to downsize was because, despite its weight, it’s a VERY solid tripod and I’ve never had to worry about it tipping over during camera movements. But my concern was that if I did downsized, I would end up dealing with bigger issues than weight, like tipping, smoothness, etc..

I’m going to stick with my Tripod and look into a Monopod for those “on the go” moments.

Thanks again!

p

[Paolo Zuniga]

That was pretty much the case. Oh well, great lessons has been learned. Now I’ve got time to focus on my other editing projects.

Thanks again!

paolo

[Paolo Zuniga]

Thanks, Nick. That if is indeed a VERY big IF. The short film was pretty much a personal project (he was producer, director, lead actor (1 of 2 roles) and now, editor) for the purpose of kickstarting his stagnant career as an actor.

Anyways, from what I gathered, he felt that my choice in shots in the edit didn’t really showcase his talent. I made it known that my main goal was to create an edit that told a clear and engaging story, obviously, using the best takes. He didn’t care for that and decided he could do a better job.

Live and learn! Thanks again for the advice!

[Paolo Zuniga]

Got it. Thanks so much for your help. I’ve definitely learned a lesson in this.

[Paolo Zuniga]

Thank you all for the feedback/insight! Very helpful.

Ultimately, using the footage isn’t a big deal for me. As an aspiring editor, I’ve got other material I’m working on that I can add to my portfolio, some paid, some free. It was more about the principle. The fact that I worked hard on it and when I asked if I could use the work I’ve done thus far, for FREE, he reacted in such a threatening manner.

So anyways, I very much agree that I should take it as a lesson and move on.

BUT.. do any of you have suggestions on how I can prevent this from happening again?? I know things will happen sometimes, but are there any tips I should keep in mind for future work?

thanks again!

[Paolo Zuniga]

That’s what I though as well!

I guess I just want to make sure that even if I don’t have his final approval, I’m still in the right to use the edit work I’ve done for my personal reel.

Thanks!

[Paolo Zuniga]

oh yeah, my bad!

It turns out that because I had installed Logic BEFORE Final Cut, the system assumed that FC was already installed in my computer due to a slight overlap in programming. So the unchecked boxes (see above image) are what my comp assumed was already installed when it wasn’t.

Since I had just erased my drive and installed Snow Leopard, the only think on my comp was Logic. I figured I would just repeat the process, but this time install Final Cut FIRST, then Logic.

I have since done that and everything is working correctly!

[Paolo Zuniga]

figure it out! thanks