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Posted by Ty Ford on 09/27/06 08:29
On Tue, 26 Sep 2006 18:30:52 -0400, Kill Bill wrote
(in article <wShSg.5326$GR.4389@newssvr29.news.prodigy.net>):
> Richard Crowley wrote:
>> "Bill" wrote ...
>>> In all the discussions of wireless and shotgun and pre-amps, etc., I can't
>>> recall seeing a solid recommendation for a simple, wired lapel mic, for
>>> interviewing someone indoors in a quiet room, suitable for minidisc or
>>> camcorder with a mic-in plug. I like the lapel mics because the subject
>>> will be more at ease without having to hold or speak into a large handheld
>>> mic.
>>>
>>> This is probably a no-brainer, so obvious that it is rarely discussed.
>>> That's why I missed it. Anyone?
>>
>> Or perhaps rarely discussed because it is like asking what
>> is the best car, or camera, or hamburger, or whatever.
>>
>> The Audio-Technica AT 831b seems to be popular IME.
>> OTOH, I have used $5 "computer mics" with equal success.
>> The guys who do big-time TV & feature film sound over on
>> news:rec.arts.movies.production.sound have regular
>> discussions about this question (never with any clear winner).
>
> My personal opinion.. The 'Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3'. I use it about
> 97% of the time on the set. Costly, but great all around.
>
> Bill
On a set yes. In a living room or kitchen, not necessarily.
To see and hear why, check the "Ty Ford Mic Tutorial Video.mp4" video in the
Video Folder of my online archive.
Reards,
Ty Ford
-- Ty Ford's equipment reviews, audio samples, rates and other audiocentric
stuff are at www.tyford.com
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