Posted by Kill Bill on 09/26/06 22:30

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

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