Michael J. Murphy Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 Hi- I've been shooting with my Sony HVR-Z1 since December of 2005 and didn't really have any film jobs coming in. So for a little while I decided I wouldn't need a microphone if I was just doing stock filming. Now I'm becoming more "noticed" and am starting to build up a network of possible clients. I was asked to shoot a wedding for my Spanish teacher, with me and the camera on the tripod on a balcony about 40 feet from the bride and groom. Luckily, the on-camera microphone picked up everything fine, but if I'm going to start doing this professionally, I need a microphone. So, here's what I need help with. I've studied up on mics and their pickup types (cardoid, bi-directional, hyper cardiod, etc.), each with its own advantage. I need a mic with the most flexibility in a given situation, whether the intended subject is speaking to the camera only six feet away or is about to kiss the bride forty feet away. I also have a self-set budget of $500. Any suggestions as far as type or even model? Thanks! Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Hughes Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 Sennheiser MKH60 short shotgun. You can find them used for about $1000. They don't get any better than this. You'll need a phantom power supply and a wind sock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael J. Murphy Posted January 27, 2007 Author Share Posted January 27, 2007 That would be great, but I specified a budget of $500. The camera has phantom supply and a windsock is easy to come by, but the budget is quite rigid. Thanks, though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Walter Graff Posted January 27, 2007 Premium Member Share Posted January 27, 2007 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller...egoryNavigation This mic kit is $500 and is a great all around mic to attach to a camera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael J. Murphy Posted January 27, 2007 Author Share Posted January 27, 2007 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller...egoryNavigation This mic kit is $500 and is a great all around mic to attach to a camera. Sounds great; I'll look into it. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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