rec.arts.movies.production.sound

On Oct 10, 10:18 am, "Courtney Goodin" wrote:
> If you are looking for sfx and footsteps I would mount the mic on the
> monitor Sled of the steadycam. There it won't interfere with the cameras
> operation and will be a good 2 feet from the camera noise. It will also be
> closer to the feet of the actors.. Use a directional (hypercardioid) mic
> and a good shockmount (no big windscreens) to help minimize the cameraman's
> footsteps. The Steadycam operator will grouse about having to re-balance
> his rig, but the small amount of weight should not make much difference
> since it is mounted on the counterweight. It is also less likely to pickup
> noise from the video assist transmitter that is usually mounted at the top
> or back of the camera.
>
> ---Courtney
>
> "Chris Howland" wrote in message
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> > Hey Everyone,
>
> > Quick question. I'm working on a feature where we have a steadycam
> > shot of a chase scene that runs down multiple hallways, stairways and
> > small doorways. No dilogue, just footsteps and heavy breathing from
> > the actors. I'm laving for the heavy breathing but I would love to
> > mount a Sanken CS-3e on the camera itslef. Does anyone know of any
> > hardware I can use to mount the mic on the Arri SR3 16mm camera.
>
> > Any help would be greatfully appreciated,
>
> > Chris Howland
> > lasoundmixer (at) mac DOT com
> > myspace DOT com slash lasoundmixer

I would suggest not even going there... that's what booms are for.
Next thing someone will want to mount a 20lb camera to the end of your
mic. I have seen this done with a multitude of "planted" mics...and
the wiring of talens should work as well... If i'm not mistaken an
Arri sr3 will sound like a jet taking off anyway...

J