rec.arts.movies.production.sound

On Feb 19, 2:39 pm, Damien Looney wrote:
> If you can, just rent what you need for the time being but if you need
> to buy cheap then look at stuff like this and add other basics like a
> mic mount and dead cat from Rode as you see fit/ie/?gk=mikk&cbcid=1409&art...
> It's a very cheap and cheerful set-up that will at least get you away
> from depending on the on-board mic that you may have and give you some
> chance of getting some clean audio. Just use this film as an
> experiment and see if you like the process. If you do then invest in
> better gear when you can, and if you hate film making then you've only
> lost a few hundred dollars. At least having the gear will be a way to
> keep practising your micing and booming techniques!
>
> I've got to be completely honest here and say that I've never used the
> above mic and the pole that's in that kit looks like it will be very
> harsh on handling noise but it may just be enough to get you through
> this.
>
> If you're still not sure about buying gear then look for any local
> film schools as you may be able to get a sound student on-board and
> also get the use of the film school equipment.
>
> Best of luck,
>
> Damien

I agree with Damien, Find a local film school or sound program and get
a student to help you they will bring school gear where are you
shooting?