Protected: Around the house/office
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Author: David Karon
David Karon is a Los Angeles, CA based Location Sound Mixer/Boom Operator.
When he's not on set you can find him downing massive amounts of coffee at local cafes, motorcycling, or complaining about how it's too cold (it really is, I'm not being a baby, sshhhhhhhh!)
My Neck, My Back, My Boompole…
My back hurts. Every day. Full disclosure, this has been the case since I was injured at work when I was 17 (got run over, super fun stuff, definitely ask me about it), but I think I can pretty confidently say that swinging a boom pole with an audio bag strapped to my chest, moving boxes and carts around, and otherwise being awesome- hasn’t helped … Continue reading My Neck, My Back, My Boompole…
Masks, Shields, Covid-19 and the Film/TV World
Are you working on Film and TV sets right now? Well screw you pal, you’re one of the lucky ones. Most of us have had maybe one or two days here and there but are otherwise stuck in this weird 4th dimension where we want to work, but want to be safe, but don’t know how, so no one’s shooting. Plus there’s so much conflicting … Continue reading Masks, Shields, Covid-19 and the Film/TV World
Synco, The Next Big Thing?
Is Synco’s Wireless System the next big thing in the Pro Audio game? Nope. Ease of use. That’s the thing that this system really has going for it. From unboxing to functioning at its best is a short trip. Open box, add batteries, plug into recorder, auto sync channels, dial in “volume” on the receiver, and go. So how is it so user friendly? … Continue reading Synco, The Next Big Thing?
Small Package, Big Thing: DPA 6060 Sub-Mini Lavs
There are products out that when you open them, they just feel right. Like when you unbox a MacBook or the open the door to that new car that’s just the right fit. This was how it felt when I unwound the 6060 for the first time. Smooth and light, with an unmistakable feeling of quality- exactly what I want from a lav. What I … Continue reading Small Package, Big Thing: DPA 6060 Sub-Mini Lavs
Tips and Tricks – DPA 4098
Recently I found myself with an opportunity to try out DPA’s 4098, a podium microphone, as a plant mic. The scene: a taxi driver with a passenger in the back seat. The dialogue was in arabic- so I didn’t understand a word, but I definitely heard them as clear as day. The 4098 is a super-cardiod, gooseneck mic and is available in a variety of … Continue reading Tips and Tricks – DPA 4098
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