Thanks for that ng, I wasn't sure about NTG-1/2's but I'm beginning to warm to
them. In the main I'd use those for 'ambient' sound I think form what I have
read plus it would standardize the mic's on all cameras, something the factory
fitted ones are not.
FYI, both prime cameras have phantom supplies so the NTG-1 looks like the
winner.
Regarding a more directional mic, I was thinking the Sennheiser K6 with the
ME66 or ME67 module?
Thanks again for taking the time to reply.
Regards
Ron
--- In "ng2307" <> wrote:
>
> In my personal experience the NTG-1s have an interesting quality/price ratio.
> Their self noise (18dbA) is not very low but reasonable and the overall
> quality is really good. I never had a problem using them. IMHO I don't see
> any need for dual power (NTG-2) if your camera supplies phantom power: NTG-1
> are less expensive and more compact.
>
>
>
> --- In "rterry_uk" <rterry_uk@> wrote:
> >
> > Hi all,
> >
> > Haven't paid a visit here for ages, other things have overtaken for a while
> > now but things are getting back to normal and so I'm able to move forward
> > again with my interest in filming wildlife.
> >
> > So, I've just purchased some cameras which come with on-board stereo mics
> > which, as you can imagine, are ok for just general recording but leave a
> > lot to be desired for anything like wildlife and nature. The cameras also
> > come with another external, camera mount, mono 48v Phantom mini shotgun
> > mics which is an improvement but again not brilliant.
> >
> > What I'd appreciate is any feedback on suggested alternatives to the camera
> > mount mics. The Rode NTG1/2 have been suggested and are within my budget,
> > also Audio Technica AT875. I am aware of the AT875 and NTG1 being phantom
> > supplied and the camera does support that but I've been told, rightly or
> > wrongly, that it would be best to go for a duel power source, ie. phantom
> > and 1.5v AA type battery.
> >
> > My aim is to have ambient sound recorded in stereo but at times have a mic
> > that will capture 'that birds song' or the sniffing and noises of badgers
> > as they go about searching for food, just a couple of examples.
> >
> > Of course keeping distance from the subject is important as I'm sure you
> > are all aware, so it's a case of the best I can do given my budget.
> >
> > Many thanks in advance
> >
> > Regards
> >
> > Ron
> >
>
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