Not sure what you refer to so here is my answer to the two items that I thi=
nk you might refer to.
Mozzie net - Nope. As I said, I weigh it down with rocks and branches so th=
ere's no flapping. The only distracting noise I have recorded occasionally =
is from the tip of the umbrella which sometimes gets caught in the mozzie n=
et and when I try to remove it while recording it makes a little tearing/po=
pping noise from when it comes loose.
Small umbrella - yes, a bit if held horizontally directly in front of the m=
ics as a windshield (note: I had to cut off the little velcro strip that wr=
aps around it for storage because that was definitely flapping). However, m=
ost of the time I can stop the minimal flapping of the umbrella by just hol=
ding the nylon and giving it some more tension, so no problems there. When =
it gets so windy that I can't prevent recording noise from all the protecti=
ve gear it is usually time to pack up anyway as that's pretty much the poin=
t when the danger of gear getting damaged from the wind blowing it or the p=
atio umbrella over becomes too big. I've had a close encounter and I'll be =
storing my gear and especially the mics away first thing next time! Nothing=
happened but it was close.
Cheers,
Eric
On 07/03/2013, at 12:16 PM, Peter Shute <> wrote:
> Doesn't it flap in the wind?
>
> Peter Shute
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From:
> > On Behalf Of Eric Fassbender
> > Sent: Thursday, 7 March 2013 1:40 PM
> > To:
> > Subject: [Nature Recordists] Re: Cleaning and preventing fly
> > sounds in recordings
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi,
> >
> > I just felt that I owed all of you a response to your
> > suggestions in regards to preventing flies in recordings. So
> > here it is, even if belated :)
> >
> > My current solution:
> >
> > On Facebook
> >
> > https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=3D504319572951789&set=3Dpb
> > .147092948674455.-2207520000.1362622723&type=3D3&theater
> >
> > On website
> >
> > http://www.australian-nature-sounds.com/pictures/P1010182.JPG
> >
> > But as you may see this is only a solution when I'm
> > travelling to the location by car. For remote locations I
> > have another solution ...
> > As you can see in the picture, I also carry a small umbrella
> > with me (on the ground). This is mostly to protect my gear
> > and myself from unexpected rain or provide shade, however,
> > the Rode NT5's are very sensitive to wind, even with a blimp
> > and windjammer fur. So the umbrella occasionally doubles as
> > an extra windshield in very strong wind conditions. Yes, the
> > sound quality is reduced, however, in high wind situations
> > this minimal reduction in quality does not bother me that
> > much. The sound of the wind in the trees is definitely loud
> > enough to make up for some other effects.
> >
> > However, apart from using the small umbrella for rain and
> > wind protection, I also use it for fly protection now. I have
> > purchased the cheapest and lightest mozzie net on eBay (so it
> > adds absolutely minimal weight and bulk to my pack and if it
> > rips I won't be stressed) and I hang this over the umbrella
> > which I then hold over the microphones. That keeps the flies
> > away far enough so their sound is reduced so it is almost
> > inaudible :) In a high wind situation I just weigh the net
> > down with rocks or branches. Good training for the hand and
> > shoulder muscles, too ;)
> >
> > Thanks again for your input :)
> >
> > Eric
> >
> > On 29/01/2013, at 12:48 AM,
> > wrote:
> >
> > > E-Mail group of individuals interested i Group
> > > 5 New MessagesDigest #5689
> > > 1aRe: Using Phantom Power with Sennheiser K6 Module by
> > "Gianni Pavan"
> > > gpavan1960 2aminidiscs? by "Debbi B." dgbrusco
> > > 2bRe: minidiscs? by "jtudor2005" jtudor2005
> > > 3aRe: Blimp wind cover for ME66 by "vickipowys" vpowys
> > > 4aRe: Cleaning and preventing fly sounds in recordings by
> > "vickipowys"
> > > vpowys
> > >
> > > Messages
> > > 1aRe: Using Phantom Power with Sennheiser K6 Module Sun Jan
> > 27, 2013
> > > 8:33 am (PST) . Posted by:"Gianni Pavan" gpavan1960in my experience
> > > the K6/ME66 combination is noisier when operated on batteries,
> > > moreover, they produce narrow peak above 25 kHz (variable
> > in different
> > > units). see the plots at the end of web page
> > > http://www.unipv.it/cibra/res_techtest_uk.html
> > > My K6 units have been serviced by sennheiser but the peaks did not
> > > disappear.
> > >
> > > Gianni
> > >
> > > 2013/1/27 Jerry Berrier
> > > >
> > >
> > > > **
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Does it matter whether I use the built-in battery on the K6 or
> > > > 48-volt power from my recorder?
> > > >
> > > > Jerry Berrier
> > > >
> > > > 508-735-4420
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
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> > > Universit=E0 degli Studi di Pavia Via Taramelli 24, 27100 Pavia
> > > http://www.unipv.it/cibra http://mammiferimarini.unipv.it
> > >
> > >
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> > > (5) . Top ^ 2aminidiscs?
> > > Sun Jan 27, 2013 1:03 pm (PST) . Posted by:"Debbi B."
> > dgbruscoI have a couple of recorders and mic that I haven't
> > used in a long time.
> > > Does anyone still use minidiscs(i.e. would it be worth
> > trying to sell
> > > them?)?
> > >
> > > Sony MZ-R50
> > > Sony MZ-NH1
> > > Sony ECM-MS957
> > >
> > > And if anyone is interested in these, please let me know.
> > >
> > > Thanks.
> > >
> > > Debbi
> > >
> > >
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> > > (2) . Top ^
> > > 2bRe: minidiscs?
> > > Sun Jan 27, 2013 1:25 pm (PST) . Posted by:"jtudor2005"
> > jtudor2005They are probably more useful for that time when
> > you have a need to transfer something from mini-disc to
> > another format.
> > >
> > > I often get requests for transfer from tape to CD and my
> > old tape (but well maintained) recorders come into use.
> > >
> > > --- In
> > , "Debbi B." wrote:
> > > >
> > > > I have a couple of recorders and mic that I haven't used
> > in a long time.
> > > > Does anyone still use minidiscs(i.e. would it be worth trying to
> > > > sell them?)?
> > > >
> > > > Sony MZ-R50
> > > > Sony MZ-NH1
> > > > Sony ECM-MS957
> > > >
> > > > And if anyone is interested in these, please let me know.
> > > >
> > > > Thanks.
> > > >
> > > > Debbi
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
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> > > (2) . Top ^
> > > 3aRe: Blimp wind cover for ME66
> > > Sun Jan 27, 2013 10:35 pm (PST) . Posted by:"vickipowys"
> > vpowysPeter,
> > >
> > > My response may be too late but I'll send it anyway.
> > >
> > > I have an ME66 which I use in the field with a slip-on Rode
> > Softie and
> > > handle, very useful but it will catch some wind rumble. I make sure
> > > the area of the on-off switch is also covered with furry
> > fabric as it
> > > is sensitive to wind, for some reason. You can use an
> > ordinary comb to
> > > brush the softie hair, you don't need a special brush. It
> > is important
> > > that the fur not be matted and that it should bend in the wind and
> > > 'confuse' the wind rather than stop it dead.
> > >
> > > If I am looking to get a really good lyrebird recording
> > with no hint
> > > of wind rumble then I use a full Rode blimp with the ME66
> > plus handle
> > > on a monopod. The fact that the blimp completely covers the back of
> > > the mic and the cable attachment, and is rounded at the
> > front, are all
> > > positives. I have the furry cover but never need to use it,
> > instead I
> > > have found that the mesh cover, plus a green furry mohair
> > cover (good
> > > cammo) are all that I need.
> > >
> > > Mostly I use the softie simply because it is quicker, lighter and
> > > easier but the full blimp is fantastic for certain situations.
> > >
> > > Vicki
> > >
> > > On 22/01/2013, at 8:25 AM, Peter Shute wrote:
> > >
> > > > My experience with the foam and fur on the ME66 hasn't
> > been good in
> > > > stronger winds. After hearing so many comments to the
> > contrary, I'm
> > > > wondering if my problems are due to an inadequate furry
> > cover. I'm
> > > > not even sure what type it is, it came with the second
> > hand ME66 I
> > > > bought. I've always thought the fur seemed too short, so perhaps
> > > > just replacing the cover would have done the job.
> > > >
> > > > However, unfortunately the blim is now ordered, so I'll
> > get to see
> > > > what it can do. I had been thinking of the possibility of
> > an NT4 in
> > > > the future, so it won't go to waste.
> > > >
> > > > Or, thinking of having tolug it around, maybe I should
> > exchange it.
> > > > What's the best model of furry cover that will go over the foam?
> > > >
> > > > Peter Shute
> > > >
> > >
> > >
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> > > (22) . Top ^
> > > 4aRe: Cleaning and preventing fly sounds in recordings Sun Jan 27,
> > > 2013 10:47 pm (PST) . Posted by:"vickipowys" vpowysHi Eric,
> > >
> > > Flies that land on your mics are pretty much impossible to
> > remove with
> > > audio editing altho you can modify them a little with
> > something like
> > > RX.
> > >
> > > I agree with Dan, the best bet are those folding clothes
> > hampers made
> > > with fine mesh which would stop the flies actually landing on the
> > > mics. That way you will hear the flies as part of the
> > environment but
> > > without the intrusion of 'landing in your ears'. Another
> > thing I used
> > > to try was a piece of lightweight cotton cloth, give that a light
> > > spray with aerogard, then drape it over the mic rig, there would be
> > > just enough scent to stop the flies landing on the rig but
> > not enough
> > > to damage any equipment.
> > >
> > > It's all very well for Andrew to say 'don't record in areas where
> > > there are flies' but one of the most beautiful locations I
> > came across
> > > in Kakadu for recording Little Shrike-thrush was laden with large
> > > stripey purple flies, obviously the birds liked to eat
> > them. I rested
> > > the mic rig on a log and gently waved a leafy branch back
> > and forth to
> > > stop the flies landing, whilst dreaming up a foolproof fly
> > net for my
> > > next visit!
> > >
> > > Just a few ideas,
> > >
> > > Vicki
> > >
> > > On 21/01/2013, at 10:54 AM, Eric Fassbender wrote:
> > >
> > > > Hi all and thanks for welcoming me to the community.
> > > >
> > > > I currently live in Darwin, Australia so most of my recordings
> > > > feature sounds from the tropical north. If you are
> > interested, feel
> > > > free to have a listen on my website or on Soundcloud
> > (details below).
> > > >
> > > > One problem that I often face are flies that mess up my
> > recordings
> > > > (being in Australia's outback, flies are a very common
> > occurrence).
> > > > Does anyone have suggestions on a) how to remove the
> > nasty buzzing
> > > > sounds from existing recordings or (and this would be even more
> > > > helpful) b) how to prevent flies in recordings in the first place?
> > > >
> > > > In regards to a) my current approach is to just chop the
> > bits where
> > > > the flies are too dominant but in some recordings that
> > means that I
> > > > not only lose 70% of the recording but it is also a whole heap of
> > > > work where the 3 minute outcome does not justify the 6 hours of
> > > > editing. The problem is that the buzzing sound goes right
> > across the
> > > > frequency spectrum from about 300 Hz to about 3KHz. It would be
> > > > great if someone had a suggestion on how I can remove or
> > mask this
> > > > annoyance.
> > > >
> > > > In regards to b) I've been thinking about all sorts of
> > > > constructions, like mozzie nets that can be installed around the
> > > > microphones or some sort of repellent to keep the flies away,
> > > > however, the problem with mozzie nets is that the
> > additional weight
> > > > and stuff that I have to carry and the time it takes to set
> > > > everything up does again not seem to justify the result. And
> > > > apparently there is no fly repellent that really works,
> > so that just
> > > > seems to be pouring money down the drain for something
> > that is very
> > > > likely to not work. Plus, I wouldn't want to spray any
> > chemical on
> > > > the windjammers anyway.
> > > >
> > > > My recording gear includes a Marantz PMD661 with a pair
> > of matched
> > > > Rode NT5's. The NT5's are very sensitive and not normally
> > the best
> > > > choice for even slightly windy situations, however, when combined
> > > > with a blimp and windjammer they create a brilliant and authentic
> > > > stereo image of the locations. I am very happy with this
> > setup as it
> > > > is very compact and the quality of the recordings is very
> > good too.
> > > > It's just the bloody flies that I need to get rid off. So
> > if anyone
> > > > has some recommendations or tricks on how to remove flies from
> > > > existing recordings without compromising too much of the actual
> > > > desired sounds or on how to prevent flies from entering the
> > > > recording space in the first place, that would be much
> > appreciated.
> > > >
> > > > I look forward to hearing from you,
> > > >
> > > > Eric
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Website: www.australian-nature-sounds.com
> > > > Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/australiannaturesounds
> > > >
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