Post pics of your rigs here...

[ATL Media Group]

Let's see what you edit and shoot with! Post pics here.
Here's mine:
http://www.atlmediagroup.net/files/new_i7.jpg

:smile:

[MadHMC150]

You really work at that desk? its too clean :)

[Everts]

That's what I thought to lol !

[ATL Media Group]

heh... Ya.. I try to keep it clean. Every night after an edit, I pick it up before bed.

[Ed Kishel]

http://www.imperialrabbit.com/rig1.JPG

http://www.imperialrabbit.com/rig2.JPG

http://www.imperialrabbit.com/rig3.JPG

http://www.imperialrabbit.com/edit1.JPG

http://www.imperialrabbit.com/edit2.JPG

http://www.imperialrabbit.com/edit3.JPG

a DOF project cam and my autographed copy of "The Evil Dead" :grin:

[ATL Media Group]

Sweet! Saw the Evil Dead at the dollar theater when it first came out. Love the series.

[green thumb]

ugh i need 3 monitors!

[tony240sx]

This is it so far. Editing, Im only rocking a MB Pro.

[ATL Media Group]

Hey, that's sweet man!

[tony240sx]

Thanks. Follow focus, mattebox, and shoulder rig will hopefully be not too far off.

[shaun1970]

Here's my setup,,, a tad messy, gotta go through all my stuff and sort it out before I get busy with video work again shortly.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o143/shaun1970/setup1.jpg
http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o143/shaun1970/setup2.jpg
http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o143/shaun1970/setup3.jpg
http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o143/shaun1970/setup4.jpg
http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o143/shaun1970/setup5.jpg

[andythefilmer]

Well I am actually a DVX-er only, but I thought I would share. I will post pics of my editing desk when my iMac gets out of the shop.
http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx328/andythefilmer/DSC00523.jpg
http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx328/andythefilmer/DSC00526.jpg
http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx328/andythefilmer/DSC00527.jpg
http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx328/andythefilmer/DSC00530.jpg
http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx328/andythefilmer/DSC00532.jpg

[andythefilmer]

http://www.imperialrabbit.com/rig1.JPG

http://www.imperialrabbit.com/rig2.JPG


a DOF project cam and my autographed copy of "The Evil Dead" :grin:

On your HMC rig, what is that thing on the back of the shoulder pad? It is XLR linked so probably a mic receiver yes?

[Ben_B]

Gh1 editing setup:
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs136.snc1/5808_1149598773603_1036590222_30477117_7259850_n.j pg
http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs156.snc1/5808_1149598813604_1036590222_30477118_737418_n.jp g
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs156.snc1/5808_1149598853605_1036590222_30477119_5736390_n.j pg

[Ed Kishel]

On your HMC rig, what is that thing on the back of the shoulder pad? It is XLR linked so probably a mic receiver yes?

correct- samson wireless lav receiver

[Everts]

http://www.dvxuser6.com/uploaded/37373/1250785152.jpg

http://www.dvxuser6.com/uploaded/37373/1250785279.jpg


http://www.dvxuser6.com/uploaded/37373/1250785697.jpg
This was supposed to be my off day !

http://www.dvxuser6.com/uploaded/37373/1250785495.jpg

[Dafilman21]

I love the hat!

[Ed Kishel]

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o143/shaun1970/setup5.jpg

looks like you have a century mattebox- why not use that instead of the 150's stock hood?

[shaun1970]

looks like you have a century mattebox- why not use that instead of the 150's stock hood?Yeah, I will eventually, I bought that for my DVX, when I do some proper outdoor stuff with my HMC it'll be fitted. I'm actually going to buy another one!

[averan]

cost was less than $20 in parts.
concept same as the Fig Rig, but without the annoying curvature that makes it impossible to set the rig down on the ground.

i'm amazed by how stable this rig is. and its much lighter than a steadicam without the arm/vest support to take the weight off!

someday i'll attach focus/zoom/iris controls to the handles and maybe even extra LED lights.

the short tail piece at the back is to brace against my hip, chest or shoulder when i need a third point of contact or some rest.

i placed the vertical handles at the camera's center of balance both from front-to-back as well as bottom-to-top. unlike shoulder mounts, this positioning gives me much better balance (like the Fig Rig) and keeps the whole thing from being unbalanced and top-heavy.

http://www.dvxuser6.com/uploaded/42319/1250813441.jpg

[JJ_HomeFri]

averan - creative! is that your concept or did you find it somewhere?

[matt s.]

yeah i agree. thats the best pvc figrig adaptation i have seen.

[Everts]

averan great job , but I would try to spray it black somehow.
When I see pvc I just think about.....hmmmm poop, but that just might be me.
Again nice rig !

[averan]

averan great job , but I would try to spray it black somehow.
When I see pvc I just think about.....hmmmm poop, but that just might be me.
Again nice rig !

lol! yeah, i at least covered part of the handles with gaffers tape. just haven't cared enough about looks to do anything more yet.

the rig is made of only 2 types of parts, pvc tubes and joints and one 1/4" bolt.
note the offset/curve of the handles coming out the sides....that was necessary to leave room for my hand to fit into the camera grip while still keeping the handles at the center balance point.

originally, i attached the vertical handles by inset screws thinking that i might want to be able to change the configuration/angle of the handles for different setups.

but then i discovered that this one configuration works pretty much all the time so i just glued it all together permanently; except for the rear brace that is. that part just slides on/off so that i can screw the camera onto the rig.

i'd love to upgrade this by figuring out how to attach a tripod quick release plate for easier switching from the pvc rig to a tripod.

[averan]

averan - creative! is that your concept or did you find it somewhere?

my own idea, inspired by the Fig Rig, shoulder rigs and other diy designs.

i knew i'd use pvc because of its cheap price, light weight, strength and easy connectability.

the first version of it was built for the small Canon HG10 and was a simple T shape and the handles were tilted slightly forward of vertical.

then when i got the hmc150 i had to make the handles wider apart and introduce a kink in the T to accommodate my hand fitting into the camera grip.

brought the grip on the set of a short film i ACed on last weekend and the cam operator (hvx200) asked to try it out on a handheld chase scene. he was surprised and pleased by how well it worked, especially compared to using a shoulder mount.

i also put those short elbow joints on the tops of the handles to give me a little grip for low camera angles.

on another note...
i also experimented with putting my LP Micro on the end of my monopod and boomed it into some dark scenes for a little extra key or fill. it worked really well, especially since we weren't able to light everything because of limited equipment, time and no easy way to suspend lighting where we needed it.

[matt s.]

averan just screw a quick release plate onto the rig with the screw you are using for the camera.thats what i did when i first made a home made rig.

[averan]

but i'd like to be able to quickly release the camera with the plate and transfer to a tripod. screwing the plate onto the rig, i'd still have to then screw the camera onto the plate, and then i'd have no quick release ability.

[jeff9329]

Extra points to Everts for having headphones to monitor audio and a CRT monitor to check colors.

[Everts]

Extra points to Everts for having headphones to monitor audio and a CRT monitor to check colors.


LOL, I thought no one here would notice ......
My speakers are down the table & the old crt monitor does come in handy .
And I always use headphones to the final audio mix.

[matt s.]

but i'd like to be able to quickly release the camera with the plate and transfer to a tripod. screwing the plate onto the rig, i'd still have to then screw the camera onto the plate, and then i'd have no quick release ability.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/554151-REG/Manfrotto_by_Bogen_Imaging_357_357_Pro_Quick_Relea se.html#reviews

the base screws onto the rig. plate to camera. especially handy if you are already using bogen heads.

[MadHMC150]

Here is a couple shots of one of the cams on a custom made figrig - other on a monopod or jib:

http://www.cflbars.com/images/figrig-concert.jpg

http://www.cflbars.com/images/figrig-concert2.jpg

[DavidH977]

I have a HMC150 and I'm new to this rig thing. What is the flap over the lens for? Also, you rig for the HMC looks sweet. Can you explain what the set up is?

[Thomas Lew]

Shucks. Am I the only one who just has the hmc and nothing else really? lol

Maybe tomorrow I'll post a picture of my insanely messy college apartment room editing setup. Going to be quite funny in comparison to everybody else's.

[DavidH977]

no I only have a HMC and nothing else as well. I don't know what to get first. Steadicam is what I'm eyeing?

[MadHMC150]

I have a HMC150 and I'm new to this rig thing. What is the flap over the lens for? Also, you rig for the HMC looks sweet. Can you explain what the set up is?

The flap I think you are talking about is french flag - also used on a matte box setup. Its really just a big shade (best for sun) but can also block out lens flares etc.

Are you asking about my setup? Most of that info is in my signature. These 2 pics have my new design of the 'fig rig' which is a great stabilizer for the cost and weight. I also have a wireless receiver, rode ntg1 mic, jib and monopod in these shots.


After the camera comes the good tripod and a mic, then from there its what your 'needs' are for your production work.

[Superfresa66]

Are you asking about my setup?

Is that a headset on you ear, or you just are a hairy dude? the reason I'm asking is because i been looking to get some 2 way radios for multi-cam jobs, and was curious on witch would be a good choice! :)

[Thomas Lew]

Is that a headset on you ear, or you just are a hairy dude? the reason I'm asking is because i been looking to get some 2 way radios for multi-cam jobs, and was curious on witch would be a good choice! :)

MADHMC please respond with hairy dude cause that would seriously make my day. :happy:

[MadHMC150]

lol... I am pretty hairy.. but its not me haha

I haven't found any 2 ways that i have liked - I started a thread about that.. let me dig it up.

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=167180&highlight=headset

[Superfresa66]

thanks for the link, i been thinking on getting some cobra or motorola radios for a while... the units for videographers are overrated in my opinion (some have bad reviews and cost a lot more).
I'll let you know if they work or not!

[MadHMC150]

That's what I used (midland)... works great if you are out in the boonies but in a real production environment I get some static, problems with staff hearing me and interference...

what about something like this? http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10603494

[Superfresa66]

Is this what you have? http://www.frys.com/product/5597540?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

[MadHMC150]

Nah 4 of these: http://www.frys.com/product/5806833?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

with these: http://www.frys.com/product/3817697?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG (i think)

The ones you posted look pretty nice... what you going with?

[Superfresa66]

I'll probably try the ones i posted, thinking of getting 2 sets (4 radios) need them to talk to other cameras, but most important to get photographers out of the way =)
My only concern is getting any kind of static on the cameras, or getting problems with the wireless systems we use!... I will probably pick a Zoom H4N as well to use as Audio Backup!

[MadHMC150]

since i went with a mac ::cough cough:: I ordered the mbox 2 and going to do most of my recording in protools, sweeet program.

I do like the Zoom H4N, seen it mounted to a t1i over in the 5D section...

[Superfresa66]

What about regular events, like weddings? are you going to be using that setup as well?... another great option is to get voice recorders for wireless backup (maybe clipping both to groom for vows)
I will do some testing beforehand!

[MadHMC150]

Prob not at a wedding... i just meant for an external audio recorder most likely for live concerts... I have a little digital recorder (with lav) and wireless lav's for weddings... Also try to xlr into the board or dj...

Vows are important, might want to re-record them separately to make sure....

saving up for a good wireless lav set... this 1 was recommended to me... http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/564558-REG/Azden_325ULT_325ULT_Dual_Channel_Portable_Wireless .html

[DPStewart]

Prob not at a wedding... i just meant for an external audio recorder most likely for live concerts... I have a little digital recorder (with lav) and wireless lav's for weddings... Also try to xlr into the board or dj...

Vows are important, might want to re-record them separately to make sure....

saving up for a good wireless lav set... this 1 was recommended to me... http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/564558-REG/Azden_325ULT_325ULT_Dual_Channel_Portable_Wireless .html
OUCH!

Those babies got some BAD reviews on the B&H website in the link.

Seems there's no way around the cost of good LAV sets.

[MadHMC150]

OUCH!

Those babies got some BAD reviews on the B&H website in the link.

Seems there's no way around the cost of good LAV sets.


Yeah saw that... and the cheaper 305 single channel lavs gets better reviews? i doubt that in reality... I am open to others of course, but this set was recommended by someone in the wedding industry for 20 years.

[Superfresa66]

I have an Azden 500UDR and the lav and XLR-plug... Great system, always put a fresh set of batteries before a day's work (i use high mA rechargeable batteries) and i have no complaints, other than it needs 6AA for the receiver and the transmitters use one 9Volt

I have also use the 200 series and they were problematic, (but other friends have the 200 series and they work good for them)

The way i see it is, if you go with Azden don't get the entry level units, but in the higher level they got some great products


I should also mention that I'm looking to get a set of Sennheiser wireless mics (i like the size and quality of those units) The Azden 500UDR that i have is a little on the big side. A friend that owns a Sennheiser tells me that it looks like a VCR next to the camera =( but it works great!

[ArtByHumanDotCom]

Time to make some sweet film :)

Anyone heard of the Texas Mile?

[MrBeta]

^^^^

Yes I have but I've never been. I'd love to go and watch. Is it open to spectators or a VIP event??

[masterdave]

the camera came in a few days ago.

http://www.edgemediacentral.com/dvxuser/IMG_0124.jpg

[ArtByHumanDotCom]

^^^^

Yes I have but I've never been. I'd love to go and watch. Is it open to spectators or a VIP event??


Apparently it is open to spectators

[mikkowilson]

http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx328/andythefilmer/DSC00523.jpg
http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx328/andythefilmer/DSC00526.jpg


What's that unit plugged into the zoom+s/s port? Looks like some sort of wireless remote receiver?

- Mikko

[MadHMC150]

http://halorig.com/images/stories/halorig-hd-kit-onmonopod2.jpg

[Everts]

I need to get me one of those short NTG 2 mic's

[MattRobertson]

My new rig:

http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs125.snc3/17278_309583497497_693607497_4589907_8021577_n.jpg

Me filming football:

http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs084.snc3/15150_226491487497_693607497_4161998_4386759_n.jpg

[kalapakiboogie]

15542

[andythefilmer]

15542

Nice... I like the slider. What kind of moniter do you have on that thing? What 35mm adapter/lens?

[kalapakiboogie]

Nice... I like the slider. What kind of moniter do you have on that thing? What 35mm adapter/lens?

Hi, thanks. The monitor is an Ikan 8 inch HDMI and the 35mm adapter is a Letus 35 Extreme with canon EF lenses (50mm F1.4, 28mm F1.8, and 85mm F1.8)

[shaun1970]

Nice stuff Matt, looks like you got the Libec DV950 pod. I have one of those along with an LS382a. Libec stuff is rock solid.

[Lenaic]

[quote=Edweirdo;1717914]http://www.imperialrabbit.com/rig1.JPG


I'm looking for a shoulder mount for my HMC who accepts remote controller (varizoom one) and i really like this ones setup from the first page of this thread. is it a DIY ? if not which company produces it ? thanks a lot for the help Xxx

[MadHMC150]

nice shoulder rig... id like to know too

[Lenaic]

In case some others were wondering about this shoulder rig, i've searched a bit around and i've seen this one which looked familiar and i think the one i'm asking about on my post just above is a modified one based on this one :


http://cgi.ebay.fr/Gliders-Shoulder-support-for-hvx200-ex1-xl1-7d-5d-hv30_W0QQitemZ170442638256QQihZ007QQcategoryZ81794 QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m444QQ_trkparmsZalgo %3DCRX%26its%3DC%252BS%26itu%3DSI%252BUA%252BLM%25 2BLA%26otn%3D5%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D774327142941311 1299

(http://cgi.ebay.fr/Gliders-Shoulder-support-for-hvx200-ex1-xl1-7d-5d-hv30_W0QQitemZ170442638256QQihZ007QQcategoryZ81794 QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m444QQ_trkparmsZalgo %3DCRX%26its%3DC%252BS%26itu%3DSI%252BUA%252BLM%25 2BLA%26otn%3D5%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D774327142941311 1299) (http://cgi.ebay.fr/Gliders-Shoulder-support-for-hvx200-ex1-xl1-7d-5d-hv30_W0QQitemZ170442638256QQihZ007QQcategoryZ81794 QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m444QQ_trkparmsZalgo %3DCRX%26its%3DC%252BS%26itu%3DSI%252BUA%252BLM%25 2BLA%26otn%3D5%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D774327142941311 1299)

and looks like this http://dvcity.com/dve/ is their official site.

(http://cgi.ebay.fr/Gliders-Shoulder-support-for-hvx200-ex1-xl1-7d-5d-hv30_W0QQitemZ170442638256QQihZ007QQcategoryZ81794 QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m444QQ_trkparmsZalgo %3DCRX%26its%3DC%252BS%26itu%3DSI%252BUA%252BLM%25 2BLA%26otn%3D5%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D774327142941311 1299)

[MadHMC150]

Hey good find, India is really coming up with a cheap version of everything.

Wonder how sturdy it is? Blue handles got to go :P

[Ed Kishel]

In case some others were wondering about this shoulder rig, i've searched a bit around and i've seen this one which looked familiar and i think the one i'm asking about on my post just above is a modified one based on this one :


http://cgi.ebay.fr/Gliders-Shoulder-support-for-hvx200-ex1-xl1-7d-5d-hv30_W0QQitemZ170442638256QQihZ007QQcategoryZ81794 QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m444QQ_trkparmsZalgo %3DCRX%26its%3DC%252BS%26itu%3DSI%252BUA%252BLM%25 2BLA%26otn%3D5%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D774327142941311 1299

(http://cgi.ebay.fr/Gliders-Shoulder-support-for-hvx200-ex1-xl1-7d-5d-hv30_W0QQitemZ170442638256QQihZ007QQcategoryZ81794 QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m444QQ_trkparmsZalgo %3DCRX%26its%3DC%252BS%26itu%3DSI%252BUA%252BLM%25 2BLA%26otn%3D5%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D774327142941311 1299)

and looks like this http://dvcity.com/dve/ is their official site.

(http://cgi.ebay.fr/Gliders-Shoulder-support-for-hvx200-ex1-xl1-7d-5d-hv30_W0QQitemZ170442638256QQihZ007QQcategoryZ81794 QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m444QQ_trkparmsZalgo %3DCRX%26its%3DC%252BS%26itu%3DSI%252BUA%252BLM%25 2BLA%26otn%3D5%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D774327142941311 1299)

that photo is of my rig and yes it's called the "gliders" from India. According to dvtec.tv it's a copy of their 1st gen shoulder support. I was very suprised at how well it works and is made. The shoulder bar is steel, the front bars are aluminum, and the joints are ABS. My biggest gripe is the stitching on the shoulder pad is a little rough in places, but for this price I didn't expect a Zacuto.

Nice people too- when I emailed them about a part that was sticking, instead of sending me a replacement part they sent me a brand new unit. Now I have two of them :shocked: dhanyavad cinecity!

I modified it a bit- added some velcro fasteners and changed out the blue foam grips. The most important part is actually the shock absorber (not pictured). It takes out all the jerks from your footsteps.

http://www.thecinecity.com/tcc/product.php?productid=181&cat=3&page=1

[Lenaic]

Thanks for the indormation, I'm gonna give a try to this "Glider" rig and a Matte Box from this dvcity.com shop. With some modifications and at this price this shoulder rig cannot be that bad i guess.

[Elmy]

http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/7881/p1000511.jpg (http://img708.imageshack.us/i/p1000511.jpg/)

[kicap]

[quote=Edweirdo;1717914]http://www.imperialrabbit.com/rig1.JPG


I'm looking for a shoulder mount for my HMC who accepts remote controller (varizoom one) and i really like this ones setup from the first page of this thread. is it a DIY ? if not which company produces it ? thanks a lot for the help Xxx


Based on the above post of yours, could you sent me the picture again? I just want to reconfirm.

By the way, did you get the Glider SHoulder mount from the Indian company? How is it?

[kicap]

Elmy,

Is that MatteBox and the shoulder support from the Indian DVCITY shop too?

[Elmy]

ya it is.