DVX User EVS Discount?

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[quote author=RCE link=board=nws;num=1092257019;start=0#14 date=09/05/04 at 17:30:09]I placed an order with Rush recently and I can't imagine anyone being more helpful. Thanks Rush![/quote]
Thanks RCE! ;D
 
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[quote author=TommyMack link=board=nws;num=1092257019;start=15#19 date=09/14/04 at 11:09:08]TM= Tommy Mack.  Give me a call when you need something again and I'll show a bit more love to make up for the DVXuser price on the Zoe. Tommy Mack[/quote]
Listen to the Great Tommy Mack, he is All-Knowing (and All-Loving ;)). Sometimes I wonder how we'd make it a day without Tommy cracking us up... ;D
 
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Just another post in support of what we already know. I ordered my first DVX on Monday, and Rush is the man! Ask him about the discount these days—it's even more friendly.
 
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[quote author=DVX100Shooter link=board=nws;num=1092257019;start=15#16 date=09/09/04 at 18:58:41]I just ordered a Zoom Controller from EVS but I failed to mention anything about a EVS discount oh well maybe next time.[/quote]

Ah, well, try my boat. Depending on what I order, any discount would be eaten up by the phone bill. (No toll-free from Europe)

Dan
 
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Let me also add my name to the 'I love EVS' thread!

I ordered my camera Tuesday night, recieved it Thursday morning, and saved a bunch of money off the B&H price.

I plan to ONLY buy my video gear from EVS from this point forward. They were THAT good.

Thanks again Rush!

David.
 
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I’m a complete video novice on the verge of purchasing the DVX or XL2 to shoot an indie feature. Stopped into EVS and the guys went out of their way to help. Actually took the 100a out for a spin in the parking lot and watched the tape on an in store monitor.

Nowadays I’m not accustomed to that superior level of service .It was great.

I’m a bit indecisive as it is, and it seems the 100a vs. the XL2 has turned into a Mac vs. PC style shootout with strong arguments on both sides.

Tommy had me leaning toward the 100a, but it was brought to my attention the canon is possibly the easier camera for a beginner to use.

Pros for the DVX seem to be:
1. Warm image
2. Looks more like film
3. Price
4. Less weight
5. proven results
6. Great audio
7. Good results in low light

Pros for the XL2 are:
1. Higher res image (but looks like video)
2. Interchangeable lenses
3. Easier operation (for a novice)
4. No need for an anamorphic lens – native 16:9
5. more impressive to look at

I need to make this purchase by the end of the week if possible, and I will certainly buy from EVS after noting their willingness to assist and educate a complete novice.

Any thoughts on the best way to go on this purchase? Thanks.
 
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OK.  I was going to buy the XL1S last year because of the multiple lenses thing.

Then I woke up one morning and realized that I couldn't afford a bunch of additional lenses.

And if I got to the point where I could afford additional lenses and whatnot, chances are I could also afford not using the XL1S, the 100A, or any other prosumer camera, but rather get a real pro camera.  Or just rent a fully-equiped DP.

Dan
 
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im going to get the dvx as soon as my loan is approved, i can't wait, evs doesnt have a finance thing does it? if so i'll do that
 
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The EVS Discount isn't a dealbreaker but it does take the dent out of shipping charges. The real advantage to buying from them is their hands-0n customer service. I recently had to return a defective item and I got an unsolicited call from Rush asking why it hadn't arrived yet - he had a new replacement waiting to ship in his hot hands!
Try getting that kind of service from B&H !!!!

chris
 
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Stefan,

As far as great audio goes, from what I've read, from other users, the XL2 also has outstanding audio. One drawback would be the lack of line-level, but that's doesn't matter so much depending on what kind of project you are shooting.

As far as low light is concerned, everything I've seen, and read, leads me to believe that the XL2 is superior to the DVX in low light. The DVX gets kind of noisy in low light (I know some people will dispute this), while everything I've seen from the XL2 looks amazingly clean. The footage posted on this site, by Johnnie from Austria, a couple of months back, is the best example of this I've seen; but there have been quite a few other clips that prove the XL2's low-light capabilities.

As far as the DVX's warm image is concerned, I can't argue there. Though I would say that a lot of that, and the film effects, can be done in post. I think the most important thing is obtaining a clean, noise-free image, which you can manipulate later on as many times as you want.

The number one tip I've heard is just to hold the cameras and see which feels best in your hands. Whichever feels most natural is the camera for you. And you really can't go wrong with either cam!
 
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Hey, The DVX100a works very well in low light. Thats why there are so many adjustments for image quality. Fine tune.
I've shot night scenes and the image looks awsome. But I must say I havent seen the XL2 except some photos so I really can't say anything negative about the 2. Go for what you think works for you. I do like the lens features with the XL2. Good luck.
 
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I'm hearing so much about EVS and of course synonymously with MR. RUSH! :D

Hell I feel like buying something just to see their customer service. But I must wait on my next paycheck and munch on these saltines and ketchup....

Well I live in NYC and I go to B&H to buy stuff but I've realized a few things:

a. The tax in NYC 8.625% kicks the living crap out of my wallet when ever I make a purchase bigger than 1 MQ tape.

b. It's cheaper to just pay a flat shipping fee from B&H to an out of state location (NJ) and drive over and pick it up from the post office...

c. The Holland Tunnel is 6 dollars each way. Plus Turnpike Tolls of about 4 dollars each way.

d. If I were to ship a mini DV tape, the shipping cost would be as much as the tape from B&H.

e. The people at B&H are sorta mean.

My last line of question would be this then:
I want to spend a good $1000-$1400 on a mic.
I think it might be the MKH-416 (a conclusion drawn with the help of other forum members).
Does EVS have this item w/ DVXUSER discount? Much thanks.

Also, if I were to drop by the store with my dvx100a, would I be able to test out these mics before purchasing. Or perhaps I do decide to go with the MK41 or something because I'm satisfied with its performance outside and I might need to exchange it or something. Would that be possible?

And also, like B&H the NY tax might kill me for the $1000+ purchase. I'll be paying big brother over $85 just so that I can have usable sound for my shorts. That's just ridiculous.

It'd be like asking every brain surgeon to donate a car to the Monster Trunk Fund Organization every time they perform surgery... well not quite and I'm not a liberal nazi or anything like that but I would like to know of the cheapest way to get the mic from EVS.

Thanks- cheers.
 
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I just spent 3 hours over at EVS today (well, three hours and three grand...) :D

Got to meet Rush and Cody and TommyMac. These guys are phenomenal. They let me test out anything I wanted to, for as long as I wanted. When I wanted to try a tripod that they didn't have a demo for, Rush said "oh, wait, I have my personal tripod out in the trunk of my car, it's that same model" and went and got it.

I've ordered from them through e-mail before, but this was my first time dealing directly with them. It was an exceptional experience in customer service. I can now even more heartily recommend EVS -- they truly are some of the "good guys" in the business.
 
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Yep, I just mentioned this in another thread, so I'll make it short:

I've dealt with EVS twice now, both times with Tommy. Very knowledgable, and if he doesn't know, he'll find out quick.

Everything I ordered had some kind of discount on it because of DVXuser ... I've heard nothing but great stuff about Rush, but just haven't had the pleasure of dealing with him yet.

From my experience with Tommy so far, though, I couldn't be more pleased. Which ever person you work with, EVS is the best!
 
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