H4n or Rode video mic

Noob question: would something like the Juicedlink CX231 be able to 'bypass' the audio gain (ie. provide enough juice so that the camera doesn't have to crank up the gain)?
 
Michael Olsen said:
There's also the Zound Hotshoe from Zacuto. $193.
http://store.zacuto.com/Zound-Hotshoe.html
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There is seriously NO REASON Zacuto needs to charge $200 for a hot shoe mount.

This is whats frustrating to me regarding their pricing structure, they make decent quality products, which I will admit. They are very well machined, and hold up well, regarding their baseplates, and the Z-finder and charge somewhat debateably exorbitant pricing on their items. But this price gouging, regarding their accessories, such as articulating arms, hot shoe mounts, and quick release locks is unforgivable. I don't care if it has a lifetime warranty, I couldn't believe that you (Zacuto) is paying nearly 80% of those prices for manufacturing. I honestly doubt if that hot shoe mount would have cost them more than $40 to manufacture. I would love to see some of their manufacturing cost, because that is outrageous.
 
J. Odoms said:
There is seriously NO REASON Zacuto needs to charge $200 for a hot shoe mount.


It is so nice especially with the wine red head LOL.. ..I got mime free from Steve Weiss.. Thanks Steve!!! because they forgot to send me my zacuto eyepiece when he said they would... I cant imagine anyone would pay that for that mount...
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Sadly, the hot shoe mount makes folks doubt the validity of the entire Zacuto pricing structure. I'm reminded of Gucci handbags...
 
galbach said:
There is seriously NO REASON Zacuto needs to charge $200 for a hot shoe mount.


It is so nice especially with the wine red head LOL.. ..I got mime free from Steve Weiss.. Thanks Steve!!! because they forgot to send me my zacuto eyepiece when he said they would... I cant imagine anyone would pay that for that mount...
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Ha! I just saw those RedHeads today. Definitely buying the wine one as well. Is there a club I can join?
 
mhood said:
Sadly, the hot shoe mount makes folks doubt the validity of the entire Zacuto pricing structure. I'm reminded of Gucci handbags...
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Ahhh the old zacuto hot shoe mount?
I called them about that once ... does nothing for any setup because of handling noise.
If there was a shockmount built into it then it would be worth $200.
Right now you can do exactly the same with ...

$22.95 Rycote Hot Shoe Adapter LINK
$5.95 Bogen Female 3/8 to Male 1/4 LINK

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and you still get the same handling noise
 
galbach said:
Come on guys didnt you see Zacuto headquarters.... They need the money for that sweet office setup and production ... http://www.vimeo.com/6551454..
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When I saw that video a few weeks ago I immediately made a vow to never purchase a Zacuto product unless there really is no alternative. Not to take away from what they've done as a company because they're clearly thriving in a capitalist market, but I personally don't like being gouged and it really looks like that's what they're doing to me.
 
Perry Wilson said:
lol this thread sure did stray
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Oops! I got so fired up I forgot my response to the original post. Sorry for contributing to the diversion :)

I'd get the H4n now if you can afford it and are planning on getting it anyway - it'll give you time to get used to working with it before you start an actual production.

You may also find the H4n meets your needs for the time being which will allow you to invest in something other than the Rode later down the line.
 
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