Cheap Shotgun Mic:Takstar SGC-598 Review
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When we've talked about shotgun
When we've talked about shotgun microphones in the past, it has been from the perspective of a mid-range shotgun--the RODE NTG-2. We've had several requests for reviews of less pricey shotgun options so here's a quick look at the Takstar SGC-598, an approximately $40 USD mic that is designed to sit on top of your camera.
If you want great sound, we talk about how to place the mic much closer to your talent--yes, using the mic in a way it was not intended. Somehow the manufacturers of these lower-end mics seem to suggest that shotgun mics are supposed to sit on top of your camera. Checkout a sample here that shows why that is not the best approach to getting good sound and alternatives so that you can get much better sound!
Links to the gear we discuss in this episode:
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Takstar SGC-598 Shotgun Microphone:
Amazon: http://geni.us/c4E5i
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To mount the mic closer, I use this cold shoe stand for photo flash lights:
https://geni.us/GhvKtxC
and this clever little bendable tripod—the Supermount F Q-stand:
https://geni.us/o0AO
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Zoom H1 Handy Recorder:
https://geni.us/IST3
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RODE 3.5mm Audio Extension Cable 10 feet:
https://geni.us/am3suC8
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Mic Boom Stand to get that mic in closer to your talent:
https://geni.us/SppKNd
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This episode shot with the following:
- Nikon D600
- Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8 AF-D Lens
- Takstar SGC-598 Shotgun Microphone
- Zoom H1 Handy Recorder
- For voice-over clips: RODE NT1-A Condenser Microphone
- Focusrite Saffire Pro 24 DSP Audio Interface
- ePhoto 4500 Watt Softbox Kit
Music copyright Curtis Judd 2014
Ethics statement: Some of the links above are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, or other affiliate links.
If you want great sound, we talk about how to place the mic much closer to your talent--yes, using the mic in a way it was not intended. Somehow the manufacturers of these lower-end mics seem to suggest that shotgun mics are supposed to sit on top of your camera. Checkout a sample here that shows why that is not the best approach to getting good sound and alternatives so that you can get much better sound!
Links to the gear we discuss in this episode:
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Takstar SGC-598 Shotgun Microphone:
Amazon: http://geni.us/c4E5i
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
To mount the mic closer, I use this cold shoe stand for photo flash lights:
https://geni.us/GhvKtxC
and this clever little bendable tripod—the Supermount F Q-stand:
https://geni.us/o0AO
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Zoom H1 Handy Recorder:
https://geni.us/IST3
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RODE 3.5mm Audio Extension Cable 10 feet:
https://geni.us/am3suC8
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mic Boom Stand to get that mic in closer to your talent:
https://geni.us/SppKNd
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This episode shot with the following:
- Nikon D600
- Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8 AF-D Lens
- Takstar SGC-598 Shotgun Microphone
- Zoom H1 Handy Recorder
- For voice-over clips: RODE NT1-A Condenser Microphone
- Focusrite Saffire Pro 24 DSP Audio Interface
- ePhoto 4500 Watt Softbox Kit
Music copyright Curtis Judd 2014
Ethics statement: Some of the links above are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, or other affiliate links.
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