Archive for March, 2006

Gloodle


Windows-only free app:

sampe imagesGloodle is "doodle with globs" — drawing using 3D shapes to create 2D images with a lot of richness, complexity, and depth.
Gloodle is a simple app that shows some hint of the immediate feedback that makes particleIllusion so fun and useable: in Gloodle you just …


Upgrade to Final Cut Studio


Apple is offering some good deals to get the whole bundle if you own a previous version of any of the individual apps:

Upgrade from…


Audio Technica AT892 headset


AT892 MicroSet™

Introducing a giant stride in the technology of inconspicuous sound. With a capsule diameter of just 2.5 mm, the new MicroSet provides the ultimate in low-profile, high-performance audio. This innovative omnidirectional condenser headworn mic offers an ergonomic under-ear design: its flexible, lightweight contoured loop hooks behind either ear for an ultra-secure, comfortable fit with or without …

  • The new quality/wearability standard for micro headset technology
  • Capsule diameter of just 2.5 mm for the ultimate in low-profile, high-performance audio
  • Inconspicuous, lightweight headset is ideal for applications requiring minimum visibility
  • Ergonomic under-ear design—flexible, lightweight contoured loop hooks behind the ear for an ultra-secure, comfortable fit with or without glasses
  • Industry-standard sound quality—extremely intelligible natural audio for stage and television talent, lecturers and houses of worship
  • Rugged construction designed to meet the challenges of day-to-day use in production and theater settings
  • 55″ (1.4 m) cable

Audio Technica AT892
Availability:
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Cabled for Sennheiser Evolution Wireless 3.5mm. Specify connection type during checkout if needed.

Price: $299.00

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SPECIFICATIONS

 
ELEMENT Condenser

POLAR PATTERN Omnidirectional

FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20-20,000 Hz

OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY –44 dB (6.3 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa

MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL 122 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.

SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO 60 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa

POWER REQUIREMENTS Voltage Range: 2.5-11V
Current Consumption: 0.1 mA typical @ 5V

WEIGHT Microphone, boom & earpiece: 0.08 oz (2.4 g)

DIMENSIONS Microphone: 0.32″ (8.1 mm) long,
0.11″ (2.7 mm) diameterBoom: 3.87″ (98.4 mm) long,
0.042″ (1.07 mm) boom diameter

CABLE 55″ (1.4 m), unterminated

ACCESSORIES FURNISHED Two windscreens; two element covers; clothing clip; moisture guard; carrying case

AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE M31

   

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How can I make my DVDs work the way I want in both DVD players and computers?


There have been a lot of questions from people who are unhappy with how their DVD video discs are working when played on computers and/or DVD players.

Here is a short list of differences:

  • Buttons rollovers do not work the same depending on what WinXP DVD player application is being used, or in Apple DVD Player


DVeStore’s Shotgun Shootout


This is the most amazing mic comparison on the internet! Listen to a variety of shotguns and compare the sound quality right on this page!
A good quality shotgun mic will zero in and "reach" a few feet directly in front of the mic while at the same time rejecting sound from the sides. This is great for …


Ardour


Ardour is a professional hard disk recorder and digital audio editor application released under the GNU General Public License as Free Software.


CinePaint


CinePaint is a collection of free open source software tools for deep paint manipulation and image processing. The generosity and commitment of its developers, users and sponsors make CinePaint possible. CinePaint is a collaborative project that spans the film industry, universities, and the open source community.


Maya


Maya Personal Learning Edition is a special version of Maya® software, which provides free access to Maya for non-commercial use. It gives 3D graphics and animation students, industry professionals, and those interested in breaking into the world of computer graphics (CG) an opportunity to explore all aspects of the award-winning Maya Complete software in a non-commercial capacity.


What is the best app to convert videos to iPod compatible format?


Our vote is:

http://dvcreatorslabs.com/dvccast

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How much should I charge?


We have had many questions on how much to charge for various jobs. When I first got into the biz almost 20 years ago, the standard for industrial video production (training, marketing etc.) was $1000 per finished minute. So a 20 minute piece would be $20,000, including planning, shooting and editing.

Nowadays there is no standard. Being …


How do I capture and hold viewer attention?


When planning a project, keep these helpful tips in mind.


Looking for writers


If you:

  • are an ambitious, enterprising, entrepreneur with sales, marketing and networking skills
  • are a clear, entertaining writer
  • have wide knowledge of  digital video production
  • like to keep up with developments in the digital video industry
  • have a good eye for basic web design


G-RAID hard drives


Firewire 800 based External Drives are showing that they are a great solution for high-speed storage. Traditionally we’ve always said to go internal for your drives and that is still your safest bet. But …


RODE 10ft. Aluminum Boompole and Accessories


RODE 10′ Aluminum Boompole (10′  Unavailable  KTEK KE-110)

 

 

RODE 10′ Aluminum Boompole

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HD-DVD players


Cnet’s HD-DVD player roundup.

more Info here