Topic: Shockmount/T-bar question

[olyrc]

With new mics that won't fit into my mini-mic T-bar, I'm looking at options that will allow freedom for different configurations.

I came across this one which is basically the same as my flexible mini-bar, but adds shockmounts:

http://www.soundprofessionals.com/cgi-bin/gold/category.cgi?category=search&item=SP-GNA-5&type=store

I'm wondering if anyone else has used/is using this type of bar, and what positives or negatives you've experienced.

Any help or recommendations are appreciated!

[DaryanLenz]

What kind of mics?

Daryan

[Brian Skalinder]

What are your new mics?

The shockmount shown in that pics looks like the AT8415.  A good shockmount, I've used them before.  Also popular are the AT8410A.  A pair of either is a great start and runs around $80-100/pr.

IMO, you're better off skipping the flex-bar at SP and picking up a Shure A57M vertical stereo bar (~$50), or an AKG KM235 bar ($25).

[olyrc]

What kind of mics?

Daryan

Oktava MC012

[Brian Skalinder]

What kind of mics?

Daryan

Oktava MC012

They're pretty standard size SD mics.  Check out the archival section (ahem ) for shockmount and stereo bar options:

Stereo bars:

http://www.taperssection.com/yabbse/index.php?board=14;action=display;threadid=2458

Shockmounts:

http://www.taperssection.com/yabbse/index.php?board=14;action=display;threadid=2457

[olyrc]

What kind of mics?

Daryan

Oktava MC012

They're pretty standard size SD mics.  Check out the archival section (ahem ) for shockmount and stereo bar options:

Stereo bars:

http://www.taperssection.com/yabbse/index.php?board=14;action=display;threadid=2458

Shockmounts:

http://www.taperssection.com/yabbse/index.php?board=14;action=display;threadid=2457

Yeah, my bad.  I guess I just didn't look enough before I started this thread, but I didn't find anything on the SP flexible bar anywhere.

Thanks though.

[Simp-Dawg]

that sp flexible bar looks good for one configuration to me...split omnis.  
as for mounting the oktavas, basically any standard shockmount will work, i use the sabra-soms and while they are easily breakable pieces of crap, they work well in their purpose.  the at8410s are my next mounts for these mics i think.  

[Kindguy]

I got some tensimount shocks for the time being. They were less than 30 bucks shipped for 2. A good cheep alternative for now.

I use them with a akg tbar & a rapido quick release from sonicsense to run configs.

everything above was under 60 bucks. Not bad IMO


Here are some pics of the tensimount.  

http://www.taperssection.com/yabbse/index.php?board=20;action=display;threadid=5077

[olyrc]

I got some tensimount shocks for the time being. They were less than 30 bucks shipped for 2. A good cheep alternative for now.

I use them with a akg tbar & a rapido quick release from sonicsense to run configs.

everything above was under 60 bucks. Not bad IMO


Here are some pics of the tensimount.  

http://www.taperssection.com/yabbse/index.php?board=20;action=display;threadid=5077

Do you ever have problems with those mounts slipping out of the mic clips?  I know they're cheap, but are they pretty functional?  $30 for two sounds too good to pass up right now.

[Kindguy]

Do you ever have problems with those mounts slipping out of the mic clips?  I know they're cheap, but are they pretty functional?  $30 for two sounds too good to pass up right now.

No not at all. they fit tight in the 480 clips & also have 2 bands that slip around the clip to hold it. They are very functional.

I like them.

[olyrc]

Do you ever have problems with those mounts slipping out of the mic clips?  I know they're cheap, but are they pretty functional?  $30 for two sounds too good to pass up right now.

No not at all. they fit tight in the 480 clips & also have 2 bands that slip around the clip to hold it. They are very functional.

I like them.

Cool.  Just ordered the same setup.

[smanky]

hmm... those look pretty good for the cash... did you get them with clips or did you just buy your own clips?  And would you advise an extra pack of bands?  I too would like the at8410's but they're a bit pricey for me right now, so I'm currently running shockless (not something I really like to do).  How fast do they ship? Got a show in a week.

[olyrc]

hmm... those look pretty good for the cash... did you get them with clips or did you just buy your own clips?  And would you advise an extra pack of bands?  I too would like the at8410's but they're a bit pricey for me right now, so I'm currently running shockless (not something I really like to do).  How fast do they ship? Got a show in a week.

I got a message saying mine were shipped the very next day.  I ordered the clips just because they were cheap and extra gear is never a bad thing, right?

If you're looking for at8410a's, dmonterisi's got a pair for sale in the yard sale:
http://www.taperssection.com/yabbse/index.php?board=7;action=display;threadid=5629

[smanky]

ok, cool, thanks for the info.  Right now I can't spend $75 on gear, especially w/ school about to start up again, and having been sick for the past week, I missed 3 days of work that was scheduled (part time no sick pay) and missed the opportunity to pick up 3 additional shifts, and the scheduling meeting for the next two weeks, which means I'll get the left overs  But it would be nice to have something for next weekend, and I might be able to swing $35.

[olyrc]

ok, cool, thanks for the info.  Right now I can't spend $75 on gear, especially w/ school about to start up again, and having been sick for the past week, I missed 3 days of work that was scheduled (part time no sick pay) and missed the opportunity to pick up 3 additional shifts, and the scheduling meeting for the next two weeks, which means I'll get the left overs  But it would be nice to have something for next weekend, and I might be able to swing $35.

Yeah, I couldn't pass up the $35 mounts myself.

[olyrc]

Do you ever have problems with those mounts slipping out of the mic clips?  I know they're cheap, but are they pretty functional?  $30 for two sounds too good to pass up right now.

No not at all. they fit tight in the 480 clips & also have 2 bands that slip around the clip to hold it. They are very functional.

I like them.

+t for the info.  My mounts showed up this weekend and look like they're going to work great (as soon as my t-bar shows up anyway).

[smanky]

Do you ever have problems with those mounts slipping out of the mic clips?  I know they're cheap, but are they pretty functional?  $30 for two sounds too good to pass up right now.

No not at all. they fit tight in the 480 clips & also have 2 bands that slip around the clip to hold it. They are very functional.

I like them.

+t for the info.  My mounts showed up this weekend and look like they're going to work great (as soon as my t-bar shows up anyway).

Hey, how long did they take to show up, I ordered mine on the 18th and they're STILL not here.... I'm kinda pissed.

[Kindguy]

I remember getting mine super quick. Like 3 days after I ordered.....Sorry that sucks.

[smanky]

yeh I emailed and I haven't gotten a response and I called and I haven't gotten a response yet either  

[olyrc]

Do you ever have problems with those mounts slipping out of the mic clips?  I know they're cheap, but are they pretty functional?  $30 for two sounds too good to pass up right now.

No not at all. they fit tight in the 480 clips & also have 2 bands that slip around the clip to hold it. They are very functional.

I like them.

+t for the info.  My mounts showed up this weekend and look like they're going to work great (as soon as my t-bar shows up anyway).

Hey, how long did they take to show up, I ordered mine on the 18th and they're STILL not here.... I'm kinda pissed.

The came pretty quick.  I think it was 4 or 5 days.  I paid with paypal.  I also got responses to e-mails pretty quickly.  I think it is kind of a one-man operation, so he may be on vacation or something - at least that would be my guess.

[smanky]

ok, you're right, he finally emailed me back yesterday saying he was away and he'd send it out asap.  Hopefully I'll have it this week then.  

[olyrc]

Just FYI:

I did have problems getting the tensimount mic clips onto the AKG bar - one side was basically flapping in the wind because I couldn't get it down tight enough.  Went to the local music shop and got some $4.99 Peavey clips and they did the trick (and seem a little more sturdy).