Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. at DVinfo.net

Syd Hutchinson · November 24th, 2022, 11:01 AM

I am using am Audio Tecnica shotgun, very similar to the NTG1. When using the dead cat, the fur is visible in the top rigtht of the frame. The dead cat is pushed back as far as possible. I don't want to use the hot shoe as this is often holding a light. Has anyone found a solution to this problem apart from buying a new, shorter shotgun?

Allan Black · November 24th, 2022, 03:48 PM

How much of the dead cat appears in the frame Syd?

If it’s not much, you might be able to carefully trim it off while watching the picture. Or tape it up, or buy a smaller dead cat.
Cheers.

Syd Hutchinson · November 25th, 2022, 06:23 AM

It's probably too much showing to alter the dead cat. I can't get a smaller one because it would not cover the side slots of the mic.

Dave Baker · November 25th, 2022, 07:40 AM

I had a similar problem with a GoPro when mounting a Rode Videomicro and made a mount extender out of bought parts to move the fur out of frame. The GoPro is in a frame that has a cold shoe, so it is a cold shoe to cold shoe extension. Maybe you could find some bits to do something similar, shotgun mount to shotgun mount?

Or, get a double shoe adaptor and go that route.

I too have the HC-X1500, but without the handle. I like it very much.

Chris Soucy · November 25th, 2022, 02:56 PM

Would one of these move the mic far enough back to do the job?

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/407104-REG/Rycote_037306_Medium_Hole_Softie_Mount.html/overview/BI/2855/KBID/3801

The Rycote web site gives a view of it in use here:

https://rycote.com/microphone-windsh...-shock-mounts/

If the Dummy Mic Stub is too large for your mic holder you may be able to "bodge" a similar arrangement using a cheap mic holder and a home made DMS.

Just a thought.

Regards,

CS

Chris Soucy · February 4th, 2023, 04:41 PM

Note to Newbies: Forums need Feedback to Function.

Silence if most definitely not golden.

CS

Barry Lloyd · August 1st, 2023, 12:48 PM

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Christopher Young · August 6th, 2023, 05:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Syd Hutchinson

Has anyone found a solution to this problem apart from buying a new, shorter shotgun?

When I have run into that problem, depending on how bad it is, I've just used thin rubber bands crisscrossed over the fur to contain the errant areas that tend to be observed in shot. Not super elegant but does the job.

Chris Young

John Nantz · August 6th, 2023, 01:17 PM

Been using a cold shoe adapter on the cam hot shoe with a Røde SVM mic and a Rycote windscreen. The adapter raised the mic up almost an inch and back slightly so the windshield just misses the frame.

With the 'clamps' tightened it is solid.
Have used this setup for several years.

Tried to upload a small 3MG jpg of it but the system refused it.

Barry Lloyd · August 6th, 2023, 05:32 PM

You could try this with a longer microphone obviously. it can go highter if needed. I jut made a threaded stud for one end.

November 24th, 2022, 11:01 AM	#1
Syd Hutchinson New Boot Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eastleigh, UK Posts: 17	Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. I am using am Audio Tecnica shotgun, very similar to the NTG1. When using the dead cat, the fur is visible in the top rigtht of the frame. The dead cat is pushed back as far as possible. I don't want to use the hot shoe as this is often holding a light. Has anyone found a solution to this problem apart from buying a new, shorter shotgun?

November 24th, 2022, 03:48 PM	#2
Allan Black Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Sydney. Posts: 2,930	Re: Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. How much of the dead cat appears in the frame Syd? If it’s not much, you might be able to carefully trim it off while watching the picture. Or tape it up, or buy a smaller dead cat. Cheers. __________________ Drink more tap water. On admission at Sydney hospitals more than 5% of day patients are de-hydrated.

November 25th, 2022, 06:23 AM	#3
Syd Hutchinson New Boot Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eastleigh, UK Posts: 17	Re: Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. It's probably too much showing to alter the dead cat. I can't get a smaller one because it would not cover the side slots of the mic.

November 25th, 2022, 07:40 AM	#4
Dave Baker Major Player Join Date: May 2014 Location: Brandon, England Posts: 459	Re: Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. I had a similar problem with a GoPro when mounting a Rode Videomicro and made a mount extender out of bought parts to move the fur out of frame. The GoPro is in a frame that has a cold shoe, so it is a cold shoe to cold shoe extension. Maybe you could find some bits to do something similar, shotgun mount to shotgun mount? Or, get a double shoe adaptor and go that route. I too have the HC-X1500, but without the handle. I like it very much. Last edited by Dave Baker; November 25th, 2022 at 08:16 AM. Reason: Add info

November 25th, 2022, 02:56 PM	#5
Chris Soucy Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fairfield, Dunedin, New Zealand Posts: 3,691 Images: 18	Re: Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. Would one of these move the mic far enough back to do the job? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/407104-REG/Rycote_037306_Medium_Hole_Softie_Mount.html/overview/BI/2855/KBID/3801 The Rycote web site gives a view of it in use here: https://rycote.com/microphone-windsh...-shock-mounts/ If the Dummy Mic Stub is too large for your mic holder you may be able to "bodge" a similar arrangement using a cheap mic holder and a home made DMS. Just a thought. Regards, CS

February 4th, 2023, 04:41 PM	#6
Chris Soucy Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fairfield, Dunedin, New Zealand Posts: 3,691 Images: 18	Re: Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. Note to Newbies: Forums need Feedback to Function. Silence if most definitely not golden. CS

August 1st, 2023, 12:48 PM	#7
Barry Lloyd Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Bexhill on sea Posts: 40	Re: Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. deleted and reposted as new trhread Last edited by Barry Lloyd; August 2nd, 2023 at 03:07 AM.

August 6th, 2023, 01:17 PM	#9
John Nantz Trustee Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 1,254	Re: Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. Been using a cold shoe adapter on the cam hot shoe with a Røde SVM mic and a Rycote windscreen. The adapter raised the mic up almost an inch and back slightly so the windshield just misses the frame. With the 'clamps' tightened it is solid. Have used this setup for several years. Tried to upload a small 3MG jpg of it but the system refused it.

August 6th, 2023, 05:32 PM	#10
Barry Lloyd Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Bexhill on sea Posts: 40	Re: Mic mount on HC-X1500 handle too far forward. You could try this with a longer microphone obviously. it can go highter if needed. I jut made a threaded stud for one end. Last edited by Barry Lloyd; August 6th, 2023 at 06:04 PM.