How are you mounting mic receivers on the HPX170? at DVinfo.net

Jon Doughtie · September 9th, 2011, 10:07 AM

How are you mounting wireless mic receivers on your HPX170?

I have a Samson UHF Series One system I still use, though I hope to upgrade to a better quality mic pair in the future.

If it were a bigger camera, this would be easy - get the plate that sandwiches in the Anton Bauer gold mount, ancillary pieces, and off you go.

But here - any solutions, perhaps using the screw mount on top?

Blessings,

Jon

Tom Klein · September 10th, 2011, 07:54 PM

I use rubber bands, big red ones... My Mic receiver is only on for short bursts so that suits me, Rough but ready..and fast...If I were using it constant i'd bracket mount it from the hot shoe.
I have an inbuilt Azden wireless on my older bigger P2 cam (SPX800) that is great just clip on antennas when needed.
Mount for what suits you, just make sure the cable dosen't go over your lens, mine had at times, so reversed receiver to stop that from happening.

goodluck
tom k.

Robert Turchick · September 10th, 2011, 11:37 PM

I don't have a 170 though I have used one. The mount I have is universal as it's meant to go in the shoe mount. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/328035-REG/Sennheiser_CA2_CA2_Shoemount_Adapter.htmlI put Velcro on it to make it hold a bit better.

Dan Brockett · September 11th, 2011, 08:03 PM

John:

Bracket 1: Video Camera Bracket system for Mounting Wireless Microphone Receivers and Accessories to your camcorder or SLR

Really simple, this is by far the best setup, I bought one when I was shooting a ton of BTS footage for FOX and had to figure out how to mount two good sized Lectrosonics receivers to the 170. I am actually doing a shoot tomorrow with my own AT-100s using this.

You'll love it.

Dan

Kevin McRoberts · September 12th, 2011, 08:48 AM

I use J-Rod's Twin Mount, bought when they offered a HVX version. It replaces the stock mic holder with two shoe mounts; add in your own isolated mic holder and go.

They'll still custoom-machine a mount if you contact them directly. I'm about to order two for my AF100.

Jon Doughtie · September 14th, 2011, 09:36 AM

Terrific recommendations - thank you!

September 9th, 2011, 10:07 AM	#1
Jon Doughtie New Boot Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 15	How are you mounting mic receivers on the HPX170? How are you mounting wireless mic receivers on your HPX170? I have a Samson UHF Series One system I still use, though I hope to upgrade to a better quality mic pair in the future. If it were a bigger camera, this would be easy - get the plate that sandwiches in the Anton Bauer gold mount, ancillary pieces, and off you go. But here - any solutions, perhaps using the screw mount on top? Blessings, Jon __________________ "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 [NIV]

September 10th, 2011, 07:54 PM	#2
Tom Klein Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Australia Vic Posts: 160	Re: How are you mounting mic receivers on the HPX170? I use rubber bands, big red ones... My Mic receiver is only on for short bursts so that suits me, Rough but ready..and fast...If I were using it constant i'd bracket mount it from the hot shoe. I have an inbuilt Azden wireless on my older bigger P2 cam (SPX800) that is great just clip on antennas when needed. Mount for what suits you, just make sure the cable dosen't go over your lens, mine had at times, so reversed receiver to stop that from happening. goodluck tom k. __________________ Tom K www.olinevideo.com.au

September 10th, 2011, 11:37 PM	#3
Robert Turchick Trustee Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 1,389	Re: How are you mounting mic receivers on the HPX170? I don't have a 170 though I have used one. The mount I have is universal as it's meant to go in the shoe mount. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/328035-REG/Sennheiser_CA2_CA2_Shoemount_Adapter.htmlI put Velcro on it to make it hold a bit better. __________________ The older I get, the better I was!

September 11th, 2011, 08:03 PM	#4
Dan Brockett Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 2,109	Re: How are you mounting mic receivers on the HPX170? John: Bracket 1: Video Camera Bracket system for Mounting Wireless Microphone Receivers and Accessories to your camcorder or SLR Really simple, this is by far the best setup, I bought one when I was shooting a ton of BTS footage for FOX and had to figure out how to mount two good sized Lectrosonics receivers to the 170. I am actually doing a shoot tomorrow with my own AT-100s using this. You'll love it. Dan

September 12th, 2011, 08:48 AM	#5
Kevin McRoberts Major Player Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Charlottesville, VA Posts: 700	Re: How are you mounting mic receivers on the HPX170? I use J-Rod's Twin Mount, bought when they offered a HVX version. It replaces the stock mic holder with two shoe mounts; add in your own isolated mic holder and go. They'll still custoom-machine a mount if you contact them directly. I'm about to order two for my AF100. __________________ Freelance pudgy bearded lighting camera operator www.mcbob.tv

September 14th, 2011, 09:36 AM	#6
Jon Doughtie New Boot Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 15	Re: How are you mounting mic receivers on the HPX170? Terrific recommendations - thank you! __________________ "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 [NIV]