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A big backpack, a hand case, a small backpack and two light stands in the front
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Consolidated shopping list

Consolidated shopping list We were asked to provide a "consolidated shopping list" of all the arrays we described. Well... HERE it is! This is what it looks like when you pack everything into a large hand case and a big backpack (~ 25 l). The…

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Charging power banks with solar panels

Charging power banks with solar panels This is not a brand new idea. However, it's a good opportunity to keep your power banks charged for the next recording, if you are far out in the fields. We're talking about solar panels for hitchhikers. They are…

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Burmajster Array

Burmajster Array Chris Burmajster is a retired ex-DECCA engineer. He developed the Burmajster array, which consists of a regular ORTF setup with a center microphone and two rear-facing SDC cardioids. The original setup used three AKG C 414 microphones. Combining LDC and SDC microphones in…

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Batteries - Recharable

Batteries - Recharable We use rechargeable batteries wherever possible. This is not only less expensive, but also a small step towards a better environment. These rechargeable batteries are typically sold in packs of four. Many handheld recorders use four batteries, while larger models like the…

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Basic information about ambisonic

Basic information about ambisonic This is just a brief overview of Ambisonic, in case you want to refresh your knowledge a little. It is no substitute for an in-depth study of the subject and it never demands it to be. For a thorough introduction, we…

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