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20 Zoom H6essential recorder £259/$297
bit float on-board recording, with 32GB of internal memory offering a whopping 40 hours of record time. rode.com 17 Saramonic Blink 500 ProX B2R system £210/$229 Saramonic’s new Blink 500 ProX B2R provides broadcast-quality sound in an ultra-compact and user-friendly package. This dual-channel system, operating on the reliable 2.4GHz frequency, ensures stable and interference-free communication for up to two people. The Blink 500 ProX B2R includes a built-in recorder as each transmitter has 8GB of on-board memory, capable of recording up to 24 hours of high-quality audio. The wireless range is up to 100m and the receiver has an easy-to-read OLED screen to monitor audio levels, battery status and signal strength. Weighing just 29.5g for each transmitter and 30.5g
for the receiver, the system is incredibly lightweight and portable, while the built-in li- ion battery provides ten hours of continuous use, with USB-C input for recharging. saramonic.com 18 Sennheiser MKE 200 £69/$74 Sennheiser has the complete audio offering for filmmakers, more. For something small, stylish and incredibly useful, the lightweight Sennheiser MKE 200 hits the spot. It is so cool-looking that it is our most-used microphone when shooting cover photos for Pro Moviemaker magazine. The mic has a directional from wireless kits to XLR mics, DSLR mics and lots capsule, built-in windscreen and shock mount, plus a furry windshield is included for maximum wind protection. It is compatible with all cameras, does not need batteries to run and comes with a pouch. The MKE 200 may not quite have the audio quality of a higher-end Sennheiser XLR
mic, but it is ideal when you need a quick option. sennheiser.com 19 Viltrox 50mm Epic anamorphic lens £2280/$3199 If you are a fan of Star Wars , then Viltrox’s Epic full-frame anamorphic prime lenses look like something a Stormtrooper might use. These Epic lenses come in 35mm, 50mm and 75mm T2.0 1.33x – in PL, E and L mounts, plus some PL-mount adapters. A 50mm lens usually gives although the Epic 50mm T2 1.33x anamorphic produces a de-squeezed 2.35:1 aspect ratio for the Cinemascope look. As it is a real anamorphic cinema lens, it produces oval bokeh with minimal breathing, blue streaks and a retro look with consistent tones from edge to edge. A 95mm front diameter makes it compatible with many pro matte boxes and adapter rings. viltrox.com something approaching a standard field of view,
This flagship field recorder from Zoom is a recording powerhouse. Offering six tracks of 32-bit float recording and dual AD converters, the H6essential captures huge dynamic range, so the days of clipping audio are over! The four XLR/TRS combo inputs feature ultra-clean preamps and the included X/Y microphones can capture up to a booming 135dB SPL. The USB-C port to connect to a PC, Mac, iOS or Android device means you can use the H6essential as a 32-bit float interface while simultaneously recording all six tracks to an SD card. The interchangeable capsules, four XLR inputs and wireless timecode make it invaluable on any set. By using the optional BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter, it can pair with an iOS device to remotely hit record, adjust the mix, view waveforms and change settings. zoomcorp.com
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