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Professional Sound Services Newsletter
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January 2009
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Jesse Flower-Ambroch
Jesse Flower-Ambroch is a sound mixer/designer working out of New York City. One of his latest pieces was production sound for the filming of the US Olympic sprint kayak team during training at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, CA.
 "I did production sound for this amazing piece, which was shot at the olympic training center in Chula Vista, CA. For the on-the-water shots, I chose to wire Carrie Johnson with a Lectrosonics MM400B; a water resistant transmitter designed to withstand a bit (well... in this case a lot) of splashing. The lav provided unparalleled sound during her high-octane workouts and the ability to capture conversations with other teammates while we shot from distance."
"The Lectro MM400C water-resistant transmitter was an incredible tool for this shoot. The MM400C performed beautifully, with the awesome range and fidelity I've come to expect from Lectrosonics products and the piece of mind that my transmitter could withstand a bit of a splashing. Being able to hear conversations between teammates and how much Carrie was exerting herself during practice gave amazing intimacy to the footage."
Lectrosonics MM400C Water-Resistant Digital Hybrid Wireless™ Miniature Transmitter
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Production Sound Mixer Dennis Maitland, CAS
Production Sound Mixer Dennis Maitland, CAS will receive the Cinema Audio Society's highest accolade, the CAS Career Achievement Award, to be presented at the 45th CAS Awards on February 14th, 2009 in the Crystal Ballroom of the Millennium-Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles.
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Additionally, director/writer/producer/actor Paul Mazursky will receive the CAS Filmmaker Award.
In keeping with the synergy of the three previous CAS Filmmaker and Career Achievement recipients, Maitland and Mazursky both have distinguished individual careers which have overlapped on many projects resulting in wonderful collaborations on several films including An Unmarried Woman, Tempest, Willie And Phil And Moscow On The Hudson.
Maitland has worked on more than 80 feature films including the critically acclaimed: The Prince Of Tides, Moonstruck, Prizzi's Honor, ...And Justice For All, Lenny, The Pawnbroker, and Three Days Of The Condor to name a few. His television credits include "The Honeymooners", "Playhouse 90", "The Sunshine Boys", "The Ed Sullivan Show", "The Jackie Gleason Show" and many more.
As a music mixer, Maitland has worked with Miles Davis, Frank Sinatra, Count Basie, The Beatles, Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, the New York, Boston, Berlin, Philadelphia and Montreal Philharmonic Orchestras. On Broadway, Mailtand was the sound designer for Prisoner of Second Avenue.
Maitland has been a leader in the use of SR Dolby, R-Dat, A-Dat, live production and multi-track. He is credited with introducing wireless mics to feature films in the early fifties.
As the 27th recipient of the Cinema Audio Society's highest honor, Mr. Maitland joins an illustrious group of past honorees that include: Ray Dolby, Robert Altman, Jack Solomon, John Bonner, Bill Varney, Don Rogers, Walter Murch, Jim Webb, Richard Portman, Tomlinson Holman, Mike Minkler, Ed Greene and Dennis Sands.
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Sanken, Zaxcom Team Up For Lavalier Mic
Sanken has announced the COS-11D, the latest version in the COS-11 lavalier series. The new design incorporates design advances that deal with digital and digital/analog hybrid wireless transmission.
President Glenn Sanders remarked, "Zaxcom is excited to recommend the Sanken COS-11D for use with our TRX series of wireless digital recording transmitters. The COS-11D, with its immunity to RF interference, provides the audio quality that sound mixers have come to expect, while Zaxcom's digital wireless technology ensures transmission quality that is equivalent to that of a hard-wired connection. Together these products will provide an integrated system that blends reliability with superior performance and quality."
In today's wireless transmission systems the microphone must remain unaffected by the new forms of transmitter signals. While the benefits of these new systems are obvious, they present new challenges in the area of emission protection. Sanken Microphones has designed the COS-11D specifically to reduce the instances where interference is an issue.
Jim Pace, president of Sanken distributor plus24, added, "Sanken Microphones is excited to announce this breakthrough product. Working with the latest in wireless technologies, Sanken and Zaxcom have partnered to provide another unique solution for our users."
The new COS-11D version will be introduced this month in limited quantities. The unit will be available in the PT (pig tail) version with standard sensitivity, and the Red Mark model with reduced sensitivity.
Sanken COS-11D Lavalier Microphone
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Rich's Recommendations
NEW PRODUCTS FOR 2009
Sound Devices 788T 8-Track Digital Audio Recorder With Time Code 
The 788T is a powerful eight input, eight-track digital audio recorder designed for production sound. Building on the success of the proven 7-Series architecture, the 788T offers greatly expanded input and output connectivity while continuing the 7-Series heritage of extensive control in a compact package. Its eight full-featured inputs ensure superb audio quality. They accept either microphone or line-level signals, provide 48 V phantom power for condenser microphones, offer peak limiters for microphone inputs, and fully adjustable high-pass filters. Extensive routing flexibility allows each input to be routed to mixed tracks or to isolated tracks. The 788T has three options for recording media, internal 160 GB SATA hard drive, CompactFlash media with UDMA support, or an external FireWire hard drive or DVD-RAM (with bus powering). Any or all of these can be used simultaneously. Additionally, when connected to Mac OS, or Windows computers with high-speed USB or FireWire 400/800, the 788T functions as a high-speed mass storage device. To simplify interconnection with mixers and cameras with AES3 connectivity, the 788T has eight channels of balanced AES3 digital input and six channels of balanced AES3 output. The 788T can be clocked from external word clock or from video sync. The 788T has a high-accuracy time code reader/generator on board. It includes auto-record features to chase external rec-run video sources. To simplify metadata entry the 788T directly accepts USB keyboards. Keyboard shortcuts can be programmed to control menu items and machine transport. The extensive power of the 788T simplifies any production sound setup.
Sound Devices CL-8 Controller for the 788T Digital Recorder
The CL-8 is a mixing control surface companion to the company’s new 788T recorder which provides additional capabilities to the 788T without a significant increase in weight, making it adaptable to a variety of field productions. The CL-8 features eight large, rotary faders to control the eight inputs of the 788T. It offers command over numerous input settings, including high-pass filter, limiter, polarity, and mute. When used with the CL-8, the original 788T input controls function as input trims, and the CL-8 controls offer fader control. To ensure accurate and clear marking of tracks, the CL-8 is able to manage the 788T’s built-in slate mic. For rapid setups in the field, the CL-8 allows users to quickly assign inputs to the main left and right record tracks. With a push of the input knob, users also have the ability to solo an input in headphones so they can concentrate on a specific track within their recording. With the CL-8 users now have access to two additional recording tracks (Aux 1 and Aux 2) through the CL-8’s associated firmware, for total of 10 record tracks. These new tracks can be used to provide auxiliary sends for more comprehensive setups. Inputs can be assigned to Aux tracks pre- or post-fader. LED’s indicate when signals are present. The CL-8 can be connected to a keyboard through the controller’s USB keyboard pass-through port. "The CL-8 adds powerful mixer functionality to the 788T," says Matt Anderson, Director of Engineering for Sound Devices. "With its small addition of weight and size, the CL-8 turns a 788T into a very flexible eight-channel recording and mixing environment for both portable 'bag' systems as well as cart-based productions."
Marantz PMD661 Field Recorder 
A svelte new portable recorder the PMD661 ($599) improves on its PMD660, offering a streamlined form factor, built-in stereo mics, 44.1/48/96kHz recording and SD card media. Measuring just 6.5×3.7×1.4 inches, the PMD661 has switchable XLR mic/line inputs; a secondary unbalanced, 1/8-inch mini-jack line input; S/PDIF digital input; and stereo RCA analog line outs. The PMD661 is compatible with SDHC cards (currently up to 32GB capacity), offering up to five-plus hours of recording time from four AA alkaline or NiMH batteries (not included). The USB 2 port supports simple drag-and-drop file transfers, and the included Mark Editor software allows marker points on the recorded file to be adjusted post-recording, creating a new file so that basic editing can be carried out on a PC or Mac if desired.
If you have any more questions about new equipment for 2009, I encourage you to contact me on the phone, online, or in person at our store in New York City. Call 1-800-883-1033.
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NYC Production
PROJECTS IN PRE-PRODUCTION/PRODUCTION:
13 Company: Number 13, LLC Address: 15 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205 Contact: Leda Nornang Scout: 11/6/08-12/19/08 Shoot: 11/20/08-1/27/09
Erika Salt Company: Columbia Pictures Address: 110 Leroy Street, 6th Floor, NY, NY 10014 Contact: Daniel Wagner Scout: 11/13/08-12/31/08 Shoot: 3/2/09-5/2/09
Gossip Girl Company: Warner Bros. Television Address: 42-22 22nd Street, 3rd Floor, LIC, NY 11101 Contact: Steven Spencer Scout: 6/4/08-12/31/08 Shoot: 6/19/08-3/3/09
Hotel Chelsea Company: Tender Pro Inc/ Inchigo Ichie Address: 222 West 23rd Street, NY, NY 10011 Contact: Hironori Masuda Scout: 1/1/09-1/18/09 Shoot:1/18/09-1/30/09
The Sorcerers’ Apprentice Company: Incantation Production, Inc Address: 15 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205 Contact: Ulises Rodriguez Scout: 10/23/08-12/31/08 Shoot: 3/9/09-7/10/09
Untitled Nancy Meyers Project Company: Universal City Studios LLP Address: 231 Norman Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 Scout: 11/12/08-12/31/08 Shoot: 2/01/09-6/17/09
JOB LISTINGS:
$Commercial Post Production – We are a full service production company, working in all key areas of production. We are currently dividing our company into separate divisions. This person will be closing deals, writing proposals, generating leads, building on existing accounts, following up. Salary Base Commission/Negotiable. Full/part Time. Starting immediately. Email Resume and Cover letter to resumes@harringtontalents.com.
*Applicants – “Made in NY” Production Assistant Training Program – Applicants sought for new production careers training program. Must be available full-time for 4 weeks of training and committed to pursuing jobs as production assistants for film and television. The program is free of charge and no previous production experience is necessary. To learn more send an email with your name and contact information to productioncareers@fifthave.org.
*Be a Camera Operator on Fun Live/Web Show! – We're starting a weekly LIVE show EVERY Saturday Night, 6-7pm in Times Square. (You are not required every time, just based on your schedule). A FUN, FREE show with celebrity guests from Broadway, Comedy, Music, Burlesque and more. We will be shooting 4 cameras and live switching/mixing to tape. Learn from pros and get credit at shooting! Contact us for more information at help@stagebuddy.com.
*Intern for Film Production Office – Production/Consulting Company is looking for a motivated, vibrant Intern. Applicants must be well organized, adept at handling people, interested in Interested in socially conscious projects and computer-proficient. Job Requirements: Tasks include office administration, reading of various materials, answering phones, event planning and research. This is a fulfilling position for an ambitious and self-motivated person. Availability should be 2 days per week, starting immediately. To find out more information please email lfprodjobs@gmail.com.
*Interns Needed – Interns needed in all departments on independent film. Pre-production starts December 1; shooting in early January for four weeks. Please email résumé and phone number to porcospini@yahoo.com.
*INTERNS NEEDED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS – INTERNS NEEDED FOR: SET, GE, LOCATIONS, CRAFTY AND ACCOUNTING. Please email carolynelynch@gmail.com for more information.
*Internship – Currently seeking serious-minded, dedicated college interns for the spring 2009 semester who are interested in pursuing a career in TV production. This is a unique opportunity that offers hands-on production and writing experience. Our goal is to provide students valuable industry experience to place them on the track for a career in the entertainment industry. Duration: 3 month minimum starts ASAP for current January 2009 semester. For more information please email kcarreno@latv.com.
*Office Intern – Insignia Films, a Manhattan based documentary production company, is currently seeking interns. We are in need of people to work a few days a week on a number of projects, some of which are for PBS’s American Experience. Responsibilities range from office management and interview transcription to research assistance and post-production assistance. Please send resume to Dan Amigone at mail@insigniafilms.com.
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Sound Devices Releases Firmware Update
Sound Devices has released the latest firmware update for its best-selling 788T Digital Recorder. Available for immediate download, the new 1.60 update adds numerous key features, including 12-track recording and support for the CL-8 Controller.
Sound Devices’ 788T Digital Recorder has quickly gained a reputation in the audio industry for its powerful multi-track capabilities. Its eight full-featured microphone inputs and extensive features don't compromise on the compact size that has become a trademark of the 7-Series recorders. With the latest revision of firmware, the 788T gains four additional tracks for a total of 12 record tracks.
"The addition of the CL-8 control plus twelve-track-recording is a significant step from the original 788T release,” says Paul Isaacs, Principle Applications Engineer for Sound Devices. “The ability to record eight channels of iso tracks plus stereo mixed tracks, and still have two addtional aux tracks makes the 788T a very capable machine for production.”
All 788T users can upgrade to the latest release, version 1.60. It is available for immediate download. To received notice when firmware updates are available, make certain to register any Sound Devices products.
Sound Devices 788T Digital Recorder
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Sennheiser Rebates
Sennheiser Offers Unique 700 MHZ Wireless Mic Rebate
Sennheiser Electronic Corporation has introduced a rebate program in preparation for the imminent ruling by the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) that will restrict the use of wireless mics operating in the so-called 700 MHz band. To receive a rebate, users must purchase new Sennheiser systems and components in an alternate range and trade-in an equal number of old wireless systems or components, including non-Sennheiser brands, that currently operate in frequencies between 698 - 806 MHz. The twelve-month program includes tiered rebates of up to $1,400 or a simple flat rebate.
The tiered rebate program, unique to Sennheiser, is the most equitable rebate program available today and takes into consideration, not only the product series but also, when the old system was purchased. This applies to evolution wireless G2 products purchased in 2006 and 2007. End-users who purchased as recently as December 2007 qualify for the maximum rebate.
Sennheiser is also offering a simple flat rebate for all systems and components that don't qualify for the tiered program. For example, a flat rebate applies to the trade-in of other manufacturers' systems, Sennheiser freePORT or older evolution wireless systems.
For Sennheiser 3000 and 5000 series RF systems, which have the most flexible RF architecture available, Sennheiser continues to offer its cost-effective frequency re-tuning services. Users should call (860) 434-9190 for re-tuning service details. Sennheiser is also offering rebates of $500.00 per channel ($1,000 for dual channel systems) for upgrades to the latest 3000 and 5000 series components.
The rebate form and program details can be downloaded from Sennheiser USA's website. Rebate claims must be postmarked no later than December 15, 2009, and received by December 31, 2009 at SEC's headquarters in Old Lyme, Connecticut.
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