$300 Motorized SLIDER - Good? || GVM GR-80QD Motorized Slider Review

[@knoptop]

the smoothest thing in this video is that ad integration 😂👍

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, thank you very much! :D

[@BetterTogetherLife]

Thank you for your thoughts. This video has helped me a ton to decide which slider to go with!!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@FILMTOPIA]

Lowkey, that skit went harrrddd... and now i am going to sign up 👀🎧

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, glad you enjoyed it! :D

[@JonneytheKidd]

Thank you for being honest on this slider.

[@ivoryproductionsllc]

Great honest review. I've been considering purchasing this slider for work, but I'm having second thoughts after watching this. Love the skit!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad I could help! I'm testing out a different slider right now that is alot nicer, so stay tuned for that video, maybe it'll help you out too.

[@fishontv6834]

That skit was awesome. I was not expecting that. Great job.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed

[@skymakai]

I bought this one a while ago. Several remote replacements later... I decided it wasn't for me. I found the Neewer to be a bit better for the panning action. These days I prefer the iFootage Slider Nano.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I've heard alot of great things for the iFootage slider, really wanted to review that actually. But iFootage sent me a monopod instead... :/ and then wouldn't agree to sending a slider right now. I do agree that the remote is very annoying on this slider. It's super cheap.

[@jaijacobphoto316]

Love the upfront review and examples showing it being applied in the shots.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tombuck]

The center bar panning design is really interesting. I’ve never seen anything like that- super smart!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

It is pretty cool, needs a little refining.

[@dymonmein]

7:13 i love the sound btw. Mine sounds like a cool sci-if foley of like a servo inside the Iron Man suit.

[@Kernow76]

I had the 60 version. Once the cable broke the whole thing was dead as there’s no replacement cable. Got a Zeapon Micro 2 and never looked back. MUCH better slider than GVM

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I'm enjoying that one as well! :D It's great

[@doug3264]

@@FellowFilmmaker @Leighk76 What makes that one better?

[@CTLive]

you can repair a cable...?

[@davidminton8644]

Thanks for the review. Why not use a Arca Swiss mount to attach to the tripod?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Totally could :D

[@Theunderdogtv]

That skit was very good 🔥 look like a real theater movie

[@Glen.Danielsen]

Sister, what an excellent review! And such a creative idea to show the slider’s stuff via a brief skit-and a nice one. Happy new subscriber here! 💛🙏🏼

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy to hear you enjoyed it and even became a subscriber! :D Many thanks

[@christianhotter]

Your skit has convinced me to get carry out. 😃

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Hahaha! I'm glad it was persuading!

[@redbandmedia79]

That skit was brilliant! I’d love to see more short film stuff like that from you. You’ve got a talent for that 👍🏼👍🏼

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you! I hope to :D Just takes a bit of time when it's just me, myself, and I :D

[@redbandmedia79]

@@FellowFilmmaker I appreciate the effort you’ve put into it. You should be proud!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I am! I actually spent alot of time on it. Agonized over it, almost didn't make my deadline, and many other things to boot. :D

[@redbandmedia79]

@@FellowFilmmaker and it shows. Well done Heather

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks Vince, love the support from you!

[@hotlineoperator]

I use additional quick release connectos everything what I put tripod. Some sliders I have seen that you just put it position A and B, from there it create movement - easy.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Very smart! I love those kind of slider, too bad this one is not that.

[@tn_75_explorer68]

I really like the light setup 😍

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you like the lighting! :D

[@RawloftheDead]

That was an awesome skit. So creative

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you! I had fun doing it

[@JoshRelic]

the skit was solid

[@highlonesome-coloradobluegrass]

What a great video thanks!!!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you liked it!

[@solabomioyebiyi131]

Thank you for sharing...... I'm a new subscriber and I'm binge watching your content and you're so relatable so thank you

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That's awesome! I hope you're enjoying it all :D

[@malheekb.o.b8063]

😍I like the short film 👍👍

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Very happy to hear that!

[@Trevellian]

Great review, loved the skit.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed it :D

[@alexchambers2634]

hahaha absolutely loved this video! you are brilliant! i'm a total fan! Great reviews too!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy you loved it! :D

[@dop_vincent]

Woah that skit tho perfect.🔥 Loved it. Big fan of your content. Keep up the good work ❤️ from INDIA.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed it! Put alot of work into it!

[@dop_vincent]

I absolutely enjoyed the whole skit and the review as always. I'm not sure if you have recorded the whole making video of the skit. If you did it. I would like to watch the breakdown.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I sadly did not record the bts for the skit. I wanted to, but it was hard to get it done just as a skit since it was me doing everything. Took many hours to shoot and plan and edit. :D But I think I'll do a breakdown on one in the future!

[@dop_vincent]

@@FellowFilmmaker Not a problem. I know it's hard to do plan & execute by yourself. Anyway if you think you can make a breakdown video down the line. Would be interesting to watch and helpful at the same time. 😁

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Absolutely!

[@TomAto-g4x]

Hi, great review. Does this slider comes with ai tracking? I only know there's an option of setting the slider to rotate too (clock or anti-clockwise). If not, would you recommend attaching an AI tracking gimbal on top of the slider to get that focus on your subject shots? Would it be too heavy for the slider to handle? I'm kinda of a solo videographer (beginner too)😅

[@LeuyinTv]

great idea, love your videos! God bless you!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you so much!

[@bushcraftjoe1]

Impressive skit

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed

[@jimryan6134]

Great job on your skit! If I'm busy playing piano, will it be able to move on its own? I notice your hands were not busy doing remote control movements. Thanks, Jim

[@FellowFilmmaker]

yes it moves on its own. Once you set up the path it will just keep on doin it

[@LDMG]

Haha the skit was great. I wasn’t prepared fir the amount of fortune cookies that came out of the bag.🤣 I have a similar slider. To help create a speed ramp, set the path for each end of the movement just shy of the end of the slider. This will help create a speed ramp, and get rid of the abrupt stop and the crazy noise. Hope this helps.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed the skit! And thanks for the tip too!

[@doug3264]

what do you mean by setting the path just shy of the slider?

[@theherbiebrown]

@@doug3264 set it a few inches away from the end of the slider. You don’t want to set it all the way to the end because the slider mechanism/motor doesn’t stop on a dime. The slider will move a little bit beyond the end point you set.

[@reubsbay]

Thumbs up for the skit

[@FellowFilmmaker]

thank you very much!

[@losthesilvas1861]

Hi! How long did it take you to shoot and edit that skit? Also, I'm super curious.. how did you get the over the shoulders shots? Thank you and super gret job with that skit! AMAZING WORK!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

It took over 12 hours I think, for sure :) The over the shoulder shots I asked a friend to stand in for me

[@ypl236]

glad i watched this before purchasing

[@FellowFilmmaker]

hope it helped

[@HeresMo]

You can add a tripod on both sides instead of the middle. I use quick releases on it with two tripods as I find it bends a little when it reaches the end of the slider especially with a heavier camera

[@FellowFilmmaker]

True, certainly good, or even sort light stands. Didn't have an issue with bending for me, at least that I noticed

[@HeresMo]

@@FellowFilmmaker yours does look like an updated version to be honest as the feet look different.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That is entirely possible.... :D

[@lukeworsey]

Great review, good advice! Was considering this slider for a project a few months ago due to its affordability 👍

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Hope this helped a bit!

[@gsqmedia]

I really love your videos!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you so much!

[@אלוןאנגל-ה9ש]

3:38 did not accept all of those cookies

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, right! Good one. :D I was thinking it was a misfortunate cookie

[@dslrdave]

Is there any model shorter than 30 inches? It's way too long !

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I did a quick search, saw this: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1484252-REG/gvm_gvm_gt_60d_motorized_video_slider.html

[@dslrdave]

@@FellowFilmmaker thx! Still a bit too long with no burning head... oh well, I guess I'll have to buy an edelkrom or equivalent. Thx again for.your help!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I'm testing one from zeapon currently, seems pretty good so far. I like it enough I'll be talking/reviewing it soon. Edelkrone is pretty decent, just finicky is all. I'm hoping one of these days I can afford a Rhino since I hear it's possibly better to deal with out of most sliders.

[@patrickfalls6819]

Your grading is exceptional! Is it more the color science of the Black Magic, your white balance + color balance settings, or an equally weighted combination?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you, I appreciate that! I'd say alot has to do with using a blackmagic camera because you can push colors so much more when you shoot with one. I just love it more and more I use it.

[@djeskimoshow]

Hi, I've had issues with the slider getting stuck towards the middle. Any suggestions or why that would happen. I just have my 70D mounted on a flat surface. +

[@charlesoxley7242]

Thank you for the review of the slider. Also, that skit was awesome, I loved it!!! I have one request: could you show us how to use the remote to operate the slider please?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed it! The remote is pretty basic. Mostly click once and use the arrows to get around. When confirming a choice you'll just hold the center button down for a moment and release.

[@charlesoxley7242]

@@FellowFilmmaker Thank you for letting me know. I just found a 120 version of this slider for a really good price, so I purchased that. I can't wait to try it out!

[@Ranger7Studios]

When the camera reaches the end, does the track tend to bow downward giving you an arc-like shot? I know a lot of sliders can't support the weight of a big camera once it passes the middle point.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

No it does not bow, at least with my setup on it. I had a 6k pro on there (battery grip and decent lens) and it was fine.

[@aslanyureky]

is it possible to use FX6 with zoom lens on it?

[@CTLive]

A few observations as a filmmaker of some 45 years... this is not a Panavision Crane or a multigimbal Jimmy Jib but for $250 it is extraordinary...extraordinary that they can build tech at this price point. The reviewer is obviously inexperienced attaching a base plate correctly. 15 years ago this device was unimaginable and this reviewer still at school...attach a iphone 16 pro, GoPro or pro mirrorless and one can do the most fantastic footage. its Easy ease is pretty basic but if you are a talented filmmaker this little slider will pay for itself in stock footage in a month. It aint a Ferrari but for $250 its amazing.

[@AestheticStudiosMelb]

great review!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks!

[@happytownstudios]

Great video. Thank you! The noise that shared at the end of the video... is that picked up only when a mic is near the slider? what about 6feet or 10 feet away or if someone is wearing a lav for example. I'm wondering if this is a good quiet slider for interviews.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

If someone is a few feet away and wearing a lav it can be picked up. I have a video on the channel somewhere where I was using it with a lav and pointed this issue out. Its not quiet in my opinion. I like the zeapon slider micro 2 plus, much better.

[@happytownstudios]

@@FellowFilmmaker thank you! This is so incredibly helpful. The Zeapon is on my list of top choices. R u saying the Zeapon micro is quiet enough for the situation I’m describing. For interviews in a smaller space?

[@victorzimet9388]

What tripod do you use with the slider?

[@psoon04286]

Enjoyed the review....something to consider on a tight budget. Thanks

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@williamprice1874]

i got one of these.....they get the job done for 300.....you will make the money back in value to your productions.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for sharing

[@jedcasin]

Please review Moza Slypod. What do you think of the slypod? Is it better than the standard slider?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I'm hoping I can soon!

[@calOES]

Hi ! Great job on the review. One thing I need but can't find - HOW DO YOU TRIGGER THE SLIDER ACTION ONCE YOU SET YOUR PARAMETERS? There's nothing in the booklet, and it's not logical in the menu. Please help me. I can't get the damn thing to work once I have it set up - there's no START button. Thank you in advance.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

If you've set up the path already, just hit the center round button. Should start once you do that. If you have it on loop itll keep going until you hit the center button again

[@dymonmein]

I got that, but my remote looks like a ps controller and broke right away for no reason. And the ball head that came with it only fits that QR plate, also whack. No other plate fits it, and the plate fits on no other head. Idk, I use GVM’s apps anyways, so NBD. Plus I got a PHAT discount, mine was only like $150 on Xmas sale on amazon. So I’m not trippin. I use the YC Onion for manual slides, but the GVM seems to be gettin it done for motorized movement.

[@MortarMike]

I bought the model ONE Mark model below (when the motor was in the center platform), and got to use it ONCE, and now the motor doesn't work.... Thankfully it comes with a 1 year warranty so I'm working on getting it replaced, I really enjoyed it while it lasted.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thats too bad, sorry that happened!

[@MortarMike]

@@FellowFilmmaker It's all good; I'll likely end up getting another one; going to give it another shot. I'm assuming it was a bad model, because they stop selling that version like a month after I purchased it lmbo. Here's to hoping!

[@davidp158]

At the time of purchase (about 3 years ago) the GVM slider was the least expensive motorized articulating slider I could find. Overall, the slider is a pretty good value, of decent build quality and easy to operate. The articulating rod is a good concept, but poorly executed. The problem is that where the rod interacts with the pivot point under the camera has a lot of play, and keeping the point of focus changes over time. If you don't need the left/right/left articulation, the slider will perform just fine. However, I spent a lot of time trying to resolve the play in the articulation feature, but have concluded that it's just a poor design that can't be fixed.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for sharing. I agree, it does decent for the price point. I personally didn't love it in the end due to it being finicky, but if you're needing something basic it does the job.

[@throwdown515]

Hahah I love how you were trying to be forgiving of the remote system then during editing you were like “screw it, asterisk time…” *Honestly hate the remote system. 😄 Great review. Is there a mid-priced slider that checks most the boxes for you?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, yeah, I was trying to be nice and then was totally not in the mood for it while I was shooting all that broll. :D I'm still looking for a good midpriced one. It's hard at the moment. I'm hoping to find one soon! Ya'll will know just as soon as I do.

[@smgmustafa60]

Hey ! Did you find it?

[@mikeonthebayou]

@@FellowFilmmaker do you know anyone that can program arduinos? If so, it wouldn’t cost much to create a full custom controller for that unit.

[@MattCordell]

Hey I just bought a Zeapon Axis 120 which is less cheaper...but very noisy when it brakes ans accelerates again in another way. So I can't use it for an interview. You said that this GVM is noisy too. Do you know one motorized slider that is very slient? A one which can be used when guests are close during an interview. Thanks in advance for your answer.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I used Edelkrone a few times and those were pretty quiet if I recall

[@LHHVideoStudio]

6:20 LOL = wkkwkwwkwk

[@FellowFilmmaker]

:D Haha, it's true tho!

[@gcprost]

I thought the bag of fortune cookies was a neat narrative idea.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you! had fun with them

[@marcdevinci893]

That was a lot of Fortune Cookies! lol

[@FellowFilmmaker]

400 to be exact!

[@marcdevinci893]

@@FellowFilmmaker Worthy of a sponsor! lol

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, yep! I want all out for it! :D Even bought those food containers.... some lovely backstories to share on Friday!

[@solabomioyebiyi131]

Does soundstripe have a free trial?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

They dont, but you can sign up for a free account which will allow you to listen to all the music and typically allow you to download three tracks for free.

[@solabomioyebiyi131]

@@FellowFilmmaker ok I'll try it and then subscribe with your link if it serves my needs

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Sounds good! I know you can sign up for just one month as well, not pricey at all

[@tn_75_explorer68]

😍😍😍 It's use full

[@FellowFilmmaker]

😊

[@אלוןאנגל-ה9ש]

Good you're expecting to new products and not just lighting gear and make a variety of a few and useful things like this and I will sure you're going to gain your momentum and rich the 50,000 subscribers in no time. By the way don't be discouraged by the long and hard process just you should know we have a small community in my country who really respect you and we think you have the potential to be one of the greatest KZbinrs in the near future

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Very kind of you to say! :D I'm excited to see where the channel goes and all the great people like you I meet along the way!

[@Anuzyx]

hi, do you have a recommendation for a motorized slider that you like? I am looking for smooth pan, smooth rampup/down, head that turns to keep facing stationary subject. One thing important for me: be able to use the entire footage, not just middle part of footage that is smooth, the footage at the two ends needs to glitch free. Something like iFootage Nano(with upgraded firmware, out of stock few months, chip shortage).

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I've only every used a handful of sliders so far. The best one was an Edelkrone fully rigged out, it had smoothness in all areas and more control over it. I've heard Rhino is great as well, those will be your best options for perfection. If you are going on the cheaper end, then it gets a little rough. I've heard the iFootage Nano is nice but has some glitches here and there too. I'm currently trying out the Zeapon Micro 2, and I like it enough. I'll have a review on it soon if that helps.

[@extrinsicdin]

When you say "jitters" ? Do you mean the footage is shaky or are you using that word to mean "issues"

[@FellowFilmmaker]

It physically doesn't have a smooth drop off and jitters to a stop. Like if you were in a car and hit brakes lightly on and off quickly to finally come to a stop.

[@ucpham7093]

Hi, I am planning to buy zeapon e800 or GVM qr80. Can you give advice?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I have the zeapon micro slider 2 plus, and I'd recommend it easily over GVM

[@ucpham7093]

@@FellowFilmmaker thank you If you choose between zeapon e800 and zeapon plus, which one do you find more convenient?

[@thefourthquarter7429]

"I want a better fortune" Yes!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Always yes to that :) haha

[@thomasfransson]

What would you say would be the next step up from this slider. Even if I'm slightly tempted because of the parallax-ability of this one 😅 I'm tempted to get one for product shots mainly. I can't really justify a rhino or edelchone at this point though.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Depends on your needs. I do like the zeapon micro 2 just because its compact, smooth, and quiet.

[@Santafefashionweek]

Great skit

[@FellowFilmmaker]

thank you!

[@xonx209]

The slider does ramp and and down. That why there is no jolt at the end.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

A tad, yes, just not great for my liking.

[@jackiechandler6590]

My question is if it can precisely repeat the same speed every time. Like PRECISELY. Because if you are shooting miniatures and need the same shot every time for compositing it really matters.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Hmm I'm not sure I recall, sorry I no longer have this slider (took up a bit too much space for me)

[@JosephPowellOMG]

What tripod do you use

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Right now I'm using a Manfrotto and an iFootage. I like my iFootage a bit for the lightweight-ness and leveler built in

[@DylanAnglin_]

Can this slider also be used manually?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I don't think so... been a long time since I used it ( I own a dif slider now)

[@electronicfellows2113]

can this be mounted on the ceiling?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I've never tried it, so I'm really unsure. Itd be safety issue I would guess, but there may be some way to rig it.

[@benchmarkcommercials]

Hey should I have image stabilization on or off when I use this? I have an a7iii and it has steady shot settings

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I've never put it on, but it could help if you don't feel the footage is smooth enough. Give it a try and see if you like it

[@rockflashmusic]

Got it: Soundstripe finally had you leaving the ukulele! So cruel. Still nicely wrapped.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha :D Glad you enjoyed watching!

[@realestatephotovideoshawns1177]

The GVM has been good for me. Prior to this I had a Neewer that was pretty much garbage, very jerky.

[@jamesburton1050]

Haha, got to watching the skit, not the shots, lol!! I must know though, who ate all those fortune cookies, hahaha???? On the slider, does it have mount points at each end for a tripod? (I think usually for a qr plate?) Also, what you could do to line up the rail perfectly is take a block of wood and shape it to the exact thickness of the straight position (maybe the middle?), then if you set both sides to that thickness, you will have a straight path. Finally, you will be happy to know I found a couple of Godox sl-60w's on ebay the other day for about half off! I think they're in the mail, and I can't wait to try out some "real" lights, lol!!!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, no way one person can eat that many! Today's video explains the cookies a lil bit :D It does have point to mount, yes! I could do that I suppose, didnt think of that. Not to mention its hard to find center, there are no marks for it. Awesome for you! I hope they work out! :D Did you try GearFocus at all, there's some great stuff on there too and its all filmmaking gear. :D

[@jamesburton1050]

@@FellowFilmmaker haha, thanks!! I'll look up GearFocus. I missed that one.

[@DevanteJohnsonDOP]

I know the video was about the slider, would’ve been dope to see you use the 6K for the short.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That was the 6k :D It wasn't shot in 6k, but all the same, shot it on it. Still have tons to learn

[@DevanteJohnsonDOP]

@@FellowFilmmaker I guess I didn’t notice because the short looked REALLY good but I just thought the shadows were lifted a bit for my taste. I know a lot of users like myself take advantage of the dual Native ISO with deep shadows and rich colors on raw. Nonetheless, great work!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah, I shot in the wrong ISO, come to find out too late (and since I didn't shoot in Braw couldn't fix it). It's one of those lessons you learn, and I learn them better by making mistakes instead of trying to memorize charts, haha! :D

[@DevanteJohnsonDOP]

@@FellowFilmmaker No worries, it turned out just fine!!! I know once you try out braw and really get the hang of it you will love it!!!

[@RaphaelChan888]

Spin onto the tripod? Why not just screw the mounting plate onto slider first and then attach to tripod?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

could for sure

[@RaphaelChan888]

@FellowFilmmaker I have a similar non- motorized version and when I used a Manfrotto tripod without the ballhead and quick-release attached, I found it easier to close tripod and spin it onto the slider

[@gsqmedia]

BTW I flip slider and I screw the tripod from the top. Way faster!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Good to know!

[@JaskaranSingh-rn7sk]

😂😂😂😂 Niceeee

[@FellowFilmmaker]

:D It is!

[@אלוןאנגל-ה9ש]

Hey everybody in the comments please share this video I think it has potential to become viral I'm going to share it with my friends you should do the same all filmmakers should watch her video about the slider.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Aw, thanks! Super kind of you

[@MonroeElroy-m9c]

Hudson Hills

[@אלוןאנגל-ה9ש]

This is going to sound weird but I sent your video to all of my filmmaking friends in my country there's five of them I hope this will help to make this video a breakup video or breakthrough video and get your channel and higher get your channel growing faster. In 6 months you will reach a certain number of a subscribers and I will probably ask you politely to be interviewed via zoom or other app to my podcast of creators I really like people who push through and stigmas and just keep going and reaching high heights musicians and creators alike hope the interview in 6 months from now

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for sharing with your friends! Love that. Haha, and an interview sounds fun, feel free to hit me up in a few months and we'll see if we can make it happen. :D

[@Aperture_Studio1]

It doesn't sound weird, like your handle, just sounds overly helpful.

[@leonhunter1839]

Instead of spinning the whole unit on the tripod… ….you should have just screwed on a quick release.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I should have yes :D

[@BrianDavis-w2b]

Zachary Isle

[@lancomedic]

I liked your skit. I am not sure I understand why you have to spin the entire track like a helicopter to mount it. Why can't you just turn the screw on the bottom of the mounting plate like you would for a camera?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Spinning it was to attach it directly to the tripod, there is no plate if you don't use a video head, and I was opting for using the video head for the camera on top of the slider

[@lancomedic]

@@FellowFilmmaker That makes sense.

[@theIronmerchant]

The remote on mine died 3rd use. Can’t get a response from GVM new remote is $89 freaking dollars. It’s crap. GVM sucks.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Sorry to hear that. I've since gotten rid of mine

[@attan8877]

Got this slider, 3 weeks later the controller suddenly stop working, email gvm many times, no reply and can't be bothered. Highly don't recommend, after you purchase and if anything broke its as good as paperweight as GVM have horrible after sales service. Horrible horrible service. Purchase at your own risk

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I did have a small issue with the remote I received, had to fix it myself a bit. I'm sorry to hear its a problem beyond the one I got.

[@Aperture_Studio1]

So I found it funny that you did not zealously recommend this slider but GVM is using it to sell their product. Did they even LOOK at the video. I guess not. Probably a language issue. Anyway, I think you spent way too much on chinese cookies and way too little on getting the audio clear. Btw a skit is something that references more of a stage production, not a short narrative video. Must be your theatre training. Good luck with you youtube channel, keep up the struggle.

[@alaskanfrogman]

your video is Ok... you did put thought into it... but... you didn't need to put your personal observation about how many times you tried to film the video. You complained several times about how you had to spend time screwing the slider onto the tripod to mount it. Why didn't you just buy a second quick release mount that's compatible with your tripod. Having several extra quick release plates could come in very handy when swapping out cameras and... you can also mount one of the quick release plates to the slider in advance. That way you don't waste 2-5 minutes trying to screw it on every single time. I have several extra quick release plates for the separate tripod head I use. I have a still and a video camcorder. Each gets its own quick release plate for the tripod head. Also, and not to put too fine a point on this... I NEVER pipe my audio directly into my videos as you obviously do. Using microphones is fine. But I do separate audio recordings in addition to the onboard mic, or separate audio for any shoot. This way the microphone is isolated from the camera. When using something like the slider that makes a motor noise, the motor noise is separated and enough space between the audio recorder and camera helps to greatly reduce and eliminate most of the unwanted sound. I sync my audio the old fashioned way by using a production slate, also known as "a clapper." Standing in front of the camera I will generate a visual reference and a sharp audio sound that the recorder can pick up. This way the audio can be synced in post for a flawless and noiseless audio soundtrack in your video. It takes a bit more work, but the extra work is worth the effort if it means good clean audio. You can have great video footage. But if your audio is crap, then the video will appear and feel like crap. Audio is one of the most crucial and key ingredients in filmmaking. All it takes to ruin what might be great footage is just a little bit of crappy noise. It's best to have good audio to go with your good video footage. When combined in post, good audio can easily transform video footage into a great video. Nice video... thanks for the good and professional sounding introduction. And thanks for NOT using those cheap, easy n' sleezy intros that everybody thinks is so cool... you know the ones... "Hey Everybody, or, Hi Everybody, or "hi-guys, what'sup? and every single connotation and variation that so many people use, including and especially so-called "professionals." Yours sounded well thought and yes, very professional, so thank you for that.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for sharing all that Glad you enjoyed the video and what I'm doing on the channel