Audio Gear For Wedding Filmmakers | A Deep Dive

In this video I take a deep dive into our wedding audio bag. Going over everything from the recorders and mics to the lapel mounts and mic covers.
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Bags and Pouches:
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Cable Pouch: amzn.to/3EAW7uX
Cables:
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Timecode:
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Straps and Mounts:
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Ursa Mini Mounts (for MKE-2): bit.ly/3AoPCZw
Bubblebee Lav Concealer (Sanken Cos-11d): bhpho.to/3tB6aLe
Viviana Beetle Lav Mount (Sanken Cos-11d): bit.ly/3OhoqTn
Mics + Recorders:
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Rode Rodelink Lav: bhpho.to/3NsMgul
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:09 - Transmitting Mics
02:42 - All The Cables
07:50 - Timecode Devices
09:28 - Zoom F6 Recorder
10:45 - Straps and Pouches for Bodypack Recorders
15:07 - Deity BP-TRX
20:03 - Lapel Mics (Sanken, Sennheiser, Rode)
22:25 - Lapel Mic Mounts and Stickies
28:07 - Outro
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[@JustinPorterMedia]

What other audio related topics would y'all like to see?

[@mara-shields]

Editing audio - what you do to all audio, how to edit wind/loud noises out, balancing with music, anything really!!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@mara-shields Say no more :)

[@austenh7]

Great video! I’m curious to see how you’re using all of that audio from the bridal party? I feel like I would do it if I knew it would be useful but I don’t know how I’d incorporate it

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@austenh7 Oh that’s a really good point. Scene building is something I want to do for sure on a live to show.

[@felipeandjess]

Leveling up, i.e starter kit, next acquisition then next

[@chrisbrockhurst]

This video is GOLD for anyone getting into Weddings, listen to this man, he knows his stuff better than anyone else out there.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

You are the man! Thanks so much for the support! I just get so passionate with what I use haha.

[@cypresssoundz1223]

all of jp's content is super helpful.. Especilly for weddings..

[@LucasHuang]

This is info is gold even for none wedding videographers! It’s so informative for audio & production overall! Thanks again for all this! 👍👍👍

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Of course. I really appreciate it. Had to tag is “wedding filmmaker” for the good old algorithm lol. Thanks so much though for watching 🙌🏾

[@sobaagency]

WOW THIS IS free masterclass of sound thank youuuuuu so much man, this saved our post production workflow

[@mannytheamateur324]

Good morning sir! Please keep creating videos. Your filming style has definitely inspired me to change the way I currently film my wedding videos. Before bumping into your videos, I was about to drop my videography business because of the redundancy. From one filmmaker to another, thank you so much!!! Have a wonderful day and God bless!!!

[@dandiey]

Thanks a lot for sharing! I did’nt even realized it is a 30 minutes video and I watched till the end without skipping it. It is insightful and entertaining. Thank you again for making this video! 😃

[@VANPIEAR]

The only KZbin channel I watch for wedding inspiration and tips 💯💪🏽 keep killing it.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Truly the best man. Consistent support and I love it. 🥹

[@jaydelturco]

Great content for any style videography. Really enjoying your stuff. Nicely done.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thank you so much. I appreciate your support and hope your 2023 started off amazing!

[@ChannelWright]

The advice about Lav mic placement alone was priceless!

[@bryllupsvideografIsak]

Nice to see another post from you 👍 Looking forward for more wedding BTS 😁 I had to special order the Deity TC timecode after your timecode video, and got the message today that it was finally sent from the US. Should take a few weeks to arrive and hopefully before my first wedding video of people I don't know 😃

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Oh awesome!! You're going to love the timecode workflow. I can't wait to get more videos. I am slowly committing to more content for sure :)

[@bryllupsvideografIsak]

@@JustinPorterMedia Great to hear! You keep posting, and I'll keep giving you 100% retention views 😁

[@joaquinfilms]

The mini mount tip no one ever talks about👌🏽 saw one used by the sound guy on a Disney+ Documentary I worked on and wondered why no one talks about them! Thanks for the dope insight once again!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

They are legit so dope. I don’t know if they do any big marketing to sound peeps but they are legendary. I should of pumped more examples in this haha

[@sightseerproductions]

Those Deity mics can take a beating too. I've had them drop several times and sure, they may get a few scratches here and there but they are SO durable which is great for me because I film a lot of barn weddings here in Humboldt so my gear is exposed to a lot of different elements.

[@KaitlinandMitch]

The calf strap tip was inspired! We have had trouble with our ursa straps slipping down the thigh of brides. I just put one on my calf and couldn't shake it off, and I tried pretty hard. Thanks! Going to use this!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Oh yea. A tip with thigh strap is to go about 3-4 inches above the knee. It seems to hold alot better but you have to over tighten and make sure the leg is fully relaxed and not bent when you apply it. (Assuming you don’t do this lol) The calf strap is also a great option. I used the leg strap for a calf strap for the longest haha

[@KaitlinandMitch]

​@@JustinPorterMedia Thanks!

[@iamedgardbmedia]

Great Video Bro😊

[@grecasweddings]

Thanks for the video! It's always great to learn from the greatests, and your charisma never goes unnoticed! I have a question tho: have you ever had any issues with the XLR splitter? Thank you!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thanks so much. I’ve never had any issues with the splitter before. It’s my most used cable too

[@grecasweddings]

@@JustinPorterMedia good to know, thank you for answering!

[@antoniolucci4864]

DUDE… so helpful, thank you!!!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

🔥🔥🔥 of course! So happy it was helpful

[@jgooch99]

Another Great Video! Thanks for sharring!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Appreciate you watching. Thanks for the support 🥹

[@cypresssoundz1223]

Great info as usual.. I need to get the thigh and calf wraps.. i would like to see how you mic up the brides? Ive only done the grooms and bestman so far.

[@jacobkernell6388]

Thank you, Justin! This helps a lot man. I'm filming on Fuji right now for weddings but Blackmagic images are just so much better and I want to switch and haven't because of redundant recording on my X-H2s. I'd like some of your thoughts on this, if you have any workarounds etc. I really want to shoot on Blackmagic but the risk of a corrupted SD card is just an awful thought and I haven't been able to justify getting a Blackmagic yet for that reason.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Oh I totally understand. You could always externally record to a monitor though. Get the Blackmagic video assist and record the b raw externally and to the card in camera. If you use CFast cards the likelihood of them corrupting is very slim and I’d Recommend that if going to Blackmagic

[@gillesmatheronpro]

5:32... for making things crystal clear Justin, the output from a wireless receiver is a MIC out (with its specific impedance, rated in ohms) not a line out. Some receivers offer a spare LINE out for use on older preamplifiers or all-in-ones, like we can have in some old shops, malls, gyms, etc. I often had these in 30+ year old places, where the manager knows nothing about sound and took absolutely no care of his/her gear. In such cases, a LINE out from the wireless receiver can be a plan B, because the rack system / PA has no MIC input. Other than this, the output from a microphone receiver is the same as from a wired microphpone : a MIC out. Other major thing, related to hum and low noise occuring (when you don't want to). XLR connectors were designed to eliminate such noises by creating a "balanced" connection : a circuit compares the clean signal and the conveyed signal. If they differ, it means a distorsion occured somewhere and the circuitry will take care of this by "cleaning". It's plain and simple, and it functions ! Problem is conventional ( = mono) "Jack" connectors do not offer this, as they provide only two contacts (they are "TRS" type, when a typical XLR has 3 tips), so the "cleaning" can not be done. So, when you use a TRS ( = mono) Jack connector, you must expect rumble anytime. There is a way out though, but the thing must be considered as a whole : it's to use TRRS Jack connectors (also called "stereo" Jacks, and have the dedicated wiring + the dedicated socket. If one thing is not "stereo" (or TRRS), in male or female version, the balancing is lost and you may experience rumble, just like when using a standard (mono) TRS Jack. Sound systems go as video systems : they are limited by the least capable element. Sound systems must be seen as wine barrel... when one blade is too short, the wine overflows. Hope this helps.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Oh yes. It definitely does and I appreciate the detailed explanation. This makes a lot of sense especially knowing that the audio signal is as strong as the weakest connection. Thank you for clarifying it.

[@gillesmatheronpro]

@@JustinPorterMedia my pleasure, it's the least I could do considering all you bring in your creations !

[@mara-shields]

Every time you post a video, I ask myself "what am I going to buy this time" 😂

[@JustinPorterMedia]

😂😂😂😂 haha that’s a good and bad thing hahah

[@JuanHernandez-lb8vu]

Hey Justin, are you able to do a video on how the TC-1 Connects to Zoom f3 or F6? Thanks. Keep being a great mentor.

[@JuanHernandez-lb8vu]

Also, how would you get audio using the TC-1?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@JuanHernandez-lb8vu the deity would basically plug directly into the zoom F6 and it automatically jam syncs. I’ll do a timecode jamming video though.

[@wesleylenting6722]

Would you advise investing in the tentacle sync system or deity system for timecode/ audio? I'm looking into investing in pro audio. I have an FX6, 2x FX30 and an A7IV that I need timecode synced. So would I be better off buying 2x Tentacle Sync E MK2 + add a whole bunch of Tentacle sync track E's + Sennheiser ME2's or should I invest in a Deity setup?

[@williamlinkfilms]

You forgot to put the link in the description for that shirt 😂. But no seriously what brand is that shirt?

[@noflavorimaging3335]

I have the bptrx,s. I get a weird echo when monitoring audio with on in tx and one in rx like you mentions. Any idea what that could be? Oh and I’m late as hell to this video. It didn’t pop up in my feed. Fire video as always!!!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thanks so much. I honestly have no idea. I’ve never had that. Check and ensure you’re on the latest firmware.

[@ICUNURSE]

I heard BP Trx is discontinued. Is it true ? Which product of deity replaced bp Trx ?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

They are sadly. Deity is releasing the PR-2. That’s the best alternative for sure.

[@macca.production]

Hi Justin, didn't find your video about Hollyland Mars M1. Can you confirm that I can use a M1 on my shoulder rig to monitor and another one wireless for my assistant pulling focus? Can I use 2 monitor to communicate wireless? I need an answer very fast, I have a big projet next week.

[@felipeandjess]

Is range ever an issue with time code? The deity TC-1 says 250ft max range

[@SSageStudios]

In some of the videos what headset are you wearing, i am assuming its for team communication

[@Marcielle_Makes]

Do you have another channel? I KNOW I watched a video of yours when you were at a wedding and you talked about the mics that you use that sync with eachother and time stamp so it’s easier to sync the videos to the sound. I have been searching under this channel name but I cannot find the video. I know it was you because that’s how I subscribed. If you read this (which I pray you do) would you kindly direct me to your link for the syncing/time stamping mics you use for the wedding party?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Hey! Here’s one from a rehearsal dinner I think you’re talking about :) Wedding Filmmaking Behind The Scenes - Rehearsal Dinner kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWLRq6R-mdN3jKc

Thought you used tentacle sync for timecodes! If you had to pick just one system: Tentacle or Deity? would love your thoughts on this

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Well, truthfully deity is 100$ cheaper, battery lasts twice as long, and the features are more too. So for that I’d say deity. Tentacle has 32bit float but as I mentioned here, knowing how to set levels correctly and understanding signal to noise ratio doesn’t make having 32 bit float a huge benefit in my opinion lol

@@JustinPorterMedia Thanks so much for taking the time to answer Justin!!

[@ChrisFlores22]

is the bptrx still good to pick up or is it best to get the new theos? I am new to timecode and I want to figure out how to use timecode with my lumix cams, ninja v recorders, zoom f3. I know the atomos ecosystem seems to make sense but I also want a solid lav mic option so I am considering picking up the tc1 trip with some bptrx packs. THoguhts?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

The Bp system is still good. Deity is releasing new recorders soon though. For the f3 you can use the Ultrasync Blue to jam and you’d want Ultrasync ones for the cameras

[@ChrisFlores22]

@@JustinPorterMedia will timecode from the camera be accurate feeding into a ninja v? Would the ninja v need it’s own ultra sync?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@ChrisFlores22 yep. The ninja can receive timecode via hdmi or if you’re recording into the ninja then the Ultrasync blue will sync to that too

[@SoundSpeeds]

Thanks for the shout out. On my channel I have a deep dive on the BP-TRX if you're interested

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Of course! Your content is awesome.

[@SoundSpeeds]

@@JustinPorterMedia Thank you sir. I'm just discovering yours and appreciate your production value and presentation style.

[@macca.production]

Hi Justin, I have 6 Deity TC-1: 4 for my BMPCC6k, one for a gopro, 1 for the Zoom F6. I wanna have the same TC for sound... Can I inject the TC from Deity TC-1 in a set of 3 Deity BP-TRX? Do you have a video for that? I'm sorry but I don't speak very well english.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Hey. Yes you definitely can jam the timecode from your TC-1 to your BP-TRX. The TRX has a timecode menu and you would set the timecode to “free run”, choose the frame rate (it should match the frame rate of the TC-1), plug the tc-1 into the mic input of the BP-TRX, then you should see the timecode from the tc-1 appear on the trx, scroll to “JAM”, and you’re done. I’ll make a video about this so it’s easier to understand.

[@taylorjameslee]

Hey Justin! Wondering if you use a black mke lav to Mic bride? Have you run into any issues with using black instead of a white lav on brides?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Yes I use a black one or a beige Sanken mic. Honestly, you can never really tell and when you can, it’s always when you’re up close. Never in photos or the camera. You’re more likely to see the cable itself running through.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Like the thickness of the cable not the color of it

[@taylorjameslee]

Thanks for the quick reply! Was just worried since I do have a white tascam dr10l mic, but looking to replace it with the mke but only comes in black so was worried it could potentially run into issues with a white wedding dress. Only really worried about seeing black through the dress!

[@felipeandjess]

Sticky size goes to on clothing material not skin?

[@wonyasloan5504]

how many mic packs can you pair to one receiver?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

So I use these as recorders instead of transmitters. You can use as many as you want🙌🏾

[@noemig1995]

Hi Justin! I would love to know the name of the strap that you are wearing on your body?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

The strap? Are you referring to the easyrig support vest?

[@noemig1995]

@@JustinPorterMedia Hi Justin, yes the support vest!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@noemig1995 oh yes then the easyrig minimax is what I use

[@jstnzbll]

How do you handle ensuring your talent can still use the bathroom while being mic'd up?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Great question. I just tell them to go. The mic stays attached and there’s plenty of cable slack to support it. Usually I just tell them to move the cable out of the way.

[@alexwilliams7975]

I currently have 2 Tascam DR-10Ls with cheap lavs and I’ve been looking to upgrade my audio quality. I am planning on getting 2 sennheiser MKE2s but I’m not sure which recorder to buy. I currently don’t use time code but wouldn’t mind having it. Any recommendations?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@alexwilliams7975 deity PR2 hands down. Available July 18th

[@alexwilliams7975]

@@JustinPorterMedia you’re the man!!! Thank you!

[@AYWCMedia]

you can gone head and mail that AVX to Indiana for me lol

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Haha say no more 😂

[@rrainezero19]

More BTS please! 😊

[@JustinPorterMedia]

I got you :)

[@bunnyhallow]

I need to befriend a sound mixer, most of them build/repair their own audio cables. I hope they like orange chicken.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Hahah I have fixed 2 of my sankens. It’s honestly easy but tedious. One I for some reason couldn’t get to terminate to I sent it in. $50 and it’s good. Lol

[@aov_james]

Just bought a production van 🚐???!!! Let’s go!!!🔥 Even though I haven’t used deity trx or tentacle tracks, I’m some how leaning towards tentacle 🐙

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Oh yea haha let’s gooooo haha. They are honestly both amazing. You can’t go wrong either way

[@KaitlinandMitch]

The Tentacle ecosystem is awesome!

[@JJackson20]

Not sure what else to say but thank you. Great video and great info! Definitely appreciate all these that you do! - @lyvertmedia

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thanks so much for watching and supporting as always. Glad this was helpful. I wanted to give all the juice haha