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Sennheiser Launches AVX Wireless Microphone Systems for Video Cameras at NAB 2015

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Sennheiser is launching its new lineup of AVX wireless microphone systems for video cameras at NAB 2015. AVX microphones allow journalists, filmmakers, and videographers to effortlessly capture high-quality audio for all their creative needs.

Each AVX system comes with everything you need to get started. The compact AVX receiver plugs directly into a camera’s XLR connector and automatically pairs with the camera and the microphone, and it even turns on and off with the camera to reduce battery drainage. The system automatically adjusts audio levels to best suit the recording conditions and transmits the data via a designated license-free 1.9 gHz link. In the event of interference, AVX will automatically switch to a new frequency.

AVX is equipped with adapted transmitting power, so the system uses only the power needed to maintain a reliable connection between the receiver and the microphone. This means that in addition to maintaining a stable link, AVX also minimizes battery power consumption. The AVX transmitter conveniently displays the amount of battery life remaining so you can easily gauge how much time until it needs to be charged. The AVX receiver and transmitter run on lithium-ion batteries that can be charged via USB.

AVX systems also include an XLR-3/mini-jack adaptor cable and mounting accessories to allow compatibility with DSLRs with jack audio input.

AVX can be purchased in three different sets: with a handheld transmitter and evolution microphone head; with a bodypack transmitter and ME 2 clip-on microphone; and in a special professional edition with a bodypack transmitter and an MKE 2 clip-on microphone. For customers in the USA, there is a special combo pack which includes both the bodypack and handheld transmitters and an MMD 42 microphone head. All components (plus additional accessories) are available for purchase separately so users can create their own custom AVX system.

Visit Sennheiser at booth C2055 at NAB 2015.

The Padcaster Teams Up With Axle Video At NAB 2015

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The Padcaster will be teaming up with Axle Video at NAB 2015 for a series of live demos showing off the capabilities of axle video logothe new Axle Edit app.

The Padcaster is a multi-fuctional case that turns your iPad into an all-in-one video recording, editing, and broadcasting studio. The sturdy aluminum frame and flexible urethane insert protect your iPad while holding it securely in place. And with a range of accessories, from LED lighting solutions to high-quality pics for better audio, you can customize the Padcaster to meet your individual broadcasting needs.

Once you’ve captured video, you can process and edit it in any of the App Store’s various video editing apps. Axle Edit is a worthy choice, with an easy-to-use user interface and a robust offering of video editing and collaboration tools. According to Axle, “Axle Edit was designed for mobile journalists as well as media producers/assistants who need a quick and convenient way to create rough cut sequences from their iPhones or iPads… axle Edit is ideal for producer/editor (‘preditor’) workflows where media is captured on mobile devices, then integrated with other media on main storage.”

Features of Axle Edit include:

  • Touch-based subclip selection and sequence assembly on a timeline
  • Intuitive editing for local or server-based media
  • Low-resolution playback
  • High-resolution rendering on the Axle server.

Join Axle and Padcaster at NAB at the Axle Video booth (SL16015) for live demos and more information.