Audyssey killing my HT sound?

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Hetfield

Audioholic Samurai
That link led me to this link, check it out. I like the boom arm. That should make it easier when changing positions and the cost is ~the same. Whatcha think?
Nah, just go to Amazon and search Amazon basics tripod. Should come up first.
 
Pogre

Pogre

Audioholic Slumlord
Nah, just go to Amazon and search Amazon basics tripod. Should come up first.
I looked at the one you linked and it will definitely work. You don't like the boom arm? Might be a little easier to use and place. Especially in the actual seats. I'm picturing placing the stand in one spot and just swinging the boom arm around instead of moving the whole stand for each mic position.
 
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Hetfield

Audioholic Samurai
I looked at the one you linked and it will definitely work. You don't like the boom arm? Might be a little easier to use and place. Especially in the actual seats. I'm picturing placing the stand in one spot and just swinging the boom arm around instead of moving the whole stand for each mic position.
Actually yeah that might work well. I didn't really think of it. That's a good idea, huh.
 
Pogre

Pogre

Audioholic Slumlord
Actually yeah that might work well. I didn't really think of it. That's a good idea, huh.
That's what I was thinking. I'll bet it collapses straight up and down too if you want to use it as a regular mic stand.
 
Pogre

Pogre

Audioholic Slumlord
SOLD!

I ordered that one. Price is right and it comes with a universal mic clip. I have Prime so it'll be here tomorrow.
 
Pogre

Pogre

Audioholic Slumlord
So the Audyssey mic will screw on to it?
If not I can use an adapter. I think the Audyssey mic is 3/8" thread? I'm not above figuring out a way to make it fit in the included mic clip either, lol. If you want I'll set it up, see how it works and report back tomorrow with my findings.
 
H

Hetfield

Audioholic Samurai
If not I can use an adapter. I think the Audyssey mic is 3/8" thread? I'm not above figuring out a way to make it fit in the included mic clip either, lol. If you want I'll set it up, see how it works and report back tomorrow with my findings.
That would be great, thanks. I just watched 2 movies in a row and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The sound is so big now. That was fun. I haven't had this much fun with my HT is a long time.
 
Pogre

Pogre

Audioholic Slumlord
That would be great, thanks. I just watched 2 movies in a row and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The sound is so big now. That was fun. I haven't had this much fun with my HT is a long time.
That's what it's all about! I'm right there with you.
 
H

Hetfield

Audioholic Samurai
That's what it's all about! I'm right there with you.
Now I'm trying to "Ready player one" with his new found sound. Only a few minutes. Got to get out of here, engagement party today at 4.
 
KEW

KEW

Audioholic Overlord
If not I can use an adapter. I think the Audyssey mic is 3/8" thread? I'm not above figuring out a way to make it fit in the included mic clip either, lol. If you want I'll set it up, see how it works and report back tomorrow with my findings.
The boom mic stands are generally designed to snap the cylindrical body of a standard microphone into. I don't know if the specific one you are getting has an adapter (it looks like it might).
The Audyssey mic has a threaded insert in the bottom to fit any standard camera/video tripod.
Also, the Audyssey mic is designed to point straight up and boom mics are generally designed to point the mic at some marginal angle from horizontal. If there is not a "wrist" action at the end of the boom, you will need to figure out a way to orient the Audyssey mic in the upright position.
A boom stand is great for REW and standard microphone, but might not be the best option for Audyssey.
Since you run both, I think you are better off getting a boom mic and adapting it for Audyssey than doing the opposite (aside from getting two stands).
 
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Pogre

Pogre

Audioholic Slumlord
The boom mic stands are generally designed to snap the cylindrical body of a standard microphone into. I don't know if the specific one you are getting has an adapter (it looks like it might).
The Audyssey mic has a threaded insert in the bottom to fit any standard camera/video tripod.
Also, the Audyssey mic is designed to point straight up and boom mics are generally designed to point the mic at some marginal angle from horizontal. Since there is not a "wrist" action at the end of the boom, you will need to figure out a way to orient the Audyssey mic in the upright position.
A boom stand is great for REW and standard microphone, but might not be the best option for Audyssey.
Since you run both, I think you are better off getting a boom mic and adapting it for Audyssey than doing the opposite (aside from getting two stands).
That's what I have in mind. I don't think it will be too much trouble to work around the Audyssey mic. Worst case I'll send it back.

I could always just Duck Tape it on there... :p
 
KEW

KEW

Audioholic Overlord
That's what I have in mind. I don't think it will be too much trouble to work around the Audyssey mic. Worst case I'll send it back.

I could always just Duck Tape it on there... :p
Duct Tape?
Pffft!
Be a maverick, use baling wire!
https://www.homedepot.com/p/OOK-24-Gauge-100ft-Steel-Galvanized-Wire-50136/202341129?cm_mmc=Shopping|G|Base|D25H|25-4_BUILDERS_HARDWARE|NA|PLA|71700000035978695|58700004046980559|92700044264784774&gclid=CjwKCAjwtajrBRBVEiwA8w2Q8B4JavWYrd8QzaezBB9iB8VxDoHOMhwEUvHAZolUI7RYus8p957M8RoCvmYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Or you can use Tough Stuff and build it up with several applications then use a Dremel to carve the Tough Stuff into a nice seat to nest the mic into ... with chewing gum or a little molasses to keep it in place!;)

PS - My boom mic stand does have a "wrist" at the end of the boom.
 
Pogre

Pogre

Audioholic Slumlord
Duct Tape?
Pffft!
Be a maverick, use baling wire!
https://www.homedepot.com/p/OOK-24-Gauge-100ft-Steel-Galvanized-Wire-50136/202341129?cm_mmc=Shopping|G|Base|D25H|25-4_BUILDERS_HARDWARE|NA|PLA|71700000035978695|58700004046980559|92700044264784774&gclid=CjwKCAjwtajrBRBVEiwA8w2Q8B4JavWYrd8QzaezBB9iB8VxDoHOMhwEUvHAZolUI7RYus8p957M8RoCvmYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Or you can use Tough Stuff and build it up with several applications then use a Dremel to carve the Tough Stuff into a nice seat to nest the mic into ... with chewing gum or a little molasses to keep it in place!;)

PS - My boom mic stand does have a "wrist" at the end of the boom.
I should have asked before I bought that. I might be able to cancel. If not I'll send it back. I'm off to find one with a wrist now...
 
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