Toy Marching Band Instruments

[f/3.5] I bought this product to take pictures of the BHS marching band which spreads a formation of 100 yards and just to have fun with the fish eye. I found this lens so far a lot better than expected specially for the price. It may not be a go to lens for the pro photographer, but I'm enjoying it. I have not taken the time to really study the pictures that I have taken with it, but it does hat I expected that is why the 5 stars. I use it mustly on manual focus. Be careful with the lens cover, I lost my at he beach and had to call Rokinon for replacement ( not available at B&H)

[Mono] This microphone is amazing and was a huge upgrade from what I had. I am using it to record our high school marching band and the recordings are so accurate and detailed, it’s near perfect. I record on top of press boxes in the open air most of the time where I have to deal with wind and, with the wind muff, it does a great job even without turning on the wind reduction. If there was one thing I wish it did better, it would be in the reproduction of the lower frequencies but that’s getting really picky. I am using this microphone on the Sony ZV-E10.

[Mono] Using this with a Shure 183 element in a marching band situation (Trumpet and Sax solos) and is working GREAT!!

[18.21 lb] I used the intercom system for the first time during a video shoot at a marching band contest. I was concerned my cameraman would not be able to hear the director over the load music, but it was not a problem at all, even with the inexpensive headsets that came with the unit.

[Supercardioid] This microphone is amazing and was a huge upgrade from what I had. I am using it to record our high school marching band and the recordings are so accurate and detailed, it’s near perfect. I record on top of press boxes in the open air most of the time where I have to deal with wind and, with the wind muff, it does a great job even without turning on the wind reduction. If there was one thing I wish it did better, it would be in the reproduction of the lower frequencies but that’s getting really picky. I am using it on a Sony ZV-E10.

Using this with a Shure 183 element in a marching band situation (Trumpet and Sax solos) and is working GREAT!!

[Side Address] We are using these to mic marimba and vibes for marching band. They work great and produce great sound.

[2x 1/4"-20 Male] Not using for stereo capabilities but rather two cameras, filming marching band focused on different parts of the field. Had previously used different set ups - multiple tripods, go pro attached to single tripod, etc. Although I only used for final show of the year, it performed as hoped and look forward to using next year. No surprises with anything, mounted quickly and fit the equipment as indicated in the specifications, and best of all, quite inexpensive considering the function and the alternatives. Did generate some comments from others in the football stands about how much equipment I was using.

[Yes] Picked up the Shape Shifter for a trip I’m taking with a band marching into 2020 Rose Parade. The parade is only one day, but it is really a week long event for the band and a lot of travel, performing, and sightseeing. I wanted something smaller then my rollers, and I have never liked the traditional photo backpacks with the dividers. I packed it up for a dry run and it all fits great. I’m taking two mirrorless cameras, and two lenses (Nikon Z6 with a 24-70mm, and a Sony A9ii with the 100-400mm), and a Profoto A1, 15” MacBook Pro, PlataPod and mini ball head, plus all the other assorted little items (cards, batteries, cables). It all fits and seems well protected.

[Closed-Back] Im just a garage band guy and have only owned a couple of toy mixers. So I cant give an expert review...But coming from the novice side. ...This is a huge step up in quality and usability from the $40 junk Ive been using.