Alright, so I've got questions regarding the Beachtek DXA-4, and the SGM-1X specifically, but this may apply to other discussions.
First and foremost, I've read that the SGM-1X is not a "hot" enough mic to be used without a pre-amp on the HV30. At the same time, I've read that the NTG-2 is hot enough. (just tossing that in for discussion, as the NTG-2 is a second option here).
Where I get a bit fuzzy about specific terminology / what I need precisely is with regard to power.
Both mics are battery powered so phantom power is not required (my understanding is phantom power is to electrically charge the mic for picking up sound by design, not for driving the audio).
However, as mentioned above - the SGM-1X isnt hot enough to get in without a pre-amp and have quality audio. Does the DXA-4 act as a pre-amp? Google says it doesnt require power, and I cannot find any reference that it acts as a pre-amp, yet MANY people have paired the two together. What purpose / actual reason is involved here?
Would I be better off picking up an NTG-2 + simple XLR to 3.5mm adapter, and going without the beachtek instead? I've heard samples that demonstrate both mics as being very impressive. I can also add a beachtek to the NTG-2 later as budget allows / quality requires.
Really, what I'm trying to figure out is how the DXA-4 acts as a pre-amp if its not powered, and what is actually happening. Additionally, if thats the best route to take.
In case anyone needs to know, primary purpose will be using as a boom mic indoors, and some outdoors shots.
Thanks for any insight.
First and foremost, I've read that the SGM-1X is not a "hot" enough mic to be used without a pre-amp on the HV30. At the same time, I've read that the NTG-2 is hot enough. (just tossing that in for discussion, as the NTG-2 is a second option here).
Where I get a bit fuzzy about specific terminology / what I need precisely is with regard to power.
Both mics are battery powered so phantom power is not required (my understanding is phantom power is to electrically charge the mic for picking up sound by design, not for driving the audio).
However, as mentioned above - the SGM-1X isnt hot enough to get in without a pre-amp and have quality audio. Does the DXA-4 act as a pre-amp? Google says it doesnt require power, and I cannot find any reference that it acts as a pre-amp, yet MANY people have paired the two together. What purpose / actual reason is involved here?
Would I be better off picking up an NTG-2 + simple XLR to 3.5mm adapter, and going without the beachtek instead? I've heard samples that demonstrate both mics as being very impressive. I can also add a beachtek to the NTG-2 later as budget allows / quality requires.
Really, what I'm trying to figure out is how the DXA-4 acts as a pre-amp if its not powered, and what is actually happening. Additionally, if thats the best route to take.
In case anyone needs to know, primary purpose will be using as a boom mic indoors, and some outdoors shots.
Thanks for any insight.