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Hi, I'm Clinton Harn, and welcome
to a double episode of 60 seconds

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on set. 

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Lavalier 

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microphones are perfect for close miking
and are typically used for dialog.

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You can pull a pretty good sound
without much technique,

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but in these two episodes I want to talk
about application tips, tricks and rigging

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solutions to really help
you get the most out of your microphones.

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Today I'll be using the smart lav
from Rode mikes.

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First, mapping solutions. 

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These include clips, vampire
clips and camera or even gaffer tape.

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Clips are often the easiest and quickest
method to attach a mike to your talent.

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Vampire or Viper clips are generally
used to secure the mike to a T-shirt

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as an alternative, and tape is used
for additional security and serves

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as another method to both mount
and conceal your microphone.

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When a lav is visible, use the broadcast
loop, also known as the newsman's loop.

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Let's look at this particular method. 

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Secure your mike to the clip and loop
the cable back into the clip itself

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and position
the cable between clip and the fabric.

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Dress the remainder of the cable
behind the talent's clothing.

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To eliminate cable noise form
another small loop

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just under the mic capsule
and secure it with a small piece of tape.

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Remember, looping cables
also acts as a strain relief.