I have a few questions on mic extension wires

[JEL Productions]

Hello everyone,

I'm new here, however I don't exactly consider myself a 'newbie', at least when it comes to amateur video creation.

Anyway, for about four years I've been messing around with cameras and video editing, and I've finally decided to make the switch to High-Definition. I have a film planned out that I want to film next summer with my friends, and I want to use the best audio equipment that I can.

I've found that a person can make their own boom mic for less than $50 (plus the cost of the actual shotgun mic) and I plan to do this; however I have a few questions on extension wires. This is the mic I plan on using (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/444022-REG/Azden_SMX_10_SMX_10_Stereo_Microphone.html), and this is the extension wire I'll need (http://www.amazon.com/3-5mm-Stereo-Headphone-Extension-Straight/dp/B0002KR13M). Do any of you recommend those two purchases, or should I look for something better?

I'm not from the UK, but this is the video I found that taught how to create a boom pole for cheap (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr3uqfvQblA&feature=related). I really like that guy!

Thanks to all who provide advice!

[Baldrick]

I changed the subject so it actually says something about your topic. You can adjust it by clicking on the edit-button.

[JEL Productions]

Thanks! Sorry I didn't think about that...I'll be sure to name a topic appropriately next time.

[MysticE]

Search around there are many forums dedicated to what you are doing with lot's of discussions and tips.

http://www.filmmaking.net/fnetforum/

http://www.indietalk.com/

[Soopafresh]

http://www.vimeo.com/videos/search:azden

[edDV]

Basic answer, high impedance is good for a few feet. Longer cables will generate noise.

Pro mics operate at low impedance and require a transformer for interface with a consumer camcorder. Low impedance mics can use long cables. Some prosumer camcorders have low impedance 600 ohm mic/line inputs.



Low impedance balancesd XLR cables and connectors are typical for anything over about 5 feet. A popular mic mixer for camcorders is the Beachtek.
http://www.dvcreators.net/beachtek-xlr-adapters/

A simple mono 600 ohm mic can be interfaced with this Shure transformer.
http://www.microphonesolutions.com/a96f.html?productid=a96f&channelid=PGRAB