DJI Force Pro- a game changer!
A newly added tool to our DJI Ronin 2 package is the DJI Force Pro. The name alone should inspire awe and confidence that you’ve never felt before, but once you actually turn it on, then the real magic happens. Let’s step back, what is the Force Pro, you might ask. The Force Pro is a wireless controller for the DJI Ronin 2 or Ronin-S, enabling smooth pans and tilts without having contact with the gimbal. This makes it possible to take full control of the Ronin, even if it’s on a drone, or in an operators’ hands. To truly experience the awesomeness of this device, you really need to get it into your hands and test it out. Contact us today!
Quick Fix For Sound Devices 633 #sounddevices #productionaudio #sounddevices633 #lasvegasproductionaudio
Factory Reset will fix the “unfixable”!
On set, there is always the potential for mistakes, errors, problems, calamities, squirrel attacks, and mysteries. Perhaps, though, the worst kind of problem is an audio problem; not because audio is the worst (it’s the best! after craft services…), but because audio is invisible. I’m digging a pretty big hole here. Audio techs, mixers, boom ops, etc. aren’t invisible, that’s just their mossy oak shoes, shorts, shirt, command belt, tactical vest, safari hat, Oakley sunglasses, field-mixer bag, and backpack full of pudding snacks and Slim Jim’s! It’s hard, nay, impossible to see anything that’s covered in mossy oak.
Let’s get back on track. Audio problems are really difficult to fix, because it’s usually a technical issue that could be anywhere from the mixer, to the frequency, to the XLR run- it’s one of those things you have to just start checking off the boxes, go down the list, and check everything. It’s like in Christmas Vacation when Clark Griswold couldn’t figure out why the 100,000 imported Italian twinkle lights wouldn’t work, so he starts checking every single one of them… lo’ and behold, the light switch wasn’t on in the garage. That is what audio is like!
Recently, we heard of an issue where none of the lavs or XLRs going into a Sound Devices 633 were showing up, the channels wouldn’t arm, you couldn’t even turn them on! Scary! After going through the normal steps without a solution, the tech ended up doing a factory reset. FIXED! Now, you will lose your folder structure, and any presets saved, but, it’s better than failing at life. To accomplish this, do this:
Power down the mixer.
Press and hold down the menu knob for 15.1 seconds.
Power the mixer back up, wipe the sweat off, and get back to audio glory!
The best deals on production gear this autumn.
As summer rolls along, we inevitably move closer and closer to Las Vegas' "second busy season". While the autumn months don't quite match the depth and breadth of the "marathon" of conventions, trade shows, and general production from CES in January till the end of May, autumn will no doubt see production volume increase. From the end of August when the kiddos go back to school, up until mid-November, a number of conventions, trade shows, etc, such as the always fun SEMA, will descend upon Sin City.
Make sure that you step on set with all the best production gear. Whether you need the beautiful 4K imagery of the Canon C300 Mark II, the unmatched audio clarity provided by the Schoeps CMIT 5U shotgun microphone, or the silky smooth moves that only DJI's Ronin-S and Ronin 2 can provide- we've got you. And, before you start looking in your sticky cupholder or under your couch cushions for all the cash you can scratch up, remember that we have great prices! Not only is our gear of the highest quality, but it's also priced competitively- we're not here to break the bank, or your spirits.
Make sure to send us an email, or give us a call, and schedule today!
New gimbal for DSLR cameras! #dji #ronin-s #videoproduction
DJI's latest effort, the Ronin-S, is now available! The newest addition to the Ronin family is a light-weight, easy-to-use gimbal specifically designed for use with DSLRs. The Ronin-S is designed with the roll motor offset, giving the user an unobstructed view of the LCD. Multiple modes of shooting, from ultra smooth to quick response are available, and can be programmed on buttons on the handle. A focus wheel on the side of the gimbal can be used in certain situations. The camera/lens payload is nearly five pounds, and the battery runtime is approximately twelve hours. This product is designed with the professional filmmaker in mind, but is easy enough for beginners to use. This item paired with our Canon 5D Mark IV and Rokinon Prime lenses will really make an incredible addition to your next Las Vegas video production or Long Beach video production. For more amazing DJI products, and so much more, give F11 Rentals a call, we're your favorite (whether you know it or not) Las Vegas video production rental shop!
Premiere: Las Vegas 48 Hour Film Project.
F11 Rentals has been a proud sponsor of this year's 48 Hour Film Project: Las Vegas. It has been our absolute pleasure to sponsor and be a part of this competition; giving Indie filmmakers of all sorts, the opportunity to showcase their filmmaking skills. The submissions premiered at Brenden Theaters at the Palms Resort here in fabulous Las Vegas, over two evenings this week. Beyond the premiers, we also had the opportunity to speak about F11 Rentals and our participation in this year's events with Quantum Arc Media, Joe Lujan of Carcass Studios and Corey Taylor on the internet talk show Corey Taylor Talks. We have really enjoyed being able to introduce ourselves further into the local Indie film scene, and are looking forward to meeting more great artists and build up Las Vegas' stellar arts scene.
Edelkrone Steady Module: A Must Have!
F11 Rentals recently made an addition to our Edelkrone Slider Plus system. The recently released steady module was put through our series of real-life, on-location tests, and it passed with flying colors! Before this addition was released, executing completely smooth slides while shooting video wasn't always a guarantee. While the Slider Plus offers smooth, quality slides, there always seemed to be one specific speed you could slide at, and anything slower or faster included a few bumps or "hiccups".
With the Steady Module, tension is applied to the cable system, allowing friction to be transferred into the module, and away from the camera. Tension is also adjustable, allowing for an expanded range of speeds for your slides. This item is excellent, and we're excited to offer it along with the Motion and Action Modules with the Edelkrone Slider Plus system.
If your Las Vegas video production calls for some sweet, steady moves, give us a call, and allow us to set you up with a great video production rental package.
A review: Litepanels Astra 6x
We've recently procured some amazing light panels- not just light panels, but Litepanels... Litepanels Astra 6x to be more precise. If you're in the know, and we know you already know, because no one who doesn't know is worth knowing, you know that these lights are AMAZING!
The output is incredible, it's powerful but soft. The temperature range is broad, but it's calculated and precise. The light panels come in pairs (because no one rides alone), with collapsable stands, and both AC power and V-mount plates- all in a strong, dependable case.
These lights are not only popular because they made varsity their freshman year, but also, because they're friends with everyone from the A/V Club to shop class. If you want to be cool also, try renting a pair, and see what it will do for your hallway status- I bet you start getting invited to way more parties!
48 Hour Film Festival: Las Vegas!
It's that time of year again, time for the 48 Hour Film Festival to return to Las Vegas. This amazing event gives filmmakers of all shapes and sizes the opportunity to flex their creative and speedy film-making muscles- in a compact time frame. Each team has just 48 hours to create a film, start to finish, and submit it for a judging panel. Now- this may seem super easy, or super impossible- both are correct! If you try to do to much, you'll never finish, so keep it simple. However, if you're not creative, and just submit a bunch of footage of ramen noodles heating up in the microwave, you'll probably not stand out.
We here at F11 Rentals are proud to be VIP sponsors of this years' competition, and cannot wait to be a part of all the festivities. We welcome teams to reach out for your last minute rentals. Let us know you're part of the competition, and we'll be happy to extend our 25% discount to you and your team. Best of luck to all the teams, we can't wait to see your final product.
Filthy Rotten Scoundrels! #crooks #lookoutforcameras
Keep a sharp eye out for some filthy crooks! Last night (May 7th), some cowards decided to break into our humble abode, and they took some of our gear. What did they steal? Besides our calm sense of love and happiness, the took:
RED Epic Dragon 6K camera package (with EVF, LCD, matte box, and much more)
3x Canon C300 Mark II packages (with LCD, media, batteries, etc)
Canon C300 Mark I package (with LCD media, batteries, etc)
Sony a7S package (with media, batteries, etc)
Canon 5D Mark II package (with batteries and media)
Various Canon L-Series zoom lenses
4x Mac Pro Laptops
So, if some moron shows up at one of the many pawn shops here in town, your production office, or in a creepy van with a bicycle, ice cream, and a clown painted on the side trying to sell you some "totally legit cameras"- they're probably ours. Luckily, the fine men and women of Metro, our stellar security crew, and ALL OF THE CAMERAS will be working hard to find the buttheads who robbed us. We'll see you soon, crooks!
Teradek Bolt: A Review #teradek #bolt #lasvegasvideoproduction
Hello friends, pull up a seat, and let's have a quick review of the Teradek Bolt 500 3G-SDI wireless video transmitter. The Bolt is designed to transmit virtually lossless video up to 500', we have found this to be pretty accurate; the distance does greatly depend on physical barriers, but even still, the range is great. Multiple Bolts: like a lightning storm, you can have multiple Bolts in one area, operating and getting along well, all at the same time. There is a built-in HDMI-SDI converter that allows you to connect both the on-camera monitor and video source via the same device, which has worked out great when used with our Ronin 2. We also have the SmallHD 703 Bolt 7" wireless director's monitor, which pairs perfectly with the Bolt, and provides mobility and flexibility on set.
So, overall- this is a great device that provides exceptional video in real time and gives you the freedom and flexibility you've always craved.