Looking for a compact audio device to capture speeches, interviews, etc. that's easy to set up and discrete enough to not be noticed? Though I've made heavy use of a number audio accessories - from my Rode VideoMic NTG shotgun microphones, to my Tascam DR-10L lavalier microphones, and my Zoom H6 external recorder - there's one unit that often acts as a backup and/or additional audio source on a number of gigs that has been my best kept secret for getting great audio quickly.
In this review, I'll reveal that product - the Sony TX660 audio recorder - and talk about the many specifications and features of the unit. Because I also own its predecessor - the Sony TX650 - I'll discuss the differences between the two units and include audio samples to compare their quality. Additionally I'll go over what I've used the unit for (e.g. weddings) and why you might choose one, and cover my assortment of preferred settings that you'll want to consider if you shoot video. Last, I'll cover my final thoughts and if I would recommend picking one of these up.
All in all, the Sony ICD-TX660 is a great pocket-sized voice recorder that delivers on its promise of getting great audio quickly, and has earned a place in my audio toolkit for that very reason.
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Sony TX660: [ Ссылка ]
Sony TX650: [ Ссылка ]
Mic Sleeves for the TX660/TX650: [ Ссылка ]
0:00 - Intro, what makes the TX660 unique
0:23 - Overall specs and features
1:50 - ...but what about the TX650?
2:17 - TX660, TX650 audio quality comparison and samples
3:10 - TX660 vs. TX650, overview of what's different
4:28 - Price, which one would I choose?
4:48 - Why would you want one? What I use it for (w/ audio samples)
7:10 - My recommended settings for the TX660 (and TX650)
8:56 - Any drawbacks?
9:56 - Summary, would I recommend this?
11:05 - Conclusion
Rode VideoMic NTG Review:
[ Ссылка ]
Tascam DR-10L Review:
[ Ссылка ]
Zoom H6 Review:
[ Ссылка ]
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My Current Kit:
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Cameras & Lenses:
Sony a7S III: [ Ссылка ]
Sony a7 IV: [ Ссылка ]
Sony a7 III: [ Ссылка ]
Sony 20mm f/1.8 G: [ Ссылка ]
Sony 50mm f/1.2 GM: [ Ссылка ]
Sony 16-35 f/2.8 GM: [ Ссылка ]
Sony 24-70 f/2.8 GM II: [ Ссылка ]
Sony 70-200 f/2.8 GM II: [ Ссылка ]
Audio:
Rode VideoMic NTG: [ Ссылка ]
Tascam DR-10L: [ Ссылка ]
Zoom H6: [ Ссылка ]
Sony TX660: [ Ссылка ]
Lighting:
Aputure LS 60x: [ Ссылка ]
Aputure Amaran P60c: [ Ссылка ]
Aputure Amaran AL-F7: [ Ссылка ]
Aputure MC: [ Ссылка ]
Tripod/Monopod:
Manfrotto 290 Xtra 128RC: [ Ссылка ]
iFootage Cobra C180-II: [ Ссылка ]
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