Hey!! I'm Robert Rozak, President of juicedLink and author of the juicedLink Blog. The Blog is where I show people some of the new products that I'm working on, test results, and cool applications of the juicedLink products.
But, the Blog is not just a showcase for juicedLink products. I also do product reviews, and tutorials of best practices and techniques for achieving great audio and video … ON A BUDGET.
The Blog is a lot of fun for me, and I really enjoy the comments and feedback that I get from my readers regarding new product ideas, applications, and other types of content that they would like to have covered in the blog.
I try to make it fun for my readers too. I always have some nice giveaway happening (you can see in the top banner of the web page). In addition to the bigger giveaways that are always active, I also have smaller giveaways in some of my posts. Sometimes, I want to get a product into users hands to get some feedback, and I'm looking for volunteers. Other times, I may do a little survey, and do a product giveaway for the group of people who respond.
So, subscribe to the Blog, come have fun and join the community … and good luck on winning one of the prizes!
We're making room in inventory for some upcomming juicedLink products. So, we're going to stop carrying products from other manufacturers, such as microphones. So we're having a …
These microphones are all brand-new in their original packaging, and some models are marked down by as much as 50%. The mics that I sell are all the same models that I use in my gear bag, so you can be assured that you're using quality equipment at resonable prices.
Another great reason to be a part of the juicedLink Blog community!
While supplies last …
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I have so much fun writing this blog. It's great to hear back from so many of your regarding your ideas for product stuff and for more great blog content. Thank you all so much for being a part of the juicedLink Blog community …
IN THIS ISSUE … This seems to be the contest winners blog post: 1) NEW CONTEST … Win a $500 Gift Card to B&H Photo, 2) Winner of the Canon T3i Drawing, 3) Winners of the DIY111B iPhone/Android/Smartphone 1/4-20 Adapter
Winners of DIY111B iPhone/Android/Smartphone 1/4-20 Adapter
The DIY111B is fully adjustable to fit any size smarphone, and provides a female 1/4-20 so your smartphone can be mounted to any tripod, grip, rig, etc. It is much more rugged than other cheap-o options, as the DIY111B is fabricated out of aluminum.
Spencer Weaver is a filmaker who has worked on live action promotion videos, stop-motion animation short films, and he recently worked on two feature length motion pictures, and his website is at www.ponderpictures.com, and he's very excited to try out the DIY111B with his new iPhone 4s! Robert LaRue from Boulder Colorado is another DIY111B winner. We're still waiting for a response from aXXXXXi@hotmail.com ("X" represents a hidden character).
Winner of the Canon T3i Drawing
Jeff Rogers is a photographer from Kentucky (check out his "Winter in the Bluegrass" notecards at jeffrogers.com), and he'll be putting the Canon T3i that he just won to work in some new documentary work. Congrats Jeff !!!
Win a $500 Gift Card to B&H: We're doing a new giveaway to Win a $500 Gift Card to B&H, coming up on March 15. Make sure you tweet your friends about this great offer !! If you are receiveing this email directly from us (via Feedburner/Google), then you are already subscribed to the juicedLink Blog and eligible to win.
I have so much fun writing this blog. It's great to hear back from so many of your regarding your ideas for product stuff and for more great blog content. Thank you all so much for being a part of the juicedLink Blog community …
IN THIS ISSUE: 1) Compare audio of Sound Devices MixPre-D ($870) to juicedLink DT414 ($319), 2) WIN A DIY111b iPhone/Android/Smarphone 1/4-20 Adapter, 3) Don't forget about the New Canon T3i giveaway !!!
Compare audio of Sound Devices MixPre-D ($870) to juicedLink DT414 ($319)
Listen to the audio clips in this video to hear how well the low-noise preamps of the juicedLink DT414 ($319) stack-up against the Sound Devices MixPre-D ($870, including cable and adapter) for direct-to-camera recording (Canon 60D in this case).
WIN A DIY111B iPhone/Android/Smartphone 1/4-20 Adapter !!!
The DIY111B is fully adjustable to fit any size smarphone. It is much more rugged than other cheap-o options, as the DIY111B is fabricated out of aluminum.
We are giving 3 of them away (a $49.95 value each!!) to email subscribers to our blog!!! Just reply to this email (going to jl_info@juicedLink.com), and let us know you want to be added to the drawing. We will select the 3 winners, and announce them on our next blog post (which may also be the post to announce the winner of the Canon T3i (below)!).
NEW CANON T3i GIVEAWAY: We're doing another Canon T3i giveaway, coming up on January 4. Make sure you tweet your friends about this great offer !! If you are receiveing this email directly from us (via Feedburner/Google), then you are already subscribed to the juicedLink Blog and eligible to win.
IN THIS ISSUE: 1) BAGELMAN'S DIY MOTORIZED SLIDER GOES VERTICAL, 2) NEW PRODUCT PLANS: BRACKET TO HOLD MOTOR FOR BAGELMAN'S SLIDER
BAGELMAN'S DIY MOTORIZED SLIDER GOES VERTICAL
In our last blog post, we showed Gary Bagelman's custom job to motorize the juicedLink DIY Slider. Now, Gary has just posted a new video, where he demonstrates the strength of the motor by going vertical, pulling up a Canon 60D, Zacuto Gorilla plate, Manfrotto quick release plate, Tokina 11-16mm lens (heavy), and even a LED light (just for bragging rights). The servo handles it all with ease, super smooth and doesn't stutter once, which means there's plenty of room to go heavier if needed (battery grip, etc.). Secondary shot was done on an iPhone 4, and yeah, it's that hard to keep steady… Watch Gary's video here
NEW PRODUCT PLANS: BRACKET TO HOLD SERVO FOR BAGELMAN'S SLIDER
I'm really loving how the community of juicedLink users comes together to add value for everybody. I'm really impressed with the vertical capabilities of Gary's motorized setup. I will keep all of the information archived on the juicedLink DIY Slider page (and continue to add to it with more specific instructions, once I get all of the parts that Gary used delivered).
The only thing which could use a little more attention is the method of mounting the servo to the slider bar end. Gary has come up with a nice DIY approach, but I will contribute by designing a nice attachment piece. It will be easy and quick to produce, so stay tuned to the blog for a new accessory product announcement for the juicedLink DIY slider …
NEW CANON T3i GIVEAWAY: We're doing another Canon T3i giveaway, coming up on January 4. Make sure you tweet your friends about this great offer !! If you are receiveing this email directly from us (via Feedburner/Google), then you are already subscribed to the juicedLink Blog and eligible to win.
IN THIS ISSUE: 1) NEW RELEASE OF DT414 DSLR AUDIO SOLUTION, 2) Motorized Slider
RELEASE OF NEW JUICEDLINK DT414 DSLR AUDIO SOLUTION
You heard the pre-announcement of the DT414 on OliviaTech.com a couple of weeks ago. Now, the DT414 is released and available for purchase. It is a lower cost version of the juicedLink DT454. The only difference between the DT454 and DT414 is the DT414 does NOT have the 48V/12V Phantom Power or AGC Disable features of the DT454.
MOTORIZING THE SLIDER
Gary Bagelman posted this video (EMAIL BLOG SUBSCRIBERS WATCH THE VIDEO HERE) of a really cool DIY motorized setup he created for the juicedLink DIY114B Slider. I have not done this, so I'm passing along the information that Gary provided. Gary also indicates that the servo has no problem going vertical!
Gary uses a cable tie to mount down the servo to the slider bar end. Then, he uses a pair of screws through the mounting holes of the servo for additional support. The screw on the right of the servo is small enough to go through the center 1/4-20 of the slider bar end, and then a nut secures it on the bottom. The screw on the left side has a washer and nut that goes behind the back end of the of the slider bar end. But, the back end of the screw with the washer and nut does not have a dedicated hole on the bar end to go through. What Gary does is to use another cable tie, to tie together the back end of both of the screws, to keep the washer/nut secure behind the slider bar end (as shown in this photo).
- At 0:45, you will see what is mounted to the other side of the bar end. A 1/4-20 screw and nuts are used with a MXL wheel and MXL timing belt. The wheel and belt can be purchased at https://sdp-si.com/eStore/. The webstore is a little funky. For the wheel, you will want to search on the part number "A 6T16-026DF2508". For the belt, you will first need to "reset your part index search", then search for the part number "A 6Z16-C025" and purchase however many feet you will require.
- At 1:09, you will see the MXL belt connection to the trolley. Gary takes the screw that is included in the DIY114B, which is included as a rotational stop for mounting video heads to the trolley platform. He takes that screw from the underside of the platform, and screws it into the top side of the platform, and that is what he uses to mount and anchor the MXL belt.
- At 1:51, you can enjoy the many beautiful slides that he has created with his juicedLink DIY114B slider kit, and the DIY motorized setup he invented!!
NEW CANON T3i GIVEAWAY: We're doing another Canon T3i giveaway, coming up on January 4. Make sure you tweet your friends about this great offer !! If you are receiveing this email directly from us (via Feedburner/Google), then you are already subscribed to the juicedLink Blog and eligible to win.
IN THIS ISSUE: 1) Olivia and I talk mics, preamps and best audio practices, 2) More customer slider footage, 3) juicedLink offices closed week of Thanksgiving, get your orders in NOW, 4) Don't forget about the New Canon T3i giveaway !!!
GREAT AUDIO ON A BUDGET
I visited the oliviatech.com studios to talk mics, preamps, and best practices for quality audio on a budget. Watch the video to see Olivia and me (and my shiny forehead talk audio. This is a great overview of mics, mic types, polar patterns, proper mic positioning, and low-noise preamps. Watch this video here (10:54)
MORE CUSTOMER SLIDER FOOTAGE
Elijah Stanfield of redhousemotion.com sent an update to a previous clip. This has even more slides, in this complete video he created for Meg Borders. This video has some of my favorite slides on it. I especially like the slow-motion effect with the rising slide shots. Watch this video here (2:43)
Mike Mueller from areweconnected.com sent an update where he shows more behind the scenes on how he sets up and used his juicedLink sliders, then includes sample slides from a winery tour video he produced. Watch this video here (2:55)
juicedLink offices closed week of Thanksgiving: We're going to be closed the week of Thanksgiving. So, your orders need to be in by 6am (pacific) this Friday 11/18, to be shipped out Fri 11/18 before the break. No orders will be accepted or shipped during the week of Thanksgiving.
NEW CANON T3i GIVEAWAY: We're doing another Canon T3i giveaway, coming up on January 4. Make sure you tweet your friends about this great offer !! If you are receiveing this email directly from us (via Feedburner/Google), then you are already subscribed to the juicedLink Blog and eligible to win.
IN THIS ISSUE: 1) NEW RELEASE OF DIY119B HANDS-FREE DSLR RIG KIT, 2) Video of ergonomic analysis of DSLR Rigs … very enlightening, 3) More customer slider footage, 4) Don't forget about the New Canon T3i giveaway !!!
ERGONOMIC ANALYSIS OF DSLR RIGS
I've been getting lots of requests to provide the recipe/cookbook information so you can start building the Hands-Free DSLR rig … apologies for the delay … but, it is well worth the wait …
What is your DSLR Rig like? Watch this video to be exposed to its ergonomic weaknesses, and see the simple and elegant juicedLink DSLR rig solutions. You will be surprised at how inefficient your current rigs works. This video also introduces the juicedLink Hands-Free DSLR Rig, using the NEW DIY119B Hands-Free Rig Kit. It also shows how efficient the simple DIY101B bracket is (even more egronomically efficient than all of the other rigs out there … they're just using a stupid design …) Watch the video here.
ASSEMBLY
Watch this video to see what is included in the DIY119B Hands-Free Rig Kit, and see the process for assembling the components into the hands-free rig. The video is a little long, but you get the point in terms of what is required to put it together. Once you have all of your components, then you can watch it in more detail and follow along to assemble your rig. Watch the video here.
Jacob Landis-Eigsti of Reimagine Cinema has some excellent slides sprinkled all over this music video he directed. Watch the video here (6:53)
NEW CANON T3i GIVEAWAY: We're doing another Canon T3i giveaway, coming up on January 4. Make sure you tweet your friends about this great offer !! If you are receiveing this email directly from us (via Feedburner/Google), then you are already subscribed to the juicedLink Blog and eligible to win.
IN THIS ISSUE: 1) More Excellent Slider Footage/Testimonials, 2) $20 off slider coupon code ends this week – BUY YOURS NOW, 3) More international sources for 5/8" rods, 4) Canon T3i Winner, 5) Don't forget about the NEW CANON T3i GIVEAWAY !! …
George Marsh of WolfpawPhotography.com sent a pretty detailed email testimonial. Let me just paraphrase George by saying "Why I chose the juicedLink DIY114B over the GlideTrack HD Hybrid Slider … price … not only did I save $$, I feel I have a more versatile slider system. Just wanted you to know you have one extremely happy customer … Thank You!". Watch this slide from George going along his daughter's collection of Littlest Petshop. (1:13)
$20 OFF DIY SLIDER COUPON CODE: The coupon expires on Friday (enter coupon code 86518 when checking out). So, GET YOURS NOW !! …
5/8" RODS IN DENMARK: We've added a source for 5/8" rods in Denmark to the DIY Slider Cookbook Page. Remember, we have a tutorial video on how to use 15mm rods in the DIY114B Online User Manual. Send us your international sources for 5/8" rods, and we will add it to the catalog.
CANON T3i WINNER: Rogelio Almedia, an indy filmmaker in (almeidafilms.com) and producer ("La Rebolacha" for a local Telemundo TV station (Youtube.com/LaRebolacha)) in Oaklahoma, will be incorporating his new Canon T3i into his production flow!
NEW CANON T3i GIVEAWAY: We're doing another Canon T3i giveaway, coming up on January 4. Make sure you tweet your friends about this great offer !! If you are receiveing this email directly from us (via Feedburner/Google), then you are already subscribed to the juicedLink Blog and eligible to win.
IN THIS ISSUE: 1) T3i winner, 2) new T3i contest, 3) DIY114B Slider Coupon Code for discount, 4) more slider info …
DIY114B SLIDER KIT USE WITH CHEAP TRIPODS
It is not necessary to use a pair of very expensive tripods. We have tested some cheap tripods. The Targus TGT-BK58T is about $20 online, and works reasonably well for holding up an end of the slider, especially when you keep the tripod head close to the sticks (don't crank up the neck far).
CARBON FIBER RODS
We tested out some 8ft 5/8" dia carbon fiber rods. They are really light, and really expensive. However, they just are not as rigid under load as the steel at this length with the type of construction used. Short lengths (like 3ft) would probably be fine, but at short lenghts like that, aluminum would work as well, which is lighter and almost 1/2 the price of the steel (as opposed to almost 10x the price of the steel for the CF). So, it's not a path I recommend at this time.
THIS BABY ROLLS !!! Now, you can save even more. We're offering a $20 coupon on the DIY114B Slider Kit, the cost of the cheap tripod described above! When checking out, use Coupon Code 86518. Valid until 10/17/11.
T3i WINNER: Notification was sent to the winning email address (rogXXXX_almXXXX@hotmail.com, where "X" is a blanked out character). Further updates on the giveaway will be posted on the blog promotion page.
NEW T3i GIVEAWAY: We're doing another Canon T3i giveaway, coming up on January 4. Make sure you tweet your friends about this great offer !! If you are receiveing this email directly from us (via Feedburner/Google), then you are already subscribed to the juicedLink Blog and eligible to win.
SLIDER WEIGHT CAPACITY – I've gotten some questions about the slider weight capacity. It is capable of handling plenty of weight. Watch this video to learn more:
INTERNATIONAL USERS – USE WITH 15mm RODS - The I'm keeping a log of international sources for 5/8" diameter rods. For example, the 5/8" diameter rods are available in the UK from www.metals4u.co.uk . Please send me your source for 5/8" diameter rods for your country. However, the DIY114B can also be used with 15mm rods, which are more widely available over seas. Watch this video to see how to use 15mm rods with the DIY114B:
CARBON FIBER RODS -One of my blog subscribers turned me on to a source for 5/8" diameter carbon fiber rods. I've ordered some, and I'll be posting a review on the blog.
Learn what you need to do to create your own slider / dolly of any length you wish. Feel all that extra cash in your pocketbook that you will be saving …
Dont forget about the Canon T3i giveaway,coming up on October 3. Make sure you tweet your friends about this great offer !! If you are receiveing this email directly from us (via Feedburner/Google), then you are already subscribed to the juicedLink Blog and eligible to win.
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talk audio. This is a great overview of mics, mic types, polar patterns, proper mic positioning, and low-noise preamps. 
DIY114B SLIDER KIT USE WITH CHEAP TRIPODS
CARBON FIBER RODS
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