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Important Links
These tabs contain most of the circulating equipment found in the Trible Library Media Center. If you are a professor and would like to use equipment for a class project, please email mediacenter@cnu.edu so that we can best serve your needs. Use this form to let us know if you would like to reserve items not listed on our normal reservation page.
Microphones
USB Microphones
Audio-Technica AT2005 cardioid dynamic microphone (USB)
4 available
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Loan period: 2 days
Kit includes: microphone, stand clamp, desk tripod stand, USB and XLR cables.
AT2020 cardioid condenser microphone (USB)
3 available
Loan period: 2 days
Behringer wireless microphone (USB receiver)
3 available
Loan period: 2 days
Blue Yeti Pro USB & XLR microphone
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Kit includes: microphone, USB cable, and XLR Y-cable.
Blue Yeti professional microphone (USB)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Blue Snowflake microphone (USB)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Kit includes: Snowflake and USB cable
Presonus Revelator dynamic USB microphone
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Kit includes: microphone, stand, two thread-mount adaptors, washer, windscreen, and USB-C cable.
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Polsen RC-77-U Retro condenser microphone (USB)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
5 available
Loan period: 2 days
Shure MV5 microphone (USB)
3 available
Loan period: 2 days
Samson XPD2 Lavalier digital wireless system (USB receiver)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
ATR2x-USB 3.5mm to USB-C (2.0) audio adaptor (Audio-Technica)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
XLR Microphones
Audio-Technica AT2005 cardioid dynamic microphone (XLR)
4 available
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Loan period: 2 days
Kit includes: microphone, stand clamp, desk tripod stand, USB and XLR cables.
AT2020 cardioid condenser microphone (XLR)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Audio-Technica Pro44 cardioid unidirectional boundary microphone (XLR)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Samson microphone (XLR)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Samson Q2U recording and podcasting pack (USB / XLR)
2 available
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Kit includes: microphone, tripod stand (and extension), mic clip, USB cable, and XLR cable.
Loan period: 2 days
Sennheiser 609e Silver microphone (XLR)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Shure SM58 microphone (XLR)
8 available
Loan period: 2 days
RODE and Rycote suspension system (XLR)
(blimp windshield and shock mount for shotgun microphones)
The Blimp Windshield and Rycote Shock Mount Suspension System from Rode is designed to provide your shotgun microphone with protection from wind noise and isolation from shock and vibration. It fits the Rode NTG1, NTG2, NTG3, NTG4, NTG4+, NTG5, and any shotgun mic up to 12.75" in length.
The Blimp attaches to any standard boompole with the 3/8" thread attachment at the base. Housed inside the grip is a Mogami microphone cable which splits via a junction box to a flexible thin cable inside the Blimp, to minimize the transference of vibration to the microphone.
Dead Wombat windshield, caring brush and tail/patch cable are included.
Senal XU-1648 XLR-to-USB interface
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Hosa Technology Tracklink microphone XLR-F to USB interface cable (10')
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Gator metal screen Pop Filter with 12.4" flexible gooseneck (Gator Frameworks)
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Comes with carrying bag, and uses screw for mounting.
1 available
Loan period: 2 days
We also supply individual mic stands and boom poles when requested. Boom poles may need a fitting adaptor.
Shotgun Microphones
Essential equipment for capturing sound from far away or to enhance sound pickup around the camera. Four Rode lyre and four Audio Technica mics - all with 3.5mm jacks. Several available with XLR-F connections.
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Audio-Technica Lo-Z
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Loan period: 2 days 3 available |
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RODE VideoMic GO
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Loan period: 2 days 2 available |
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RODE VideoMic
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Loan period: 2 days 2 available |
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RODE VideoMic Pro
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Loan period: 2 days 2 available |
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RODE VideoMicro
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Loan period: 2 days 4 available |
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RODE NTG4+
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Loan period: 2 days 2 available |
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Samson Zoom SSH6
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Loan period: 2 days 2 available |
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Senal MC24-ES
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Loan period: 2 days 4 available |
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Sennheiser MKE 200
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Loan period: 2 days 2 available |
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Sennheiser MKE 400
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Loan period: 2 days 4 available |
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Sennheiser MKE 440
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Loan period: 2 days 1 available |
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Tascam DR-10SG
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Loan period: 2 days 2 available |
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Tascam DR-10x +
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Loan period: 2 days 2 kits available |
Digital Recorders
Olympus DM-620/DM-720 Digital Voice Recorder
3 available
The digital recorder has 4GB of internal memory and features the Variable Control Voice Actuator, which triggers recording by voice or sound rather than the push of a button. The DM-620's Tresmic 3 microphone system yields high-quality, lucid recordings with amazing voice authenticity and also affords the capture of lower bass ranges with impressive clarity.
Kit includes: Voice recorder, USB cable and case
Loan period: 2 days
Olympus DS-40 Voice Recorder
2 available
Kit includes: Voice recorder, detachable mic, USB cable and case
Loan period: 2 days
Olympus WS-700M Digital Voice Recorder
4 available
Kit includes: Voice recorder, USB cable, case
Olympus VN-6200 PC Voice Recorder
8 available
Kit includes: Voice recorder, USB cable and case
Loan period: 2 days, 4 hours
Zoom H1n Digital Handy Recorder
2 available
Kit includes: ZOOM H1n unit, 16 GB micro-SD card, carrying case
Loan period: 2 days
Olympus ME34 Compact Zoom Microphone (1/8" plug)
2 available
For use with Olympus Voice Recorders. Picks up more sound than the integrated mic on the device. Compact and powerful while being simple to use.
Loan period: 2 days
Audio-Technica Lavalier microphone (1/8" plug)
7 available
Loan period: 2 days
Sony Electret Condenser Microphone CS10 (1/8" plug)
4 available
For use with Olympus Voice Recorders or for a small external mic for video cameras. Has a 40" cable and a lavalier clip that converts into a stand. Picks up more sound than the integrated mic on the device. Compact and powerful while being simple to use.
Loan period: 2 days
Philips Voice Tracer Compact Meeting Recorder
2 available
The Voice Tracer comes with two 360 degree meeting microphones with zoom capabilities to capture a specific sound source without background noise. The system also comes with a remote control to make starting, marking and stopping of the recording extremely easy. It can be charged via USB.
Kit includes: Voice recorder, two 360 degree plate mics, Y cable, wired remote, USB cable and zippered case
Loan period: 2 days
Tascam DR-10X x Shure VP64A/L Recorder Kit
Kit includes: Tascam DR-10X, Shure VP64A or VP64AL Omni-Directional Handheld Dynamic ENG Microphone, and USB cable
Loan period: 2 days
Online manuals:
Multi-track Recorders
TASCAM DR-44WL Audio Recorder
• XY mics capture remarkable stereo depth and clarity
• Dual-format recording
• Two XLR/TRS inputs for external mic/line connections
• Four track multitrack record
• High-definition audio of up to 24-bit/96kHz
• Over 20 hours of operation with 4 AA batteries
Kit includes: Carrying bag, USB cable, 4Gb SD card and recorder unit
Loan period: 2 days
Tascam DR-60DmkII 4-Input / 4-Track Multi-Track Field Recorder
Kit includes: Field-recorder and USB cable
Loan period: 2 days
Zoom F1-SP 2-input / 2-track portable field recorder (w/ Shotgun microphone)
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Kit includes: recorder, shotgun mic capsule (H5 & H6 recorders), shockmount, foam windscreen, stereo mini cable (for DSLR), and (2) AAA batteries.
Loan period: 2 days
Zoom H2N Professional Digital Recorder
2 available
The Samson Zoom H2n has five onboard microphones and a ton of recording options, the H2n is more than just a handheld recorder, it's a pocket-sized recording studio. It can record in conventional XY stereo, 360-degree surround, and even Mid-Side stereo.
Kit includes: Samson ZOOM H2N unit, 2 GB SD card, carrying bag
Loan period: 2 days
Zoom H3-VR 360° Audio Recorder
2 available
Kit includes: Recorder, foam wind screen, dual mounting bracket, and 2 AA batteries.
Loan period: 2 days
Zoom H6 Professional Digital Recorder
4 available
• XY mics capture remarkable stereo depth and clarity
• Mid-side mics provide continuously variable stereo width
• Four XLR/TRS inputs for external mic/line connections
• Up to six channels of simultaneous recording
• High-definition audio of up to 24-bit/96kHz
• 6-in/2-out USB audio interface
• Over 20 hours of operation with 4 AA batteries
Kit includes: Carrying case, side stereo mic, XY mic, foam wind screen, USB cable, 2Gb SD card and recorder unit
Loan period: 2 days
Samson Zoom SSH6 shotgun microphone (Zoom proprietary connector)
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Zoom PodTrak P4 portable multitrack podcast recorder
2 available
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Loan period: 2 days
Kit includes: recorder and 2-AA batteries.
Optional accessories: XLR cables, stereo cables, tripod, etc.
Headphones
Polsen HPC-A30-MK2 closed-back studio monitor headphones
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Kit includes: headphones, 1/4" plug adaptor, and bag
Sennheiser HD 360 Pro headphones (1/8" plug)
4 available
Loan Period: 4 hours
Sennheiser HD 280 Pro headphones (1/8" plug)
8 available
Loan Period: 4 hours
Sony MDR-V6 dynamic headphones (1/8" plug)
4 available (also available at Circulation)
Loan period: 2 days
FiiO Fujiyama and Olympus 2 headphone amps
2 of each available
Loan period: 4 hours
Online manuals:
Go Groove BlueSense Bluetooth adapter
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Headsets
Sony WH-CH510 wireless stereo headset (Bluetooth)
4 available
Loan period: 2 days
Audio-Technica stereo headset with dynamic boom microphone (XLR)
4 available
Loan period: 2 days
Logitech Clearchat headset (USB)
4 available
Loan period: 2 days
Portable / External Speakers
Samson Expedition XP106 rechargeable portable PA with Bluetooth
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Behringer Europort PPA500 PA system
1 available
Loan period: 2 days
JBL Pulse and Pulse 2 portable speaker (Bluetooth)
2 of each available
Loan period: 2 days
Samson M2 speakers
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Logitech USB desktop speakers
2 available
Loan period: 2 days
Keyboards, Controllers, and Mixers
Akai Professional MPD218 USB pad controller
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User Guide / Software download Kit includes: mixer and USB-type-B cable 1 available Loan period: 2 days |
Akai Profession MPK 225 compact keyboard controller
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Kit includes: mixer and USB-B cable.
1 available
Loan period: 2 days
Akai Professional MPK Mini MK3 25-key MIDI controller (grey)
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Kit includes: Mixer and USB-B cable 1 available Loan period: 2 days Akai Professional Expression Pedal |
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1 available Loan period: 2 days |
ART USBMIX4 Project Series 4-channel mixer and computer interface
1 available
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Loan period: 2 days
Kit includes: mixer, USB-B plug, and USB power adapter
Behringer Xenyx 302USB
(Premium 5-input mixer with mic preamp and USB / audio interface)
1 available
Loan period: 2 days
Behringer Xenyx 1204USB FX mixer
(Premium 12-input 2/2-bus mixer with XENYX mic preamps and compressors, British EQ and USB / audio interface)
1 available
Loan period: 2 days
ProFX6v3 6-channel sound reinforcement mixer (Mackie)
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Kit includes: mixer and USB-B cable.
1 available
Loan period: 2 days
Zoom Oxygen8 v2 MIDI keyboard and Zoom R16 interface kit
1 available
Loan period: 2 days
Online manuals:
Rode RODECaster Pro integrated podcast production studio
1 available
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Loan period: 2 days
Kit includes: RODEcaster, AC adapter, and USB cable
Audio Players
Superscope PSD 230U CD player
2 available
Loan period" 2 days
Crosley Portable Record player
1 available
Loan period: 2 days
Coby MP-CD450 CD player
1 available
Loan period: 2 days
FiiO X1 Portable Hi-Res lossless music player
• Supports five lossless audio formats
• Over 10 hours of operation
Kit includes: Carrying bag, USB cable, 128Gb micro SD card. micro USB reader and mini jack cable
Loan period: 2 days
