Beachtek DXA-5D Dual XLR Adapter for DSLR Video
Originally designed for the Canon 5D Mark II, Beachtek's DXA-5D two-channel XLR adapter lets you input professional-quality audio into your digital SLR when shooting video. Mounted beneath your camera or on a tripod, the DXA-5D plugs into the 3.5" mic jack on such cameras as the 5D Nikon D300s and Panasonic DMC-GH1.
Along with the added mic options this brings, the DXA-5D allows you to adjust volume levels on each track, bypassing the DSLR's automatic gain control. Two line outputs, including one for headphones, allow you to monitor audio or divert it into a separate recorder, while 48V phantom power means you can use professional condenser mics that require power to operate.
Along with DSLRs, the DXA-5D can be used with any camcorder or audio device with a mini mic input.
- Designed for use with DSLRs such as the Canon 5D Mark II, 7D, Nikon D300s, Panasonic GH1, as well as with any camcorder or other audio recording device that has a built-in mic jack
- Stereo LCD meter to show input signal strength
- Auto Gain Control Disable function
- Dual 48V balanced XLR inputs
- Built-in headphone amplifier with volume control
- Mono/Stereo switch for single input recording
- Operates on standard 9V battery
| Input Connections | Two XLR female connectors, one auxiliary mini-jack for right input |
| Output Connectors |
Stereo headphone Stereo mic out |
| Input Level |
MIC: -36 dBu ideal LINE: -10 to +4 dBu ideal |
| Output Level | Nominal MIC levels |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20kHz (+/- 3dB) |
| Audio Level Meter | Calibrated from -54 dBu to -33dB |
| Phantom Power | Regulated 48V power to both XLR inputs, current to 14mA (direct short) |
| Battery |
One standard 9V alkaline battery (for phantom power, headphone amp, and LCD level meter) 3 hours typical use with phantom power |
| Dimensions | 6 x 3 x 1.7" (15.2 x 7.6 x 4.3 cm) |
| Weight | 16 oz |
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Comments about Beachtek DXA-5D Dual XLR Adapter for DSLR Video:
The support pins to not line up to the bottom of the 7D preventing it from mounting.
WOrks with the 5D mkII fine
Pros
- Disables AGC
- Headphone jack
- LCD
- Multiple input jacks
Cons
- Weight
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Comments about Beachtek DXA-5D Dual XLR Adapter for DSLR Video:
After having problems with the sometimes wild swings of the AGC (automatic gain control) on the 5D I purchased this product and, problem solved. It not only solved the AGC issue it brings a couple of other really nice feature to recording with the 5D. Such as mic level controls, LCD to visually set and monitor the sound, XLR jacks, and a big bonus, a head phone jack to monitor the audio. It does add extra weight to the camera but the trade off is worth it in my opinion. I also did a short demo video at[@]
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