I absolutely love the way you broke it down to three levels. I've used a Pelican and a Nanuk and found myself constantly swap things out, but now I've been approaching productions in a tier system and really enjoyed watching your take on it. Subscribed for more videos like this!
I came across this vid looking for organization ideas. I came to this level 1, 2, 3 organization system through my own experience, building on the complexity / size of the shoot. Good to know others think in a similar way!
Nice system. I'm at the point that dedicated case are begining to be relevant for some productions. I might built something like this, adapted to my kit need!
For sure! The nice thing about TrekPak is once you have enough of it you can almost endlessly reconfigure to suit changing needs. We are about to do a revamp of our case layout again because we got a new drone and are simplifying our E-mount lens lineup
For your indoor interview setups you should really look at a hypercardioid pencil mic rather than a shotgun. The interference tubes on traditional shotguns create unnecessary echo and reflection when used indoors. Another option would be a short shotgun like the Deity S-Mic 2s... Like its big brother the S-Mic 2, these mics punch well above their weight and are nearly as good as the Senny 416 at a fraction of the price. The Deity Theos UHF lav system, and the included w-Lav pros, will blow the Rode wireless system away. I really enjoyed the video. I have a similar type setup for my lighting rigs, but not for the cameras (I float between stills and video), but I may need to implement something like this. The apache 5800 rolling case (harbor freight) is a great alternative to the much more expensive Pelican. The Nanuk model is fantastic as well... But the Trek-Pak is definitely amazing! As an ex-pat from Omaha, I am happy to see some good content coming from the big O. Go Big Red!
This is fantastic information - thank you for sharing! I always assumed a long shotgun would be best for isolating the voice and rejecting room reflection! Got the MKH 50 on my radar, would you say the Deity S-Mic 3S would be of a similar benefit over the NTG3? If I had known about the Apache cases (and Harbor Freight as a whole) when we started I would have def saved some bucks haha.
@Gloryvisuals the short answer is yes..... the shorter interference tube found on the S3s and the S2s for that matter will definitely perform better indoors in less treated environments when compared to the ntg3. The mkh50 from what I understand is a pretty fantastic microphone. I've never personally used one. I have used the 416, which is fantastic for the price point. Like you, however, I am camera Department first so I can't justify the more expensive microphone. Instead I go for great value for the money and a better audio recorder. Strong believer in the sound of Isis mix pre-series of recorders
Nice video. I would be interested to learn more about how you pack personal gear like clothing to travel by air along with your camera gear. What strategies have worked for you?
It depends on the length of travel, but for short (1-2 day) gigs I just stuff my clothes in my Carhartt backpack I've used daily for 5 years and is still good as new 😆 beyond that we usually divvy our clothes up in the gear bags, but I'll be the first one to admit our system is less-than-perfect for that haha.
@@connorquigvids aw dang that’s a bummer. Do you have a 1510 or similar? We used to keep just the blimp handle and mics in one of those, but the boompole always just got tossed in the mix and was getting banged up
I have had to check my peli 1535 (smaller by a bit) under a plane on 2 occasions to small airports in Virginia and Durango Colorado. I had it loaded with lithium ion batteries and they made me hold them in my lap. Tried all the tricks and it didn’t work. Even checked on one of them and it did in fact not fit overhead. So be mindful of how big the plane is going to be. It was a pain for sure. I have started to add camera bodies and glass to backpacks just to be safe for travel gigs
We actually literally had our first experience of an overhead bin being too small last week after posting this haha. We had even flown into this extremely small airport before and not had issues, but the bins were smaller this time. We ended up strapping one of them into an empty seat, and shoving the other under the seat in front of us and putting our feet on top of it. The stewardess wasn’t stoked about it but I told her there was NO WAY we could check them. I guess the play would be having an even smaller carry-on case if you KNOW you’re going to a super small airport, and keeping batteries and the absolute essentials in there. But you live and you learn I suppose lol
A Pelican 1510 should fit in the overhead bins on an Embraer 175 jet and any larger jet flying in the USA, depending upon when you board. On smaller jets used for smaller and regional airports, the sticking point usually isn’t the jet, but instead flight attendants who are not used to having people fly with a Pelican 1510. A trip to the desk and a conversation before boarding begins often saves you trouble, especially if you’re carrying lithium batteries, which must be in the cabin. (Any battery from 100wh and lower is fine.) Another potential sticking point for your use case is weight: the weight of that Pelican 1510 might be too heavy for the overhead compartment in a smaller jet, especially if you have it packed like you show in this video. Here is where the Pelican 1535 might be useful, but I have found that the handle on the outside of the 1535 case often negates its weight savings. Bottom line: when in doubt, a convo with the gate agents WAY before boarding + boarding in the first 3 groups can really avoid most problems.
Yep, we've learned to have a conversation prior if we feel it's going to be an issue. To date, we've only had 1 flight with bins too small for our 1510s, and it was an issue but we ended up strapping them into empty seats.
@@ReggieABrown we have a pair of Shure 215 IEMs in one of the zipper pockets in the lid organizer - this is usually how we monitor audio because of the better seal vs over-ears and the lack of space they take up!
Careful with those NPFs not connecting to metal! I rarely fly to gigs, but a Pelican 1510 for dedicated things like Audio and Wireless monitor could be useful for me.
@@timdanyo898 watcha mean about the NPFs? We don’t fly a ton either - but when we do, we def appreciate the 1510 (same goes for the 1535 Air but we don’t have any of those)
@@Gloryvisuals batteries can catch fire if they touch metal and it creates a short circuit. NPFs have those metal connector ends that allow energy transfer to the camera. I noticed when you were putting the NPFs back in the case that they were facing each other’s metal sides. Even though the batteries metal connectors weren’t touching because one was flipped upside the opposite, just seeing the active sides touching made me nervous!
@@timdanyo898 ahh, I see - honestly we don’t really use them anymore so I should just pull them out, but they’re nice to have as a phone powerbank in a pinch. I usually put them all connectors down so they aren’t even close to touching but I must have done it that way for some reason this time. Good catch! Will be more careful about that!
@@MSMImage we used a standard 6mm black laminated label for a Brother P-Touch label maker - but the aluminum tags are from Cam Creaux. Link to labels in description!
Love the contents of this video. I only say the following in hopes that it helps you grow. Try to add some b roll into the video to help get your points across. The first 3 to 4 minutes was just you talking to a camera and the majority of people will click off because of that. Once again, I hope this helps. :)
I love the NTG3. With a little EQ it is a great-sounding mic in my opinion. Not much experience with anything else though. Works well for me and our clients are happy with the sound quality!
With all due respect, small correction - the 1510 is not the biggest size airlines will allow for carry on, the 1535 is their biggest airline suitable case
Thanks for watching, and for the feedback! I should have mentioned the 1535, but the 1510 and 1535 are nearly identical in dimensions. The 1535 is essentially the “Air” equivalent to the 1510.
It’s purpose is as a kicker. Normally I’d have it out of the shot but the whole point of our setup is to have gear in the background. It’s set to 1% brightness 😊
@@JoATTech it definitely is, but in the long-term with how modular it is, I think it pays off. We went through several sets of foam as we reconfigured and it got beat up from use
@@Gloryvisuals But it depends how big the changes are for the trekpak. If they are revolutionary, the included excess might be not enough :D. I know that from experience :D. Also if you are from 1st world country it's not that expensive. For me it's 4 times more expensive, cause our currency is shit (1/4 of a dollar - but the price is the same as in US).
@@mikegustafson6679 guessing you’re meaning this as sarcasm, but ironically it’s spot on. Our clients get to see the places we’ve been, that our cases are used and worn, and the fact that we have a personality. And we’ve gotten nothing but positive comments about them 😊 It ain’t that serious homie.
You spend a huge amount on gear. Moisture and fungus are the old time enemy or all photographic gear. Unless you can spend a vast amount of money for a controlled environment, you must preserve your optical gear in a "dry" environment. It can be as simple to "not let them be on display for your clientele", and to keep them in an air tight case full of Silica Gel. It is not just the Sensor your must protect. The circuity and metals of your gear must be protected from the outside world. If your rental house does not have it, or enforce it on you as a customer, then don't hire it.
Hey Kevin! Thanks for the input. We have never had issues with fungus or moisture - our equipment is stored in a relatively climate-controlled area in airtight Pelican cases. We also don’t live in a metro with great rental house options, so we tend to buy over rent and pass those rental fees along to our clients.
@@sammorganmoore thanks for that - but this is simply terrible advice lol. We bring (and charge the client for) the gear needed to execute the project. Not only is it more profitable, but if you know what you’re doing it adds to the production value and helps you create better work. Have a nice day!
@@Marcus_Visbal yep just did this for the first time last week. You can actually create your own media passes, we just designed them and laminated them and they worked just great.
Excellent video! We are pulling all stops out to get more organized as we move into the new year. VERY helpful.
Thank you! Appreciate you watching
I absolutely love the way you broke it down to three levels. I've used a Pelican and a Nanuk and found myself constantly swap things out, but now I've been approaching productions in a tier system and really enjoyed watching your take on it. Subscribed for more videos like this!
Glad it helped! We love the tier system too, definitely made our lives a lot easier!
Incredible production and organization! Gives me some ideas for sure.
Thanks for watching Michael! Glad it is sparking ideas - that’s the goal!
I came across this vid looking for organization ideas. I came to this level 1, 2, 3 organization system through my own experience, building on the complexity / size of the shoot. Good to know others think in a similar way!
Great minds think alike 😂 Thanks for watching!
This is the first video I've seen from you guys. I had no idea you were based here in Omaha! Wow, it's very inspirational. I just subscribed.
@@anthonysherrod7627 thanks for sharing bro! I assume you’re here in Omaha also? Appreciate the kind words ❤️
Sweet! Another excuse to go to Harbor Freight! Great video and helpful info
Harbor Freight for LIFEEE
good stuff. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Sweet system! been thinking about gutting all my cases for the trek pack stuff!
@@kyleranney thanks homie! Def fits a lot more and seems to protect just as well. Makes them a lot heavier tho with all the crap you can fit in em 😂
Make your own trekpak, it’s easy.
Nice system. I'm at the point that dedicated case are begining to be relevant for some productions.
I might built something like this, adapted to my kit need!
For sure! The nice thing about TrekPak is once you have enough of it you can almost endlessly reconfigure to suit changing needs. We are about to do a revamp of our case layout again because we got a new drone and are simplifying our E-mount lens lineup
Great video! What do you use to create the labels for each bit of equipment in the case?
These are from Cam Creaux, just aluminum labels for TrekPak. Then I just use a label maker to print the labels and stick ‘em on.
Thanks for watching!
For your indoor interview setups you should really look at a hypercardioid pencil mic rather than a shotgun. The interference tubes on traditional shotguns create unnecessary echo and reflection when used indoors. Another option would be a short shotgun like the Deity S-Mic 2s... Like its big brother the S-Mic 2, these mics punch well above their weight and are nearly as good as the Senny 416 at a fraction of the price. The Deity Theos UHF lav system, and the included w-Lav pros, will blow the Rode wireless system away.
I really enjoyed the video. I have a similar type setup for my lighting rigs, but not for the cameras (I float between stills and video), but I may need to implement something like this. The apache 5800 rolling case (harbor freight) is a great alternative to the much more expensive Pelican. The Nanuk model is fantastic as well... But the Trek-Pak is definitely amazing!
As an ex-pat from Omaha, I am happy to see some good content coming from the big O. Go Big Red!
This is fantastic information - thank you for sharing! I always assumed a long shotgun would be best for isolating the voice and rejecting room reflection! Got the MKH 50 on my radar, would you say the Deity S-Mic 3S would be of a similar benefit over the NTG3?
If I had known about the Apache cases (and Harbor Freight as a whole) when we started I would have def saved some bucks haha.
@Gloryvisuals the short answer is yes..... the shorter interference tube found on the S3s and the S2s for that matter will definitely perform better indoors in less treated environments when compared to the ntg3. The mkh50 from what I understand is a pretty fantastic microphone. I've never personally used one. I have used the 416, which is fantastic for the price point. Like you, however, I am camera Department first so I can't justify the more expensive microphone. Instead I go for great value for the money and a better audio recorder. Strong believer in the sound of Isis mix pre-series of recorders
Nice video. I would be interested to learn more about how you pack personal gear like clothing to travel by air along with your camera gear. What strategies have worked for you?
It depends on the length of travel, but for short (1-2 day) gigs I just stuff my clothes in my Carhartt backpack I've used daily for 5 years and is still good as new 😆 beyond that we usually divvy our clothes up in the gear bags, but I'll be the first one to admit our system is less-than-perfect for that haha.
I am so jealous of that audio case. Our blimp is warped from not having the right case to carry it in.
@@connorquigvids aw dang that’s a bummer. Do you have a 1510 or similar? We used to keep just the blimp handle and mics in one of those, but the boompole always just got tossed in the mix and was getting banged up
@@Gloryvisuals I wish we owned a single pelican case of any kind 😂
@@connorquigvids you’ll get there!
Great video!
Thanks so much!!
I have had to check my peli 1535 (smaller by a bit) under a plane on 2 occasions to small airports in Virginia and Durango Colorado. I had it loaded with lithium ion batteries and they made me hold them in my lap. Tried all the tricks and it didn’t work. Even checked on one of them and it did in fact not fit overhead. So be mindful of how big the plane is going to be. It was a pain for sure. I have started to add camera bodies and glass to backpacks just to be safe for travel gigs
We actually literally had our first experience of an overhead bin being too small last week after posting this haha. We had even flown into this extremely small airport before and not had issues, but the bins were smaller this time.
We ended up strapping one of them into an empty seat, and shoving the other under the seat in front of us and putting our feet on top of it. The stewardess wasn’t stoked about it but I told her there was NO WAY we could check them.
I guess the play would be having an even smaller carry-on case if you KNOW you’re going to a super small airport, and keeping batteries and the absolute essentials in there. But you live and you learn I suppose lol
Sick video. I’m surprised you didn’t go with the Jason case lid organizer
@@Gavinnations those look dope! Spendyyy tho haha. Didn’t know about those when we got ours 6ish years ago, were they a thing back then?
Can you make a video about transporting (by plane too) the tripods and light stands too? what kind of cases and how long they are for the planes
Great idea! Honestly I feel like there’s not many great ways to do it, but the flat-rate media baggage pricing is sooo helpful
A Pelican 1510 should fit in the overhead bins on an Embraer 175 jet and any larger jet flying in the USA, depending upon when you board.
On smaller jets used for smaller and regional airports, the sticking point usually isn’t the jet, but instead flight attendants who are not used to having people fly with a Pelican 1510. A trip to the desk and a conversation before boarding begins often saves you trouble, especially if you’re carrying lithium batteries, which must be in the cabin. (Any battery from 100wh and lower is fine.)
Another potential sticking point for your use case is weight: the weight of that Pelican 1510 might be too heavy for the overhead compartment in a smaller jet, especially if you have it packed like you show in this video. Here is where the Pelican 1535 might be useful, but I have found that the handle on the outside of the 1535 case often negates its weight savings.
Bottom line: when in doubt, a convo with the gate agents WAY before boarding + boarding in the first 3 groups can really avoid most problems.
Yep, we've learned to have a conversation prior if we feel it's going to be an issue. To date, we've only had 1 flight with bins too small for our 1510s, and it was an issue but we ended up strapping them into empty seats.
One thing I didn't see no where in sight was headphones. How do you guys monitor audio?
@@ReggieABrown we have a pair of Shure 215 IEMs in one of the zipper pockets in the lid organizer - this is usually how we monitor audio because of the better seal vs over-ears and the lack of space they take up!
Careful with those NPFs not connecting to metal! I rarely fly to gigs, but a Pelican 1510 for dedicated things like Audio and Wireless monitor could be useful for me.
@@timdanyo898 watcha mean about the NPFs?
We don’t fly a ton either - but when we do, we def appreciate the 1510 (same goes for the 1535 Air but we don’t have any of those)
@@Gloryvisuals batteries can catch fire if they touch metal and it creates a short circuit. NPFs have those metal connector ends that allow energy transfer to the camera. I noticed when you were putting the NPFs back in the case that they were facing each other’s metal sides. Even though the batteries metal connectors weren’t touching because one was flipped upside the opposite, just seeing the active sides touching made me nervous!
@@timdanyo898 ahh, I see - honestly we don’t really use them anymore so I should just pull them out, but they’re nice to have as a phone powerbank in a pinch. I usually put them all connectors down so they aren’t even close to touching but I must have done it that way for some reason this time. Good catch! Will be more careful about that!
Loving the green/purple lights, names?
@@tanner.quintero these are the Nanlite PavoTube II 60XR! Thanks for the comment!
Solid info! What shelves are you using in the background tho?
@@JowiiTV thank you! These are the storage racks from Costco!
What did you use to print out those labels with the arrows inside the case?
@@MSMImage we used a standard 6mm black laminated label for a Brother P-Touch label maker - but the aluminum tags are from Cam Creaux. Link to labels in description!
Love the contents of this video.
I only say the following in hopes that it helps you grow. Try to add some b roll into the video to help get your points across. The first 3 to 4 minutes was just you talking to a camera and the majority of people will click off because of that.
Once again, I hope this helps. :)
@@jwaugh3 Sincerely appreciate the feedback! Will definitely try to make intros more engaging. Appreciate you watching and for the comment!
Check the new smallrig np batteries.
Yeah they look great, but I just don’t like having a bulky battery atop my on-camera monitor. Messes with the center of gravity too much for me
its motivating me to repack my pelicans haha love lv1~3 system. i'm sure you will have lv4,5,6 coming soon!! luv it
That's awesome! Good luck on the re-pack! And thanks for the comment. We appreciate the support!
i need links to everything
I’ll work on it! We’ve got a Kit page so I’ll update it and post the link to the description!
NTG3 for indoor? I sold that because my MKH50 did better indoor and outside.
I love the NTG3. With a little EQ it is a great-sounding mic in my opinion. Not much experience with anything else though. Works well for me and our clients are happy with the sound quality!
With all due respect, small correction - the 1510 is not the biggest size airlines will allow for carry on, the 1535 is their biggest airline suitable case
Thanks for watching, and for the feedback! I should have mentioned the 1535, but the 1510 and 1535 are nearly identical in dimensions. The 1535 is essentially the “Air” equivalent to the 1510.
Why put a bright light right by your head pointing at the camera?
It’s purpose is as a kicker. Normally I’d have it out of the shot but the whole point of our setup is to have gear in the background. It’s set to 1% brightness 😊
Nice. TrekPak price is kinda steep, but I have one for my 1650 and I love it :D.
@@JoATTech it definitely is, but in the long-term with how modular it is, I think it pays off. We went through several sets of foam as we reconfigured and it got beat up from use
@@Gloryvisuals But it depends how big the changes are for the trekpak. If they are revolutionary, the included excess might be not enough :D. I know that from experience :D.
Also if you are from 1st world country it's not that expensive. For me it's 4 times more expensive, cause our currency is shit (1/4 of a dollar - but the price is the same as in US).
I have made my own trekpak for a lot less than shop prices. It’s really not that difficult and you can make it very customisable.
Anyone with half decent diy skills can make trekpak at home and for a lot less with more customisation.
Make a video! I’ve seen a couple but they didn’t seem to be quite as solid. Would definitely watch and try it!
Just a comment for the algorithm ;)
@@ScheelPhillip hey thanks!! 😊
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Title: The BEST WAY to organize your camera gear
:47 "Im not trying to tell you this is the best way to organize your gear"
LOL. When the editor doesn’t write the title 😂
@@Gloryvisuals hahaha I love it
Nothing says PRO like a pelican case that is covered with stickers.😅😅
@@mikegustafson6679 guessing you’re meaning this as sarcasm, but ironically it’s spot on. Our clients get to see the places we’ve been, that our cases are used and worn, and the fact that we have a personality. And we’ve gotten nothing but positive comments about them 😊 It ain’t that serious homie.
You spend a huge amount on gear. Moisture and fungus are the old time enemy or all photographic gear. Unless you can spend a vast amount of money for a controlled environment, you must preserve your optical gear in a "dry" environment. It can be as simple to "not let them be on display for your clientele", and to keep them in an air tight case full of Silica Gel. It is not just the Sensor your must protect. The circuity and metals of your gear must be protected from the outside world. If your rental house does not have it, or enforce it on you as a customer, then don't hire it.
Hey Kevin! Thanks for the input. We have never had issues with fungus or moisture - our equipment is stored in a relatively climate-controlled area in airtight Pelican cases. We also don’t live in a metro with great rental house options, so we tend to buy over rent and pass those rental fees along to our clients.
Maybe cut your gear by 75%
@@sammorganmoore why?
@@Gloryvisuals Ive never seen so many bits. you are drowning in bits :)
@@sammorganmoore I'm so confused lol. Care to explain what you mean?
@@Gloryvisuals I dont need free advice on organising my gear. Im giving you some free advice. Leave 75% of your gear at home :)
@@sammorganmoore thanks for that - but this is simply terrible advice lol. We bring (and charge the client for) the gear needed to execute the project. Not only is it more profitable, but if you know what you’re doing it adds to the production value and helps you create better work. Have a nice day!
If you get. media pass, you check over sized bags at a flat rate
@@Marcus_Visbal yep just did this for the first time last week. You can actually create your own media passes, we just designed them and laminated them and they worked just great.