| | | | Waters Chooses K-Tek Boom for "House Hunters"
 Grant Waters is the sound mixer on HGTV ‘s “House Hunters,” a reality show that follows a pair of home shoppers and a real estate agent into houses for sale. He says the production relies heavily on sound from his boom when the show is being mixed.
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| | | | Burke Pairs K-Tek Tadpole with GoPro to Capture Action
 Please visit K-Tek at NAB Show, April 8-11 2013 in Booth C2046.
Travis Burke is an outdoor and adventure photographer who yearns for point-of-view shots that are almost impossible to get. “I shoot action and adventure photography, everything from base jumpers, rock climbers, race cars, surfers, skateboarders, snowboarders, pretty much anything outdoors,” he said. “I specialize in shooting things that are either action or adventure related.”Though he uses a fully outfitted, zoom lens equipped DSLR for many of his shots, his signature images are those that leave the viewer wondering “how did he do that?”
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| | | | K-Tek a Sound Choice for Agalsoff on “Castle”
 John Agalsoff, Jr. knows his stuff. He’s been in charge of sound for major television series, features and commercials. At present, he’s working on the hit ABC series “Castle”. Whatever show he’s doing, he relies on K-Tek boom poles and accessories, “because the poles are quiet, strong and solid with no flex, yet lightweight. I trust them.”
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| | | | From Sit Downs to Skateboards Prindle Relies on Norbert
 Whether it’s the weekly interview/talk show done in the 900 Films offices, viral skateboard videos for Tony Hawk or sports documentaries for ESPN, producer/cameraman Jared Prindle relies on K-Tek’s Norbert camera accessory frame. “With 20 shoe mounts, the Norbert allows me to create a camera platform to support just about any kind of shoot from simple sit downs to rapid movement on-the-go shots catching skateboarder’s exciting moments,” he says.
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| | | | K-Tek Intro’s the Shark Wireless Antenna Mount
 K-Tek, known for award-winning boom poles and audio support products, introduces the Shark Antenna mount. At home on a sound cart, the Shark is designed to easily attach log periodic (aka shark fin) antennas as well as wireless receivers, IFB and video receiver antennas, and microphones.
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| | | | GoPro & iPhone get more reach with K-Tek Tadpoles at NAB booth C8325
 K-Tek has responded to the ergonomic challenges of the new, tiny form factor cameras like the GoPro and the iPhone with a wide range of production tools designed specifically for these ultra-small and popular cameras. Whether the challenge is extending the camera by an arm’s length or by several feet, K-Tek has a professional solution.
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| | | | Deutscher Relies on K-Tek for Smooth Sound Capture
 When production sound mixer and boom operator Peter Deutscher is capturing sound for everything from documentaries to ENG projects and television to feature films, his first and only choice for a boom pole is K-Tek. “I try to place the microphone as close to the action as possible to record a clean, uniform, dialogue track,” he says. “And, I need to know that my equipment will function flawlessly. That’s why it’s always K-Tek.
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| | | | K-Tek Introduces 3 Windscreens for Small Microphones
 Known for popular boom poles, shock mounts and Norbert camcorder accessory mounting system, K-Tek offers three new windscreens. Designed for small/low-profile microphones, these US-made products, are effective solutions for wind noise reduction and microphone protection at affordable prices.
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| | | | K-Tek’s Norbert Supports Johnson on All Media Events
 Los Angeles-based videographer Ajay Johnson is a familiar figure at a wide variety of media events. His low-key personality and shooting style allows him to get newsworthy shots quickly and without interrupting the flow of the event. And he counts on K-Tek’s Norbert support as his silent partner.
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| | | | Mako Koiwai Chooses Norbert Sports Jr. for Indy 500 Shoot
 K-Tek, announces that cameraman Mako Koiwai is one of the first to employ the new Norbert Sport Jr. for a high-profile production. Mako recently chose the newest of the Norbert line for New Wave Entertainment’s shoot for 3net of the 100th Anniversary of the Indy 500 in 3D.
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| | | | K-Tek Shoe Department Optimizes Camera Accessory Mounting
 In an effort to find a home for the many audio and video accessories that shooters would like to fit on or around the camera, K-Tek introduces the Shoe Department. This series of adapters optimize accessory mounting whether it’s for lighting, audio, viewing, or video streaming.
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| | | | World Premier of Norbert Sport Camera/Accessory mount
K-Tek expands its Norbert line of camera support products with the introduction of the Norbert Sport. Perfect for filmmakers wanting a solid, versatile camera mount for handheld shooting, Norbert Sport provides DSLR and small-format high-definition video cameras with comfortable hand-holding and accessory mounting options.
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| | | | K-Tek Introduces Norbert™ Filmmaker Kit
 K-Tek’s popular Norbert accessory frame is now available in a Filmmaker Kit that allows Norbert to attach to a universal rail system. The Norbert frame is a practical and convenient way to mount accessories around a DSLR or compact HD camera, including 4/3’s chip cameras.
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| | | | K-Tek’s Norbert Mounting System Supports "America’s Top Model" PSA
 K-Tek announces that director/cinematographer Tony Croll has chosen K-Tek’s Norbert Mounting system to support his "America’s Top Model" PSA shoot. Unlike many projects that are shot on large sound stages, this vital PSA was done on a sound stage at Smashbox in Culver City, California.
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| | | | Berry Uses K-Tek Boom Pole for IndiaVRTours Stills
 K-Tek, known for their professional boom poles, as well as camcorder and audio accessories, announces that still photographer Roger Berry is using K-Tek’s Klassic K-202 and Klassic Traveler K-87 boom poles to support his cameras for the stunning still images he captures to promote IndiaVRTours.
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| | | | Manfred Klemme Receives CAS President’s Award
K-Tek founder Manfred Klemme was honored with this year’s Cinema Audio Society (CAS) President’s Award at the CAS Awards Dinner on February 27th. The President’s Award is presented by the President and Board of Directors of the CAS to an individual who has been dedicated to the advancement of sound.
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| | | | K-Tek Introduces Kwiksock
K-Tek introduces the Kwiksock. This fast and easy-to-use method of wind noise reduction is specifically designed for recording scenarios when it is not possible to carry or there is no time to locate a bulky, full-size windscreen.
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| | | | K-Tek Intros Custom Logo Windscreens
K-Tek introduces Schulze-Brakel custom logo windscreens - a striking yet affordable way to stand out from the crowd. An ideal way to display individual logos, these are an excellent advertising method for radio and TV stations, sports teams, studios, entertainment programming, news shows, and sponsorships.
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| | | | K-Tek Clamp Adapter Kit for DV Cameras
K-Tek, maker of professional boom poles, microphone support products and windscreens, introduces a new accessory for DV cameras -- the Universal Camera Clamp Adapter Kit (K-CA).
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| | | | Band Pro Hosts One World on HD '07
December 13, 2007 is the date for Band Pro's Annual “One World on HD '07” Open House dedicated to showcasing the newest in HD technology. Band Pro is inviting leading artists, technicians and innovators to share ideas and check out the latest in High Definition technology in a casual atmosphere.
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| | | | News: K-Tek Introduces Traveler Boom Pole
K-Tek announces the Avalon Traveler, the first professional boom pole designed to fit into a standard equipment case. With a minimum length of just 20” (50.8 cm), the Traveler stores quickly for easy, hassle-free transportation. Fully expanded, this versatile new 6-section pole extends to a reach of 79” (2 meters).
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| | | | |  Articles and Tutorials: NAB 2012: K-TekK-Tek introduced several products at NAB 2012, including the rugged Shark Wireless Antenna Mount, and a range of tools designed to respond to the ergonomic needs of small form factors such as the GoPro camera and the iPhone. Also debuted was the K-Tek Tripod Mount Case for the iPhone4/4S, which turns the smartphone into a professional camera.Read Article Subscribemore articles »Related Tags | | | | |
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