I've been working a bit on my hands-on video recording setup again. It's a simple mod, but every little change helps refine how well it works in practice. Let's take a look!
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The 3-pack of USB 2.0 extension cables:
The powered microphone:
Atomos Ninja V recorders:
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| The packaging for three USB extension cables. |
The package included five hook-and-loop straps, which is always handy for cable management. There are three cables in total. You'd think 3 or 6 ties would make more sense than 5, but whatever.
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| The hook-and-loop straps. |
I've been using a shorter USB extension cable to power a AA to USB battery power adapter for a microphone that I use with my camera setup.
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| My camera setup with a microphone, monitor, and various accessories. |
The connector on my old cable wasn't super long, so I was looking for something a bit longer.
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| My Old USB 3.0 extension is much shorter than the new USB 2.0 cables. |
These new cables should do the trick. This will allow me to rotate the camera more freely without being restricted by the cable length.
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| The side view of the Takstar microphone and it's AA battery power input. |
Here's one of the new cables. Right away, I noticed it's more flexible than my old one.
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| One of the new USB cables. |
My power strip is USB-powered, so it's easy to connect the cable directly to that.
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| The USB extension goes into the power strip's |
So far, these cables seem very nice. They're pretty flexible and feel well-made.
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| Holding one of the new USB cables. |
They appear to be standard USB 2.0 cables because they have the white connector on the inside.
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| Details about the cable type. |
These state they are USB 2.0 High Speed cables. Here is what the connectors look like.
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| The newer USB 2.0 compared to the older USB 3.0 (blue) extension connector. |
Overall, I'm happy with these USB extension cables. They provide the extra length I needed, they're flexible, and they seem to be well-constructed. If you're in the market for some USB extension cables, these Conable ones are worth checking out. Just keep in mind I got these more for simple uses cased because they are USB 2.0 which is a slower and simpler form of USB.
If you want to learn more about the video recording setup more, here's the original rig makeover video I collaborated with Smallrig on.