Nice coverage of a great recorder - thanks Gerald! One note on setting gain - it may still be worth setting the gain on the app even in 32-bit float mode - worth some additional testing on that front to see whether the gain is analogue or digital post gain. If it is analogue, the character of the sound will potentially change at higher gain settings as the preamp saturates a bit. Also, a lot of that noise floor will drop with a high pass filter in case people are concerned about that.
Thanks again Gerald! Just snagged me one of these little guys. I'm shooting a documentary series as a one-man-crew and realized there were a few more interview questions I wish I'd asked of one of the subjects. She lives out of state and now I have a solution for getting some great audio from her while I interview her over the phone. Just gonna send this TrackE to her and have her record herself and then pop it back in the mail to me. Sure beats flying back to Alabama with my gear!
Curtis Judd's videos about 32-bit float recording when it came out on the Zoom F6 had lots of shouting too, and it was genuinely hilarious to hear him yelling, given his usual demeanour in his videos. More shouty content please.
I also really enjoy how several videos have you reacting to packaging or equipment moving on its own by stopping and staring at it for a second. It’s a little touch, but it adds a tinge of comedy to your videos and style, and I like it. There is a good example in one of the studios undone videos somewhere that I remember laughing about as you pretended to dock points. It may have been Josh’s.
These look awesome, Gerald! I could see deploying these all over the place for on-set live foley recording of a scene. The RODE Wireless GO in my first tricks video does alright until you start using 4+ of them in one scene with all the receivers going into a bag. But this... this changes the game with that 32-bit float feature! Thanks for always giving us the best! Greetings from the USA!
I own a Tascam DR-10L (I guess this is the one you mentioned) and I absolutely love it! I does not offer 32bit recording, but you can record two tracks simultaneosly with different levels (-6 or -12dB) and also use limiters and low-cut filters, so it's pretty safe. One thing I like about it is the small screen from which you can control all your settings without the need for any apps. I really like how it sounds too... I have the impression that it's a little brighter on the high frequencies than the TRACK E. It's also a lot cheaper, at $200. I am fan of these tiny recorders because they are easier to trust than wireless systems, and I was surprised to see that only a small number of people knew about them!! While everyone was going nuts with the Rode Wireless Go, Matt from Matt WhoIsMatt Johnson was already using the Tascam for wedding shoots. Gerald, do you thinks it's worth the time to make a comparison between the TRACK E, the DR-10L and the new Zoom F2? I'd love to see it!! Great vid, keep up the good work, love your stuff!
Just made a video about a car, used a lav mic + recorder to record the exhaust sound while the car was moving. My first attempt was completely clipped - these probably would have come in handy with the 32-bit float. Not trying to be lazy with audio but as a one-man band most of the time - that would be pretty nice to have that safety
I think you've made my decision for me, I was leaning more towards the Zoom F2 with Bluetooth when they announced it.. but wow the Tentacle Track E is something else. Awesome comparison!
Sooooo glad I saw this video about this product that I had never heard of. I was looking at getting the Moman C2 wireless system after seeing a review on it, but I am sure this will be several times better to use and then worth the much extra $.
These actually look really nice. I've used Lavs on people and just loaded up a recording app on their phone before just to make things easier. But that 32bit float is pretty nice, and somewhat more professional that telling talent to use their own phone and then send you the files when you're done 🤣 Great work Gerald. Grats on 200k
you are so enthusiastic! I love your videos and how you present yourself and the content in front of the camera! Because of you I also purchased a Teleprompter :D.
Very nice. Just don’t forget to hit record! That’s why I like the wireless rig; the receiver goes into the camera or recorder, so that’s one less thing to have to worry about when shooting. But these are brilliant and timecode makes everything better.
They look like the Tascam guts with extra electronics. I love my Tascams but this looks like a great upgrade. I prefer the wireless-less mics also. So much less grief. Thanks.
This is an interesting little mic, I'm assuming the Tascam you're referring to is the Tascam DR-10L? The extra features on this definitely make it seem more appealing though, might nab a couple these for Weddings. Also worth pointing out that the Tascam does record at dual levels simultaneously so clipping never really is an issue, its not 32bit mind you!
I'm happy with the dr-10L's myself. I appreciate the 10L's screen with all functions available without other devices. Enough of my gear is competing to have their app up on my phone to not need another.
Got a DR10L not long ago, used it once in the field for a personal project and it worked out fine. If you can't monitor then obviously simple-to-use dual-level is key. But 32-bit floating point is huge. It enables you to take chances you couldn't afford to before and be confident it's probably going to work out.
Honestly, as someone who does weddings, docs and interviews this does seem like the perfect solution. Normally I'd run the receivers and booms to a Zoom H6, so I could monitor. But with 32bit float I can set it and forget it and paired with the jam sync module post-production would be a breeze.
I was debating whether to get this to use with my Deity Mic as a potential boom setup and low and behold you literally do that exact thing in this video. Thanks for reading my mind again Gerald 🙃
The one thing i love with wireless audio is just the confidence check it gives you. Many times I've been able to catch issues like wind noise, or clothes ruffling while monitoring. This would be my only fear with the Track E. If you could monitor the audio somehow i'd be sold
Looking forward to more recorders having 32 bit float. Could see it really coming in handy for motorsports work where you never know when things are going to get extremely loud. I cant tell you how many times I'm recording a time sensitive interview at a track and some clown drives by us and revs their car thinking they're funny while the entire crew just looks at each other like "yep....that's gonna clip".
Not sure about anywhere else. But in Europe they've released the 'Basic Box' version. It comes without the Lav and accessories. You just get the Track E. But it's a £100 cheaper. Useful if you don't need their lavs. Also it now has blu tooth monitoring.
Have no need for a pocket mic yet but these videos are great to watch. 👍 Best information regarding anything camera/audio/lighting etc. related on the internet. Just bought the VL150 thanks to you mate.
Good one Gerald. I was just given notice on a forum today of this product and a product from another main manufacturer very similar in features to this. Thanks to COVID-19 I'm still waiting to apply all the other gear I bought in the last 12 months to expand my audio capabilities, and these come along.
I love the simplicity of this recorder ot peeks my interest in how you would recomend recording surround sound in the field with either with these recorders synced in that 32bit floating floating format or if there are other multi chanel tools that handle this better.
MR. Undone, I wished I had this new recorder on my doc shoot yesterday!!! My producer and I weren't able to book a professional Sound Mixer, and My Producer learned production sound 24 hours prior to the shoot?!?
Reminds me of the zoom f1. The problem with these mics is they're usually omni-directional, so if your room is not acoustically treated you get A LOT of echo. Otherwise it's a cool product!
32-bit float is incredible for field recording, especially for gun shots and explosions! Back in the day recording those sounds for film needed a limiter like the Magna-Tech 31b, that ran on 160vdc for massive analog headroom, to be able to capture those levels. Avid just dropped their Carbon interface with 32-bit float as well. Seems like the industry is moving forward with it and that's a great thing!
But you would still need a limiter in post because you would have to bring it right down with clip gain to reveal all the peaks leaving nothing of the body of the SFX, so you may as well record with a limiter, because the end is the same.
Monitoring is important to get alerted to things like clothes rubbing on the mic, bad crackly connection, etc.. Having said that the Track E seems like the best addition to anyone already using the Sync E devices.
These look incredible! I'm a one man team: I don't want to have to be a "pro" audio guy; I just want pro audio. Thanks for putting in the effort on these videos, and congrats on the 200K! Well deserved!
Know that nothing replaces experience. Mic placement and pro lavs (which cost more than these things) are still crucial. I'm buying these up but I'm a sound engineer and location sound recordist but only because it solves many problems other than clipping. For me it's not having to deal with the mine field of radio frequencies. Not being able to monitor live would have been a massive deal breaker had they not solved it with blu tooth. I wouldn't touch them otherwise.
Years ago when I was a wedding videographer I used my suoer small Olympus recorder with a rode pin mic on the groom more than may more expensive Senhieser wireless. It was risky though because one time the groom turned it off to pee before the ceremony and didn't turn it back on. And I had no monitors so... but, at least that was his fault. I was using my Senhiesers for weddings less because one time I got some major interference that just destroyed my audio. So, yeah, I can see how these could be the best of both worlds...
I think this could be a great system for broadcast when you can't have a traditional wireless system in place or when it is hard to get the signal in crowded environments. Will definitely check it out and test it. Thanks for the great review!
Hey Gerald! Great review on a product I didn't know I'd need. Anyway, just to comment on not having wireless transmission, I feel like having any sort of back up/redundancy is a saving grace for a lot of people. But then again, if it's not recording on the device itself, I don't think having any amount of redundancy is useful :P
@@geraldundone 200.- is a steal for Bluetooth version. Altho there seem to be quirk, either to use bt for timecode or app to control. Could be good to know if its true. Or perhaps You just jam in the timecode once and then good to go with app control.
Everyone should know that the headphone out is disabled on the U.S. models. They're working on a live-monitoring solution via Bluetooth.
Oh really? Is that because of that patent? I thought that was only for wireless, but I could see how this would apply. Thanks for the heads-up! 👍
Hmmm, why is that?
Oh, it looks like Mr Undone beat me to it
@@geraldundone yes, one of them pseudo-inventions...
@@geraldundone Yes, it's because of a patent. Look at the bottom of this page. tentaclesync.com/track-e
Nice coverage of a great recorder - thanks Gerald! One note on setting gain - it may still be worth setting the gain on the app even in 32-bit float mode - worth some additional testing on that front to see whether the gain is analogue or digital post gain. If it is analogue, the character of the sound will potentially change at higher gain settings as the preamp saturates a bit. Also, a lot of that noise floor will drop with a high pass filter in case people are concerned about that.
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Absolutely true. Tonal changes with gain on preamps is something many musicians are quite familiar with.
The audio god is here 🙌
The noise floor seems a bit high though, it would be interesting to compare it to Tascam DR-10L or some similar audio recorder.
@@mmargan Lavalier mics often produce more self noise than booms so I suspect it will have a lot to do with which mic is used.
I learn more from shouting Gerald.
This.
What did he said?
Maybe we can learn more from you if you shout too.
No Tony’s here ... champ!
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Can't wait to see your take on this product! Will you like it better than your sennheiser lav? Maybe Gerald can loan you one to try? :)
Welp. still, don't have my mic. Just sayinnnnnnn
I just saw him jump in a hot air balloon, probs headed your way!!
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How’s the springles ? 🤪
Give me back my son!
STEAL. MICS. NOW.
The commentary from Make Art Now just popping in randomly and casually like that is possibly the best thing I’ve ever seen in a gear review video.
These videos just keep. Getting. Better. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks again Gerald! Just snagged me one of these little guys. I'm shooting a documentary series as a one-man-crew and realized there were a few more interview questions I wish I'd asked of one of the subjects. She lives out of state and now I have a solution for getting some great audio from her while I interview her over the phone. Just gonna send this TrackE to her and have her record herself and then pop it back in the mail to me. Sure beats flying back to Alabama with my gear!
i like the general direction geralds taking his channel, more comedic and self aware
You must be new 😉 Gerald started off with comedy. He's honestly one of the funniest people on YT but his tech reviews are my favourite too.
I'm Gerald Undone and I shout in all my intros.
Mine show up today!!! Ordered them as soon as the webpage went live.
Congratulations on 200k man!!⚡❣️
Curtis Judd's videos about 32-bit float recording when it came out on the Zoom F6 had lots of shouting too, and it was genuinely hilarious to hear him yelling, given his usual demeanour in his videos.
More shouty content please.
ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO GERALD LOVED THE AD READ CAN'T WAIT FOR MORE SHOUTING CONTENT
No Marvel movies this year, but with guest appearances and cameos, we have the Undone Cinematic Universe building out nicely.
Gerald is Star Lord, man.
I also really enjoy how several videos have you reacting to packaging or equipment moving on its own by stopping and staring at it for a second. It’s a little touch, but it adds a tinge of comedy to your videos and style, and I like it. There is a good example in one of the studios undone videos somewhere that I remember laughing about as you pretended to dock points. It may have been Josh’s.
These look awesome, Gerald! I could see deploying these all over the place for on-set live foley recording of a scene. The RODE Wireless GO in my first tricks video does alright until you start using 4+ of them in one scene with all the receivers going into a bag. But this... this changes the game with that 32-bit float feature! Thanks for always giving us the best! Greetings from the USA!
Hey there TLDR, nice to see you here :-) Greets from Germany!
This is very cool! I’ve been using the deity recorder/Tx for this but it’s quite bulky. Seems like a great solution!
I own a Tascam DR-10L (I guess this is the one you mentioned) and I absolutely love it! I does not offer 32bit recording, but you can record two tracks simultaneosly with different levels (-6 or -12dB) and also use limiters and low-cut filters, so it's pretty safe. One thing I like about it is the small screen from which you can control all your settings without the need for any apps. I really like how it sounds too... I have the impression that it's a little brighter on the high frequencies than the TRACK E. It's also a lot cheaper, at $200. I am fan of these tiny recorders because they are easier to trust than wireless systems, and I was surprised to see that only a small number of people knew about them!! While everyone was going nuts with the Rode Wireless Go, Matt from Matt WhoIsMatt Johnson was already using the Tascam for wedding shoots. Gerald, do you thinks it's worth the time to make a comparison between the TRACK E, the DR-10L and the new Zoom F2? I'd love to see it!! Great vid, keep up the good work, love your stuff!
Just made a video about a car, used a lav mic + recorder to record the exhaust sound while the car was moving. My first attempt was completely clipped - these probably would have come in handy with the 32-bit float. Not trying to be lazy with audio but as a one-man band most of the time - that would be pretty nice to have that safety
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Can you also review the upcoming Zoom F2? It has about the same functionality and is just announced. Also it is half the price :D
this will be interesting, also since the price of the zoom f2 is cheaper
But does it have Bluetooth timecoding?
@@bentomlin they have a Bluetooth version that supports Bluetooth time coding.
Second this - would love to see these two devices go head to head, Undone style!
Was searching the comments for this request. Also interested in a comparison 👍
Congrats on hitting 200,000+ subscribers. And great review. A great price for a 32-bit recorder, too.
I really think your channel has become my favorite. Rock on.
32 bit float is fantastic bc it means analog gain staging becomes about audio quality and not just about avoiding digital clipping
I think you've made my decision for me, I was leaning more towards the Zoom F2 with Bluetooth when they announced it.. but wow the Tentacle Track E is something else. Awesome comparison!
wow that sounds incredible. You got a good sounding lav in the package as well
Gerald wins best Adread of 2020. And now I really really want this recorder
Sooooo glad I saw this video about this product that I had never heard of. I was looking at getting the Moman C2 wireless system after seeing a review on it, but I am sure this will be several times better to use and then worth the much extra $.
These actually look really nice.
I've used Lavs on people and just loaded up a recording app on their phone before just to make things easier. But that 32bit float is pretty nice, and somewhat more professional that telling talent to use their own phone and then send you the files when you're done 🤣
Great work Gerald.
Grats on 200k
you are so enthusiastic! I love your videos and how you present yourself and the content in front of the camera! Because of you I also purchased a Teleprompter :D.
I’m sold on this. Thank you!
Purple is my favorite color too. This looks like a cool little device. I think you've convinced me to get one.
Just what I was looking for thanks
YAY you reached 200k followers! so deserved!
Just what i needed for my new podcast show. Thanks mane! Bth i always smile on your intro when you say “lets get undone” best marketing slogan
Bro, so good... I’m buying a couple for my weddings. Thanks Gerald!
Very nice. Just don’t forget to hit record! That’s why I like the wireless rig; the receiver goes into the camera or recorder, so that’s one less thing to have to worry about when shooting. But these are brilliant and timecode makes everything better.
Thanks for the incredible overview on these, will definitely be getting them.
They look like the Tascam guts with extra electronics. I love my Tascams but this looks like a great upgrade. I prefer the wireless-less mics also. So much less grief. Thanks.
Dude! I'm putting together a motorcycle roadtrip vlog and was stressing over sound recording - I think you (and this product) just saved my arse!
I've waited over a year for this. Finally they release it
This is an interesting little mic, I'm assuming the Tascam you're referring to is the Tascam DR-10L? The extra features on this definitely make it seem more appealing though, might nab a couple these for Weddings. Also worth pointing out that the Tascam does record at dual levels simultaneously so clipping never really is an issue, its not 32bit mind you!
I'm happy with the dr-10L's myself. I appreciate the 10L's screen with all functions available without other devices. Enough of my gear is competing to have their app up on my phone to not need another.
Got a DR10L not long ago, used it once in the field for a personal project and it worked out fine. If you can't monitor then obviously simple-to-use dual-level is key. But 32-bit floating point is huge. It enables you to take chances you couldn't afford to before and be confident it's probably going to work out.
“I’m Gerald Undone, and you know I like me some purple”
Honestly, as someone who does weddings, docs and interviews this does seem like the perfect solution. Normally I'd run the receivers and booms to a Zoom H6, so I could monitor. But with 32bit float I can set it and forget it and paired with the jam sync module post-production would be a breeze.
I was debating whether to get this to use with my Deity Mic as a potential boom setup and low and behold you literally do that exact thing in this video. Thanks for reading my mind again Gerald 🙃
I need a prerequisite video to understand why this is so great. When it comes to audio I could use some Gerald Undone teaching the basics!
The one thing i love with wireless audio is just the confidence check it gives you. Many times I've been able to catch issues like wind noise, or clothes ruffling while monitoring. This would be my only fear with the Track E. If you could monitor the audio somehow i'd be sold
Agreed 100%. I'm failing to see the advantage. There are a couple of field devices which have 32 bit float.
You can monitor your audio on the App via BT, a bit of a delay but to check the audio it works
Great video! And congrats on 200k subs!
Already have the Tentacle Sync E.
These will be the perfect addition!
Included mic sounds quite good. Nice!
Thanks for the video, best sponsor plug I've seen :D
This video just blew my mind.
Big Congrats To 200K!
Looking forward to more recorders having 32 bit float. Could see it really coming in handy for motorsports work where you never know when things are going to get extremely loud. I cant tell you how many times I'm recording a time sensitive interview at a track and some clown drives by us and revs their car thinking they're funny while the entire crew just looks at each other like "yep....that's gonna clip".
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This solves the issue I have with my TASCAM DL-10 - I record two tracks (one with -6db), having one clip would make it way easier
Congrats on 200K - woohoo!!!
Congrats on the 200k subs. 32 bit is the dynamic range for audio. R.I.P MixPre II
dude that ad read was insane, you shouted and still no clipping whatsoever, 32 bit float is crazy
Impeccable timing with the release of the new Zoom F2 which also records audio at 32-bit float for only $150
Lmfaooo I paused the video at 0:17 just to tell you that your intro is the best intro on TH-cam. That was funny and im subscribing right now!
Great great great. Thank you, Gerald, your enthusiasm is much appreciated. It's The Answer!
Thanks for the video! I LOOOOOOVE these mics! So easy to use.
Anyways, great review!
Wow just learnt about the zoom f2. That's a game changer for those on a budget.
Haha that Make Art Now part really got me
The Zoom F2 with 32bit was just released. I'd be interested to see a comparison
The build quality of Zoom F2 is poor
A well deserved 200k G.
Cheers from Qc, Canada.
Not sure about anywhere else. But in Europe they've released the 'Basic Box' version. It comes without the Lav and accessories. You just get the Track E. But it's a £100 cheaper. Useful if you don't need their lavs. Also it now has blu tooth monitoring.
Have no need for a pocket mic yet but these videos are great to watch. 👍
Best information regarding anything camera/audio/lighting etc. related on the internet.
Just bought the VL150 thanks to you mate.
These unscripted videos are AMAZING!!! And congrats again on 200k
Love to hear your thoughts on the new similar product from zoom, the F2... looks interesting! Great video thanks Gerald!
And a lot cheaper...
Good one Gerald. I was just given notice on a forum today of this product and a product from another main manufacturer very similar in features to this. Thanks to COVID-19 I'm still waiting to apply all the other gear I bought in the last 12 months to expand my audio capabilities, and these come along.
Perfect video just what I was looking for thanks!
I love the simplicity of this recorder ot peeks my interest in how you would recomend recording surround sound in the field with either with these recorders synced in that 32bit floating floating format or if there are other multi chanel tools that handle this better.
LMAO on the Make.Art.Now cameo 🤣 what a great product and again great video!
i love these crossovers
Well this one is going on my wishlist now lol
Josh Yo's cameo was comedy gold!
That audio recorder looks amazing
MR. Undone, I wished I had this new recorder on my doc shoot yesterday!!! My producer and I weren't able to book a professional Sound Mixer, and My Producer learned production sound 24 hours prior to the shoot?!?
This is a very cool piece of kit. Thanks for the review Gerald. Would really like to know how this stacks up against the new Zoom F2BT.
Always entertaining when you bring in Josh! Love it! I like the blooper reals.
Reminds me of the zoom f1. The problem with these mics is they're usually omni-directional, so if your room is not acoustically treated you get A LOT of echo. Otherwise it's a cool product!
Can't you just use a different mic?
32-bit float is incredible for field recording, especially for gun shots and explosions! Back in the day recording those sounds for film needed a limiter like the Magna-Tech 31b, that ran on 160vdc for massive analog headroom, to be able to capture those levels. Avid just dropped their Carbon interface with 32-bit float as well. Seems like the industry is moving forward with it and that's a great thing!
But you would still need a limiter in post because you would have to bring it right down with clip gain to reveal all the peaks leaving nothing of the body of the SFX, so you may as well record with a limiter, because the end is the same.
Whoa that device sounds very appealing! Also this video was hilarious. So good with the Josh Yeo bits, also great ad read 😂
Bruh!!! I’m considering selling my AVX now, and I LOVE that system. Thanks for the review and stop yelling at me!!!
Monitoring is important to get alerted to things like clothes rubbing on the mic, bad crackly connection, etc.. Having said that the Track E seems like the best addition to anyone already using the Sync E devices.
If you’re reviewing it, it’s worth buying... usually!
These look incredible! I'm a one man team: I don't want to have to be a "pro" audio guy; I just want pro audio. Thanks for putting in the effort on these videos, and congrats on the 200K! Well deserved!
Know that nothing replaces experience. Mic placement and pro lavs (which cost more than these things) are still crucial. I'm buying these up but I'm a sound engineer and location sound recordist but only because it solves many problems other than clipping. For me it's not having to deal with the mine field of radio frequencies. Not being able to monitor live would have been a massive deal breaker had they not solved it with blu tooth. I wouldn't touch them otherwise.
Years ago when I was a wedding videographer I used my suoer small Olympus recorder with a rode pin mic on the groom more than may more expensive Senhieser wireless. It was risky though because one time the groom turned it off to pee before the ceremony and didn't turn it back on. And I had no monitors so... but, at least that was his fault. I was using my Senhiesers for weddings less because one time I got some major interference that just destroyed my audio. So, yeah, I can see how these could be the best of both worlds...
I think this could be a great system for broadcast when you can't have a traditional wireless system in place or when it is hard to get the signal in crowded environments. Will definitely check it out and test it. Thanks for the great review!
11:16 that was EPIC I can't stop laughing !
Great review! Definitely will be buying one of these in the future.
I freaking LOVE Josh Yo coming in!!! Hilarious!!
Hey Gerald! Great review on a product I didn't know I'd need. Anyway, just to comment on not having wireless transmission, I feel like having any sort of back up/redundancy is a saving grace for a lot of people. But then again, if it's not recording on the device itself, I don't think having any amount of redundancy is useful :P
Woohoo! Creeping closer to the 1mil subs you deserve, Gerald!
Gerald:. I have found the perfect device!
*It has wires*
The tech-obsessed world: 😳😱🤯
This review dropped the day that the Zoom F2 was announced. Any chance you'll be taking a look at that? thanks
Would love to see a comparison video between this and the Deity Connect, discussing which solution might be better for which situations.
Great review & video.. thanks, I think I will be getting one to use 😊👍🏾
always amazing videos i have learned so much from these videos. keep killing it
Zoom F2 with similar features at $199 was JUST announced.
I'd like to see a comparison.
I thought these would be a hundred bucks or something. $350...
That cameo was amazing
Seems they are not only ones come out with this. Zoom released F2 recorder with 32bit float and app support :).
Yeah, just saw that! Same day too. I'll see if I can get one of those asap to compare.
@@geraldundone 200.- is a steal for Bluetooth version. Altho there seem to be quirk, either to use bt for timecode or app to control. Could be good to know if its true. Or perhaps You just jam in the timecode once and then good to go with app control.
GREAT VIDEO, CONSIDERING GETTING ONE MYSELF AFTER THIS!
LOVING THE HUMOROUS ELEMENTS TOO! HAHA!
CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE!
CHEERS /FRED