Re: [Frameworks] Bolex EL Power question

2014-09-18 Thread Isaac Brooks
How old is the Bescor belt? It may need recelling. I know Bescor makes those belts that have a builtin output cable, which is usually kindof skimpy compared to a four pin xlr type cable, so it could be cable damage. NiCad batteries sometimes indicate a full charge and then suffer from lack of powe

Re: [Frameworks] Bolex EL Power question

2014-09-18 Thread Isaac Brooks
Ooof. Sorry, I was imagining a battery belt. Sorry, I think my info is bad. Isaac On Thursday, September 18, 2014, Isaac Brooks wrote: > How old is the Bescor belt? It may need recelling. I know Bescor makes > those belts that have a builtin output cable, which is usually kindof &g

[Frameworks] Arri SR J-Bar - WTB

2014-10-14 Thread Isaac Brooks
lease let me know. I've already tried Visual Products in OH. Thanks in advance, Isaac Brooks 617-460-4165 Milwaukee, WI ___ FrameWorks mailing list FrameWorks@jonasmekasfilms.com https://mailman-mail5.webfaction.com/listinfo/frameworks

[Frameworks] Nagra service

2014-12-24 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi, I was hoping that someone on the list could suggest a service person, preferably in North America, who works on Nagras. The machine in question is an early IV-series. Best holiday wishes to everyone everywhere. Isaac Brooks ___ FrameWorks mailing

[Frameworks] Nagra service info - WTB Nagra Shoulder Strap

2015-01-06 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi Frameworkers, I recently inquired about Nagra IV series repair / service in North America here on FW. Thought I'd share what was found subsequently. Dan Dugen does not service Nagra tape machines anymore. Not sure whether he has parts to sell, but a colleague of his confirmed that he is not cu

Re: [Frameworks] Film cameras latest models

2015-01-18 Thread Isaac Brooks
1999. Their XTR Prod was still enjoying updates around then too. On Sunday, January 18, 2015, Beebe, Roger W. wrote: > When was the Aaton A-Minima introduced? Early 2000s? Late 1990s? > That’s the most recent big film camera launch I remember. But doesn’t it > seem like there are kickstarter

Re: [Frameworks] Lomo UPB-1 processing tank parts

2015-03-13 Thread Isaac Brooks
em produced in small batches but I know nothing of the specs or anyone's success. Thanks! Isaac Brooks UWM Film Tech Office On Friday, March 13, 2015, Paul Dickinson wrote: > Is anybody else on this list using the Lomo UPB-1 (50/100') 8/16mm > processing tank? > > The Lomo tank i

[Frameworks] Timelapse and camera shutter/mirror jam

2015-05-17 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi, Sounds like the camera may need the mirror movement serviced or repaired. I am no authority on digital / still timelapse either, However, we have a few cameras (Canons) where I work that are used for single frame purposes exclusively, and that activity really flattens them. It's only a matter

Re: [Frameworks] 16mm film Guillotine Splicer

2015-08-10 Thread Isaac Brooks
Dwight Cody used to service them. Maybe still. http://www.cutfilm.com IB On Monday, August 10, 2015, Francisco Torres wrote: > used to be that most machine shops could do it for cheap > > 2015-08-10 14:16 GMT-04:00 JB Mabe >: > >> Know any hunters, whittlers, or chefs? I had a co-worker w

Re: [Frameworks] Shooting Super 16 but composing for regular

2015-10-10 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi, If you do use an Aaton XTR there's the chance there will be a glass in there for both 16/Super 16. You can use it for either / both and everything just has to be centered. Any good rental house should recenter it for you with some prior notice, and they will likely have more than one ground g

Re: [Frameworks] painted film finisher

2013-05-27 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi, Yes, I agree with previous comments about adding yet another layer to the film: don't, at least not as a long lasting projection solution. If break-down / image degeneration during exhibition is your thing, then that's another story. But it sounds like you want what you've made to stay more o

Re: [Frameworks] Need Bolex Camera Information

2013-08-28 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hey Adrian, Congrats on your initiative. I recommend continuing with your efforts to get yourself set up if you are interested in 16mm coming to your school, and just have some organized plan for outreach. Get the help of other folks who are interested. If you have to pitch this to someone to get

Re: [Frameworks] cheapest place for projector bulbs/ ciro splicing tape

2013-09-11 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi Jason, I'd try Urbanski Film in Illinois. Not sure what their DJL selection is, but they have a lot of stuff and are pretty consistent. That said, eBay may have more varied deals. * * *www.urbanskifilm.com * * * Isaac On Wed, Sep 11, 2013 at 1:03 PM, Sean Weitzel wrote: > The cheapest optio

Re: [Frameworks] Super 8 B&W Processing in the US

2013-09-16 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi Pablo, CineLab (MA) is not all that near Chicago, but they affordably and reliably process 7266 in super 8. Midwest has almost no large volume labs left. IB On Mon, Sep 16, 2013 at 4:08 PM, Pablo Marin wrote: > Hi all, > > I'm sure this question has been posted here more than a thousand ti

Re: [Frameworks] Parts for Steenbeck Type: St928

2013-10-22 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi, I second the motion to ask Dwight, and also recommend checking with Urbanski Film in Illinois, as they used to carry lots of Steenbeck lamps, so they might have something laying around that could help you. Steenbeck did have a site up awhile ago that listed available machines, so they may hav

Re: [Frameworks] 16mm matchback - avid - add keycode?

2013-10-25 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi, This was awhile ago, but I used a flex file that came with the transfer of my material, which had a keycode burn in. I believe this was Media Composer 5 in about 2010. Not to ask the obvious, but do your dailies actually include keycode running along with the video? Feel free to message me of

Re: [Frameworks] Bolex animation Motor.

2013-11-28 Thread Isaac Brooks
+1 on Tobin motors. I have never owned one, but I used them extensively at one point, and the build quality & usability factor are excellent. Clive Tobin is reachable too, in case if questions or in sourcing them. On Thursday, November 28, 2013, Roger Wilson wrote: > I own a Time Flow motor for m

Re: [Frameworks] exposed but not fully

2014-01-04 Thread Isaac Brooks
Yeah, they should be fine if stored consistently. Avoid moving them around a lot between spaces with different temps, as that can lead to issues. On Saturday, January 4, 2014, wrote: > I have often left exposed film undeveloped for several weeks without any p > roblems that I can see, > > Nicky.

Re: [Frameworks] 16mm synchronizers with sound

2014-01-25 Thread Isaac Brooks
Yes, the usual synchronizer/squawkbox setup is for mag. IB On Saturday, January 25, 2014, Rebekka Erin Moran wrote: > Hi, > > I am collecting 16mm synchronizers for an installation project. Does > anybody know if the synchronizers with sound heads are for reading Mag only > or do any exist tha

Re: [Frameworks] Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced portabe video projector that's adequate for showing films?

2014-01-25 Thread Isaac Brooks
+1 on Epson. My partner and I have a Powerlite 78, purchased in 2010. Resolution is OK. I'd think that by now you could get a better one for what we paid 4 years ago (600 usd, about). What has impressed me most about it is the build quality and the absolute lack of any issues. For solid group view

Re: [Frameworks] would you send unexposed film by us mail to europe?

2014-02-01 Thread Isaac Brooks
Moira, I've received and sent both unexposed and exposed film quite a few times through the mail, more usually domestically as opposed to overseas, but I have never once had a problem with either x-rays or handling. I think both Francisco and Marco are in good practice however, as they're encourag

Re: [Frameworks] would you send unexposed film by us mail to europe?

2014-02-01 Thread Isaac Brooks
nak Elmendorf wrote: > Hi Isaac, > When you use FedEx do you( is it necessary to) mention unexposed film and > do you request special handling? > > On Feb 1, 2014, at 10:06 AM, Isaac Brooks > > > wrote: > > Moira, > > I've received and sent both unexpose

Re: [Frameworks] searching for 16mm guillotine splicer

2014-02-21 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi Roger, There are probably some deals to be had on eBay, or via a CML mailing list inquiry. CML unearths some surprising deals on older analog gear from folks who are eager to turn in the old for the new. Dwight Cody sells editing supplies, and I believe he stocks splicers. If you want somethin

Re: [Frameworks] 16mm telecine?

2014-02-21 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi Mariah, It's been awhile since I have compared their rates, but Cineliscious is in LA, and they are more than film friendly. Wide variety of services in transferring film, last time I checked. Supervised sessions may still be slightly steep, there but they do top shelf work and are very small g

Re: [Frameworks] Lens Technician NYC

2014-04-20 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi Philippe, Duall Camera services most small(er) gauge cameras/systems, I'm assuming Kern lenses would be within their repertoire. Not sure if there is a devoted resident lens tech there, but they seem to work on everything. Maybe Abel Cine? Jeff Marzigliano does their servicing, or oversees the

Re: [Frameworks] BOLEX H16 "Super 16mm" lens options.

2014-04-28 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi Mark, If you do mean the Vario Switar 16-100 POE zoom, I had the same experience. Wide end of the zoom vignettes and f-stop range is a bit more limited. I did, I think, also find try that same Schneider and it performed about the same as a Kern 10mm Switar would have, with some cut-off in the c

Re: [Frameworks] Softening the Image

2014-05-13 Thread Isaac Brooks
Edward, DuAll camera sold me some 2x2 filters about a year ago. They had a casual assortment that were pretty reasonably priced, depending on condition. Since you have the matte box, I'd agree with previous posts about stockings or maybe a piece of acetate (gets from blick's) in one of the filter

[Frameworks] Arri SB to Super-16mm?

2014-08-04 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi Kevin, I'm my experience, it's fairly impractical to covert the Arri S series - The theoretical shutter, mount, and gate adjustments make it more or less the most difficult camera to consider for Super 16. Visual Products in Ohio developed a conversion process, which supposedly yielded a few su

[Frameworks] Fixed Pattern Noise in 2K Scan

2019-03-20 Thread Isaac Brooks
Hi - Can anyone advise on eradicating or reducing fixed pattern noise in a 2K scan that I have of some 16mm selects? The original is 7285, and during the darker shots - especially when the camera is moving - the vertical white lines are noticeable. The file is a ProRes . If rescanning is it,

Re: [Frameworks] Looking to buy Bolex or similar

2020-04-12 Thread Isaac Brooks
Dieter does sell Rex 5 cameras. Some well known 16mm camera retailers have reduced their prices for sync cameras and less feature-rich MOS camera alternatives to the Bolex. The Bolex’s overall level of quality for the money and it’s spring drive have made it seemingly less prone to the up/down of

Re: [Frameworks] spools, reels and rolls

2020-04-23 Thread Isaac Brooks
Commonly, in working terminology, “rolls” tend to imply factory sealed/originated raw stock, which is yet to be or recently shot (including daylight camera spools, which sometimes do exceed 100’). Generally. Super 8 could be an exception but I still say roll. Reels usually imply projection. “Rolle

Re: [Frameworks] Free junk film

2020-04-30 Thread Isaac Brooks
Scott I can pay for media shipping unless it is an insanely big box. Thanks, IB On Thu, Apr 30, 2020 at 12:07 PM Scott Dorsey wrote: > > I have here a box that mostly contains interviews on original reversal film > with magfilm sound tracks on each. Lots of people talking about UFOs and > vario

Re: [Frameworks] Arri S Tech Question

2020-05-27 Thread Isaac Brooks
Jeff & Co, I’m sorry for the aside, but do you know of a technician that could put a PL hard front on an Arri 16S? Asked Les Bosher once and he said he didn’t offer it as an option. Thank you! Isaac On Wed, May 27, 2020 at 10:05 PM Jeff Kreines wrote: > I hate to disagree with Scott. > > First

Re: [Frameworks] Arri S Tech Question

2020-05-27 Thread Isaac Brooks
sell. (If that matters to > you.) > > Converting a 16S to S16 is difficult. I’d be wary of most repair people > who claim they can do it. > > Jeff Kreines > Kinetta > j...@kinetta.com > kinetta.com > > Sent from iPhone. > > On May 27, 2020, at 10:53 PM, Isaac Brook

Re: [Frameworks] Repair for CP16 cameras

2020-10-25 Thread Isaac Brooks
Bernie O’Doherty / Super 16 Inc does. Located in NY State. IB On Sun, Oct 25, 2020 at 8:25 PM Christopher Ball wrote: > Does anyone know of any repair or maintenance provider for CP16 cameras. > I am asking for someone in Vancouver, so within Canada would be great, but > US also. > > Christopher

Re: [Frameworks] Bolex 16mm camera repair contacts needed!

2017-10-26 Thread Isaac Brooks
ProCam / Bolex USA has always done consistent, top shelf Bolex work. Not the cheapest. Bernie O’Doherty at Suoer 16 Inc is great. Both contacts below. Both work consistently with higher ed programs. http://www.bolexusa.com/ http://www.super16inc.com/page4.html On Thu, Oct 26, 2017 at 1:27 PM Lyn

Re: [Frameworks] Kodak 7363 - exposing and developing

2018-04-20 Thread Isaac Brooks
For the D19 treatment/negative I've rated it at a 25 ASA with consistent results. If you have sealed D19, use it with that film. Isaac On Fri, Apr 20, 2018 at 5:30 PM Colin Brant wrote: > Dear Frameworks, > > I am having trouble finding consensus on how to shoot and process Kodak's > now discon

Re: [Frameworks] Fwd: [Labos] Newly Available: Eastman 7363 Single Perf Super 16

2018-06-20 Thread Isaac Brooks
To Zach - Interesting to see this info. I have yet to shoot with this new batch, and the emulsion type 292 is not something I can speak to regarding consistency with the older stuff. That said, I would assume an ASA of around 24 would apply to daylight, if you are developing as negative. Reversal