Rig up ANYTHING for $19 || It's Rigged Ep 4

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Жыл бұрын

The Super Clamp is a must have for every filmmaker. So many uses and ways to adapt it to rig up lights, microphones, cameras, and just about anything on set. I suggest having at least two to three of these laying around, you'll use them.
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@mfluder15 Жыл бұрын

You are literally the only person talking about this stuff. And you’re doing a great job while keeping it real. 😁

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeff! Hoping it makes a difference :D

@jamesburton1050 Жыл бұрын

Grip equipment has so many possibilities it's crazy!!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

So true! :D I'm always amazed at what things I can make grip gear do

@MacintoshLibrarian Жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this rigging series!!! I you got my studio off the ground - literally - with Varipoles and Superclamps!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

That is awesome! :)

@mikeanthony2455 12 күн бұрын

Love this series! I have a small space and seeing these as well as the varipole has been such a game changer!

@lovemauihawaii Жыл бұрын

Super clamps are super. And so is this video! At 04:24 great recommendation on the right-angle baby stud, will be implementing that one! (fyi the b&h item you linked to may have a safety concern, see the reviews). At 00:41 very useful that the handle can be repositioned!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Thanks for pointing that out! I'll have to keep that in mind in the future :D

@ChrisWilmshurst 4 ай бұрын

I'm not going to lie. I've been using the super clamp for years and about six months ago picked up a manfrotto alternative to the varipole... and I had no idea what that little plastic piece was for. Now I can mount things to my desk! You learn something new everyday!

@PerroneFord Жыл бұрын

While this won't affect the great majority of your viewers, I did want to mention this. When I was learning rigging from a professional rigger, he warned us about the ratchet handle models. The internals are usually all plastic. As a sports photographer I am often rigging in very high places with people below my rigging. Think catwalks above a civic center. He noted that he had personally had the ratchet handle assembly break apart and fall over 80ft onto the floor. Gladly there was no one below. So his advice was this. If you are rigging near the ground, any of them will work fine. But if you're rigging in the air, where a failure could hurt or possible kill someone, he only uses Matthews super clamps. Other people make good ones as well. I have both kinds, but I heeded that advice and never rig anything at height with a ratchet handle.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that advice! Really helpful to know

@bhgemini Жыл бұрын

I use the super clamp, varipole, & J hook to hang my bike vertically by its front tire for storage in my apartment

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

I love that! I find film gear is very useful for many other things too

@kevkevdellarocco8681 Жыл бұрын

No one else on my feed is talking about stuff like this. It's incredibly useful info that saves so much time. Your content is relevant to us run-n-gun film folks. Appreciate you 🍻

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

It's why I'm doing this series! So glad you enjoyed :)

@realm-lv Жыл бұрын

I love the super clamps they're so versatile. You should do a course on grip hardware and techniques. I haven't seen one yet. Great Video Heather!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

That's a neat idea! What would you want to see covered in a course? I'm open to hearing suggestions :)

@realm-lv Жыл бұрын

@@FellowFilmmaker Hey Heather, Here is a course outline but of course it would be your choice for the course. Course Outline: Module 1: Introduction to Grip Equipment Understanding the role of a grip in the film and television industry Overview of different grip equipment and their functions Safety protocols and best practices on set Module 2: Lighting Principles Fundamentals of lighting for movies and television Types of lighting fixtures and their applications Working with color temperature and lighting ratios Module 3: Grip Techniques and Tools Proper handling and rigging of grip equipment Different types of stands, clamps, and rigging accessories Camera and equipment mounting techniques Module 4: Lighting Setup and Design Lighting setups for different genres and moods Key, fill, and backlights: their purposes and placement Techniques for creating shadows and highlights Module 5: Lighting Control and Modifiers Working with flags, scrims, and nets Diffusion and softening techniques Controlling light spill and beam angles Module 6: Advanced Grip Techniques Working with cranes, dollies, and other camera movement tools Building camera rigs and stabilizers Rigging for aerial shots and specialized camera movements Module 7: Lighting and Grip for Specific Locations Interior and exterior lighting setups Challenges and considerations for location shooting Working with natural light and practical fixtures Module 8: Set Etiquette and Collaboration Effective communication and collaboration on set Working with the director of photography (DP) and other departments Troubleshooting common issues and problem-solving techniques Module 9: Safety and Electrical Considerations Electrical safety guidelines and protocols Proper use of generators, cables, and connectors Understanding power requirements and load calculations Module 10: Practical Exercises and Project Work Hands-on experience with grip equipment and lighting setups Collaborative projects to apply the acquired knowledge and skills Feedback and evaluation from instructors

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Well dang! I was not expecting this detailed of a response. Did you write this all up yourself? Appreciate the time you took to share all that! I certain will keep note of this

@realm-lv Жыл бұрын

@@FellowFilmmaker Anytime, I can help I will.

@stevenkralovec 7 ай бұрын

Wow this is fantastic! Thanks for this. I’m loving this series!

@FellowFilmmaker 7 ай бұрын

Happy to hear that!

@shadow10020049 3 ай бұрын

Please keep making these they are sooo helpful

@deanslakelog 9 ай бұрын

This is a really helpful series for me as I build out my home studio. Well done! Just subbed. Thank you.

@FellowFilmmaker 9 ай бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@joeniedbala Жыл бұрын

Something like this is awesome. So much territory, covered simply, clearly, and with a ton of practicality. Always great stuff!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated! :)

@Rivenworld Жыл бұрын

Just love your channel, always so well produced and informative 🙂

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Glad you're enjoying the channel :)

@lawboss Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video (as always). Informative and useful.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! :D

@oscarpatino330 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video.... very useful tool.... keep up the good work!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@orpaztron Жыл бұрын

thanks,- I didn't even aware about this clamp. I would appreciate more hand-on examples

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Glad I could make you aware :D

@joshua.butler 11 ай бұрын

I love super clamps and this series is great. Thanks for the tips!

@FellowFilmmaker 11 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

@AdamC.Erickson Жыл бұрын

I've used these for years, yet you still gave me a few ideas for other ways I can rig it. Thanks for the great content!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Love to hear that :D

@BeyondtheMovingPictureStudios Жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video! Thank you!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@PNT-Garage Жыл бұрын

Really love your content. As someone who is getting into filming work in the garage, your advice on items and setup to get the right lighting and audio has been instrumental. You've helped me save a lot of money, time and grief to get the setup that I'm happy with. This is another great vid! Thank you for all your work!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

I love to hear that! So glad I can help you in this useful way :D More to come!

@A1Bokeh 7 ай бұрын

I have two of these with L brackets and use them to hold things like c stands. This is awesome i didn't know those little things that came with the clamp were made for flattening the surface.

@FellowFilmmaker 7 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@DaddyDaughterMovieNight Жыл бұрын

Love my super clamp! Of course, I lost the wedge.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Yeah, those wedges are easy to lose!

@JoeatAlphaCreative Жыл бұрын

I've been a big fan of Impact 6" Extension Arm with Spigot for mounting small cameras on ball heads. Can't wait to see your right angle trick.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Nice! :D I'll be working on it very soon!

@vidworxsfx Жыл бұрын

I have 6 of the original Manfrotto ones, use them for everything, even built a RIG to hold an instrument keyboard clamped floating above my desk. They have so many uses.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Awesome! love to hear other folks enjoying them

@whateveryoucall7031 Жыл бұрын

just received one today, loving it

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@tylou4479 Жыл бұрын

Love this!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that!

@pc1x1 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see the series is back. Buying stuff because of you, hopefully links are working!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Links should be working! Appreciate the support

@wearetrackclub Жыл бұрын

Great tip! Love your editing style too :)

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@uploadsnstuff8902 Жыл бұрын

Best filmmaker gear serie on YT right now.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Thanks! :D

@foodstudio5339 11 ай бұрын

Great job !! Keep going !!! We need more videos with this stuff :))

@FellowFilmmaker 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

@erewhon42 Жыл бұрын

So many possibilities. There were definitely a few mounting options I hadn't considered (and wasn't aware of) before. Looking forward to more episodes about more accessories!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Love to hear that! I'm excited to make the more in-depth ones on each item I briefly mentioned in this video So many things to show, haha

@erewhon42 Жыл бұрын

@@FellowFilmmaker Looking forward to it! I had been on the fence about getting an autopole / varipole, but now after seeing this and starting to think about the different grip options, I think it would help in a couple of spaces I use.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

There are so many uses! I've got four of the Varipoles and they are super helpful around the office

@mtamech535 11 ай бұрын

Another wonderful video! I'm going to get one...I'm going to concrete a pole into a 5 gallon bucket that I can add a light to...this was the connection I was looking for! Thank you!

@FellowFilmmaker 11 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@paul-ardn Жыл бұрын

great review!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Well thanks Hope you learned some new tricks

@London_drives Жыл бұрын

I have a teleprompter attached to a pole using one of these super-clamps

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Nice! That's super smart

@simonstoeckl 4 ай бұрын

So helpful, thank you!

@FellowFilmmaker 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@IMDABROWN Жыл бұрын

Now I have to play around with equipment that's just sitting around. Thanks for the motivation.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Any time! You should share if you come up with anything cool :D

@MarioCastillion Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for pointing this accessory out. I definitely put it in my shopping cart. Hilarious moment when you missed the hole and the spigot fell down 😆😆😆😆😆😆

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help you out! Haha, yeah, thought I'd leave it in for the fun :)

@MarioCastillion Жыл бұрын

@@FellowFilmmaker yeeeah...keep 'em just like that. This is one of the reasons why I enjoy your channel: you are simplistic, but real!

@RyanTroy Жыл бұрын

Great video.. Love your channel!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@GB-AK Жыл бұрын

Very good to have. I have two.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Nice! They are handy

@GB-AK Жыл бұрын

@@FellowFilmmaker One option you left out is magic arms. You can do a lot with them and the super clamps.

@fabricioguardia8730 4 ай бұрын

The "triangular item" is more to grip to flat surface such as square stock and without it to a tube. Of course it is very versatile and use in many configurations, just remember to have the best grip with most contact points for security

@MiroSays Жыл бұрын

You've done it! Now I want a super clamp. Two, actually!

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Yay! You should def get two!

@MiroSays Жыл бұрын

@@FellowFilmmaker unfortunately, this exact model is not yet available in Germany, but I will see if I can find something similar.

@brittacurkovic 6 ай бұрын

Thanks have saved this!

@BourkeMedia 4 ай бұрын

The"wedge", as Manfrotto calls it, makes the Super Clamp great for tabletops, doors, ceiling beams, or anything with two parallel, flat surfaces. I also use them for audio equipment, such as a Tascam digital recorder for dual system sound.

@NSW_XUZIA Жыл бұрын

How did I miss this episode 😮😮??? Super content as usual Belinda😊😊. I hope you're well 🙏🙏

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed :D

@chrisgorys Жыл бұрын

Great video

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@bradleyc79 22 күн бұрын

Thanks from Chicago

@FellowFilmmaker 21 күн бұрын

Welcome!

@illustratedWORD Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I've been using mine for many years and at some point I noticed attachments inserted into the spigot hole would wiggle (ex.- The Manfrotto goose neck accessory). That annoyed me. I had a face-palm moment at 1:30 where you tightened the spigot with a knob. Somewhere along the way I never noticed my knob went missing. How could I not have noticed that?! To my surprise, I found the knob in a box of misc tiny parts! I'm now starting to use it more. Even using it "in reverse" where I attach it to a light stand using the spigot end and then using the grip jaws to hold odd shaped props/items. Not ideal but I'm getting more use from the tools I already own.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

That's great that you found the knob! Glad you're getting more use out of your gear

@VermaSuyash Жыл бұрын

Exceptional content. Even a newbie like me has been able to understand so much about making videos after following your channel. Thank you! 🙂

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Hope you're enjoying the channel

@VermaSuyash 11 ай бұрын

@@FellowFilmmaker Yes. I am. 😀This one really helped me during my initial days kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lbiHa5mVzbjSdYE.html

@shawnchenco Жыл бұрын

LOL the censoring! Great video love all the different types of attachments and rigging stuff. I need MORE! :D

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Haha glad you enjoyed! I'll be doing more in the series soon

@northcoaststudios Жыл бұрын

I don't know if you did anything different or not but the lighting on yourself looks particularly nice in this video. The hair light seems just right, but then again, all the lighting looks "just right" and flattering.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Well thanks! I think it's the combo of the stick, hair light, and maybe a lil natural light as well Also a good hair day haha

@jer3006 Жыл бұрын

The funny thing is... you are the reason I have a wall plate baby pin. Years ago, I saw your video where you mounted a very low bkgd light to one. By the time I rec'd it, I had moved on so I never used it. 🤣 But the magnetic idea for it is priceless. And I thought I was the only person who ever bought a rt-angle long-sided baby pin- wrong again. Well, based on this video, I will immediately buy the super clamp, primarily because you just showed all the stuff in my drawer (also in the Husky cab you suggested) that needs to be attached to that clamp. 🤣 Sold x 2! Looking forward to your next secret uses. PS. Just ordered 2 from B&H, hope you get some compensation.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

That is funny! The wall plate can be super helpful for a variety of things. Thanks for using my links, certainly helps support what I'm doing :D

@northcoaststudios Жыл бұрын

*Thank you!* Of course, a great video as always, but.... "This is what goes into the hole...(drop spigot onto the floor)..... it has a safety latch which you press in......" I laughed my ass off at that!!! It was perfect comedy technique, whether intentional or not. I was having a very stressful day and that bit right there was just what I needed. Thank you, Heather. I love these gadget videos. Not just to learn what is available but also to learn the snazzy ways you've figured out to utilize them. The magnetic surface is a great idea, as well as the other tricks you demonstrated. For transporting your snazzy gadgets to locations for a shoot, are they packed in your roll-around toolbox, or do you have something else to organize all the snazzy bits??

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Haha, glad the comedy bit (accidental) brought you some relief today! Haha, for my transport I'm using different cases or bags (depending on the job). Smaller stuff I'm using a rolling case of sorts and then I have a super huge case for bigger stuff (I've got a video on the channel on it already) by ThinkTank

@eugenheller4182 Жыл бұрын

So. I am working for one of the most important Camera / Video Stores in Switzerland. As I like what you do I decided to implement some of your Videos in our Store. We have two Store TV`s and they play a loop of some YT Videos. I hope it helps to get you more followers. I appreciate your work. :) Have a good week.

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

That is super kind of you! Thank you very much :D I hope the videos help out many folks

@eugenheller4182 Жыл бұрын

@@FellowFilmmaker I guess it does. The Content is important and easy to understand. People need Creators like you. :) Have a nice week.

@JasonParkerMagic 3 ай бұрын

Would be great to have a link to that video where you show the thing you did NOT want to include in this video :) Attaching camera to super clamp.... you said it would be another video... but now we have to work to find it :)

@FellowFilmmaker 3 ай бұрын

I've not made the video yet, it'll be out soon enough

@JasonParkerMagic 3 ай бұрын

@@FellowFilmmaker Ok great :) I have a varipole close to the wall in front of me... and I'm just starting to think about how I can attach my camera to it and possibly be able to remove my tripod... freeing up some floor space. But has to be pretty sturdy since it is teleprompter + camera together. So I thought that right angle thingy you showed might do the job. Hmmmmm... ideally I would like one of those flexible arms though so I can reposition camera easier.... but I just don't know if they are strong enough.

@FellowFilmmaker 3 ай бұрын

You could always look at the Geartree made by Ulanzi

@mr_DIY 4 ай бұрын

Manfrotto 035 is the best in my experience. However I’d like to check mini rig as they look smaller

@RHStevens1986 Жыл бұрын

Yoooo your motion graphics and titles are fantastic. Did you make those yourself, or did you find a kit we could buy?

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I actually bought these ones (the titles, the background graphics I created myself). Here's the link: www.motionvfx.com/store,mtitle-hype,p3520.html

@SourceAwareness 2 ай бұрын

Many Thanks, an instant subscribe from me, my Friend! All the Very Best to you. 💙

@FellowFilmmaker 2 ай бұрын

Thanks and welcome

@matthewlivingston3168 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Is that a Arri locating pin on the super clamp?

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

I think it could be? I know those holes are sometimes used for other accessories (like the 3 roll backdrop holder I have)

@tf-ok Жыл бұрын

Great video! I also wanna know the type of heavy-duty ballhead that you use for your camera -- as they tend to slide forward or downwards especially when the lenses is ultra heavy

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

The one I have is not my favorite, I've gotta find one I like first :D

@videocasetteTV Жыл бұрын

Amazing content, I suggest you make video you explain in it in godox fixtures the meaning of letters sl, sw, sz, ml, ul ....etc So as customer we can figure out the difference between these products

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

I'll see what I can do :D

@vignesht6270 10 ай бұрын

What is the difference between super clamp and the aluminum one on previous episode ? Does the super clamp hold lights like the other one do ( 6 inch one ) ?

@pogodrummer Жыл бұрын

1:21, do i hear the spigot falling onto a laptop keyboard 💀

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

Yep! haha

@lamontmcleod2 Жыл бұрын

Gaaaahhh the curse of Australia. It's $50 AU here (about $32 US!)

@FellowFilmmaker Жыл бұрын

man that's no fun

@jonnyboy8000 5 ай бұрын

I have 4

@FellowFilmmaker 5 ай бұрын

nice :D

@buddyquaid2038 Ай бұрын

I dont know all the lingo for what I need so I dont know what to search but I have a Neewer wall mount from the ceiling that comes straight down and want to mount my camera on it but not be upside down. I need the camera to sit on a ball head so I can make minor adjustments. The spigot can come out of the side (parallel with the floor) or the top (perpendicular to the floor). Not sure what piece I need. Can you suggest something or make a video?

@FellowFilmmaker Ай бұрын

Why don't you send me an email with a picture or something so I can get a better idea. Contact form is on the website as well if you need it. Heather@fellowfilmmakercourses.com