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• Balanced vs Unbalanced Audio: What Budding Filmmakers Need to Know

  In the world of motion‑picture production, audio quality is often the silent partner to great cinematography. You rarely notice good sound — but you always notice bad sound. Dialogue ruined by hums, buzzes, RF interference, or strange electrical noises can undo even the best‑shot scene. One of the key reasons these problems occur is misunderstanding ... Read more

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• How Colour and Light Shape Visual Comfort: What the Science Says — and How LEE Filters Can Help Create Better Reading & Working Environments

  For decades, educators and researchers have explored why some people experience discomfort when reading — shimmering text, glare, headaches, or words that appear to move on the page. While these symptoms are often mistakenly linked directly to dyslexia, recent scientific understanding paints a more nuanced picture. A portion of the population experiences visual stress, a ... Read more

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• What IP Ratings Really Mean: A Practical Guide

  Most of us see IP67, IP68 or IP69K on spec sheets and think “waterproof” or “dustproof.” But IP ratings are more than marketing shorthand—they’re a standardised way of describing how well an enclosure or connector keeps out solids (dust, sand, tools) and liquids (rain, jets, immersion) under defined test conditions. Understanding what those two digits ... Read more

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• Introducing the New LEMO REDEL SP IP68 Series — Compact, Robust, and Now Fully Watertight

  LEMO has officially released the new IP68‑rated version of its REDEL SP Series, delivering a major leap forward in sealed push‑pull connectivity for medical, industrial, test & measurement, and UAV applications. This next‑generation connector brings resin‑free IP68 sealing, higher robustness, and improved ease of assembly — all while maintaining the familiar lightweight ergonomics of the ... Read more

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• Ambient LockitBT (ACN‑LB): The Ultimate Timecode & Sync Generator for Modern Production

  Professionals in film, television, and digital production know that perfect sync isn’t optional—it’s the backbone of any efficient workflow. The Ambient LockitBT (ACN‑LB) brings next‑generation precision, wireless control, and zero‑drift reliability to every set, making it one of the most advanced timecode and sync solutions available today. Whether you’re wrangling multi‑camera drama, reality TV rigs, ... Read more

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• Tenacious High‑Performance & POS Pressure‑Sensitive Clear Tapes

  When you’re working in film, television, theatre, events or professional installation, the right adhesive can make all the difference. John Barry now stocks three powerful solutions from the Tenacious range, designed to give crews instant, reliable, and clean bonding options across multiple materials and environments. Tenacious 3902 High Performance Pressure‑Sensitive Clear Tape (0.6 mm × 19 mm ... Read more

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• Spotlight on URSA Products

  URSA Undies – The Ultimate Discreet Transmitter Solution for Film, TV & Theatre If you need a reliable, comfortable and completely discreet way to secure wireless transmitters on talent, the URSA Undies Unisex Shorts Transmitter Concealer (Medium, Beige) is now available at John Barry Sales. Designed for professional film, television, theatre and live‑event productions, URSA ... Read more

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• IDX SB‑U98 Battery Charger Kit – Professional USB‑C PD Power for Modern Video Production

  Reliable power is critical in professional video, broadcast and live workflows. As cameras and on‑set accessories evolve, battery systems need to deliver greater efficiency, faster turnaround and flexible outputs. The IDX SB‑U98 Battery Charger Kit answers that need by bundling two SB‑U98PD batteries with the UC‑PD2 dual charger—a matched, modern power solution for BP‑U style ... Read more

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• Bubblebee Industries: Precision Tools for Professional Location Sound

  In professional audio, the difference between a usable recording and a great one often comes down to the smallest details. Wind noise, clothing rustle, cable movement, and mic visibility are all challenges that sound recordists face daily — particularly in film, broadcast, and live production environments. This is where Bubblebee Industries has built a strong ... Read more

  Audio tips and products