Beachtek is a brand that specializes in audio adapters and mixers for professional and enthusiast videographers to improve the audio quality of their video recordings.
Beachtek was founded in 1995 in Ottawa, Canada by Harry Kaufmann.
The company initially focused on producing audio adapters for consumer camcorders.
In 2000, Beachtek introduced the first professional XLR audio adapter for DV camcorders.
Beachtek now offers a wide range of audio adapters and mixers for both consumer and professional videographers.
The company has won multiple awards for its products including the Videomaker Magazine's Best Audio Adapter award.
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Two-channel compact audio adapter for DSLR, mirrorless and other small cameras that provides XLR inputs and phantom power for professional microphones. It also includes a headphone jack and AGC disable feature.
Two-channel compact audio adapter that allows connecting mobile devices and cameras to professional microphones, wireless systems, and mixers. It provides XLR inputs, phantom power, and headphone monitoring. It's compatible with iOS, Android, and DSLR cameras.
Two-channel low-noise audio adapter designed for HD DSLR cameras and camcorders. It features phantom power, level meters, headphone output, and AGC disable feature.
The purpose of a Beachtek audio adapter is to provide professional audio inputs and controls for a wide range of cameras, from smartphones to DSLRs and camcorders, that usually have limited audio capabilities.
Most Beachtek adapters provide phantom power, which is necessary to operate condenser microphones. However, some compact models such as the MCC-2 and DXA-MICRO do not provide phantom power.
Yes, most Beachtek adapters feature multiple XLR inputs that allow connecting multiple microphones or wireless systems. Some models also provide switchable input levels to match the output of different microphones.
Yes, in most cases you need to adjust your camera settings to match the audio levels and settings provided by the Beachtek adapter. The most common adjustments are setting the camera audio level to manual and disabling the automatic gain control (AGC) to prevent sudden changes in audio level.
No, Beachtek adapters are not compatible with GoPro cameras, as they have proprietary audio connectors that do not allow external audio inputs. However, you can use a separate audio recorder with a GoPro to capture higher-quality audio.