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Thanks for all you do!!
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Great progress, keep it up!!
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Just my opinion, but ANH stormtrooper is "the classic original" which is why I chose it, also I think ANH totally embodies what the original stormtroopers are all about. My TK ID was also chosen based on the quote "TK-421 why aren't you at your post?"
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Thanks for the info!
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Very interesting for sure how they trigger the sound clips with hand motions. I just wonder where something like that can be purchased? it has to be available somewhere...
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On 10/23/2023 at 4:04 PM, TikiTechie said:
Glad you asked. I've been working on this subject for awhile. It's still a WIP but maybe you can get some ideas from the research I've done.
I've been interested in creating a very flexible audio system that can play a very large number of audio clips via a glove controller (only 1 button) and a position sensor. This is what they use at Galaxy's Edge and is pretty cool and gives you a lot more choices for sounds, but also adds a lot more complexity.
Do you want recorded sound clips, or to use your own voice?
Recorded sounds have limitations, such as how many you can easily trigger to play by buttons. This works well for characters like Wookiees or Jawas who really only make a few unique sounds. If you don't want to be limited to a few canned phrases, you may want to go with mic headset and a simple audio amp. You can probably do that for pretty cheap < $50 on Amazon.Microphone + Amplifier
I've been using the iComm & Aker amp setup that I see alot of people using. For me it hasn't worked well. Mounting in the chest has a very muffled sound (maybe it's my voice) but no one can understand me unless I repeat myself at least once. I get a lot of blank stares which is not super-impressive.
I switched to JUST using the amplifier + mic system. It's a little better sound, but I mostly have the same problem. Namely, being able to turn it up to be understandable but also not cause feedback from your helmet. Chest mount amps seem to suffer from this.
Another thing I've witnessed for folks who have an external amplifier located in a pouch (those Scouts!): you can understand them pretty well, but the audio in the helmet gives some sort of cross-talk that makes it sound non-stormtrooper like (to my ears). I just want to hear the audio from the speaker.
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So, long story even longer, if you want a simple sound board with 4 or 8 clips, visit Etsy and search for "sound glove" and you should get the standard ones I've seen. You can find them on Youtube for DIY.
My Plans:
I just put out an order on Fiverr for someone to professionally record sound clips. My voice just isn't stormtrooper-y. They do 100 words for $20 which was a decent starter to try this out with.Gotchas:
I created what I thought was a easy to use button controller, but after I put it on with the glove it became clear I wouldn't have the dexterity due to the bulk of the gloves. This is even with a much larger button surface like below. Spacing the buttons farther might help but it makes the controller very wide, which it's already sticking out from the palm to be visible, which isn't what I want.
Sorry for the length of this, but it's a WIP and probably going to become a separate thread.
Awesome thanks for the info! What exactly are the stormtroopers using at galaxies edge? does anyone know the exact set up and brand of everything?
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I wanted to check and see what everyone is using to play sounds clips via hand remotes ect. while trooping.... I know some people use TRamp, just wanted to explore some other options and see what all is out there. Thanks
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Welcome! As mentioned above, research is key, the more time spent talking with others on the forum and researching build threads/ videos things will start making more sense. It is alot to take in when starting out. This is a great page where you can ask anyone questions for build advice. Armor also comes in different sizes as well. The key is not to rush anything and research. We all were in your shoes when we started.
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PM me.
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24 minutes ago, gmrhodes13 said:
Tighter strapping can help, I doubled mine over which helped.
Interlocking tabs are used by a few, mine was just an issue of the kidney pushing out sideways, I bent and glued a piece of ABS each side, behind the kidney and they just sit behind the abdomen.
It's basic but works for me
Thanks that is a great idea as well.
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I have seen a few methods to keep the kidney and ab plate from shifting or separating on both sides (inter locking pieces of abs, snaps, velcro, ect. ) Id like to see if there are any other methods people may have posted that I have not seen yet. Has anyone else tried any of these methods ?
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What type of paint did you use for the dark washes ? and what color for dirt around wheels? where did you get the wheel covers?
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Welcome to the Empire!!
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Cool thanks
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Does anyone sell a kit (cloth wires, greeblies ect.) to add further detail to blaster? ...I thought ive seen it before for sale, but cannot locate the thread.
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Welcome to the Empire!!!
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Who sells the canvas belt that has the reenforcement plastic through the entire length and not just on the sides? Ive heard someone here sells it. Thanks
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I want to check and see what methods others are using to keep their thigh armor from not falling too low? What have you found works best for you? Thanks
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Just curious...what type of frown screen border is this? anyone know what its made from? Looks awesome....
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Welcome to the Empire!
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16 hours ago, gmrhodes13 said:
You can download the files
Awesome, thanks!
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The original screen used helmets were painted white, but sometimes what is used as a movie prop does not carry over to something that is going to be trooped in a bunch. If you do not mind to keep touching up paint chips on the helmet every now and then go for it.
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