Equipment for hire

Equipment for period: from 1990's to 2000's.

The Ikegami HK 323 was a high quality three-tube colour camera used during the 1980s & 1990s in studios and on outside broadcasts. GA-TV has several in full working order. Blue or cream livery.

The ARRIFLEX BL is a double or single sound system 16mm movie camera using a mirror reflex viewfinder and a zoom lens. This camera was used throughout the world for tv news, drama and documentaries. GA-TV has a complete correct-period film rig including 'gun' microphone, headset, sound amp, tripod, body harness and battery. Click to see another image, this shows the camera on location for a recent '1970s' feature film 'news scene'. The camera pictured has it's magazine fitted with a 'barney'.

The LINK 125 was a 25mm three-tube colour camera with an integral zoom lens package. This sleek-looking camera was used mainly in the UK by BBC and in few studios at ITV. Independent company Limehouse Television bought these cameras because of an in-house cameraman's choice. GA-TV has some examples in non-operating condition.

The EMI 2001 was a late-1960s four-tube colour tv camera used by most British tv broadcasters-and in particular-for over twenty years by BBC Television. This camera was used in studios and on outside broadcasts. Integral zoom lens. Liked by cameramen.

The Ikegami 79E was a mid-1980s upgrade of the Handy Looky 79 range. Good quality 3-tube colour camera. GA-TV has several in full working condition

The ECLAIR 'Crab' originated in French film studios, pre-war. Purely mechanical with steerable linked tri-wheels, this pedestal could be elevated in two stages to a height of 6ft. Used from the early 1950s in tv studios and particularly on obs. Still used.

Still in use somewhere, the innovative Vinten Mk 3 Pan & Tilt head used risers and cams only (no fluids) to maintain the centre of gravity. This made the tilting of heavy cameras relatively easy. Indeed, if correctly mounted, a camera could be left at any tilt angle without lock off. Our picture shows designer Bill Vinten inspecting an example of his invention.

The one that never was - never produced in quantity. Appeared 1986.

Studio/OB colour TV camera developed from the MK VIII. Popular in the UK during the 1980's, particularly with ITV. (LWT, Anglia etc)

Fully developed 3 tube colour TV camera offering microprocessor control and alignment. Popular around the world and often finding many 'second user' assignments in many places.

GA-TV can accurately recreate camera badging and studio ident logos. Important items for which we have an extensive reference library. The example shows 'Associated-Rediffusion' from circa 1958.

Dynamic (moving coil) cardioid microphone. 60-16,000Hz. Typical shape of the period.

Studio/OB CCD television camera. An excellent workhorse and still in use worldwide. We have two examples of these cameras in full working order complete with triax base stations as required.

Two VT clocks pictured, both either studio floor, or ob use. The 'blackboard' wooden vt clock has a fully practical countdown arm. This vt clock was constructed around 1960 by Anglia Television (Norwich) and could be glimpsed at the start of several Anglia 405-line quad tapes. The green plastic item is from Autocue and was used by BBCTV news (Manchester)

The Link 130 was a mid- 1980s camera that never made it beyond a dozen or so 'trial' deliveries to broadcasters (some to BBCTV and Swedish TV amongst others). The Link 130 had many 'auto' features and used three 2/3rds lead oxide colour tubes, but the camera was plagued with software problems including 'lock outs' and niggling faults such as the cue light effecting the picture. Also, by the end of the 1980s, all the major broadcasters were considering switching to CCD studio cameras. The camera pictured is an ex-museum display with a non-standard repro lens unit (with space to house a small ccd camera)and a fixed viewfinder unit with an implant tube. Because the camera is only a shell and thus lightweight, it is ideal for theatre productions etc. The camera here is sitting on a Vinten 459 lightweight pedestal with an additional 'steer' wheel.

Superior broadcast colour tv camera, the Ikegami 355 portable is an early 1990s 3-CCD model capable over 650 lines of horizontal definition. GA-TV has three examples (4:3 aspect ratio only), all in working order. This camera is still used worldwide.

The Vinten PLOVER 3179 ob/studio pedestal is a compact and relatively lightweight nitrogen-balanced item using a Fulmer type central three-stage column and three sets of linked wheels which can be either pneumatic or solid. The centre column can be easily separated from the wheeled base for transportation. The Plover pedestal can take a camera/pan head combination of up to 105 kgs.The front sets of wheels fold for storage.

A small monitor speaker (40x23cms). with built-in amp and volume control. This B & W speaker was used by the BBC at their Southampton studios

The 'Fluid 4 Variable Camera Head' consists of two sealed fluid units which, by the use of 'on-off' levers can be varied from a cushioned free head to the heaviest control required. Tilt range 60 degs. Used by film and ENG crews

This familar and widely used steel-clad radio and tv interview hand mic was referred to as 'The Buchanan Hammer' presumably for its rugged durability. A dynamic mic with an omni-polar pattern and good flat speech reproduction without the need of a wind baffle, our example is in full working condition, if a little 'fish shopped'(chipped & battered).

This portable 1980s vt machine is complete with travel case and repro badging. A battery-powered 'U-Matic' videocassette recorder from Sony to compliment our range of portable ENG colour cameras of the period.

A genuine antique, late 1960s 'ON AIR' tv studio sign from ITN's 'Studio One' at their erstwhile HQ in Wells Street, London. A hand-made item, now restored, the sign was fixed originally by the entrance to the studio (as a dire warning). Original white lettering on a red base replaced by white on black.

Clockwork 16mm zoom camera popular with budget film producers yet capable of high quality results. Fully practical and complete with all accesories including carrying case.

A lightweight 1kw 7" fresnel tv studio light, usually suspended. These lights can be adjusted in situ for angle and 'spotting' by pole positioning using the adjuster lugs on the mounting bracket. Very handy to do so from the studio floor where there maybe a 35ft drop.

The famous 'BETACAM' design was the popular Sony ENG 'stand alone' camera kit, whereby the camera, power supply and vt recorder (BVV 1PS) were combined in one unit. Launched in 1984, this camera employed a single Trinicon tube(Saticon) which delivered upwards of 400 lines of horizontal definition. The camera/recorder had no playback capability and so tapes needed a separate player. With an adaptor, the BVV 1PS recorder could also be used to record from other cameras. Our Betacam was used by a regional broadcaster on local news.

General purpose 5' diameter dish. Can be used as microwave link or satellite Rx/Tx. Alternative centre feed arrangements available. As used recently in 'Hippie Hippie Shake'. Change of colour can be arranged - green or white being typical.

Introduced in 1984, the Sony BVP 3A 'BETACAM' was a lightweight portable colour camera designed to attach to the BVV 1A recorder creating a self-contained 'ENG' (Electronic News Gathering) unit. The BVP 3A camera used three 'Saticon' or 'Plumbicon' 18mm pickup tubes delivering '650 lines'. The camera also had an unique system of tube auto-centering without a test chart.

Small portable location (or ENG) lighting, the Ianbeam 800 is generally called a 'redhead'. 800 watts of spot or flood light without the use of a fresnel glass. Portable lightweight stands.

A reproduction microphone in the classic style of the Shure 55S. The Eagle G148 is a 'super cardioid' dynamic microphone with a frequency response of 50/1500 Hz. 3-pin XLR lead. Brand new and in fully working condition.

Two illuminated tv studio signs from STV's Cowcaddens Glasgow Studios. 'Studio On Air' and 'Rehearsal' can be flashed independently. Wall fixed if required via holes at the rear. Each plastic box is approx 38 x 16cms

On set image of a EMI 2001 'The Damned United'

Early 1980s 14 inch set

This 1992 vintage SONY BVW 300AP 3-ccd camcorder (Beta SP type) was a firm favourite with news gatherers and production companies. Our 4:3 aspect ratio example is in working condition.

Reproduction Clapper Board.

A genuine CLAPPER/SLATE. Used in the British film & tv industry to 'mark' sound films on set. Generic design. Small size

Iconic Sony colour TV using the famous 'Trinitron' tube. In excellent working order. Also available: the famous Sony 'dish' set-top aerial.

Sony TRINITRON portable video monitor. Can be battery powered. 8"inch screen. Working condition. Nice bright picture

Useful-sized picture monitor from JVC. Nice sharp picture. 14" inch screen. Sound input/output.

The Mk 7 Vinten pan & tilt head was the culmination of the 'gravity' balanced system using cams and risers to achieve a tilt 'without effort'. The Mk 7 pan head is still in use worldwide. Say no more.

Useful monitor trolley from the BBC's Lime Grove Studios. Used throughout the 1950s and beyond

Genuine ex-BBC programme production Stop Watch. Familar sight in the hands of PAs in tv galleries or at rehearsals. This Nero Lemania is in full working condition.

Swedish made, upmarket 26" colour TV. Plastic dark wood cabinet. Comes complete with the original stand and remote control. Good and reliable example of later PIL (Precision in Line) CRT technology in almost 'as new' condition.

The Moviola UC 210 S is a 35mm film editor with a reproducer for magnetic or optical sound. This model, the type was devised first in 1954, has no dedicated spindles and is used for editing short lengths.

Top of the range SD DV camera with Canon VRSE SX12 zoom lens. 4:3/16:9 image, these cameras were the mainstay of BBC Broadcast throughout the 2000s. High quality standard definition images of 700 lines plus. 3hrs recording on a DVCAM cassette. Larger image shows studio rig.

D109A, a slender and very small silver AKG dynamic microphone. BBC usage.

Nicely balanced and compact pan and tilt head from Vintens. Good for ENG work, which is for what it was designed.

Portable Betacam video recorder/player from the mid-1980s. Designed for ENG or 'field' recording and playback using the standard Betacam tape format. Interfaces with Sony cameras. Carry case. Lights come on.

The famous French Eclair 16mm camera, the NPR (Noiseless Portable Reflex) appeared in 1963 and was used extensively by documentary film makers. The camera holds 400ft of film (the feed and take up spools parallel in the magazine).In 1969 the NPR was chosen by director Michael Wadleigh to shoot his documentary 'Woodstock' using a total 16 cameras. We have two NPRs each with Perfectone sync motors, prime lenses and an additional 12-120mm f2.2 10 x 12 B Angenieux zoom lens.

High quality 20 inch black and white unit. Fully operational and excellent picture. Very common in UK galleries and on the studio floor.

General purpose medium resolution 14 inch colour monitor. Found in galleries and OB trucks in most UK broadcasters. Three fully operational units available.

Distinctive yellow/cream coloured cased or rack mounted colour monitor designed for general purpose broadcast use but usually found in VTR monitor bridges. GATV has 2 fully operational examples.

The Vinten MIDIPED is a low cost ENG/Studio pedestal. It has an air pumped central column with independent locking wheels. Maximum jib height is 56" inches and the loading weight is 50kg. The entire rig detatches and folds for portablity

Truly portable quality - C Format on the move. Reliable field production VTR. Fully operational.

Custom CCD implant camera into Ikegami HL79E using an original lens. The camera is powered via a custom Triax base station and the video is sent via an RF carrier.

For many years, the DT 109 has been the standard headphone/microphone combination for remote broadcasting, studio, film, TV and language laboratory application. The headphone transducers offer tailored frequency response to improve speech intelligibility coupled with excellent isolation from ambient noise. The adjustable, noise-cancelling microphone provides clear and audible speech transmission for either live commentary or talkback applications.

High quality Ikegami HK 355PW true widescreen 16:9/4:3 switchable CCD colour video camera from the early to mid-1990s. Standard definition at approx. 700 lines of horizontal definition. These cameras can run stand alone or Triax connected. Our example was used by Thames/Teddington Studios.

High quality Ikegami HK 355W true widescreen 16:9/4:3 switchable CCD colour video camera from the mid-1990s. Standard definition at approx. 700 lines of horizontal definition. Dedicated full-colour viewfinder. These cameras can run stand alone or Triax connected.

Smallest of the VINTEN VISION range of balanced pan and tilt heads, our well-used example comes with a single stage tripod. All lightweight but sturdy. Popular choice for ENG work

Vivid looking moderate-sized tv camera from Sony, a Trinicon single colour tube camera aimed at the semi-professional or industrial/education market. Not in working condition, prop use only.

Another Sony portable video ENG type camera, a Digital Betacam 'Digital 1000' using 40 minute tapes and digital image processing with a Power HAD sensor. Our example dates from 1999 and is in working condition. 4:3 aspect ratio only.

Nice, sturdy Italian-made tripod and pan head. In some ways superior to an equivalent Vinten product. Large and easy to fit slide-on camera plate. Self locking legs, height adjustment and removable rubber feet. Tilt stay. Very smooth action all round.

Another Sony 'Betacam' variant. The SX digital system. This camera is SD 16:9/4:3 switchable. Used previously by BBC Television News. Not in working condition.

The PANAVISION Panaflex range of reflex 35mm movie cameras was introduced in 1972. Our example is a GII from 1987 which has video assist built in. The camera comes complete with a Super Pana zoom Cooke 25-250mm 10-1 lens, ray shield and dedicated cradle pan and tilt head. The camera rig can be either tripod or crane mounted. We have exclusively, one each of this camera type in our stores, North and South. Hire possible but under strict terms. Please note this camera is not in workable condition and as such cannot be used to actually film with.

Basic 'Prosumer' Sony three-tube (Saticon) colour camera from the mid 1980s. Auto line up and a few functions including auto white and auto black. On screen menu settings available. Zoom 8-128mm Tamron f/1.6-22. Optional top mounted viewfinder Working condition.

Chunky and heavy JVC Video C format (ie chopped down VHS)camcorder from the 1980s. Nice red colour. Another version available. All non working.

Lightweight AKG headset.

Very compact portable amateur video filming kit using the 'Video C' VHS system and a very basic Saticon tube camera. Late 1980s design.

Upmarket amateur lightweight SUPER VHS video camcorder, shoulder-mounted. Used also as a low cost ENG camera by local tv stations. Educational or corporate usage. The camera records on a full-sized VHS tape.

Handy portable pedestal that is air balanced. Can be charged by pumping the column. Takes camera weights up to 120lbs.

Ampex CVR 200P integrated ENG 'Betacam SP'. A lightweight 3-CCD video camera capable of 550 lines of resolution. This model is the same as the Sony BVW 200. 1990/2000s vintage. Larger image shows camera Portabrace 'dressed' for ENG work

Nice 14 inch colour tv portable. Fully working. Very red and trendy

The IKEGAMI 79D three-tube 18mm colour camera was used worldwide throughout the 1980s, especially for 'ENG' news gathering, Lightweight and rugged, we have several still in operating condition

The SWAN POST HEAD was designed in the late 1970s by Bill Vinten and Ted Galione. The object was to pivot a cameras' centre of gravity at the side, enabling a wide tilt range. This principle was not a particular hit with cameramen who preferred the usual top-mounted pan and tilt head. Our Post Head examples were used by Thames Television.

Good quality studio portable version of the HK 323, the 323 Portable is capable of full auto line up with a dedicated zoom and in-built diascope. The camera uses three 18mm Diode Gun Plumbicon colour tubes. Triax back adapter. Optional side mounted 5" viewfinder with dedicated bracket (illustrated). Full zoom and focus control available with selected Canon lens. This camera is in operational condition.

Sophisticated 'pro-sumer' CCD video camera, the Canon EX2 Hi 8mm video camcorder boasted a range of 'extras' such as mic level control, manual/auto focus, stereo sound, picture fade in/out, exposure control, edit facilities, an interchangeable zoom lens system,'S' video output and a compact '8mm' tape system. Mid 1990s design, the overall picture quality was nothing exceptional. Working condition

Superior DV camera from Ikegami. Standard resolution wide screen images of excellent quality.

A fully automatic studio/field colour camera using 25mm Diode Gun Plumbicon tubes. Advertised as lightweight, this camera plus lens is anything but. Nice silver bodywork. Typical Ikegami design

Slim dynamic mic with wind shield. Desk or floor mounted

Slender gooseneck Sony 'Back Electret' cardioid microphone suitable for studio interview scenes or public address. Floor standing. 1980s/90s

Small battery powered microphone amp. Location use. XLR inputs. Devised in the 1980s for use with a Nagra recorder etc.

Introduced in the early 1980s, the SONY BVP330 was a lightweight ENG/EFP three-tube colour video camera, battery powered and with a microphone input. This camera was popular with news gatherers such as ITN.

Berkey brand 800W small ENG-use lamps. Floor standing

Lightweight portable radio/tv studio/location microphone boom with counterweight balance. Approx 7ft height and reach. Wheels additional if required. Ideal for theatre or restricted space use.

This is a SANYO M36 cassette tape portable recorder. Suitable for news reporters or home taping. Working condition. Carry case optional

An AKG D501 hand mic from the mid 1960s. Interview/PA

Upmarket stylish colour tv set from Band & Olufsen. Good working condition. Dedicated stand.

Gyro-dampened pan and tilt head for Arriflex cameras with vertical motors. Addition plate also mounts standard bases. Superb engineering

Very small lapel mic. Interviews etc.

Medium sized 1kw spot light with a 20cm fresnel

A pair of Electret type microphones.

ARRIFLEX ARRILITE 'BLONDE' 2K tv/film studio light

Handy cassette recorder with dedicated carry case. Journo use at press conferences etc.

Modern light pedestal from LIBEC. Single column air balanced

Libec H100 (H-100) Fluid Head with PH-7 Pan Handle. The H100 is Libec's first full-scale EFP head. It can hold up to 25kg/55lb and is equipped with a unique continuous counterbalance system that secures the optimum balance for the weight and tilt angle of the camera. Its unique drag system supports a wide range of professional needs such as capturing slow movement from a high speed subject, and shooting in -30C°/ -22F° degree environment. It also has an LED so that horizontal lines may be seen in the dark. The one-touch sliding plate slides 50mm/2" forward and back. This easy-to-attach device together with the counterbalance system provides a very smooth camera balance adjustment. Together with a heavy duty tripod or pedestal, it also supports a wide range of shooting needs in the EFP field.

Sony portable BVU Umatic recorder. Non working

A Sony 3-CCD standard definition and 4:3 aspect ratio video camera with a Betacam SP recorder attached. This combination is in working condition (at the moment). These portable cameras were popular for ENG work and used worldwide.

A CP16A 16mm newsfilm camera with a wide angle 9.5/ 95mm Angenieux f2.2/22 lens. Badged 'UPITN' this camera covered events around the world including the 1980 Winter Olympic Games. The camera features a Crystasound built in audio mixer.

Rycote windshield unit with handgrip or pole (boom). Attendant headset and portable amplifier for ENG/ news gathering scenes

Slim-line Electret Condenser Microphones. EM83. Working condition