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The Granite Gaffer
United States
Приєднався 8 лис 2020
Tyler Trepod is a freelance owner/operator gaffer with a 1-Ton Grip & Electric truck based in Denver, Colorado. He serves the Boulder, Denver, Colorado Springs, & Fort Collins commercial and corporate film markets.
This channel focuses on three things:
- teaching you lighting techniques
- giving you on location tips
- reviewing set-worthy gear
This channel focuses on three things:
- teaching you lighting techniques
- giving you on location tips
- reviewing set-worthy gear
2024 showreel
I got to light some fun stuff in 2024 - here's to an even more exciting 2025!
ABOUT ME
Tyler Trepod is a freelance owner/operator gaffer with a 1-Ton Grip & Electric truck based in Denver, Colorado. He serves the Boulder, Denver, Colorado Springs, & Fort Collins commercial and corporate film markets.
To learn more: www.tylertrepod.com
RECOMMENDED VIDEOS
for beginners:
- your first video light should be a...: ua-cam.com/video/mcmeVyG8HRA/v-deo.html
- cinematic interview lighting: ua-cam.com/video/31GVrFq7ycc/v-deo.html
reviews:
- Aputure 600c Pro II: ua-cam.com/video/ycgsfIwjXfQ/v-deo.html
- Nanlite Pavoslim 240CL: ua-cam.com/video/D_KQImynCig/v-deo.html
- Aputure Infinibar PB12 4-Light kit: ua-cam.com/video/oAPI8yLzCuc/v-deo.html
LEARN MORE
view my portfolio: www.tylertrepod.com
what's in my G&E kit?: www.tylertrepod.com/package
see the lights I own: www.tylertrepod.com/lights
follow me on instagram: thegranitegaffer
DISCLAIMERS
- Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means that qualifying purchases will help financially support this channel at no extra cost to you. If you wanted to purchase something else but still support the channel, please use the following link:
amazon: amzn.to/3WdnsdM
- The content of this video and my opinions were not reviewed or paid for by any outside persons
#led #filmlighting #gaffer
ABOUT ME
Tyler Trepod is a freelance owner/operator gaffer with a 1-Ton Grip & Electric truck based in Denver, Colorado. He serves the Boulder, Denver, Colorado Springs, & Fort Collins commercial and corporate film markets.
To learn more: www.tylertrepod.com
RECOMMENDED VIDEOS
for beginners:
- your first video light should be a...: ua-cam.com/video/mcmeVyG8HRA/v-deo.html
- cinematic interview lighting: ua-cam.com/video/31GVrFq7ycc/v-deo.html
reviews:
- Aputure 600c Pro II: ua-cam.com/video/ycgsfIwjXfQ/v-deo.html
- Nanlite Pavoslim 240CL: ua-cam.com/video/D_KQImynCig/v-deo.html
- Aputure Infinibar PB12 4-Light kit: ua-cam.com/video/oAPI8yLzCuc/v-deo.html
LEARN MORE
view my portfolio: www.tylertrepod.com
what's in my G&E kit?: www.tylertrepod.com/package
see the lights I own: www.tylertrepod.com/lights
follow me on instagram: thegranitegaffer
DISCLAIMERS
- Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means that qualifying purchases will help financially support this channel at no extra cost to you. If you wanted to purchase something else but still support the channel, please use the following link:
amazon: amzn.to/3WdnsdM
- The content of this video and my opinions were not reviewed or paid for by any outside persons
#led #filmlighting #gaffer
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Aputure STORM 1000c (an in-depth review)
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This episode is very nerdy, in-depth review of the Aputure STORM 1000c. We'll talk about all my favorite features, the new BLAIR-GC chipset with the indigo emitter, and dive deep into the color science under the hood of this light. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 intro 00:58 overview 03:38 cie daylight vs blackbody 07:30 blair-gc 13:50 favorite features 17:50 areas to improve 20:17 data review conclusion DOWN...
commercial lighting breakdown: how to scale 3-point lighting setups
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Today's episode is an in-depth look at how I lit two 30-second commercials for Litehouse Ranch. We'll use the 6-step process from my cinematic interview lighting video as a guide for how to scale three-point lighting setups into full scenes for commercial or narrative shoots. RECOMMENDED VIDEOS previous commercial breakdown: - how I lit a tech ad: ua-cam.com/video/9HkgeSOSfKU/v-deo.html for beg...
Aputure Infinibar PB12 4-Light Kit review
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Today's episode is an in-depth review of the Aputure Infinibar PB12 4-light kit. I'll also give my opinion on both the PB12's and PB6's after one year of use! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 intro 00:57 overview 02:40 what I like 06:05 areas for improvement 07:46 data review 15:38 support 16:23 conclusion DOWNLOAD MY GRAPHS www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/8yds6wb51p7yj3e2vzx6i/AJZ1dANF5BYBI5yr5yoz4H0?rlkey=aqvslz5ns4z...
Nanlite Pavoslim 240CL review
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Today's episode is an in-depth review of the Nanlite Pavoslim 240CL, a new slim & lightweight 4x1 RGBWW panel. color science primer video incoming TIMESTAMPS 00:00 intro 00:30 overview 02:30 what I like 04:30 areas for improvement 06:00 data review 14:10 conclusion DOWNLOAD MY GRAPHS www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/8yds6wb51p7yj3e2vzx6i/AJZ1dANF5BYBI5yr5yoz4H0?rlkey=aqvslz5ns4z50rsaa4a8bph1p&st=yx19cjcw...
Aputure 600c Pro II (an in-depth review)
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Today's episode is an in-depth review of the Aputure 600c Pro II. We'll take a look at the three claimed upgrades, as well as the light quality from this new release. graph analysis video incoming TIMESTAMPS 00:00 intro 00:30 overview 02:00 new features 03:43 data review 18:44 closing thoughts 20:30 worth the price? DOWNLOAD MY GRAPHS www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/8yds6wb51p7yj3e2vzx6i/AJZ1dANF5BYBI5y...
Nanlite Pavoslim 120C - the most color accurate light yet?!
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Today's episode is an in-depth look at the Nanlite Pavoslim 120C and how it compares to the well-loved amaran F22c. graph analysis video incoming TIMESTAMPS 00:00 intro 00:23 overview 00:50 build quality 02:36 ergonomics 03:27 mounting 04:20 user interface 05:00 connectivity 05:35 cct & color metrics 14:42 effects 15:20 accessories/modifiers 16:07 miscellany 16:33 closing thoughts DOWNLOAD MY G...
5 ways to use a spotlight on a film set (& aputure spotlight max review!)
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Today's episode is an in-depth look at how to use a spotlight, or ellipsoidal reflector, on a film set. I'll also be covering the pros and cons of the Aputure Spotlight Max modifier. Let's hop into it! RECOMMENDED VIDEOS for beginners: - your first video light should be a...: ua-cam.com/video/mcmeVyG8HRA/v-deo.html - cinematic interview lighting: ua-cam.com/video/31GVrFq7ycc/v-deo.html reviews:...
commercial lighting breakdown: how I lit a tech ad
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Today's episode is an in-depth look at how I lit a 60-second commercial for an IT company. 6 commercial lighting setups in one office interior within 10 hours. GO! A big thank you to AJ Campli, the director, and Boulder Media House for bringing me out on this one. RECOMMENDED VIDEOS the next commercial lighting breakdown: - Litehouse Ranch: ua-cam.com/video/9LYe2bMYkVU/v-deo.html for beginners:...
how to: light a cinematic on-location interview
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Today's episode is an in-depth guide to crafting a cinematic on-location interview using a standard 3-point lighting setup as the foundation. We'll cover subject placement, key light placement, the inverse square law, filling in the shadow with bounces, hard vs soft lighting, placing a hair and kicker light, and more! RECOMMENDED VIDEOS for beginners: - your first video light should be a...: ua...
$0 vs $20,000 lighting setup
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In today's episode, I compare lighting setups at 6 different price levels! From a $0 sunlit setup to a $1,000 three-point lighting setup for beginners, to a $20,000 commercial gaffing setup, which one is your favorite?! GEAR MENTIONED - Sirui T30: amzn.to/48uoXtZ - amaran 200d: amzn.to/3trZ4wd - aputure lightdome III: amzn.to/3GTu3o3 - aputure MT pro: amzn.to/3RyNp6U - aputure 1200d: amzn.to/3T...
5 lessons from my first year freelancing
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5 lessons from my first year freelancing
5 ways to use the Aputure MC Pro 8-light kit
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5 ways to use the Aputure MC Pro 8-light kit
5 grip & electric essentials - BE READY FOR 2024
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5 grip & electric essentials - BE READY FOR 2024
must-have lighting gear from NAB 2023!!
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must-have lighting gear from NAB 2023!!
aputure infinibar review - worth the wait?
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aputure infinibar review - worth the wait?
film realistic scenes at any budget level
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film realistic scenes at any budget level
your first video light should be a...
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your first video light should be a...
use color theory to make your videos look like movies
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use color theory to make your videos look like movies
Is the Aputure 300d II worth it in 2023?
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Is the Aputure 300d II worth it in 2023?
well I have spent 6 hours researching lights - this 7 minutes have been the most helpful so far. Thank you for explaining it so well!
Glad to be able to help! 🙏🙏🙏
Hi, I have maybe strange question - how do you make this charts? :)
Just a lot of formatting in excel!
@@thegranitegafferOMG rly? Lot of work. Thanks 🙂
Spanish english vary good
Incredible breakdown of everything light!
Thank you!! 🙏🙏
Thanks. An amazing light reviewed in exquisite detail, so I liked and subbed. I'm fairly new to this (coming to videography from stills and prior use of studio flash) so some of it I didn't quite follow, bar the general conclusion that Apurture's new chipset tech, utilising multiple colour (BLAIR) leds, is nothing short of a big step forward. I probably don't really need a light this good, but since I already spent a lot on multiple high quality cameras, lenses, sound kit, grip etc etc it seems that it's probably the way to go - and in that context, whilst by no means 'cheap', it does look like a solid investment that tilts towards the future of high-spec lighting for those lucky enough to be able to afford it.
Thank you so much! It does feel like the gains between product launches will be a little less exponential from here on out..
What a great portfolio! Amazed at the breadth of work. 👏
Thank you! 🙏
Perfect presentation of concepts. I learned a ton!
So happy to hear that! Thank you! 🙏
I love the deep dive that you did here. Aputure recently sent me the STORM 80c and it has blown me away. I never knew that colors could be this saturated in an LED light. It makes me wonder if I’m going to need to upgrade all my lights. Thank you for doing all this testing. It helps me better understand this new tech. I really appreciate all your work. Keep it up.
Thank you so much!!! 🙏🙏🙏
Naku artham kaledu
What is sourcings of the light?
I thought 200D isn't compatible with light dome III
First video I have seen from this channel. Holy sheeyat, immediate sub. Absolutely superb.
Thank you so much!! 🙏🙏🙏
Did you ever compare an amaran 300c with a softbox (or diffused somehow) VS nova 300c with its softbox? Wondering if the output is similar giving equal wattage.
Thanks. 👍
Thank you for this level of depth!
Happy to provide it!!
Any chance for this tech in a smaller 500c version for us folks who like the compact form factor of the 600D and 600X?
Loved the gentle rain sound. Cracked me up when the camera opened up.
I've watched so many videos regarding lights for a beginner UA-camr, and this by far was the most helpful. Thank you!
Glad it was useful!
Great video, as always! Do you recommend the 1200X aputure as a good first light? Im Starting to get into film making. Or is color really needed when deciding which light to get first. like the 1000c
How is the locking mechanism on the yoke? On the 1200D, we had to attach a magicarm every time we wanted to use the fresnel (so basically 99% of the time) and raise it up on a stand. Otherwise, the lamp would just aim straight down at the slightest adjustment. Kinda wished they went with the Spotlight Max / P600c route with 2 locking levers
I'll just add that I'm so happy the color rendition of LEDs have come this far. Much like the race for more megapixels in the early 2000-2010s, there will always be a race for the next big thing but we've reached a point where prosumer lights are good enough for any productions. At least when it comes to quality of light.
I'm finding the lock to be pretty beefy feeling, but I've only put the 45° reflector on it. Hopefully the CF12 fresnel also weighs less than the F10 to further reduce that issue.
Very cool that you did not hesitate to jump into the physics of light emission. An exceptionally thorough light fixture review. Thanks!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed all the science!!
Super useful information. You made the new color science sound so good, that now I hesitate to buy their Infinibar lights with the older tech. The 20% off Black Friday sale has me tempted.
The new tech is super cool but I do also love my infinibars. They're so useful! I'm hoping to squeeze some more life out of them before the inevitable BLAIR-CG version comes out sometime in the future.
How does this compare to the new Arri Skypanel?
I don't have one, nor have I looked at it yet. Hopefully someone else can chime in!
Haven’t used the Skypanel either, but on paper this is a good deal brighter “spotted in”. 70,000 Lux in a 15 degree beam vs 53,333 in a 10 degree beam for the Skypanel. The Skypanel floods out much more evenly and wider id imagine. So if you’re lighting cyc walls or filling up large diffusion frames with even light the Skypanel would be superior. Totally different tools in a lot of ways.
Fantastic stuff. Really appreciate how you take the time to explain the technical considerations necessary for understanding what makes this light "special". You're not just educating about the product, but also educating people like me who want to take lighting more seriously.
Ahhhhh, I'm so happy to hear that! Glad you're enjoying the deeper look into why this tech is so cool! Thank you!
+1, great light review and I also learned a few things. You really know your stuff, thanks for sharing!
For power, can this be used with both a generator and standard house outlet like the 1200 and 600 series? Sorry if this was answered already in the video, I had to cut out early because of class, lol. Great video by the way!
Yes! I didn't mention it but this can be run off any generator that's suitable for filmmaking, provided the genny has enough amperage!
@@thegranitegaffer oh cool! And US household outlets? Can it be used there as well? Thank you so much for the reply!
Wow I loved this. Incredible, just followed. Appreciate you sharing all of the physics behind it.
Thanks for following and glad you found all the physics detail helpful!
Great video, I learnt a lot kee up the great work.
Thank you! Glad to hear you took some new things away from it!
Just under an hour for a light review??? Are you nuts? Next time a want to see a whole season with 15 parts minimum 😂
My goal is to have a lord of the rings trilogy length series someday and give the people what they really want lol
whats the industry like in colorado?
It's pretty small compared to other film-centric markers.
I must admit when I saw the thumbnail I was like “this light was released today there’s no way this is an ‘in depth review’ so soon” and WOW was I wrong. This is fantastic work dude. Thank you so much for making this and putting in all the time. This light being brighter than the 1200D is crazy work from Aputure. Buying Prolycht was truly one of the most strategic and fruitful acquisitions of another company I have seen. I hope they keep it up. Would love to see a video where you go over your van package!
Thank YOU for leaving such a nice comment! Glad that you found all the information helpful!! I'll put together a van build video soon!
As someone learning about this kind of stuff, I really appreciate the work you’ve put into this video, very informative….. thank you!
Happy to help! Glad you found it informative!!
That light is a goddamn dream.
Yeah man, it's crazy to think how far led tech has come in the last few years!
@@thegranitegaffer ...at the speed of LIGHT!
18:33 - such a genius request!
I'm really hoping that they do that one!
Funny, I’d completely forgotten we did that at Prolycht on the Orions.
You’re gunning for Gaffer & Gear’s lighting numbers crown, aren’t you! Thank you very, very much for this! More education than review and I mean that in the best way possible! Cheers from a DP Down Under
I would never, Andrew is a great guy and reviewer! He definitely deserves that title. Just trying to add my own spin on things! Glad you enjoyed all the detail!
@ all good mate! I’ve subscribed and look forward to more of your excellent content!
When a product review ends up actually being an advanced diploma in Physics. Loved it!
Glad to hear you found all the detail useful!! Thank you!!
Ok, checked the price ... impressive $3990. Looks like GMV might scrap their 1200C light (as they've done with their 1200B after aputure released 1200X :D).
Going to check the price :D
I do not need to watch any other review of this light. It's perfect (maybe apart of too loud background music :D). It's the best light review ever. I do not understand how you have only 3k subs :(
Thank you!!
I like how you can now call this " a 1k" now. lol Like... Get me the Aputure 1k, and set it to tungsten
Lol I didn't even think of that but I'm definitely going to do that!
Every time I watch one of your videos it literally makes me a better gaffer Nobody else does light reviews like this This is what us working pros need
Thank you!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
This is a great and thorough review Tyler. Definitely picking up one of these down the road.
Agreed. Far down the road lol. 1200x coming soon
Thank you for watching!!
this is amazing thank you for the amount of work!
Glad you found what you were looking for!! Thank you!
This is fantastic! So well done, I really appreciate the work, and graphs. Great job!
Thank you! Happy to put the together!
Can't wait to queue this up for movie night!
A feature-length review on an LED chipset, who would've thought 😂
How long did it take you to do all your testing? Very impressive!
agreed
you're videos are great. Always know you're the first to get something out new Aputure
It was two days of testing and another formatting all the data! I had about a week with the light before launch.
great info! Love your videos. Keep up the great work!
Thank you! Glad you are finding them useful!
You mate should have 1m subs, keep it up!
We can only dream! Thank you!!
Love the review! YOu have any idea to make more potable? I men, someway put the 1/4 screw treand at the side, like dismountig the rail with spigot an attatch there. Or anyway tho charge with usbc or Vmount. The dc charge it's a big downside
This deserves way way way more views and likes! Great video and the most helpful lighting tutorials I’ve found!
Thank you!! Happy to hear you found it helpful 🙏🙏🙏 hopefully more to come!
Great! What you advise for solo filmmaker? MT pro or infinibar pt3?