Rosco’s Model 1700 Fog Machine 
Standard features include volume control and on/off sequential timers DMX interface for operation from a lighting control board and can be “Daisy Chained” with up to four units and operated from a single remote. This model will hold either 2.5 or 4 liter container of any variety of water based Rosco fog fluid. Maximum fluid consumption is 3 liters per hour. It draws 12 amps and weighs 22.5 lbs. Rent this unit for $50/day or $150/wk.
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SYNC on Set: Harper Smith for Entertainment Weekly
Earlier this summer, Quinn and I had the pleasure of working with Harper Smith who was shooting Kelly Clarkson for Sony Music and Entertainment Weekly. It was a challenging shoot, using a good amount of lighting equipment, in an outdoor location. The shot list was very aggressive, for a one-day location shoot, and if I remember correctly, I think the art director even scrubbed one or two of the shots because of our schedule and some of the logistical limitations imposed by the location. We had multiple set-ups with numerous looks and wardrobe changes, so we were all moving around pretty fast, with much urgency.
We arrived at the shoot in SYNC’s Standard Sprinter Package, a number of Profoto 7B battery packs, and light heads. Our modifiers included two large Elinchrome Octabanks, beauty dishes, silks, v-flats, and reflectors like Scrim-Jims. Since we had such an aggressive production schedule, we needed to set up our first two shots out of the gate, 
and then attempt to stay one set-up ahead of the photographer. Michael Crook was on-site, producing and 1st assistant to Harper, while Quinn and I handled the lighting and attempted to stay ahead of the game by one of us breaking off from the current set and starting to rough-in the lighting for the next set-up. We kept it basic, using natural light for our fill, when we could, and exposing our key lights evenly with subtle variances for shape and texture.
All-in-all, things went very well and we were as prepared as we could be for anything that the client, or Harper, threw at us. Because SYNC works closely with the photographer, producer, and assistants, we had all the practical grip available on the Sprinter, and the lighting was the right solution for the task at hand.
~Tim Olsen, SYNC Crew
New Power Distro for Rent at SYNC
Check out our new 60 amp Edison “Snack Box” with 3 – 20 amp duplexes.
The “Snack Box” has 3 – 20 amp breakers as well as fuses and rents for ($20/day or $60/week).
It enables you to plug directly into our custom 54 amp Honda Crystal-Sync 7000 generator with up to 300 ft. of Bates 60 amp distro cable, bringing the full 54 amp capacity of the generator directly to your set, with minimal power loss. It sets up in a few minutes, gives you more power to work with and keep your location shoot quiet and organized.
60 amp Bates port on SYNC’s modified Honda 7000 generator.
25 & 50 ft. 60 Amp Bates extension cable. Studio pin extensions are made with single conductor entertainment cable and banded every two feet with heavy duty sealant.
25 ft. 60 Amp Bates extension cable ($10/day or $30/wk).
50 ft. 60 Amp Bates extension cable ($12.00/day or $36.00/wk).
Cases for Computers and Photo Gear
Here are just a few of the awesome cases available for rent from SYNC to protect your rental and personal photo gear, computers, and electronics.
Pelican 1510 Rolling Case ($15/day or $45/week). Fit’s our APC BN 1250LCD Battery Back-Up and power conditioner ($35/day or $140/week).
Tenba Transport Shipping Cases – For the 27″ iMac – Fitted with an over sized handle and wheels on one side. ($50/day or $150/week) For the 23″ Apple Cinema HD Display – Fitted with an over sized handle. ($35/day or $105/week)
From the Newsstand: Margaret Malandruccolo for Toyota
SYNC was more than happy to jump a few hurdles with Margaret Malandruccolo, who got some awesome shots for the IAAF games. Here’s what Margaret had to say about the shoot:
I had the incredible experience photographing professional athletes for Toyota’s new ads sponsoring the IAAF games. I was completely in awe of the athletes’ physical abilities – hurdling or high jumping over 300 times to get the shot! Special thanks to Sync for their beyond-the-call-of-duty assistance in my rushed pre-production. I know with Sync that I’m always covered for my equipment needs, and anything else – if I need something unexpected or unplanned, they will make it happen and have it there when I need it, no matter where my location is.
Thanks TJ and Kaleena!
From the Newsstand: Jim Wright for Ladies Home Journal
From the Newsstand: Matthias Clamer for The Game Show Network
SYNC on Set with Melissa Mahoney for New Steven Tyler Inspired Clothing Line
Recently Melissa Mahoney photographed Steven Tyler of Aerosmith for a new Andrew Charles clothing line, inspired by rockers. Sync was excited to participate with our gear rental, and both Scott Byrne and Spencer Amon were there to provide lighting and assisting services.
You can read some of the first press releases over at aeroforceone.com as well as seeing some of the cool images from the shoot!
New Gear at SYNC
i-Visor Pro LS 17″ Laptop Case / Visor – ($15/day or $45/week). Unique Patented case with tri-fold visor for a “darkroom”, effect. Allows for the best possible viewing of computer images in any bright environment. Inner support columns raise your laptop for more efficient cooling. Complete with mounting platform that easily mounts to any tripod or our optional Manfrotto 222 Joystick Tripod Head ($10/day or $30/week). Then, complete the combo with a Carbon Fiber Gitzo Tripod ($30/day or $90/week).
New Gear at SYNC
27″ iMac – 2.8 GHz Quad-Core Intel i7, 8GB RAM, 1 TB 7200-rpm Serial ATA hard drive, Radeon HD 4850 video card, Apple Wireless Keyboard & Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, 2 Mice. Software: Adobe Creative Suite 4 & 5, Adobe Lightroom 2 & 3, Capture One Pro 3.7, 4.8 & 6.01- ($250/day or $1000/week).