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Creaking noise in G50 arm near gimbal joint during boom movement
19 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- A creaking sound originating from the spring and arm section closest to the gimbal that occurs when booming downward and slightly when booming up can be resolved by applying lubricant to the spring mounting assembly.
- Teflon spray lubricant applied where the springs meet their holders at each end eliminated the creaking problem.
- The creaking noise is incremental rather than continuous and resonates similarly to an old screen door, potentially becoming problematic for audio recording.
- Very low humidity environments like desert climates may contribute to creaking in the arm assembly.
Depends on
- The solution requires identifying the correct spring mounting locations, which the manufacturer illustrated in a technical diagram.
- One user reported the issue occurring within three months of purchase despite no exposure to moisture or dust.
- The dead link to the original diagram means users must contact the manufacturer or experienced operators to locate the lubrication points.