| Setup | Screen | Reading distance | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact rigLightweight hood, fits DSLR and mirrorless | 12″ | up to 8 ft | Talking head Interviews |
| Studio rigBroadcast hood for cinema and ENG cameras | 17″ | up to 15 ft | Corporate Commercial |
| Long-throw rigBright high-contrast panel | 19–24″ | up to 25 ft | Wide shots Walk-and-talk |
| Speech glass pairPresidential-style stands, left and right | 17″ × 2 | stage distance | Keynotes Galas |
| Confidence monitorsFloor wedges or on-camera monitors | 24–55″ | stage distance | Live events Hosts |
Choosing a setup
Three questions we'll ask you
How wide is the shot?
A wide shot puts the camera farther from the talent, which needs a bigger screen to stay readable.
How many cameras?
Each camera the talent looks into needs its own glass. We link them so the operator runs one script.
Is there an audience?
On stage, speech glass or floor monitors keep the text out of the audience's view.
In every kit
What comes with the rig
- Beam-splitter glass, hood and monitor
- Mounting plate, rods and camera adapters
- Prompting laptop with a backup copy of your script
- Hand or foot speed controller for self-paced reads
- Cabling for runs to the operator's position
- Spare monitor and power on full-day bookings
Not sure which rig you need?
Send us your camera, lens and shot list and we will recommend the setup.