While innovation is crucial to Thicket Films’ project designs, this commitment requires substantial investment in equipment. In the pursuit of quality filmmaking, Thicket Films relies only on top quality software and hardware. Here at Thicket Films, we know that paying a premium for top of the range equipment is essential for producing a top of the range film.

Used by Hollywood and the BBC, Final Cut Studio 2 is the cutting edge of editing software. Using 3-dimensional effects creation and exacting colour correction, FCS2 is essential for producing a film that will be an audio and visual feast.

Sitting at the top of Apple’s notebook PC range, the Apple Macbook Pro, with 4GB RAM, and a blistering 2.5GHz dual-core processor will cruise through editing tasks with ease. The portability of a notebook allows for rapid video editing on-site, to speed post-production processes. The foolproof reliability and top-quality which Apple are renowned for made this an essential investment.

“A high-quality, versatile model suitable for professional videographers. Its advanced technology delivers unrivalled image quality in its class. The XM2 offers all the features of the market-leading XM1 plus some enhancements.” - Canon

On-camera audio range adjustment allows for use of multiple external microphones, while many manual adjustments and an external LCD screen provide easier on-site image manipulation.

The Ferrari of tripod-makers, Manfrotto equipment is used by leading companies across the industry, from the BBC to Sky TV. The sturdy and reliable construction allows for 3-dimensional adjustment and provides exciting new angles for the filmmaker. The interchangeable, smooth-gliding head allows for a diverse range of filming styles.

For years, the most respected name in the audio industry has produced top quality directional microphones for use in television and radio. The ME66 microphone with the K6 power module is widely considered the most suitable microphone to pair with the Canon XM2. Its robust design and high quality output made it a natural choice for Thicket Films when looking for a microphone which could cope in the most extreme environments.