The Porta Brace ATV-888 Audio Tactical Vest provides ENG and fast-paced reality & documentary mixers with an innovative solution for moving rapidly and freely in the field when carrying an audio bag with a Sound Devices 888 recorder housed in it.

The ATV-888 combines an audio harness and an audio bag into one cohesive military-style tactical vest. The formfitting design grips your body to provide support, weight distribution, and comfort. It also stabilizes your equipment close to your body, even when you are on the move.

Made of durable, 1000-denier Cordura Nylon, the bag is large enough to create a lightweight and compact audio rig. In addition to the recorder, it accommodates two wireless systems and an NP1 battery. There is also a removable storage pouch for your accessories, which can attach to either the front or back. The vest's modular design lets you add additional storage if needed.

One of the most distinctive features of the ATV is a boompole clip on the front of the harness. The clip lets you fasten your boompole to the vest, freeing your hands between takes. It also releases quickly so you can resume recording without missing an important piece of dialog.

Additional features include a modular iPad sleeve that allows you to safely carry your iPad on your chest, where it can be easily read. There is also a separate modular phone/pen holder, which is interchangeable with the iPad sleeve.

The ATV-888 comes with a double vinyl rain cover that opens and acts as a pouch.

Combines Audio Harness and Audio Bag    Holds Sound Devices 888 Recorder    Lightweight and Formfitting Design    Boompole Clip Holder    Accommodates Two Wireless Systems    iPad Sleeve, NP1 Pocket    Double Vinyl Rain Cover    Modular Design to Add Additional Storage

• Sound Devices 888 audio recorder

• Combines an audio harness and audio bag into one military-style tactical vest
• Great option for ENG or fast-paced reality and documentary mixer
• Lightweight and formfitting design stabilizes equipment close to your body, even when you are on the move
• Provides support and weight distribution for comfort
• Durable 1000-denier Cordura nylon construction
• Boompole clip holds boompole to free your hands when not recording
• Modular iPad sleeve
• Removable storage pouch can attach to either the front or back
• Separate modular phone/pen holder—interchangeable with the iPad sleeve
• NP1 pocket situated under the recorder
• Double vinyl rain cover also acts as a pouch
• Modular design to add additional storage if needed

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. which pouches and accessories do NOT come with the vest? NAB gave me the impression this item is only the vest as the boom clip, pouches, and other items seen in the picture are sold separately. thanks for the help!

A: The long list of features includes: a modular iPad pouch, an innovative new boom clip, a removable pouch that can attach to either the front or back, a separate modular phone/pen holder, which is interchangeable with the iPad sleeve. In addition, there is an NP1 pocket situated under the mixer and a double vinyl rain cover that opens up and acts as a pouch.

Q: 2. When can I buy it?

A: Expected availability: 6-8 weeks

Q: 3. Does this product (Porta Brace ATV-633 Audio Tactical Vest for Sound Devices 633) come along with the bag for the 633? I know the title says Tactical Vest but the pictures show the bag and nowhere in the description does it say that the bag is not included or that the bag is sold separately.

A: The bag at the front is included as part of the vest/harness and fits the Sound Devices 633 and Zaxcom MAXX.

Q: 4. Is the bag removable from the harness and does it come with a separate shoulder strap?

A: No, it's an all in one package. Everything is attached making it have better support. ( There are attachments, like extra pockets and other holders that can be taken on and off) . It's great for run and gun stuff, nothing bouncing around while you're on the move, and It's easy to slip on and off. Also the boom holder that comes with it, is very helpful.

Q: 5. What size fits this porta brace?, for example my size for a serious shirt m, because I see that the person in the picture that shows the product is one size larger.

A: I'm an asian M. My shoulder width is about 1'15, and this is a little bit big for me. However, with the velcro straps (there's a lot of flexibility), I'm still able to get a good fit.

Q: 6. Does drone include controller or transmitter in box, or must it be controlled only from ios android device?

A: Yes a controller is included.

Q: 7. What is the max waist size?

A: It is adjustable from 43 1/2 " to 59"

Q: 8. Can this bag be configured to house the Zoom F6?

A: The ORCA OR-332 Audio Mixer Bag for Sound Devices Scorpio, 888, and 688 would not be recommended for the Zoom F6. From Orca, the recommended bag would be the OR-268 (B&H # OR268). The K-Tek KSF6 (B&H #KTKSF6) would also be a good choice.

Q: 9. Does the bag detach from the vest?

A: Yes - the system is modular and the components detach from the vest.

Q: 10. I would you know this product made by USA? and I live Korea if I will buy this then could you give paper work about FTA contract?

A: Hi, It's a mixer/recorder made in the US. Good product that holds up to daily work