Affordable audio recorder for your DSLR, TASCAM DR-40, $185
The Tascam DR-40 is one the best audio recorders out there for people making indie films. It enables users to sort out all poor audio that make come out of their DSLR. With its XLR input it gives you the right quality sound needed for your film. This gadget comes at a very affordable price considering what you can achieve with it. In fact on the DWI website it is even much cheaper. On Amazon this equipment is sold around $200. ON the DWI you can get is for $15 less. If you are into indie movies, you need to provide yourself with this piece of equipment.