Ghost Hunters of St. Louis, Transcendental Society - Investigating ghosts and hauntings in St. Louis, Missouri since 1998!  
 

Equipment


 
 

EMF detector

This devise is used to read Electro Magnetic Fields in low frequency. You must be cautious when using the device around electrical lines and other sources of man made power. 

IR Thermal Scanner

Digital thermal scanners are used to take instant readings of  temperatures. These can easily detect "cold spots". The infrared beam must bounce off something to take a temperature. If you just point it up at the sky, invalid, extremely cold readings will be received.

Compass

This works in the same manner as the EMF detector. When a ghost is detected, the needle will spin due to the magnetic change.

35mm camera 

and film

Using a high speed film to capture anomalies on film is advised. 800 speed is recommended. We believe that, normally, ghosts move so quickly we cannot see them with the naked eye. A camera can “freeze time” in a way, due to the shutter opening and closing so quickly, enabling us to catch them on film. Bring plenty of film. It's not uncommon for us to use 15 or more rolls in just a few hours.

Video camera

8mm is recommended because many have night vision options or low lux. Some success has been obtained with WHS and VHS-C. It is not understood yet why video cameras are able to catch anomalies on film because of the fact they show real time. In other words, why can we see them through a camera and not with our own eyes? 

Tape recorder

(detachable mic)

Use this to capture ghostly voices on audio. Use brand new high quality tapes, so not to mistake things previously recorded as the dead communicating! Be VERY careful not to mistake your own movements or voice as EVP!  EVP: Electronic Voice Phenomenon

Also bring plenty of flashlights and batteries! A clip board or notebook can be very useful to record feelings, readings, and other information on an investigation. Always carry identification with you. I would also strongly advise you bring an extra pair of hands, not only to carry all that equipment, but just as a precaution - you never know what could happen out there! Be smart. Be Safe!


Equipment Retailers

AGS Paranormal Investigations Outfitters Carries books and equipment for all levels of investigations.
Ghosthunter Store Reasonably priced equipment. Great for those just starting out.
Less EMF "Everything for Electromagnetic Safety In the Home & Office" 
Zerotime Paranormal Store Carries equipment, books, sculptures and t-shirts.



 
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