- 1. AES Meeting - Nov 26 Los Angeles
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... on FCC issues with wireless spectrum use, review current best practices for managing multiple wireless systems in daunting RF environments, and discuss some of Shure’s technology approaches for maximizing ...
- Created on November 17, 2013
- 2. AES-LA meeting Aug 27, 2013
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... of Harman. For a quick review of the Demo Truck, see here: usa.studer.ch/support/truck.aspx Meetings are free and are open to everyone including students, non-members and guests. Attached, please find ...
- Created on August 22, 2013
- 3. Call for Entries: 58th CINE Golden Eagle
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... the CINE Golden Eagle Awards are designed to give emerging filmmakers professional feedback and networking opportunities. All filmmakers receive the comments from their films’ review and jury panels, and ...
- Created on May 14, 2015
- 4. EQE Media looking for intern
- (Job Postings / Internships)
- ... authors. Duties might include: membership management, editorial content, tradeshows, reviews, downloads. Most of the time, you could work from home at your own schedule. No pay, but a chance to be "published" ...
- Created on September 06, 2011
- 5. For week ending 17, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... and review the user’s manual for the TASCAM HS-P82 recorder. Because we have been informed that CSUN will be doing letter grading for courses in the major, such as CTVA 358, we have to tighten up at this ...
- Created on April 11, 2020
- 6. For week ending April 16, 2021
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- This week we will finish up with Microphone Basics. The primary lecture will be "Classes of Mics" that explains: dynamic, electret condenser, and true RF condenser. Our next topics will be Lavaliers. But ...
- Created on April 13, 2021
- 7. For week ending Feb 19, 2021
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- Our topics for this week are: Audio Essentials, Sound Elements, and Priorities of the Sound Mixer. Review the powerpoint lectures for these 3 topics, and read the articles about Priorities. In general, ...
- Created on February 13, 2021
- 8. For week ending Feb 21, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... coming Friday so I do not want to kill an hour dealing with the quiz and group review. This week, and next, we will be HANDS-ON doing a video scene ("The Airport" See link below). Students ...
- Created on February 15, 2020
- 9. For week ending Feb 22, 2018
- (CSUN - CTVA 230)
- ... is NOT in use by a scheduled class. Also, I would like to review your Get Fam exercises with each team BEFORE you move onward to doing your first projects. Don't panic, the Get Fam exercises are NOT GRADED. ...
- Created on February 19, 2018
- 10. For week ending Mar 13, 2013
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- ... are free, and do not incur any grading. Make sure you review the Film Editing sections of the textbook, and review the Powerpoint presentations about editing as well. Remember to leave a reply after ...
- Created on March 10, 2013
- 11. For week ending Mar 20, 2013
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- This Monday, Michael Bryant will demo how to use the film splicer and how to use the flatbed editing machines. I think the best way to do that will be to break into groups, and work with each group one ...
- Created on March 14, 2013
- 12. For week ending Mar 6, 2013 - MONDAY EDI
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- ... B minus or better! However, your performance in 250 is taken into consideration during the review process. Remember, budget cuts and university down sizing are real possibilities -- so your pre-req grades ...
- Created on February 28, 2013
- 13. For week ending March 1, 2018
- (CSUN - CTVA 230)
- Tuesday: QUIZ ONE. Short, multiple choice type quiz about first couple of lectures: Audio Basics and Elements of Soundtrack. No scantrons; write on the test paper. Followed by test review/grading and ...
- Created on February 26, 2018
- 14. For week ending May 1, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... dropped from the film program. Also, there were FOUR assignments. A couple people have not turned in their reviews/summaries of the Audio Technica videos about prod sound... (I copied the assignment ...
- Created on April 30, 2020
- 15. For week ending May 14, 2021
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... assignment you had to do for the Audio Technica Audio for Video series, you will view again and REVIEW all of the 688/CL12 videos, and include 4 important things that you learned in the 688 video along ...
- Created on May 10, 2021
- 16. For week ending Nov 22, 2019
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... talk), planted mic, radio mics. We will also be mixing with timecode slate onto a multi-track recorder, the TASCAM HS-P82. Review the (Ginsburg) instruction manual PDF on the website. After Thanksgiving, ...
- Created on November 18, 2019
- 17. For week ending Oct 11, 2017
- (CSUN - CTVA 230)
- Monday: computer lab. Also, you may re-take Quiz One. Wednesday: our first "hands-on" production day.... read the "Airport" exercise in the College Class pulldown section. Review ...
- Created on October 08, 2017
- 18. For week ending Oct 13, 2017
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- At 9am sharp we will do Quiz One, followed by group grading/review. After that, we will continue what we did last week.... mixing the Airport exercise (with plant mic). No scantrons for the quiz. Just ...
- Created on October 08, 2017
- 19. For week ending Oct 23, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- We will finish up learning about the Mackie 1402 this week, and then press on with Microphones. So please begin reading up in the Mics section. No written assignments this week, but I am still waiting ...
- Created on October 18, 2020
- 20. For week ending Oct 4, 2017
- (CSUN - CTVA 230)
- ... lectures so far (excluding microphones) and a little bit on Pro Tools. After the test, we will group grade/review the questions/answers. If you do poorly, you may retake the test on any Monday. Make sure ...
- Created on September 28, 2017
- 21. For week ending Sept 20, 2017
- (CSUN - CTVA 230)
- Monday: open computer lab. Read/review your Pro Tools textbook while practicing on the Getting Familiar with Pro Tools exercise. Read, try. Read, try. Work through all of the chapters along with the two ...
- Created on September 18, 2017
- 22. For week ending Sept 20, 2019
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... in the reading list pertaining to mixing panels. Especially download (to your computer) the manual for the Mackie 1402 and review it -- after you have read my short version article about its use. Next ...
- Created on September 14, 2019
- 23. For week of April 22-24, 2013
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- ... re-taking the Mid-Term can show up at 8:45am (on April 29). As you know, the faculty met last Friday to review the Portfolios. I am aware of a few students in our class who were accepted, but do not have ...
- Created on April 21, 2013
- 24. For week of Feb 13, 2013 - Late NEWS
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- ... get to play with and learn about the Bolex camera. Please review the lecture powerpoint about film cameras, and read the Bolex manual on our site. This week, Assignment 3 is due, if you have not already ...
- Created on February 10, 2013
- 25. For week of May 6-8, 2013
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- ... Wed May 8 we will review for the Final (on May 13). You can do retakes of the Mid Term on Wed during class, as well as on May 13. I will come to campus on Wed May 15 as well, just to give you a chance ...
- Created on May 02, 2013
- 26. For weeks ending Dec 11, 2017
- (CSUN - CTVA 230)
- Wed Dec 6: Final review and intro to Izotope Noise Reduction. Projects are officially due today, but I will continue to accept them until Monday Dec 11 @ 5pm. NO PROJECTS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER CLASS ...
- Created on December 04, 2017
- 27. For weeks ending Dec 17th
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... The only projects that can be turned in on the 17th are re-submissions of projects that were turned in earlier for my review. On the 10th, you may retake any quizzes, as well as take the (optional) BIG ...
- Created on December 04, 2018
- 28. For weeks ending Nov 29 and Dec 6, 2019
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... already reviewed. Please read and re-read your syllabus re the projects. All team members must turn in their materials in the same envelope (per project). All team members must have all of their names ...
- Created on November 27, 2019
- 29. Free subscription to Pro Sound News
- (Peer Product Reviews)
- Hi FRED, I'd like to take a moment to thank you for reading Pro Sound News and invite you to share the love! Simply forward this email (or link below) to your colleagues who can also benefit from staying ...
- Created on March 03, 2015
- 30. Hello
- (Welcome Mat)
- ... tab and reviewing the syllabi, reading list, and other posted materials. If you are interested, we can even set you up with your own class Forum, similar to what I have for my classes. We are always ...
- Created on February 01, 2015
- 31. Re: Lighting Workshop Friday Feb 22
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- Lighting workshop with Colin was pretty cool. Mostly review of 3-point lighting, but got to see 250 lights for the first time. Had a lot of interesting info to share with everyone on how the business works ...
- Created on February 27, 2013
- 32. Sound Devices 633 CF Card Help!
- (General Questions)
- just wrapped day 3 on a doc and i just noticed that when i mount my CF card on my laptop i dont hear any audio from any of the WAV files. i was pressing spacebar to preview the .WAV files and nothing. ...
- Created on October 30, 2015
- 33. Tascam dr-100/MKII vs Marantz PMD660/661
- (General Questions)
- ... also a OADE bros SUPER MOD which replaces the XLR inputs for the 661 allowing a larger range. (this is not available for the 660.) BOTTOM LINE: I'm having a lot of trouble finding consumer reviews whic ...
- Created on September 19, 2012
- 34. Book Reviews
- (Category)
- Created on February 15, 2012
- 35. Review of Cinela Blimp Windscreens
- (Shotgun)
- Cinela Piano Blimp reviewed by Thi Dinh. This sophisticated blimp is brought to you by Cinela. As I was saying from previous article, Cinela makes superb shockmounts. Now, imagine this, the shockmount ...
- Created on March 28, 2016
- 36. Review of Sanken shotguns
- (Shotgun)
- Here are reviews of the Sanken CS1e, CS3e, and Cinela Shockmount contributed by Thi Dinh. Thi is a recent grad of CSUN's film program and was one of my top audio students. He has been mixing professionally ...
- Created on March 12, 2016
- 37. Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video
- (Shotgun)
- ... guessing that it is being touted as something in the middle. I have not had any personal experience with this mic, and there are not that many professional reviews (from people I trust) – so at this time ...
- Created on May 22, 2013
- 38. Review of LAPPG one-day workshop on sound
- (Industry Happenings)
- ... to show dailies and for the picture cut). Fred then went on to describe how we use 8-12 tracks today on our multi-track field recorders. Discussion also went on to review the use of boom and plant mics, ...
- Created on October 17, 2011
- 39. [REVIEW] Audio Technica BP896
- (Lavalier)
- The BP896 is truly one of the tiniest microphones available today in the (non-spyworld) open market. It is only one tenth of one inch in diameter at its thickest part! It compares in size to the older ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 40. There is more to learning Filmmaking than filmmaking.
- (For Students)
- ... review your Quicken files and determine what things are legitimate deductions and what things are just everyday living. The big difference between a “tax preparer” and a full-time, certified accountant ...
- Created on January 18, 2022
- 41. Software for Podcasting
- (Production Advice)
- We often get asked about setting up to do audio podcasts on a tight budget from a home office or simple studio. My personal recommendations are: Zencastr software for acquisition, and Audacity for the ...
- Created on February 11, 2021
- 42. Terms of Use
- (Legal)
- ... notice of each such change. It is your responsibility to periodically review these Terms of Use to stay informed of updates. You will be subject to, and will be deemed to have been made aware of and to ...
- Created on July 23, 2020
- 43. Syllabus
- (CTVA 358)
- ... Includes numerous articles, tips, tricks, equipment reviews, tutorials, news, forum, calendar of events, and way more. Purpose To provide students with a basic understanding of the techniques and aesthetics ...
- Created on August 22, 2017
- 44. Syllabus
- (Sample Syllabus)
- ... Includes numerous articles, tips, tricks, equipment reviews, tutorials, news, forum, calendar of events, and way more. Purpose To provide students with a basic understanding of the techniques and aesthetics ...
- Created on August 22, 2017
- 45. Mic Level vs Line Level
- (Recorders)
- ... created an issue for me in real practice. Review Mic out to Mic in. Sounds OK, but weaker signal more prone to interference. Line out to Line in. Sounds OK, a stronger signal less prone to ...
- Created on April 09, 2016
- 46. CAS Student Scholarship Award
- (Networking)
- ... in our biz. “Reviewing the applications last year we were thrilled to discover this next generation is passionate and dedicated," said CAS President Mark Ulano, “and that the future of sound mixing is ...
- Created on September 16, 2015
- 47. System 10 Wireless: First Look
- (News)
- Audio Technica recently released their new System 10 wireless system in a portable, camera-mount version. Here is Fred Ginsburg's personal review along with links to his video tests. Audio Technica ...
- Created on November 23, 2014
- 48. Improve Audio for Video: Headphones
- (Other Accessories)
- ... rule (so check internet reviews, or test them out yourself before purchasing). Also look at the maximum input power spec. This number represents how well the headphones can survive an unexpected power ...
- Created on May 20, 2014
- 49. Importing Zoom Q4 files for editing
- (Recorders)
- In the previous article, I reviewed the new Zoom Q4 camcorder. Since the time that was written, I have installed Adobe Premiere CS5 editing software and discovered, to my dismay, that it would not function ...
- Created on March 09, 2014
- 50. Zoom Q4: first look (second look)
- (Recorders)
- ... about the possibility of them sending me a unit to review, I never heard back from them and decided not to wait. This camcorder was perfect for my needs! It fits into my pocket, so I can carry it around ...
- Created on February 09, 2014
- 51. Class Schedule
- (CTVA 358)
- ... Complex scene ("Brown Interview") NAB week (Sunday-Wed) 05/01 Hands on exercises: Complex scene, Brown continued 05/08 Major exam (1st attempt; optional) & post-test review ...
- Created on January 14, 2014
- 52. Workshops: UFVA
- (Workshops)
- ... as to present academic or technical panels & workshops, and to screen/review each others films (the academic equivalent of publish or perish). The Conference is hosted by different colleges each year ...
- Created on August 13, 2013
- 53. Sync Playback: revisited
- (Audio Techniques)
- Recently, our faculty at California State University Northridge was submitted a proposal for one of our Senior Thesis Films for an original musical, to be shot "live". Even though we have discussed Sync ...
- Created on April 11, 2013
- 54. HD Resolution Formats
- (Production Planning)
- From 720P to 8k, today's electronic filmmaker has a wide array of resolutions to choose from. Here is a brief rundown of your choices. The term High Definition encompasses common video formats as well ...
- Created on March 10, 2013
- 55. Syllabus
- (CTVA 250)
- ... Online multimedia coursebook: Film TV Sound, (www.FilmTVsound.com) published by EQE Media & Consulting Group. Includes numerous articles, tips, tricks, equipment reviews, tutorials, news, forum, calendar ...
- Created on January 16, 2013
- 56. Syllabus
- (CTVA 230)
- ... me! 818-231-1038 Texts On-line multimedia coursebook: Craft of Production Sound, published by EQE Media & Consulting Group. Includes numerous articles, tips, tricks, equipment reviews, tutorials, ...
- Created on January 16, 2013
- 57. Log Sheets, Sound Reports, Header ID
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... you are NOT turning in for review. It would only be an index to the selected and copied files on the disk or drive that the student has elected to submit. In real life, the index/log is intended for your ...
- Created on December 29, 2012
- 58. Log Sheets, Sound Reports, Header ID
- (Production Planning)
- ... you are NOT turning in for review. It would only be an index to the selected and copied files on the disk or drive that the student has elected to submit. In real life, the index/log is intended for your ...
- Created on December 29, 2012
- 59. M-S Stereo Simplified
- (Sound Design)
- ... end of your dailies do not fully understand how M-S works, there is almost a certainty that your client will preview the most awful excuse for stereo audio that zombies can cook up! Good M-S does not happen ...
- Created on August 17, 2012
- 60. Audio Production and Postproduction by Woody Woodhall CAS
- (Book Reviews)
- ... “Sound is an often misunderstood and under appreciated skill and this text is meant to offer practical guidance and techniques. Through exercises and review material this text takes the reader from the ...
- Created on February 15, 2012
- 61. Sound Effects Bible by Ric Viers
- (Book Reviews)
- The Sound Effects Bible is the complete guide to recording, editing, and designing your own sound effects. If it snaps, crackles, pops, crashes, booms or bangs, it can be found somewhere in this first-ever ...
- Created on February 15, 2012
- 62. Student Projects
- (Fred's Blog )
- I have spent the last several days reviewing and grading student projects for my 358 class, and in general I am very dissappointed. There were a couple of good projects turned in, but the majority of them ...
- Created on December 15, 2011
- 63. User Guide to the Tascam HS-P82 for Film/Video Applications
- (Recorders)
- This Guide to the Tascam HS-P82 and companion RC-F82 is intended to provide the new user a concise review of the operation and setup of this portable multitrack recorder, along with explanations and a ...
- Created on November 29, 2011
- 64. Equipment Emporium is now FilmTVsound
- (News)
- ... to submit articles, equipment reviews, or even suggestions about future content. This website is for the Community. It is NOT controlled by the threats of advertisiers; it is not slanted to motivate direct ...
- Created on September 13, 2011
- 65. Recommended Links
- (Links)
- ... Coffey Sound Audio Files Mix: Pro Audio and Music Pro Audio Review Cinematography Videomaker Videography Cinema Technology American Cinematographer Millimeter Screenwriting Creative ...
- Created on August 30, 2011
- 66. Priorities of Recording
- (Sound Design)
- ... few and last few frames. (Not completely true, but everyone accepts the explanation.) A Brief Review of Priorities Dialogue - Crisp, clean, usable. Perspective - Does what we hear match what we ...
- Created on August 27, 2011
- 67. What Your Crew Expects of You
- (Production Planning)
- ... time. The crew needs a rehearsal in order to see what the shot and blocking are going to be. Without that preview of the action, we can’t guarantee the little things -- such as lighting, lens focus and ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 68. Audio for Television: Mixing the Basic Event
- (Production Planning)
- ... Boom and SFX mic. Reporter then interviews the Players during their warm-up. Producer prompts the Reporter with interesting factoids or probing questions to ask. Referee comes into frame and reviews ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 69. Syllabus
- (Chapman)
- ... published by EQE Media & Consulting Group. Includes numerous articles, tips, tricks, equipment reviews, tutorials, news, forum, calendar of events, and way more. Purpose To provide students with a ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 70. Class Projects
- (CTVA 358)
- ... Client's deadline and may receive a grade of zero. Missing an important deadline can be catastrophic in the real world. Note that projects that were turned in before the Deadline and reviewed/returned ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 71. Class Projects
- (CTVA 230)
- ... Missing an important deadline can be catastrophic in the real world. Note that projects that were turned in at least one full week before the Last Day of Instruction and reviewed/returned by the Instructor ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 72. Audio Projects
- (Sample Projects)
- ... real world. Note that projects that were turned in before the Deadline and reviewed/returned by the Instructor may be re-submitted as late as Finals Day. Equipment availability is a problem that you ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 73. Film Class Projects
- (Sample Projects)
- ... real world. Note that projects that were turned in before the Deadline and reviewed/returned by the Instructor may be re-submitted as late as Finals Day. Equipment availability is a problem that you ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 74. Production Sound Class Projects
- (Sample Projects)
- ... real world. Note that projects that were turned in before the Deadline and reviewed/returned by the Instructor may be re-submitted as late as Finals Day. Equipment availability is a problem that you ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 75. Class Schedule
- (Chapman)
- ... Final Deadline to submit all projects by end of class. Review of course content. Final Lecture: Resumes; Networking; Apprenticeships/Internships. Getting started in the industry. 05/19 Final ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 76. Class Schedule and Due Dates
- (CTVA 250)
- ... Due: Final Cut of Group Video Project (mixed sound) Wed 05/08 Final Exam Review Assignment Due: Group Video Project DVD and Production Notebooks Mon 05/13 FINAL EXAM: ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 77. Spring Class Schedule and Due Dates
- (CTVA 230)
- ... Quiz Three. 15 May 1-3 Project 3 Audio Book Project is due! Audio jobs and the entertainment industry. Izotope noise reduction. 16 May 08-10 Final Exam Review (Last ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 78. Production Sound Reading List
- (College Classes)
- ... Understanding Microphones Shotgun Mic Selection and Use Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video Microphone Application Guide Microphone Powering Using a Mic Boompole Selecting Boompoles ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 79. Reading List
- (CTVA 358)
- ... manuals for many popular mixers are in our Operations Manuals section. Understanding Microphones Shotgun Mic Selection and Use Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video Microphone Application Guide ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 80. Audio Fundamentals Reading List
- (CTVA 230)
- ... for many popular mixers are in our Operations Manuals section. Understanding Microphones Shotgun Mic Selection and Use Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video Microphone Application Guide Microphone ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 81. Reading List
- (Education)
- ... manuals for many popular mixers are in our Operations Manuals section. Understanding Microphones Shotgun Mic Selection and Use Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video Microphone Application Guide ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 82. Using the Digital Effects Processor
- (Mix Panels)
- ... for post-production. What sounded “neat” in the headphones may be a disappointing muck when previewed in a screening room! Best to add those tricks under ideal viewing/listening conditions. The other ...
- Created on August 18, 2011