- 1. Assignment for March 13, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- Yeah, things are a mess overall. Lots of confusion over how the university and CTVA will proceed. Tomorrow, your assignment is to view the Audio for Video series found at: www.audio-technica.com/cms/features/8a172335766aaaf0/index.html These ...
- Created on March 12, 2020
- 2. Audio concerns for shooting with RED cam
- (General Questions)
- ... audio is to have a line in signal, I believe at -4Db -- or maybe 0 dB. I'll look it up. "It would be best to record to a separate audio file..." We asked, "Are the adapter cables wired ...
- Created on August 30, 2011
- 3. CSUN professor seeks Editor, PA, & Web g
- (Job Postings / Internships)
- As I mentioned at our summer retreat, I'm looking for a talented, creative Editor, as well as a Website Designer and a Production Assistant. I'm attaching fliers for your perusal. Would it be possible to ...
- Created on September 19, 2011
- 4. CTVA 230 textbook reading list
- (CSUN - CTVA 230)
- ... version 12 of Pro Tools, the differences between the book version and the latest version are not significant. Although you do not have to turn in these lab exercises, I do suggest that you attempt to ...
- Created on August 26, 2015
- 5. 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
- 6. For week ending April 23 & 30, 2021
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- On April 23, our topic will be Lavaliers. Read the articles, and re-watch the Audio Technica videos -- those that deal with lavaliers. Here are the next two assignments, due on or before April 30, 2021. 1) Lavalier ...
- Created on April 21, 2021
- 7. For week ending April 3, 2020 UPDATED
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... this coming Friday at our regular time. But I do have an assignment for you all! Read up in the Reading List about Lavaliers and Wireless Mics. Also, watch again the Audio Technica videos about Lavaliers. Every ...
- Created on March 29, 2020
- 8. For week ending Dec 4, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... are due on Dec 4th. If you want, you may combine them into one paper or one submission; or turn them in separately. Either way, each written project is worth 10 points. Written Assignment #3 Briefly explain ...
- Created on November 21, 2020
- 9. For week ending Feb 06, 2013
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- Continue on with the readings, as assigned in the syllabus. You should also be working on, or completing, the Assignment 2: camera movement which is a video assignment. Remember that the assignment must ...
- Created on February 03, 2013
- 10. For week ending Jan 30,2013
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- ... Attendance is limited to exhibitors, dealers & reps, educators, and a few select "invited guests and end users". Unlike NAB, this show is hard to get tickets for. I am grading Assignment One ...
- Created on January 28, 2013
- 11. For week ending Mar 6, 2013 - MONDAY EDI
- (CSUN - CTVA 250)
- ... the remaining Assignment 4's (I will grade them this weekend). If you have not yet turned it in, then bring it on Monday. We need to see your storyboards for the Bolex film project. We also need to begin ...
- Created on February 28, 2013
- 12. For week ending May 1, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... should learn both systems. I am very concerned that three students have not turned in ANYTHING to me in the way of the 4 assignments. Nor have they even contacted me. It is possible that they could be ...
- Created on April 30, 2020
- 13. 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
- 14. For week ending May 7, 2021
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- Written Assignment due absolutely no later than midnight May 13th. Automatic zero if submissions are late. Keep a copy of your SENT file, showing the time & date you submitted it (just in case it gets ...
- Created on May 02, 2021
- 15. For week ending Nov 20, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- Here is your assignment, due in two weeks. Lavalier Rigging Exercise Read up in the Reading List about Lavaliers and Wireless Mics. Also, watch again the Audio Technica videos about Lavaliers. Every member ...
- Created on November 13, 2020
- 16. For week ending Oct 2 & Oct 9, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... next assignment, which is due by Friday, Oct 9, is: Assignment Two: Audio Technica Basic Audio for Video tutorials Your first assignment is to view the Audio for Video series found at: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSY8LG6gV...UWAM_P-uAYL9rpnrk2in The ...
- Created on September 25, 2020
- 17. 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
- 18. For weeks ending March 19 and March 26.
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- March 19 is Spring Break, so no Zoom meeting. Assignment Two: Audio Technica Basic Audio for Video tutorials Your first assignment is to view the Audio for Video series found at: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSY8LG6gV...UWAM_P-uAYL9rpnrk2in The ...
- Created on March 12, 2021
- 19. Free registration CreataSphere, Burbank
- (Upcoming Events)
- Free registration for the CreataSphere (HD Video Expo) is now open. I have found the show to be more productive than its competitor, the DV Expo. It is better attended, and there are a lot more exhibitors. Here ...
- Created on September 28, 2011
- 20. Free scriptwriting and pre-production so
- (Peer Product Reviews)
- ... and crew. Fully IntegratedCeltx is designed to help your entire production team work together on a single, easy to share project file - eliminating the confusion of multiple project files, and the need ...
- Created on September 06, 2011
- 21. LAPPG mtg about RX6
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... essential tips for using this game changing software. Woody will discuss its use through his work on one of the recent, award-winning feature films he has sound designed and mixed, LOST FARE, directed ...
- Created on September 10, 2018
- 22. LAPPG upcoming events
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... come yourself and head to this fun and festive meeting. iZotope RX We are honored to have Emmy Award winning re-recording mixer and sound designer, Bob Bronow, CAS demonstrate how he uses iZotope RX to ...
- Created on December 04, 2012
- 23. Les miserables Sound Design Featurette
- (Hangin' Out by Craft Services....)
- This featurette explores the sound team, both production and post, for the film Les miserables . Most of you already know the film is a musical. However, this film is also known for having used the on ...
- Created on May 22, 2015
- 24. Nagra 4.2 recorder for video production?
- (General Questions)
- ... Sign Video is excellent for the money. Mixers from Sound Devices and Shure are great, though more costly. If you are not needing over-the-shoulder portability, then use a Mackie or Behringer mixing board ...
- Created on August 30, 2011
- 25. Samson announces a new website
- (Product Announcements)
- ... contact options to connect with us via email, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. You can also use the site to sign up for the monthly newsletter and stay current on all that’s happening at Samson. Designed ...
- Created on September 07, 2011
- 26. Student CINDY Awards
- (Hangin' Out by Craft Services....)
- ... Although streaming video and DVD’s still comprise the largest media segment of the CINDY Awards, more and more students are entering their digital projects designed for gaming, web distribution and apps. Please ...
- Created on September 29, 2014
- 27. Suggested Audio Production Workflow with
- (General Questions)
- I have signed on to provide production audio for a low-budget Indy film (where, frankly, most of us are fairly inexperienced) and have two questions with regard to the best way to provide sync sound and ...
- Created on September 10, 2012
- 28. VPAC Internships
- (Job Postings / Internships)
- ... September 21, 2015 – May 13, 2016. Included are Arts Education/Outreach, Photography/Videography and Graphic Design internships. These internships are unpaid. However, all interns are eligible to apply ...
- Created on August 29, 2015
- 29. Video: The Beautiful Lies of Sound Design
- (Sound Design)
- Here is the link to an excellent presentation about Sound Design, that has been passed around by the sound community because it strikes home on so many points. Watch, listen, learn. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDy5j0c6TrU ...
- Created on March 10, 2021
- 30. Video: Ben Burtt discusses Star Wars sound design
- (Sound Design)
- Watch and listen as Academy Award®-winning sound designer Ben Burtt (Star Wars, Indiana Jones, E.T., WALL-E) details the sonic approach of the iconic scenes, creatures, and technology of Star Wars. The ...
- Created on March 02, 2021
- 31. Another useful skill... GPS navigation. Or how to be specific about where you are shooting when there are no simple road signs.
- (Production Advice)
- ... programs such as OnX Off-road can be downloaded to your phone ahead of time and will allow you to download detailed maps of the areas. The newer smartphones will receive GPS signals, even without cell ...
- Created on June 14, 2022
- 32. Improve Audio for Video: Headphones
- (Other Accessories)
- ... not just press up against it. Avoid the so-called “open air” designs that feature acoustic foam pads that rest comfortably against your ear. Although they sound great in a quiet room, those pads offer ...
- Created on May 20, 2014
- 33. Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video
- (Shotgun)
- ... mic. The AT835b was an early model, and has been superseded by the AT897 which is significantly better. The BP8035 is the very recent RoHS Compliant version of the AT835 – and I cannot fathom why Japan ...
- Created on May 22, 2013
- 34. User Guide to the Tascam HS-P82 for Film/Video Applications
- (Recorders)
- ... continuously run. FREE ONCE is similar to what Denecke would call a one-time jam sync. The generator will lock onto an incoming timecode signal, sync to it once, and then continue to run on its own after ...
- Created on November 29, 2011
- 35. Set Design for Dialogue Recording
- (Production Planning)
- ... The Sound Dept got their "carpet" and the Production Design got their "hardwood floor!" Plan ahead for boom shadows on walls. A plain wall will turn into a projection screen of body shadows and boom shadows ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 36. Multi-track Recording for Film & Video
- (Recorders)
- ... is nearly complete to re-assign these sounds to the audience’s left, right, and in-between. Until the film is edited, there is no way to know just where all of the audio elements need to end up. For ...
- Created on August 25, 2011
- 37. [VIDEO] Mic Basics Series
- (General)
- ... Cameras utilized include a single chip Sony TRV8 palmcorder equipped with a Sign Video XLR-PRO audio adapter box; and a prosumer 3-chip Panasonic AG-DVC30 with XLR inputs. Most of the time, except ...
- Created on August 21, 2011
- 38. Off-road 101: Anatomy of a Trail Run
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... on a PRE-RUN. Before you rush and sign up, bear in mind that you might encounter unforeseen obstacles and detours. If we knew what was out there, it wouldn’t be a pre-run. Pre-runs are not for stock vehicles ...
- Created on November 05, 2022
- 39. Immersive Presentation (on the cheap)
- (Sound Design)
- Sometimes we are forced to settle for only two channels of audio in our software or in our presentation. Some academic versions of popular audio editing programs limit the user to only two master outputs, ...
- Created on August 16, 2021
- 40. Terms of Use
- (Legal)
- ... indicated, the Site is our proprietary property and all source code, databases, functionality, software, website designs, audio, video, text, photographs, and graphics on the Site (collectively, the “Content”) ...
- Created on July 23, 2020
- 41. No Excuses for the Low Budget Filmmaker
- (For Students)
- ... your time. Concentrate your energy. Forego your salary, even. But draw the line when it comes to signing on to a production that will not, or cannot, let your filmmaking skills shine. A cinematographer ...
- Created on February 10, 2020
- 42. Do you really need a mixing panel?
- (Mix Panels)
- ... you need to be careful that the same audio is not picked up by more than one mic at a time, per track. When multiple mics overlap the same audio on the same track, the signals may combine or cancel each ...
- Created on June 25, 2019
- 43. Basic sound package for student productions
- (Production Planning)
- ... dry condoms, ACE bandages – just to name some of the junk in my kit. Sound reports (you can design and print your own) along with a clipboard. Power strips. First Aid Kit. Mints and mouthwash (for ...
- Created on March 22, 2019
- 44. FREE professional editing software
- (Post Production)
- DaVinci Resolve 15 (beta) is a totally professional video, audio, color timing, and FX software bundle from Blackmagic Design -- and it's FREE to download! That's right... FREE. And you do not have to ...
- Created on August 03, 2018
- 45. Choosing a good film school
- (Networking)
- ... production, and post production. Cinematography, sound, editing, producing, design, script writing. The stuff that makes you a well-rounded and technically proficient potential employee! When you do ...
- Created on July 03, 2018
- 46. Using your production recording tracks strategically
- (Recorders)
- ... and NOT as representative as LEFT or RIGHT. Eventually, the editors and post-production mixers will pan those mono tracks to surround stereo assignments for theatrical playback (such as 5.1 or 7.1 surround ...
- Created on March 18, 2018
- 47. Syllabus
- (CTVA 358)
- ... of Production Sound Recording; along with its relationship to the sound design and overall production of the completed soundtrack for motion pictures and TV. Emphasis will be given to the practical techniques ...
- Created on August 22, 2017
- 48. Syllabus
- (Sample Syllabus)
- ... of Production Sound Recording; along with its relationship to the sound design and overall production of the completed soundtrack for motion pictures and TV. Emphasis will be given to the practical techniques ...
- Created on August 22, 2017
- 49. TASCAM releases new firmware for HS-P82
- (Recorders)
- ... improved user features. Build version v. 2.00 covers the following significant changes: The mirror record functionality has been improved so that changes to one card will carry over to both cards (such ...
- Created on October 09, 2016
- 50. Izotope RX5 Tools for Audio Editing
- (Post Production)
- The latest incarnation of Izotope's renowned RX software for noise reduction, noise elimination, and dialogue enhancement/repair was recently released. Versions RX5 include the standard RX5 as well as ...
- Created on November 15, 2015
- 51. Film, TV, or New Media?
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... money to be made in the genres (except for the very rare breakout production) — so no one really worried about putting or assigning a label to it. However, a large number of “network” non-fiction and ...
- Created on September 15, 2015
- 52. Use all your tracks!
- (Recorders)
- ... if some of thsoe ISO tracks are empty. Using more tracks also allows the sound mixer to maintain a consistency of track assignments. The editors would quickly learn where to find the ISO for any given ...
- Created on April 09, 2015
- 53. Setting Up Your Rycote Windshield
- (Windscreens & Shockmounts)
- ... The industry needed something better designed. Rycote was formed in 1969 by John Gozzard. He was a sound mixer in the UK, and started the company since the choices were limited, to say the least, at ...
- Created on March 22, 2015
- 54. Audio Metering: An Introduction
- (Recorders)
- ... meter is the popular V.U. Meter. The Volume Units meter dates its origin back to the earliest days of broadcasting. The underlying concept was to measure (the signal voltage) of a radio announcer speaking ...
- Created on March 05, 2015
- 55. Basic Equipment Package
- (Production Planning)
- ... also have a simple Sign Video ENG-44 (4x2) over the shoulder mixer for run & gun. Of course I travel with a few pair of professional headphones. Closed ear, flat response, impedance between 35 ohms to ...
- Created on February 02, 2015
- 56. System 10 Wireless: First Look
- (News)
- ... Seventy or eighty feet, and that was transmitting through walls.The signal did not max out; I simply ran out of lawn! For my next tests, I went out on the street, I walked past 2 houses, crossed the ...
- Created on November 23, 2014
- 57. Painter Pole Audio Adapter
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... sooner! The basic adapter is designed to screw over that odd-ball thread found on common painters (extension) poles that you can purchase cheaply at any hardware supplier. It converts the 3/4-5 painters ...
- Created on September 15, 2014
- 58. UFVA members cast for free w Backstage
- (Networking)
- ... UFVA MEMBERS CAN NOW CAST FOR FREE WITH BACKSTAGE Visit www.backstage.com/ufva to sign up for a free Backstage account. Then click “Post a Job” to post a casting notice calling for talent. You can ...
- Created on June 05, 2014
- 59. No time for playback
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... least the DIT) needs to play back at least a significant portion of the virgin take to insure that things are operating correctly. Lots of little things can go wrong during the initial setup: connections, ...
- Created on March 19, 2014
- 60. Zoom Q4: first look (second look)
- (Recorders)
- ... signal blew off the Q4 meter scale. Next, I pumped the tone generator into my Mackie 1402 panel, and set my output to zero on the Mackie meters. Normally, when I output the Mackie to a digital recorder, ...
- Created on February 09, 2014
- 61. Timecode Threads
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... you change it before the timecode repeats itself. Track deployments. Be consistent in how you assign and utilize your multiple recording channels on the set. At least one channel should be dedicated ...
- Created on October 03, 2013
- 62. Rock N Roller® names Fred Ginsburg CAS as new Manufacturer’s Rep
- (Other Accessories)
- ... Gary Dahl spent some time in the TASCAM booth checking out what I had done with their cart, and asked me to help him design a new configuration that would work for film and video location production.” ...
- Created on September 18, 2013
- 63. Rock N Roller® names Fred Ginsburg CAS as new Manufacturer’s Rep
- (Press Releases)
- ... cart, and asked me to help him design a new configuration that would work for film and video location production.” Fred Ginsburg will be working with a network of dealers to educate users and promote ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 64. Rock N Roller Multi-media Production Cart
- (Other Accessories)
- ... along with a few strong bodies ready to assist in surmounting stairs and obstacles. Introducing the new Rock N Roller Multi-Media Cart Designed to meet the needs of independent filmmakers, Rock N Roller ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 65. About the RnR Multi-Cart
- (Articles)
- ... along with a few strong bodies ready to assist in surmounting stairs and obstacles. Introducing the new Rock N Roller Multi-Media Cart Designed to meet the needs of independent filmmakers, Rock N Roller ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 66. Multi-Cart model R12RT
- (Products)
- ... rugged, foam-filled no-flat 10" x 3” rear wheels and 8"x 2” swivel casters that are designed to navigate rough terrain, including gravel, dirt, grass, cables, or other small obstacles. The patented 8-in-1 ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 67. Rock N Roller Multi-Media Production Cart
- (Products)
- ... all-terrain R12RT basic cart and the new Multi-media 2-tier shelf system Inspired and Designed with input from award winning professional sound mixers Fred Ginsburg CAS, Robert Bigelow CAS, and Steve ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 68. Welcome to RnR Dealer Resources
- (RnR Multi-Cart)
- ... 2-tier workshelf and large diameter all-terrain tires Portable, Lightweight, Versatile Inspired and Designed with input from award winning professional sound mixers Fred Ginsburg CAS, Robert Bigelow ...
- Created on September 10, 2013
- 69. DaVinci Resolve Lite software
- (Post Production)
- Da Vinci Resolve is an extremely powerful color correction tool, found in many of the industry's top post production facilities. But not many people are aware that you can download the lite version for ...
- Created on September 02, 2013
- 70. TASCAM DR60 4-track recorder
- (Recorders)
- ... the DR-60d resembles a "motor drive" of old, and is designed to mount directly under the body of a DSLR camera. There is no question what this recorder is intended for. It is the audio module that your ...
- Created on July 29, 2013
- 71. DCP (digital cinema package)
- (Post Production)
- ... with the following channel assignments: • Channel 1—Left • Channel 2—Right • Channel 3—Center • Channel 4—LFE • Channel 5—Left Surround • Channel 6—Right Surround If two (2) channels of sound (Stereo —LtRt) ...
- Created on March 02, 2013
- 72. Location Sound Bible by Ric Viers
- (Book Reviews)
- ... music videos and more. About The Author Ric Viers is a sound designer and author based in Detroit, Michigan. His location sound credits include hundreds of productions for nearly every major television ...
- Created on January 20, 2013
- 73. Syllabus
- (CTVA 250)
- ... one 16mm group film exercise project and one 5 minute group video during the semester; as well as smaller photographic or video assignments. The group “film” project will be no more than a one-minute ...
- Created on January 16, 2013
- 74. Syllabus
- (CTVA 230)
- ... $30.23) Note: Entire book is available as a free eBook online via the Oviatt Note: Assigned book chapters will be available online via class links. Class links to additional materials for download ...
- Created on January 16, 2013
- 75. Log Sheets, Sound Reports, Header ID
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... stereo live mixes, attenuated "safety" tracks, track assignments, general notes). If it is an "audio only" project, we still create sound reports. However, perhaps instead of scene/take, the audio engineer ...
- Created on December 29, 2012
- 76. Log Sheets, Sound Reports, Header ID
- (Production Planning)
- ... stereo live mixes, attenuated "safety" tracks, track assignments, general notes). If it is an "audio only" project, we still create sound reports. However, perhaps instead of scene/take, the audio engineer ...
- Created on December 29, 2012
- 77. New version v1.20 of Tascam HS-P82
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... Winter NAMM 2013 coming just around the corner, the folks at Tascam asked me to work on a new edition of my popular users guide for their amazing filed recorder. The new version incorporates the significant ...
- Created on December 22, 2012
- 78. Advice for First Feature Indie
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... the Zoom to the camera. The attenuator cable makes a significant sound difference, but the sound STILL isn't of acceptable quality; I'm not trying to make a youtube video, I'm trying to make a full-length ...
- Created on November 14, 2012
- 79. Sign Video
- (Phoca Download / Sign Video)
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 80. Sign Video: ENG44 Portable Mixer
- (Phoca Download / ENG44 Portable Mixer)
- ENG44 Portable Mixer: 4 input, 2 output over-the-shoulder mix panel
- Created on August 21, 2011