- 1. Audio concerns for shooting with RED cam
- (General Questions)
- ... audio inputs to the RED. "I have heard from my camera person regarding your question on XLR inputs stereo mini inputs.The Red has mini-xlr inputs, and he says he has the adapters. "The best ...
- Created on August 30, 2011
- 2. For week ending April 2, 2021
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... from shot to shot c) so that you can pre-slate d) for smooth control over the input signal 9) You are using a Mackie 1402 mixing panel to feed audio to your 4-track recorder and need to connect 3 “direct ...
- Created on March 29, 2021
- 3. For week ending Oct 30, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... a Mackie 1402 mixing panel to feed audio to your 4-track recorder and need to connect 3 “direct outs” from the panel to the inputs of the recorder. To do this you will need: a) stereo RCA to XLR male ...
- Created on October 26, 2020
- 4. Nagra 4.2 recorder for video production?
- (General Questions)
- ... audio (the 4.2 is monaural, not stereo nor 2-track) and records a sync pulse on the audio to keep it is sync for playback or transfer. When the audio is played back, with the internal synchronizer (resolver) ...
- Created on August 30, 2011
- 5. Painter Pole Audio Adapter
- (Fred's Blog )
- I am happy to announce that WindTech Audio (aka Olsen Audio) has finally made one of my little wishes come true. For years, many of us have struggled with the problem of how to utilize an inexpensive painters ...
- Created on September 15, 2014
- 6. Audio Performance of the RED One Camera
- (Videography)
- Written by our friends over at Sound Devices, acclaimed manufacturer of digital recorders and field mixers. Since it began shipping, Sound Devices has received numerous inquiries concerning audio interconnection ...
- Created on August 28, 2011
- 7. Audio for Television: Mixing the Basic Event
- (Production Planning)
- ... omni or cardioid "reporter's mic" to pick up their audio. A dynamic mic will give you the cleanest sound with the least amount of background noise. Omni mics such as the ElectroVoice RE50, Audio Technica ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 8. Audio for Mini Input
- (Cables & Connections)
- HDSLR, small format digital video camcorders and pocket digital audio recorders are being used ever increasingly for professional application. In addition, there are still those rare occasions when we ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 9. Audio Fundamentals Reading List
- (CTVA 230)
- ... Mix Panel Basics ENG Mixers for Production Sound Audio Metering: An Introduction Mic Level vs Line Level Consistency in Sound Recording Beginners Guide to the ENG44 Using the Digital FX ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 10. [REVIEW] Audio Technica BP896
- (Lavalier)
- ... touches of the BP896 is that it comes pre-configured with the standard Audio Technica 4-pin locking connector that is found on all of the Audio Technica wireless bodypaks; and the AT8539 power module that ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 11. 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
- 12. Basic sound package for student productions
- (Production Planning)
- ... purpose “short shotgun” such as the Audio Technica 4073 or Sennheiser MKH60; a “wide angle” condenser cardioid to eliminate echo in a tight room, such as an Audio Technica 4051 or a Senn MKH40; and a “long ...
- Created on March 22, 2019
- 13. Using your production recording tracks strategically
- (Recorders)
- Using your recording tracks strategically: a multi-track workflow for location sound recording Today’s sound mixer or videographer has a choice of recording location audio to one or multiple recording ...
- Created on March 18, 2018
- 14. ProTools: Interface or Bus
- (Post Production)
- A confusing area for novice Pro Tools users is the distinction between the choice of “interface” or “bus” when selecting inputs and outputs for audio tracks. The term “interface” relates to a piece ...
- Created on September 20, 2016
- 15. Basic Equipment Package
- (Production Planning)
- ... 85 ohms. Favorites include Sony MDR7506 and Audio Technica ATH-M50/M50x, ATH-M40x, ATH-M35, ATH-M30x. For booming, I like the K-Tek poles very much. You need at least one good pole, not less than 12 ...
- Created on February 02, 2015
- 16. 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
- 17. Good source for cables
- (Fred's Blog )
- People are always asking me if I could recommend a reliable and inexpensive source for purchasing miscellaneous computer, HDMI, and audio cables/adapters. Sure, you can find them in the big box electronic ...
- Created on May 20, 2014
- 18. Zoom Q4: first look (second look)
- (Recorders)
- ... everyone’s eye was the more traditional ergonomics of the unit, along with the ability to record 1080/30HD video MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MOV)) along with professional grade audio up to 24bit/96k! Of course ...
- Created on February 09, 2014
- 19. 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
- 20. Duplex Boom Cables
- (Cables & Connections)
- You wouldn't think about using a camera without any type of viewfinder, so why would you want to boom a shot without headphones? The boom operator must be able to monitor not only the audio that his/her ...
- Created on April 06, 2012
- 21. Some product news from Tascam
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... draw very little amperage). The iXZ sells for around $50 or $60 bucks. Tascam will be coming out with a software app to use for recording, or you can just use any of the existing audio apps that are out ...
- Created on December 01, 2011
- 22. User Guide to the Tascam HS-P82 for Film/Video Applications
- (Recorders)
- ... to be able to record audio that occurred a few seconds BEFORE you pressed the RECORD button! Meter Setup From the MENU button, select Meter Setup. You normally should not need to make adjustments to ...
- Created on November 29, 2011
- 23. ISO outputs from Mackie mixers
- (Mix Panels)
- The goal of mixing to multi-track is to be able to record a live production mix along with iso tracks of each major microphone input, so that the audio post production sound editors have the option of ...
- Created on November 13, 2011
- 24. Regarding Senior Thesis Films
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... not available, how are you going to power up your gear. Don’t just assume that there will be stable generators; more times than not, the power from many generators can be erratic and cause audio hum/buzz. ...
- Created on November 12, 2011
- 25. CSUN Films FBI psa'
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... Division. I thought that it might be educational to talk about the Production Audio aspects of this shoot. But first, a brief overview of what was involved. Over the course of two days, a crew made ...
- Created on November 01, 2011
- 26. Foley on a Shoestring Budget
- (Post Production)
- ... The Foley Stage includes some manner of projection (film or video), along with the ability to record audio in sync with the picture. The studio itself features acoustic wall panels that are hard surfaced ...
- Created on August 29, 2011
- 27. Monitoring the Soundtrack
- (Audio Techniques)
- A cameraman would never judge composition and good lighting based on what he or she hears. Likewise, a soundperson would be a fool to record audio based solely on what they see. Yet all too often, that ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 28. Adding Phone Conversations to your Recording
- (Audio Techniques)
- ... The ENG-44 mixer fed audio to the VES/Delta 3000 deskbook, which connected to London via Skype. Back to the original premise of this article: How to Record a Phone Conversation. Rather than being ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 29. Introduction to Shockmounts
- (Windscreens & Shockmounts)
- ... audio distortion on your tracks, these low frequencies should be controlled before the signal is processed by the mic electronics (which is where pre-amps come in). The solution to rumble lies in isolating ...
- Created on August 25, 2011
- 30. Beginners Guide to the ENG 44 Portable Mixer
- (Mix Panels)
- ... only takes you button by button through the operation of the ENG44, but explains a lot of audio basics along the way. Batteries The ENG 44, created by Sign Video, operates from four AA alkaline batteries. ...
- Created on August 23, 2011
- 31. ENG Mixing Panels for Production Sound
- (Mix Panels)
- ... documentary – the mix panel serves as a remote input system for audio recording (such as the Shure FP33 at left). By this, I mean that the mixing panel is an extension of the camcorder, allowing the soundperson ...
- Created on August 23, 2011
- 32. Using a Mixing Panel for Location Dialogue
- (Mix Panels)
- At first glimpse, a professional mixing board may appear intimidating to the novice filmmaker. But they are actually fairly simple to master, and are the heart of location audio recording. In the olde ...
- Created on August 22, 2011
- 33. [VIDEO] Mic Basics Series
- (General)
- About the Mic Basics Series This is a series of video demonstrations that Fred originally made with his audio class at CSUN. These were live, off the cuff, lectures and demo's that were taped by his students. ...
- Created on August 21, 2011
- 34. Class Projects
- (Chapman)
- ... audio projects must be turned in as digital audio files, formatted in the preferred industry formats of WAV or BWF. Video projects must be turned in as standard DVD, playable in consumer DVD players. DO ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 35. Class Projects
- (CTVA 358)
- ... project package should include: 1) Your Project Media The audio interview project must be turned in as digital audio files, formatted in the preferred industry formats of WAV or BWF. Always submit ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 36. Production Sound Class Projects
- (Sample Projects)
- ... project package should include: 1) Your Project Media The audio interview project must be turned in as digital audio files, formatted in the preferred industry formats of WAV or BWF. Always submit ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 37. Production Sound Reading List
- (College Classes)
- ... Your Crew Expects of You Deal Memo's Understanding Mixing Panels Mix Panel Basics ENG Mixers for Production Sound Audio Metering: An Introduction Mic Level vs Line Level Do you really ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 38. Reading List
- (CTVA 358)
- ... Deal Memo's Understanding Mixing Panels Mix Panel Basics ENG Mixers for Production Sound Audio Metering: An Introduction Consistency in Sound Recording Beginners Guide to the ENG44 Using ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 39. Reading List
- (Education)
- ... Deal Memo's Understanding Mixing Panels Mix Panel Basics ENG Mixers for Production Sound Audio Metering: An Introduction Consistency in Sound Recording Beginners Guide to the ENG44 Using ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 40. Rigging Wireless Microphones
- (Wireless)
- ... the set. It is more efficient to run a long length of audio cable from the receiver back to the mixing panel than to run a long antenna cable. Think in terms of clean line-of-sight. The best place ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 41. Introduction to Wireless Microphones
- (Wireless)
- ... at the same time. When two transmitters are operating simultaneously, the result is not a blending of the audio as some would expect, but rather a jamming of each other's encoded RF transmissions. However, ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 42. Microphone Powering
- (General)
- ... (audio signals). Dynamic microphones require a fair amount of kinetic energy, which in turn makes them not as sensitive to subtle noises or faint sounds. On the other hand, because they are so mechanically ...
- Created on August 17, 2011
- 43. Chapter 7: Defining Equipment Packages
- (Series - Preparing for Your Shoot)
- ... Mic Channel This is the video equivalent of the (film) one-mic channel. Since audio in video is recorded on the camcorder instead of a stand-alone audio recorder, the package does not always include ...
- Created on August 16, 2011
- 44. Equipment Advice: Selecting Boompoles & Shotgun Mics
- (Boompoles)
- Why use a boom? Because of all of the techniques available to us, the simple boompole with shotgun mic allows us to get the most professional audio with the least amount of fuss. Let's briefly look at ...
- Created on August 15, 2011