- 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)
- ... A line level output from a mixing panel going in to a mic level camcorder input will sound a) very low & feint b) okay c) loud & distorted d) mute e) missing from headphones 2) A mic level output from ...
- Created on March 29, 2021
- 3. For week ending Dec 11, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... level and line level? What would you hear in your headphones and see on the meters if you are feeding mic level into a line level input? What would you hear in your headphones and see on the meters if ...
- Created on December 04, 2020
- 4. For week ending May 14, 2021
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... see on the meters if you are feeding mic level into a line level input? What would you hear in your headphones and see on the meters if you are feeding line level into a mic level input? 2) For best results ...
- Created on May 10, 2021
- 5. For week ending Oct 30, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... A line level output from a mixing panel going in to a mic level camcorder input will sound a) very low & feint b) okay c) loud & distorted d) mute e) missing from headphones 2) A mic level ...
- Created on October 26, 2020
- 6. Handheld digital recorders...
- (General Questions)
- ... a small handheld digital recorder. I'm looking at both the Tascam DR-40 or Zoom H4n? Both have 2 XLR inputs which puts them above most models in the handheld category. However, when I graduate I would ...
- Created on November 25, 2012
- 7. New 664 recorder from Sound Devices
- (Product Announcements)
- ... 664 has six input channels and four output bus channels, all recordable for a total of 10-tracks. Other features include Ambient time code, intuitive menus via color LCD interface, multiple mic/line output ...
- Created on September 12, 2012
- 8. Quick instructions for PMD660 recorder
- (Tips & Tricks)
- ... When finished, press MENU/STORE button to save all changes. Suggestions: 1. Preset 1 = line input, PCM-48k, stereo, manual level. For input from a mixer. 2. Preset 2 = mic input, PCM-48k, stereo, ...
- Created on September 06, 2011
- 9. Tascam dr-100/MKII vs Marantz PMD660/661
- (General Questions)
- ... (Retail: $599, Online NEW: $319) (release fall 2011) tascam.com/product/dr-100mkii/ ^with a somewhat similar price point here are the key differences I have found that the MKII offers: +Locking XLR inputs ...
- Created on September 19, 2012
- 10. Mic Level vs Line Level
- (Recorders)
- In the audio world, input and output levels come in two basic flavors: Mic Level and Line Level. Line Level is technically the correct voltage level for our audio signals to travel along wires from ...
- Created on April 09, 2016
- 11. Audio for Mini Input
- (Cables & Connections)
- ... examine why this happens and how to fix it. Most camcorders will readily accept the industry standard 250 ohm low-impedance microphone input signal, so the problem is not that of matching impedance level ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 12. Don't Look Down.... the art of mixin
- (Mix Panels)
- ... all of your inputs are going to be at different starting levels. If you just used tape and a Sharpie to mark off the fader or knob positions, it would be difficult to rapidly adjust each input during the ...
- Created on April 07, 2021
- 13. Software for Podcasting
- (Production Advice)
- ... output, or a USB-XLR microphone interface box (aka a mic to USB adapter box, such as the Presonus Audiobox USB96 that can handle one or two inputs). If your computer can support 1/8-inch stereo mic input, ...
- Created on February 11, 2021
- 14. Do you really need a mixing panel?
- (Mix Panels)
- ... for them to hear TONE, or sound effects mics. Making the most of your available record tracks The mixing panel not only gives you total control over each input, but it allows you to control your outputs. ...
- Created on June 25, 2019
- 15. Basic sound package for student productions
- (Production Planning)
- ... older 788, along with its CL-9 board – only because the 788 has 8 inputs for mic/line, compared to the 688 which only offers 6 mic/line along with 6 line only (assuming that your radio mics provide line ...
- Created on March 22, 2019
- 16. Using your production recording tracks strategically
- (Recorders)
- ... now available to use? One technique is to not mix the mics, but to record each input onto its own discreet track. This requires less judgement and skill than live mixing; hence these sound people became ...
- Created on March 18, 2018
- 17. 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
- 18. Basic Audio for Indie Project
- (Production Planning)
- ... part to fix in the mix. A great way to do this is by reducing all of the background sounds to the minimum. Another method used by professionals is lowering your recording input levels to -12 decibels and ...
- Created on July 14, 2016
- 19. What is a dynamic mic?
- (General)
- ... levels are properly matched to work directly with most microphone level inputs for good signal-to-noise ratio. They are capable of smooth, extended frequency response for accurate reproduction of vocals ...
- Created on August 25, 2015
- 20. System 10 Wireless: First Look
- (News)
- ... to a DSLR or camcorder. I used it with my Zoom Q4 camcorder and everything sounded great. To use the System 10 with a more professional input, such as a balanced XLR, all you have to do is to slide the ...
- Created on November 23, 2014
- 21. Zoom Q4: first look (second look)
- (Recorders)
- ... variably controlled by a rocker switch on the side. That jack can also serve as a line level output instead. Also on the rear of the camera is a stereo mini input jack, for mic or line level external ...
- Created on February 09, 2014
- 22. TASCAM DR60 4-track recorder
- (Recorders)
- ... wave file), 16 bit or 24 bit, 48 K. Inputs 1 & 2 are XLR combination jacks that accept XLR or 1/4-inch, mic level or line level. 48v Phantom is available in the XLR's. The secondary input (3 & 4) is ...
- Created on July 29, 2013
- 23. Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video
- (Shotgun)
- ... reach of the condensers. However, being powered from an internal AA battery can be very convenient when working with less professional camcorders or audio devices that lack either XLR inputs or 48v Phantom ...
- Created on May 22, 2013
- 24. Advice for First Feature Indie
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... subsequently purchased a Zoom h4n recorder and, after plugging it directly into my camera via the standard 3.5mm audio input and still receiving awful quality, I also purchased an attenuator cable to connect ...
- Created on November 14, 2012
- 25. Updates for the Tascam HS-P82
- (Recorders)
- ... name using conventional file renaming in Windows or Mac (which was the old way of doing it). Another very useful improvement to the Tascam is that we can now adjust the incoming level of LINE INPUT feeds ...
- Created on October 21, 2012
- 26. User Guide to the Tascam HS-P82 for Film/Video Applications
- (Recorders)
- ... controls the level for your analog “line level input” such as when you plug in an external mixing panel. So in practice, you would select the -20dB button for recording tone, but later you may need to ...
- Created on November 29, 2011
- 27. 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
- 28. CSUN Films FBI psa'
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... for a stereo input/output, rather than monaural. Boom operators do not need to listen in stereo; in fact, it can be quite disconcerting to monitor different mics in different ears. I have taught my students ...
- Created on November 01, 2011
- 29. Introduction to Production Sound
- (Production Planning)
- ... panel is of paramount importance. On a set, it is not so often a question of mixing a large number of inputs as it is being able to exert control over one or two. A good panel should offer four to eight ...
- Created on August 29, 2011
- 30. Foley on a Shoestring Budget
- (Post Production)
- ... the picture. In that case, you would connect the line output from a mixing panel to the line input on your laptop, and record audio directly to the editing program. But if your editing setup is not that ...
- Created on August 29, 2011
- 31. Audio Performance of the RED One Camera
- (Videography)
- ... Devices elected to concentrate audio tests on performance of the camera’s line-level inputs. Our brief listening test of the microphone inputs verified that they are not suitable for anything but a scratch ...
- Created on August 28, 2011
- 32. Audio for Television: Mixing the Basic Event
- (Production Planning)
- ... personal receiver with earpiece, worn by talent. For example, I use the Listen Tech system quite often because it is relatively inexpensive and the basic input cable has an RCA line input (for the Aux ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 33. Monitoring the Soundtrack
- (Audio Techniques)
- ... Aux Send volume control, there are individual Aux controls for every input. Normally, just set these to the default detent or middle position. Some inputs, such as an external tone generator, audience ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 34. Adding Phone Conversations to your Recording
- (Audio Techniques)
- ... Video and sold by pro audio dealers such as Equipment Emporium) is extremely affordable and fully portable. The ENG-44 can accept up to four XLR inputs (mic or line level) and has true 48vPhantom mic powering. ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 35. Multi-track Recording for Film & Video
- (Recorders)
- ... to record up to eight (or more) external inputs as iso’s, while simultaneously assigning and mixing down these channels to an additional pair of stereo tracks. The recording level for each input is initially ...
- Created on August 25, 2011
- 36. Beginners Guide to the ENG 44 Portable Mixer
- (Mix Panels)
- ... source. You can operate the ENG 44 from AC by plugging in the 12v power adapter that comes with the unit. XLR Inputs There are four balanced XLR MIC/LINE inputs on the left side (input side) of ...
- Created on August 23, 2011
- 37. 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
- 38. Using a Mixing Panel for Location Dialogue
- (Mix Panels)
- ... devices that can typically accept three or four mic inputs. Volume is controlled by rotating knobs (technically known as pots or potentiometers). There are switches for cutting out extra bass. Essentially, ...
- Created on August 22, 2011
- 39. Class Projects
- (Chapman)
- ... or adapter box to plug into a common camcorder or DSLR (stereo mini connector) if your camcorder lacks professional XLR inputs. If you prefer, you may also record double system onto a separate audio recorder. ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 40. Class Projects
- (CTVA 358)
- ... cable or adapter box to plug into a common camcorder (stereo mini connector) if your camcorder or DSLR lacks professional XLR inputs. If you prefer, you may also record double system onto a separate audio ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 41. Production Sound Class Projects
- (Sample Projects)
- ... cable or adapter box to plug into a common camcorder (stereo mini connector) if your camcorder or DSLR lacks professional XLR inputs. If you prefer, you may also record double system onto a separate audio ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 42. Production Sound Reading List
- (College Classes)
- The Basics Elements of the Soundtrack series Introduction to Production Sound Priorities of the Mixer The Hierarchy of Mic Techniques Log sheets, sound reports, headers Calling for the roll ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 43. Audio Fundamentals Reading List
- (CTVA 230)
- CTVA 230 students: IMPORTANT NOTE In addition to the Readings list on this site, there is a special link for the class for downloading additional course materials including handouts and Pro Tools session ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 44. Using the Digital Effects Processor
- (Mix Panels)
- ... mic input from exceeding a volume limit, but allowing 90% of the actor’s voice to go into the red? If you are going to keep the actor from shouting his way into distortion, then you would want to apply ...
- Created on August 18, 2011
- 45. Selection and Use of Shotgun Microphones
- (Shotgun)
- ... people. As stated before, dynamic mics do not require any external powering, and plug directly into the MIC INPUT of a mixer/recorder. Electret condenser mics are self-powered (by an internal battery) ...
- Created on August 18, 2011
- 46. Microphone Powering
- (General)
- ... voice track. Dynamic microphones do not require any sort of external powering. Just connect them directly to a microphone level input and they are ready for use. The next division of microphone power ...
- Created on August 17, 2011
- 47. Chapter 7: Defining Equipment Packages
- (Series - Preparing for Your Shoot)
- ... a recorder. However, since most camcorders do not offer adequate mic mixing (input control) and the fact that camcorders are carried by the cameraman -- a small mixing panel is absolutely necessary. Contents ...
- Created on August 16, 2011
- 48. Shure: FP11 Mic to Line Pre-amp
- (Phoca Download / FP11 Mic to Line Pre-amp)
- FP11 Mic to Line Pre-amp: Single input , microphone level to line level output pre-amp
- Created on August 21, 2011