- 1. For week ending 17, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... end. Now that we have discussed lavaliers in greater detail, please take another look at the photos of the newsman’s loop and moleskin mounting techniques that you previously turned in. At the time, it ...
- Created on April 11, 2020
- 2. 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
- 3. 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
- 4. 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
- 5. For week ending Dec 11, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... or Schoeps on fishpole b) Senn. 416, MKH60, or AT4073a on fishpole c) Senn. 816, MKH70, or AT4071a on fishpole d) Sony radio mics w. ECM-77 lavaliers e) ElectroVoice RE-16 dynamic cardioid 7) Popping ...
- Created on December 04, 2020
- 6. For week ending Dec 4, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... the difference between PROXIMITY and TRANSPARENT lavaliers. Also, describe how you would determine whether a lavalier was Proximity or Transparent, since no mics are labeled as such. List two examples, ...
- Created on November 21, 2020
- 7. For week ending May 14, 2021
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... MKH70, or AT4071a on fishpole d) Sony radio mics w. ECM-77 lavaliers e) ElectroVoice RE-16 dynamic cardioid 7) Popping caused by a gust of wind striking the microphone element is an example of a) Acoustic ...
- Created on May 10, 2021
- 8. For week ending Nov 1, 2017
- (CSUN - CTVA 230)
- We will finish up Professional Approach; and begin on Lavaliers.
- Created on October 30, 2017
- 9. For week ending Nov 13, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- Our topic this week is Lavaliers. Read the assigned readings about Lavs & Wireless. Some of you still have not turned in Quiz 2 yet..... git r dun!
- Created on November 09, 2020
- 10. For week ending Nov 2, 2018
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- M-W: on Monday we continued to play with mics. On Wed, we will begin learning about Lavaliers. Make sure to read the articles! Halloween costumes are OK in class! Friday is Film Option Advising Day. ...
- Created on October 31, 2018
- 11. 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
- 12. For weeks ending Nov 8 and Nov 15, 2017
- (CSUN - CTVA 230)
- Mondays: computer lab. You should be wrapping up your Projects 1 and 2 and ready to deliver at least a "rough cut" to me. Wed Nov 8: continuation of Lavaliers. We will do some hands-on mixing. Next ...
- Created on November 06, 2017
- 13. Windscreens for lavaliers
- (Tips & Tricks)
- Most official windscreens for lavaliers are pricey. Having spent most of my professional life in the business of using, losing, or multilating the little buggers... I have found some inexpensive solutions. For ...
- Created on September 06, 2011
- 14. [PRESENTATION] Rigging Lavaliers & Wireless Mics
- (Lavalier)
- This is a PDF copy of the visual slideshow that accompanied Fred Ginsburg's presentations at NAB 2011. Audio Technica sponsored a series of free workshops every day of the conference. These graphics discuss ...
- Created on August 25, 2011
- 15. Videos about Sound Recording
- (General)
- ... lavaliers, handhelds. wireless, rigging talent, selecting mics, making windscreens, plant mics, and reflected lavs. Lots of useful tips! If the link does not work, just Google YouTube Audio Technica. ...
- Created on August 19, 2020
- 16. No Excuses for the Low Budget Filmmaker
- (For Students)
- ... mix as well as individual ISO tracks (raw unmixed feeds from each mic). You will need at least a couple of good lavaliers. They do not have to be wireless. Lavs can be deployed on the set as PLANTED ...
- Created on February 10, 2020
- 17. Basic sound package for student productions
- (Production Planning)
- ... Bring some hardwired lavaliers for use either as bodyworn mics or planted mics. I like the Audio Technica AT899 and MT830R, or the Senn MKE-2. The Countryman B3 is nice if you want to isolate an actor ...
- Created on March 22, 2019
- 18. Syllabus
- (CTVA 358)
- ... discussed. Topics Pre-production Sound design Digital recorders Mixing panels Microphone Basics Booming Plant Mics Lavaliers Wireless Sync Playback Multi-track ...
- Created on August 22, 2017
- 19. Syllabus
- (Sample Syllabus)
- ... discussed. Topics Pre-production Sound design Digital recorders Mixing panels Microphone Basics Booming Plant Mics Lavaliers Wireless Sync Playback Multi-track ...
- Created on August 22, 2017
- 20. FREE: How to Put a Mic on Talent
- (News)
- A free bonus for the sound community, courtesy of K-Tek Booms and "The Sound Guy" Thomas Popp. Tom has created an in-depth video tutorial about how to rig lavaliers on talent. Normally, Udemy charges $50 ...
- Created on March 19, 2015
- 21. Lav Rods & Sticks
- (Fred's Blog )
- Very often it is necessary to run a lavalier cable down the front of a shirt, blouse, or dress. Or, perhaps, down the trousers leg of tight fitting slacks. You could do it by inserting your hands ...
- Created on March 12, 2015
- 22. Lav Rods & Sticks (old school style)
- (Lavalier)
- Very often it is necessary to run a lavalier cable down the front of a shirt, blouse, or dress. Or, perhaps, down the trousers leg of tight fitting slacks. You could do it by inserting your hands ...
- Created on March 12, 2015
- 23. Basic Equipment Package
- (Production Planning)
- ... with soldering iron. Stock a small box with everything needed for rigging lavaliers, such as tapes, safety pins, Moleskin, scissors, alcohol wipes, windscreen materials, colored Sharpies, and so on. Find ...
- Created on February 02, 2015
- 24. Class Schedule
- (CTVA 358)
- ... powering) 03/13 QUIZ #2 (Mixers) Mics continued. Shotguns. Record scenes using various mics. 03/20 Spring Break 03/27 Lavaliers & Radio Mics. Rig talent and shoot ...
- Created on January 14, 2014
- 25. Syllabus
- (CTVA 230)
- ... intro to audio editing (Pro Tools); audio podcasts. Mixing panels; digital recorders; Microphone Basics; Booming; Plant Mics; Lavaliers; Wireless; Set Etiquette; Communications; Sync Playback; Multi-track ...
- Created on January 16, 2013
- 26. Duplex Boom Cables
- (Cables & Connections)
- ... microphones in the live mix, such as a second boom mic, plant mics, or lavaliers -- the boom operator needs to be aware of which mics are being played at the time. Note that if you are only using lavaliers ...
- Created on April 06, 2012
- 27. Preparing for NAB 2012
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... will be covering are: the multi-track workflow for features & episodic TV; and selection & rigging of lavaliers. In addition to my presentations, there will also be a presentation by Steve Savanyu about ...
- Created on April 06, 2012
- 28. User Guide to the Tascam HS-P82 for Film/Video Applications
- (Recorders)
- ... to access some areas in the set, the task relies upon fixed or planted mics to cover those difficult spots. In addition, some actors may wear hardwired or wireless lavaliers. In a live mix, all of these ...
- Created on November 29, 2011
- 29. Regarding Senior Thesis Films
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... where will you connect it to the board? Boom mic selection. What specific microphones will you be using, and why? Do you have the required shockmounts, windscreens, zeppelins? Radio mics and lavaliers. ...
- Created on November 12, 2011
- 30. Review of LAPPG one-day workshop on sound
- (Industry Happenings)
- ... the difference between room tone versus background ambiance sound effects. The art of rigging lavaliers outside of clothing, as well as hidden under wardrobe, was then demonstrated in detail. Woody' ...
- Created on October 17, 2011
- 31. Introduction to Production Sound
- (Production Planning)
- ... of clothing noise and body movement. Wrangling multiple lavaliers is never as easy as Producers imagine. Just ask the editor who has to sort out the mess. A two-person sound crew would be able, on the ...
- Created on August 29, 2011
- 32. The Talkshow
- (Sample Exercises)
- In this exercise, students will simulate a live televsion talk show. The object is to learn how to mix at least three lavaliers, without excessive echo caused by keeping all the mics completely open at ...
- Created on August 28, 2011
- 33. [PDF] Guide to the Nagra 4.2 and Production Sound Recording - 2nd Edition
- (Textbooks)
- ... professional approach to sound recording; hierarchy of microphone techniques; shotgun mics; booming; windscreens & shockmounts; mic powering; lavaliers; wireless; mixing panels; consistency; audio for ...
- Created on August 28, 2011
- 34. Priorities of Recording
- (Sound Design)
- ... cleaner dialogue and less background. Move the mic further away, and more background sound joins the dialogue. However, if the actors are wearing lavaliers, all of the close-ups and wider angles will ...
- Created on August 27, 2011
- 35. Types of Microphones
- (Location Sound Recording)
- Sound mixers throw around a lot of jargon when it comes to microphones. Expressions like: podium & desktop, lavaliers, pressure zone or barrier, performance mics, vocal mics, studio/music, studio/narration, ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 36. Audio for Television: Mixing the Basic Event
- (Production Planning)
- ... one dedicated sound effects mic. Lavaliers taped to table surfaces, pressure zone mics, or other sensitive mics may be good choices. We want to exaggerate the sounds of the event in order to add excitement. ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 37. Set Design for Dialogue Recording
- (Production Planning)
- ... do have to perform close to a wall, then the sound dept has to be careful not to reveal the boom shadow (or to use alternative miking such as lavaliers or planted mics). This is where it is valuable to ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 38. Audio for Mini Input
- (Cables & Connections)
- ... a boompole, and use high quality ENG or full condenser shotgun mics. If using lavaliers or wireless mics, pay careful attention to proper placement and rigging. Check for clothing and wind noise. Adjust ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 39. [PDF] Microphone Application Guide
- (Shotgun)
- This is a PDF version of the Audio Technica Microphone Application Guide for Location Dialogue Recording. A simple, 2-page brochure that was developed as a handout to accompany Fred Ginsburg's numerous ...
- Created on August 25, 2011
- 40. Multi-track Recording for Film & Video
- (Recorders)
- ... audio acquired by multiple mics (boom1, boom2, planted mics, and lavaliers) into one cohesive soundtrack (the production track). This live mixed soundtrack would serve as the audio for dailies, and then ...
- Created on August 25, 2011
- 41. Beginners Guide to the ENG 44 Portable Mixer
- (Mix Panels)
- ... two people. Person 1 and Person 2 are both on lavaliers, and you mix them so that both voices appear on both camera tracks. If one person fiddles with their mic while the other person is speaking, you ...
- Created on August 23, 2011
- 42. Using a Mixing Panel for Location Dialogue
- (Mix Panels)
- ... your EQ controls to make other mics in the set (lavaliers, plant mics, hidden mics, a second boom mic) match the sound of your primary mic. Let's assume that most of your show is being covered by a shotgun ...
- Created on August 22, 2011
- 43. Live Demo (local TV remote)
- (Sample Exercises)
- ... be rigged with lavaliers. As this is obviously being played to camera, there is no aesthetic need to hide the microphones under clothing, unless Talent's wardrobe makes the use of a tie bar impractical. ...
- Created on August 21, 2011
- 44. Syllabus
- (Chapman)
- ... recorders Mixing to film/video Microphone Basics Booming Plant Mics Lavaliers Wireless Multi-track workflow Sync Playback Timecode Transfers Intro to Mixdown Unions Budgeting ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 45. Class Projects
- (Chapman)
- ... different microphones and techniques. For example: Man-on-the-street using a handheld dynamic mic. Or, a two person sit-down with both parties wearing lavaliers, or two person sit-down using an overhead ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 46. Class Projects
- (CTVA 358)
- ... cable will plug in to recorder/mixer. 25 ft and 50 ft XLR cables. Short 2 ft or 5 ft XLR cables. XLR cables & adapters or wireless system to feed audio to camera Hardwired lavaliers. Transparent/Proximity. ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 47. Production Sound Class Projects
- (Sample Projects)
- ... cable will plug in to recorder/mixer. 25 ft and 50 ft XLR cables. Short 2 ft or 5 ft XLR cables. XLR cables & adapters or wireless system to feed audio to camera Hardwired lavaliers. Transparent/Proximity. ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 48. Class Schedule
- (Chapman)
- ... multi-track. 04/07 Intro to Lavaliers & Radio Mics. Rig talent and shoot simple "talk show". Please wear or bring button down shirt or blouse; and appropriate undergarment if you are shy about ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 49. Spring Class Schedule and Due Dates
- (CTVA 230)
- ... Spring Break. No classes. 10 Mar 27-29 Professional Approach, Pre-production planning. Quiz two. 11 Apr 3-5 Lavaliers; Hands-on Production Mix: TV Talkshow Current ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 50. Chapter 4: Personnel of a Professional Sound Crew
- (Series - Preparing for Your Shoot)
- ... ad-libs, sound effects, and actors missing their marks. Boom Operators may also need to skilled on the operation of the Fisher Microphone Boom. They also need to know how to rig lavaliers and radio mics. ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 51. Rigging Wireless Microphones
- (Wireless)
- ... lavaliers plugged into them certainly do! Rig your lavaliers the same as you would if they were hardwired. For the benefit of readers who missed the article on lavalier mics, here are a few pointers: ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 52. Introduction to Wireless Microphones
- (Wireless)
- ... lavalier, it might be possible to trail a mic line from talent's ankle. Some scenes can be started on a wireless for the master shot, and then switched to boom mics or hardwired lavaliers for the closer ...
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 53. [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
- 54. Selection and Use of Lavalier Microphones
- (Lavalier)
- ... microphone small enough to be worn on the body and/or hidden in the set. A brief history The first lavaliers used by our industry were large, dynamic microphones about the size of a cigar tube. These ...
- Created on August 18, 2011
- 55. Selection and Use of Shotgun Microphones
- (Shotgun)
- ... perspective; and a natural blend of dialogue and sound effects (footsteps, hand prop noise, etc.) In contrast, body-worn lavaliers only provide a constant perspective (close-up sound) and may not pick ...
- Created on August 18, 2011
- 56. Microphone Powering
- (General)
- ... Powering for these mics is usually supplied via a built-in battery supply, found either in the "handle" of the mic or in the connector. Virtually all of your professional lavaliers are of the electret ...
- Created on August 17, 2011
- 57. Hierarchy of Microphone Techniques
- (Audio Techniques)
- ... with an overhead boom. Perspective can be improved by using some simple cheats. Place the lavaliers further down on the chest or further away from the voice to "open" up the sound. Two people standing ...
- Created on August 17, 2011
- 58. Workshops & Seminars
- (Workshops)
- ... and application of microphones. Microphone boom techniques. Advanced usage of lavaliers and wireless mics. Including how to rig lavaliers. Advanced use of plant mics. Use of the portable mixing ...
- Created on August 17, 2011
- 59. Chapter 7: Defining Equipment Packages
- (Series - Preparing for Your Shoot)
- ... documentary production, the sound mixer might want to add a couple of lavaliers, or radio mics, for interviews. Daily rental is maybe $75 to $100 per day, excluding radio mics (around $50 each). ENG ...
- Created on August 16, 2011
- 60. Audio Technica: Rigging Lavaliers & Wireless Mics
- (Phoca Download / Rigging Lavaliers & Wireless Mics)
- Rigging Lavaliers & Wireless Mics
- Created on August 26, 2011