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Regards,
Ty Ford
Ty Ford’s “Audio Bootcamp Field Guide” was written for video people who want better audio. Find out more at https://www.tyford.com
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Pretty easy to jump to the conclusion that no one was listening.
As to the removing, the tools available today to reduce buzz, more often than not, make the audio unusable in the end.
I can understand why you’re disappointed. There’s no magic fix. Killing the messenger doesn’t usually make things any better, though. 🙂
Ty Ford
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Hi April,
Interesting that you presume the shooter does the listening. Over here where I am, the shooter shoots and usually would rather not have to concentrate on both picture and sound. Shooter and sound person work together as a team. There’s more than enough detail to keep each person busy. On some shoots, the director has his/her own feed as well.
Of the many audio problem posts I answer, the most frequent problem is that no one was listening continually. People don’t shoot without looking through the viewfinder. Typically one blows a gig because of bad audio and learns from it to never neglect the audio in the future. Hopefully, this will be your/their reality check.
BTW, the second most often asked question is what one mic can one buy to do everything. The answer is you can’t expecct one mic to do everything.
The third most often asked question is which shotgun to buy for interior shots. The answer is — trick questions!!– NO shotgun should be used inside unless you are inside on a shooting stage. A hypercardioid is a much better choice.
Regards,
Ty Ford
Ty Ford’s “Audio Bootcamp Field Guide” was written for video people who want better audio. Find out more at https://www.tyford.com
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bingo!
Ty Ford
Ty Ford’s “Audio Bootcamp Field Guide” was written for video people who want better audio. Find out more at https://www.tyford.com
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SHure and Audio Technica both make auto mixers that have at least four inputs that output in mono. You can use individual mics on each person, PZM mics for each person or any combination. AT makes a four mic PZM centerpiece that can also work with their 4 channel auto mixer.
Human intervention can help, but if the speaking is extemporaneous, you really can’t do as much mixing because you don’t know who will be speaking or shutting up.
Regards,
Ty Ford
Ty Ford’s “Audio Bootcamp Field Guide” was written for video people who want better audio. Find out more at https://www.tyford.com
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There is no one recipe. You do what works for each situation, or within each minute of each situation.
Regards,
Ty Ford
Ty Ford’s “Audio Bootcamp Field Guide” was written for video people who want better audio. Find out more at https://www.tyford.com
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and next time, listen, listen and then, um, listen.
Ty Ford
Ty Ford’s “Audio Bootcamp Field Guide” was written for video people who want better audio. Find out more at https://www.tyford.com
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Toys and how to use them to get really good audio and then compress and limit the bejeebers out of it. You can do that with plugins or outboard gear.
Ty Ford
Ty Ford’s “Audio Bootcamp Field Guide” was written for video people who want better audio. Find out more at https://www.tyford.com
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Thanks Larry,
I looked at it. Seems like you get what you pay for. The Sachlter goes down to 20 inches and has more drag contol and a mid spreader.
As a migrating audio guy, I am becoming overwhelmed.
Ty
Ty Ford’s “Audio Bootcamp Field Guide” was written for video people who want better audio. Find out more at https://www.tyford.com
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OK,
What about:
Sachtler
Sachtler DV-4II Aluminum Tripod System – consists of: DV-4II Fluid Head, DA-75L 1-Stage Tripod, Mid-Level Spreader and Padded Case – Supports 13.2 lbs
Mfr# 0432