Deciphering the Complex Jargon of SD Cards August 9^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

SD memory cards may all look the same, but as any experienced user knows there are now a myriad of different types of cards at a range of prices — all defined by complex terminology on each card. It has become essential for buyers to learn what all the jargon means. H…

Basics for Newcomers to Wireless Microphones August 8^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

Perhaps the reason for the popularity of wireless microphones is the fascination with getting rid of cords to all electronic devices — from headphones to personal computers. But one thing is certain, wireless mics are proliferating fast, even though the spectrum for such devices is drying up. For newcomers in the w…

Avoiding Outdoor Wind Noise When Recording With Lavalier Mics July 19^th 2017 - 11:00 AM

When working outdoors with lavalier microphones, wind can overwhelm the audio with objectionable noise — and there is no way to fix it after the fact. There are, however, some simple ways to prevent it.

Separating Pro from Consumer USB Microphones July 5^th 2017 - 10:00 AM

When USB microphones came on the market, they were mostly low-cost, plug-and-play devices designed to offer ease of use for consumers. Now, as the mics have gotten better, smaller and more portable, pros are attracted the convenience of USB mics and accessories for a wide range of work.

Cable Management Tops the List for Annoying, but Essential, Audio Chores July 4^th 2017 - 04:00 PM

On one of my first media jobs, the manager put a sign on the wall that said: “A clean kit is a happy kit.” What he meant, of course, was to label recorded tapes, re-charge spent batteries, keep things in their place and make sure all cables are properly wound and…

Using Shotgun Microphones to Record High Quality Sound on Location June 21^st 2017 - 01:05 PM

Recording high quality sound at noisy outdoor locations can be a real challenge for videographers. Here is some advice on using shotgun microphones to help ensure that location sound is not only useable, but of top quality.

Getting a “Live” Sound in a Tiny Studio June 6^th 2017 - 11:00 AM

As recording has gradually moved away from large studios to small spaces, the difficulty to getting a big “live” sound has become more difficult to achieve. There are, however, some tricks that allow the expansion of small rooms to sound much bigger than ever expected.

Seizing the Opportunities of Immersive Audio in Storytelling May 31^st 2017 - 12:05 PM

The stars are aligning for a new era of immersive audio in storytelling. Audiobook sales are steadily growing, the popularity of non-musical audio in personal podcasts is exploding and immersive audio technology is making compelling audio cheaper and easier to produce.

HPA Tech Retreat 2017 (Part 2) – Delivery, Quality, Innovators May 30^th 2017 - 12:05 PM

The HPA Retreat took place in February in Palm Springs, CA. Part 1 of this two-part series can be found in the link at the end of this article.

The Iris-less Lens: Has Its Time Finally Come? May 30^th 2017 - 10:00 AM

An Iris-free lens? This revolutionary technology will be here soon. But what will it mean to shooters and videographers and the images they capture?