Loudspeaker Technology Part 9: Methods of Controlling Directivity July 25^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

The need for good directivity in loudspeakers cannot be sufficiently emphasised and remains an area that speaker designers sometimes neglect. The result destroys acoustic realism and makes loudspeakers sound like loudspeakers instead of like the original sound.

Using a Bell Curve for Speakers, Mix Audio for the Masses July 24^th 2017 - 12:05 PM

In creating a balanced audio mix, we are constantly reminded to listen to the results on the widest range of speakers possible in order to get well rounded sound. This is easier said than done, since speakers sound different and some can throw your mix off balance.

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.

On Using Headphones and Studio Monitors for Mixing July 11^th 2017 - 11:00 AM

One of the most frequent questions that audio manufacturers get is whether their engineering customers should mix sound on headphones or studio monitors. The answer is simple. High quality mixes can be achieved on either…or both.

Auto-Mix As One Element On The Way To Object-Based Audio July 10^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

The world of broadcast audio is about to reach new levels as the industry embraces the future with Next Generation Audio (NGA). While precisely what features will be offered remain unknown, several 3D Immersive formats are already under development and soon will find their way into broadcast production and distribution.

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.

What Not to Do While Interning at a Pro Audio Facility July 4^th 2017 - 01:00 PM

It’s the summer and intern season for many young people seeking a career in pro audio. Let’s say you got the job. How do you make your mark and use that internship start a successful career? To begin, don’t make the same mistakes that many interns do.

A Neat Trick for Audio Interviews on the Run July 3^rd 2017 - 09:00 AM

In our media centric world today, getting a good quality interview on a breaking news story with someone on the move can be difficult. If your subject carries a smartphone, here’s a trick that enables an interview of excellent quality from virtually anywhere.

As Podcasting Goes Pro, So Does the Gear to Produce Them June 30^th 2017 - 10:00 AM

Podcasting may have begun as a consumer application, but now thousands of professionals have a found a paying niche with specialty programming aimed at listeners throughout the world. As podcasts continue to grow, equipment manufacturers are targeting the market with a range of speciality gear.

How to Make Any Pro Sound System Amateur-Friendly June 28^th 2017 - 01:50 PM

For most professionals, setting up an audio system is a routine event — whether it be for recording, broadcast or even a PA system. But what happens when circumstances require that an amateur take the wheel. It happens more than you might expect. Here are some ways to not only protect t…