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…

Use Natural Sound to Jumpstart Your Video June 28^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

Natural sound — the ambient audio around us at all locations — can be harnessed to add depth and detail for video productions. Or, it can be totally ignored. Learning the subtleties of natural sound can make anyone a more compelling video producer.

Always Getting Good Sound for Live Broadcasts June 26^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

On live broadcasts, getting good sound on anything or any subject is a skill set demanded of all sound operators. In today’s highly segmented world, however, those skills can be lost if not constantly tested. Here are some general rules to ensure that good sound is always there.