Audio Monitor Setup Guide June 17^th 2015 - 12:55 PM

The right monitors, the correct setup, proper sound. In this guide to the setup of audio monitor loudspeakers, find out about the listening area, how to place monitors for the best results, and how to improve the room acoustics.

Implementing MPEG-H Audio in Television Broadcast Operations June 10^th 2015 - 08:04 AM

The coding efficiency of audio compression is about to improve markedly because of a new MPEG audio standard—MPEG-H. This standard will permit many new and useful capabilities for those involved in television audio.

Installing Speakers? Learn The Craft or Get Professional Help June 9^th 2015 - 01:55 PM

Many elements of audio production have gotten simpler over the years. Even amateurs can learn to do basic multitrack recording at home with a brief tutorial. However, one area still not for the faint of heart is speaker installation and calibration. It requires training and practice, or professional set-up to…

When It Comes To Parabolic Mics, Larger Is Not Always Better April 15^th 2015 - 08:00 AM

In 2011, the Fox network went on a search for a better parabolic microphone to use in its sports programming. When the company could not fine one, it asked an engineering contractor if he could design and build a better mic.

Wide-Area Networking & Remote Production March 31^st 2015 - 10:43 AM

The use of wide-area audio networking makes possible the remote production of live TV events, where large geographical distances separate the production facilities and the events that are being televised. There is growing interest in this area from broadcasters, both in the potential for significant reductions in production costs as…

How a “Genius” Engineer Designed the First Noise Cancelling Headsets February 19^th 2015 - 09:00 AM

Dr. Amar Bose used his innovation and imagination to create a highly successful company, which still carries his name. To pass on his knowledge, he was a professor at MIT for more than 45 years.

Working Videographers Offer New Solutions For Audio-Video Sync Market February 17^th 2015 - 10:55 AM

Since small format video began, videographers have been forced to invent many of the tools they needed. In one niche area — a very important one — three videographers are now competing to build the best software to automatically sync audio with video.

Next Generation TV to Offer Expanded Audio Functionality For All Devices February 5^th 2015 - 02:52 PM

The ATSC continues its work on the next-generation television standard, known as ATSC 3.0. The committee is now looking for ways to deliver an immersive audio experience in the form of multiple channels which enable consumers to focus on specific “objects” or audio elements within content.

Super Bowl Audio—World Class February 2^nd 2015 - 04:00 PM

The Super Bowl is as much about sound as it is the specular images generated by millions of dollars in video gear.

NEP Carries Super Bowl Responsibility Over The Line January 26^th 2015 - 08:10 AM

There are select sports which attract an audience far beyond that of the immediate game or fan base. The Super Bowl is one such event. And all things being equal, it is on track to exceed last year’s record 111.5 million viewers to become the most viewed telecast not only…