RØDE Wireless Go Microphone Sets a New Standard for Compact Size April 24^th 2019 - 12:05 PM

It’s the year of small-sized gear and RØDE may have set some records with its new ultra compact Wireless Go, a 2.4GHz system with a transmitter and receiver weighing only one ounce each.

Sennheiser Sets a New Ease of Use and Low Price with its XS Wireless System April 8^th 2019 - 10:00 AM

In 2015, Sennheiser introduced its 1.9 GHz AVX wireless microphone system. Not only did it set a new low-cost standard for professional systems, but it was the easiest to use wireless system ever built. Now, Sennheiser has raised the bar again, bringing the entry price even lower and creating a system that…

Don’t Miss These Two Popular Articles February 20^th 2019 - 08:00 AM

This week, we showcase two very different feature articles. The first is focused on the audio production of the legendary BBC series, Doctor Who. The second article provides expert guidance on monitoring IP OTT networks.

Gaining the Benefit of HD Voice for Field Reports and Interviews December 12^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

Many wireless carriers and VoIP providers now offer improved voice quality using what is commonly referred to as HD Voice, or Wide-Band Speech technology. How do you harness this improved audio signal for news field reports and interviews?

DPA in mic sessions at AES NY October 17^th 2018 - 07:00 AM

Key microphone issues such as specifications, concealment for film and television productions and interference tubes will be discussed during three sessions at AES New York 2018 involving Danish manufacturer DPA. Speakers include academics and working sound engineers with in-depth knowledge of the subjects.

Sennheiser To Introduce Memory Mic at IBC August 14^th 2018 - 01:50 PM

Sennheiser will introduce the Memory Mic for smartphones, a broadcast-quality wireless microphone for mobile journalists.

The Continuously Changing Landscape of Wireless Microphones July 16^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

With all the recent upheaval over government spectrum auctions and newly evolving wireless microphone technology, it is no wonder that many wireless mic owners are confused. There is good reason to be. Wireless microphones are in a continuing fight with the U.S. government to preserve their spectrum.

Sennheiser radio mics in place for Eurovision May 2^nd 2018 - 09:00 AM

Rehearsals are already underway in Lisbon for the 2018 Eurovision Song Contest. The competition itself, claimed to be the biggest live music event in the world, will take place in May, with a full broadcast production by Portuguese public broadcaster RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal). Performers will use S…

Samson Stakes Out the Low-Cost End of Wireless iPhone Audio April 25^th 2018 - 01:50 PM

For one-man-band journalists doing basic newsgathering or interviews, the Apple iPhone offers a lot of advantages. Third parties have made accessories that can transform the iPhone into a high-quality 4K video recording system. Now, Samson has joined the club by making the first wireless mic system for iPhones.

Monitoring Audio for On-Location Video March 22^nd 2018 - 01:00 PM

Today, as video crews get smaller and are often only one-person, audio inevitably suffers. Many times no one even monitors sound on a location shoot. For proof of this, watch any local newscast and listen to the sound. Of course, bad sound is usually preventable if the videographer takes minimum…

What Does It Mean To Say A Ribbon Microphone Sounds “Dark?” July 19^th 2019 - 11:00 AM

In the lingo of microphones, we often use imprecise words to describe sound. The audio from ribbon microphones is frequently called “dark.” Condenser microphones may be called “bright.” But what do these subjective terms mean?

The Basics of Using a Microphone July 17^th 2019 - 10:00 AM

In this era of personal video and sound recording, it might sound ridiculous to say that many people don’t know how to properly use a microphone. But it’s true. Whether spoken word or a vocalist singing, learning some basic microphone techniques can significantly improve results.

Are USB Microphones High Enough Quality for Broadcast? July 16^th 2019 - 10:00 AM

Driven by more powerful personal computers, the first USB microphones were cheap consumer devices designed to simplify the home recording process for amateurs. As a result, those early models gave USB mic technology a bad name. That has changed. Today, many USB microphones offer far beyond broadcast quality audio.

Rule #1 For A Small Audio Studio: Simplify July 12^th 2019 - 09:00 AM

Large recording facilities are a complex assembly of components, networks, cables and patch bays. It can take months to learn all the ropes in a major studio. However — with the trend toward smaller, more compact recording spaces — complexity can slow the user down. Let’s look at how to simplify the s…

How to Get Analog Flavor in a Digital Recording July 11^th 2019 - 09:00 AM

In today’s digital world, audio recordings can sound too sterile. It is often necessary to manipulate that super clean sound and give it a more colorful, analog flavor. How to accomplish this is wide open to experimentation, but it can be surprisingly affordable for engineers with the right skills.

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