Which is Better: More Pixels or Better Pixels? January 4^th 2018 - 01:00 PM

The race to ever higher pixel counts never seems to end. One result is that consumers now believe that the path to higher quality images is through more pixels. Yet, other technologies like HDR, WCG and HFR can enhance every TV pixel by adding clarity, depth, and realism without requiring…

Virtual Reality guidelines focus first on delivery ecosystem January 3^rd 2018 - 01:00 PM

The Virtual Reality Industry Forum (VRIF) is presenting its first guidelines at CES 2018 with the initial release focused on the delivery ecosystem and security.

On Recording the Human Voice January 2^nd 2018 - 09:00 AM

Recording the human speaking voice can be one of the trickiest tasks a professional sound recordist encounters. Even when working with seasoned professional voice artists, problems can creep in. Here are a few of them and how to solve the problem.

Why Does Pro Audio Embrace the Past? December 27^th 2017 - 12:05 PM

One of the stark differences between pro audio and video is the pursuit of vintage technology. As video technology continually improves, most working professionals go after the latest gear as soon as it hits the market. For audio, on the other hand, the pinnacle for many professionals are vintage components…

Applied Technology: Using Object Storage for M&E Workflows December 27^th 2017 - 10:00 AM

As today’s media workflows increase in size and speed, with Big Data analysis and Fast Data processing added to the mix, the need to better manage the entire lifecycle of content becomes ever more important. Building an efficient and effective workflow requires the use of a hybrid storage infrastructure, lev…

A collaborative colour journey December 22^nd 2017 - 11:00 AM

DIT Simone d’Arcangelo and colourist Anthony Raffaele used an ACES production workflow supported by a range of color tools from Filmlight to help create an iconic 1950’s look for Woody Allen’s new film, “Wonder Wheel”.

SMPTE 2110 Paves Way For IP Investment December 21^st 2017 - 11:00 AM

SMPTE’s publication of the first documents in the standard ST 2110 for professional media over managed networks goes beyond merely replacing serial digital interface (SDI) with IP to giving broadcasters the flexibility to devise a whole new set of applications based on, and leveraged off, IT protocols and infrastructure.

Loudspeaker Technology Part 13: Acoustic Impedance December 19^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

Acoustic impedance is analogous to electrical impedance, and we all know that impedance matching is important in electronic systems. Here John Watkinson looks at the importance of acoustic impedance to loudspeaker design.

How to Choose the Right Display December 14^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

Changes in the broadcast industry are bringing far-reaching repercussions. In particular, studios, control rooms and production houses alike are all seeking ways to streamline processes, adapt workflows and work in a faster and more intuitive way. This has given rise to a number of trends across the industry. But should…

Lavalier Microphones Keep Getting Smaller and Better December 13^th 2017 - 01:50 PM

Nearly 50 years ago — 1969 to be exact — Sony introduced the ECM-50, a tiny peanut-sized electret condenser lavalier microphone that virtually ended the reign of large, cumbersome microphones used in television broadcasting. Since then, the scope, quality and price of lavalier microphones has dramatically expanded. Here’s a look at what’s availab…