Curtis Judd 10/3/24 Curtis Judd 10/3/24

Affordable Professional Indoor Boom Microphone — Rycote SC-08

In this episode we have a look at and a listen to the Rycote SC-08 super-cardioid condenser microphone. Since my primary focus is recording dialogue sound, we’ll look at this for use as a boom microphone for video production. Overall, the Rycote is much more affordable compared to many of the other popular pro-level microphones with similar features. So how well does it compare? Could this be a good starter indoor boom mic for someone getting into professional location or production sound mixing? Let’s find out!

If you’d like to learn how to make great dialogue audio for your film and video projects, please have a look at my courses including processing dialogue audio in Adobe Audition and DaVinci Resolve/Fairlight, recording sound, how to use the Zoom F4, F6, F8, and F8n, and how to get the most from the Sound Devices MixPre series of recorders. Our latest courses cover Sound for Live Streaming with the ATEM Mini and an Intro to Izotope RX.

Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode (the links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases):

Rycote SC08 super-cardioid condenser microphone — B&H

Sound Devices 888 Field Recorder — B&H, Sweetwater

The outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “Dynamo” by Virgil Arles. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself.

Curtis Judd 10/3/24 Curtis Judd 10/3/24

Sound for Video Session: Hiding Lavalier Microphones & Q&A

In this week's Sound for Video Session, we revisit hiding lavalier microphones and some of the techniques you can use to avoid the noise that often comes with hiding a mic under a shirt.

If you’d like to learn how to make great dialogue audio for your film and video projects, please have a look at my courses including processing dialogue audio in Adobe Audition and DaVinci Resolve/Fairlight, recording sound, how to use the Zoom F4, F6, F8, and F8n, and how to get the most from the Sound Devices MixPre series of recorders. We have a course on sound for live-streaming with the ATEM Mini, Introduction to Izotope RX for Dialogue Audio, and Mixing fundamentals in DaVinci Resolve Fairlight.

Gear I often use or that we mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

Moleskin - Amazon

Transpore tape - Amazon

Unisolve wipes - Amazon

Joe's Sticky Stuff tape - Amazon

Topstick 2 sided tape - Amazon

Sanken COS-11D lavalier microphone — B&H

RODE Wireless PRO microphone — B&H, Amazon

Mackie DLZ Creator XS adaptive audio mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Mackie DLZ Creator adaptive audio mixer (the original, bigger one) — B&H, Amazon

Earthworks ETHOS microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself.

Curtis Judd 10/3/24 Curtis Judd 10/3/24

Is 32-bit Float Audio Magic?

In this episode we talk about how 32-bit float audio recording works. In the past, I’ve referred to it as “wide dynamic range” recording, but that’s not entirely accurate. We’ll also talk about the ONE problem that 32-bit float sound recording solves, and many of the other recording problems and challenges it DOES NOT solve. And all of this is to make you a better sound recordist for your video and podcast and livestream projects.

Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode (the links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases):

Sound Devices MixPre Series Recorders — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

ZOOM F6 audio recorder/mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

ZOOM F8n Pro audio recorder/mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

ZOOM F3 audio recorder — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Sound Devices 888 Field Recorder — B&H, Sweetwater

The outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “Dynamo” by Virgil Arles. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself.

Curtis Judd 10/3/24 Curtis Judd 10/3/24

Sound for Video Session: Pro vs Consumer Gear & Q&A

In this week's Sound for Video Session, let's talk about the differences between pro and consumer level audio gear (hint, it is actually more of a continuum and some gear is NOT purely consumer or pro). But let's also talk about when it is important to work with pro gear and when it probably isn't as important.

If you’d like to learn how to make great dialogue audio for your film and video projects, please have a look at my courses including processing dialogue audio in Adobe Audition and DaVinci Resolve/Fairlight, recording sound, how to use the Zoom F4, F6, F8, and F8n, and how to get the most from the Sound Devices MixPre series of recorders. We have a course on sound for live-streaming with the ATEM Mini, Introduction to Izotope RX for Dialogue Audio, and Mixing fundamentals in DaVinci Resolve Fairlight.

Gear I often use or that we mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

Mackie DLZ Creator XS adaptive audio mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Mackie DLZ Creator adaptive audio mixer (the original, bigger one) — B&H, Amazon

Earthworks ETHOS microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself.

Curtis Judd 10/3/24 Curtis Judd 10/3/24

Gain vs Trim vs Fader on Audio Recorders for Video & What is Mixing?

In this episode we discuss the differences between audio gain, trim, faders. These terms can be confusing for beginners in the sound recording world! So here we’ll define each term, demonstrate its proper usage, and clear up any confusion you may encounter on your quest to record great audio for video.

Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode (the links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases):

Sound Devices MixPre Series Recorders — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

ZOOM F6 audio recorder/mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

ZOOM F8n Pro audio recorder/mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

ZOOM F3 audio recorder — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Mackie DLZ Podcast/livestream (the big, original) - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Mackie DLZ XS (Smaller, 2 input) — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

RODECaster Pro II podcast mixer/recorder — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Sound Devices 888 Field Recorder — B&H, Sweetwater

Allen & Heath SQ5 — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

The outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “Dynamo” by Virgil Arles. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself.

Curtis Judd 10/3/24 Curtis Judd 10/3/24

Sound for Video Session: Rycote pencil condenser mics & Q&A

In this week's Sound for Video Session, we have a listen to the (new-ish) Rycote small diaphragm condenser microphones (these are the NON-shotgun style microphones). Specifically, we have the CA-08 cardioid, OM-08 omni-directional, and BD-10 bi-directional microphones. We'll compare them with some other common mics used in video production as well.

If you’d like to learn how to make great dialogue audio for your film and video projects, please have a look at my courses including processing dialogue audio in Adobe Audition and DaVinci Resolve/Fairlight, recording sound, how to use the Zoom F4, F6, F8, and F8n, and how to get the most from the Sound Devices MixPre series of recorders. We have a course on sound for live-streaming with the ATEM Mini, Introduction to Izotope RX for Dialogue Audio, and Mixing fundamentals in DaVinci Resolve Fairlight.

Gear I often use or that we mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

Rycote small diaphragm condenser microphones — B&H

Mackie DLZ Creator XS adaptive audio mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Mackie DLZ Creator adaptive audio mixer (the original, bigger one) — B&H, Amazon

Earthworks ETHOS microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself.

Curtis Judd 10/3/24 Curtis Judd 10/3/24

Amaran Desktop app and Streamdeck — Affordable DMX!

Amaran released a new, free app for Mac, Windows, Android, and iOS to remotely and wirelessly control all of your amaran video lights. And the interface is much simpler than the Sidus Link app you may already have tried. But one of the coolest new additions is that you can use a Streamdeck as a controller for one-button push to change light settings or entire scenes. Let’s take a Quick Look!

Download the Amaran app for free here.

Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com.

Full disclosure — Amaran gave me the lights used in this video for previous review videos. They have not paid me to make this video, have not told me what to say, and have not reviewed the video prior to publishing. All opinions shared here are my own.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode (the links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases):

Amaran 300c RGBWW Single-Point LED Light with Bowens Mount — Aputure, B&H, Amazon

Amaran 150c RGBWW Single-Point LED Light with Bowens Mount — Aputure, B&H, Amazon

Amaran PT Pixel Tube LED Lights — Aputure, B&H, Amazon

Amaran 60d S LED Light — Aputure, B&H, Amazon

Amaran 60x S LED Light — B&H, Amazon

Amaran 100d S LED Light — Aputure, B&H, Amazon

Amaran 100x S LED Light — Aputure, B&H, Amazon

Amaran 200d S LED Light — Aputure, B&H, Amazon

Amaran 200x S LED Light — Aputure, B&H, Amazon

Amaran P60x Panel LED Light — B&H, Amazon

The outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “Dynamo” by Virgil Arles. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself.

Curtis Judd 10/3/24 Curtis Judd 10/3/24

Sound for Video Session: Microphone shockmounts, windshields, & Q&A

In this week's Sound for Video Session, we take a look at microphone shockmounts and wind protection. In particular, I'll share my experience using a variety of Rycote shockmounts and blimp style wind protection.

If you’d like to learn how to make great dialogue audio for your film and video projects, please have a look at my courses at including processing dialogue audio in Adobe Audition and DaVinci Resolve/Fairlight, recording sound, how to use the Zoom F4, F6, F8, and F8n, and how to get the most from the Sound Devices MixPre series of recorders. We have a course on sound for live-streaming with the ATEM Mini, Introduction to Izotope RX for Dialogue Audio, and Mixing fundamentals in DaVinci Resolve Fairlight.

Gear I often use or that we mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

Mackie DLZ Creator XS adaptive audio mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Mackie DLZ Creator adaptive audio mixer (the original, bigger one) — B&H, Amazon

Earthworks ETHOS microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself:

Curtis Judd 8/27/24 Curtis Judd 8/27/24

Tiny but mighty video light - Godox ML100Bi

In this episode we have a look at the Godox ML100Bi LED light! This tiny bicolor LED light measures less than a foot square, has its own custom fresnel lens, and can be powered via USB. It’s ideal for creators working in all kinds of small– or bigger!– spaces. In this video we’ll try out the ML100Bi in our lighting design, test its color quality, and walk through each of its more noteworthy features. Let’s take a closer look!

Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode (the links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases):

- Godox ML100Bi Point-Source LED Light — Amazon, B&H

Some of my other studio gear:

- Earthworks ETHOS microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Sound Devices MixPre audio recorder — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Sennheiser MKH50 microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Impact Turtle-Base C-Stands — B&H, Amazon

- Aputure LS 600x Pro Bicolor LED Light — B&H, Amazon

- Aputure Light Dome III Softbox — Aputure, B&H

- Amaran 300c RGBWW Single-Point LED Light — B&H, Amazon

- Amaran Spotlight SE — Aputure, B&H, Amazon

- Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo in Cool Lavender — B&H

- Canon C70 Cinema Camera — B&H

- Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8 lens — B&H, Amazon

- Panasonic GH5 camera — B&H, Amazon

- Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 II lens — B&H, Amazon

The outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “Dynamo” by Virgil Arles. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself.

#Godox #ML100Bi #LED #Light

Curtis Judd 7/29/24 Curtis Judd 7/29/24

Sound for Video Session: dxRevive Pro update & Q&A

In this week's Sound for Video Session, we revisit Accentize's dxRevive Pro — an advanced noise reduction and re-synthesis plugin that we use to clean up dialogue and spoken word recordings. They've added a couple of new algorithms which are working extraordinarily well in my tests so far. Let's take a listen!

Thanks to Accentize who provided the license for dxRevive Pro so that we can demonstrate it in today's session. Find out more here!

If you’d like to learn how to make great dialogue audio for your film and video projects, please have a look at my courses including processing dialogue audio in Adobe Audition and DaVinci Resolve/Fairlight, recording sound, how to use the Zoom F4, F6, F8, and F8n, and how to get the most from the Sound Devices MixPre series of recorders. We have a course on sound for live-streaming with the ATEM Mini, Introduction to Izotope RX for Dialogue Audio, and Mixing fundamentals in DaVinci Resolve Fairlight.

Gear I often use or that we mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

- Mackie DLZ Creator XS adaptive audio mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Mackie DLZ Creator adaptive audio mixer (the original, bigger one) — B&H, Amazon

- Earthworks ETHOS microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Allen & Heath SQ5 digital mixing board — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Sound Devices MixPre II Series Recorders - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Sound Devices 888 field recorder/mixer with Dante — B&H, Sweetwater

- Panasonic GH5 camera - B&H, Amazon

- Teleprompter Ikan 17" high bright — B&H

- Canon C200 Camera - B&H

- Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 lens — B&H, Amazon

- ATEM Mini Extreme & Extreme ISO - B&H, DVE Store, Amazon

- Rupert Neve Designs Shelford Channel, pre-amp, EQ, compressor - Sweetwater, B&H

- Universal Audio 6176 channel strip pre-amp, EQ, compressor — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed. Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself.