Audio

Audio is sound transmitted through signal form. Audio can be added to videos or films to enhance the motion capture on the screen. Pure sound can also be recorded for podcasts or nature ambiance. Audio can dramatize videos by adding intense sounds to actions that may be often overlooked and is determined by the pureness of the actual sound and equipment accuracy.

Preferred file format for IQPs: WAV

Resources

Microphone

ATC -Field Kits

  • Lavaliere Microphone
  • Field audio recorder
  • Zoom Mics

Global Lab-Microphones

  • Blue Microphones with pop filters 

Training/Workshops

  • Global Lab
    • Podcasts and Audio Techniques
    • Techniques in Field Methods

Clubs

Software

Adobe Audition

  • Non-destructive/destructive edit environment available
  • Available on WPI computers

Audacity

Oceanaudio

Free Audio Editor

Ashampoo Music Studio 2018

  • Can edit metadata tags and convert between common formats
  • Compatible on Windows and Mac
  • Free
  • Ashampoo Guide

Audio Techniques

Basic Tips

Tips on Vocal Recording

  • Communication is key between producer, talent and engineer
  • Preparation is important to ensure the recording goes well
  • Quality of signal is dependent on angle towards the microphone

Tips on spacing and utilizing simple equipment

  • Microphone should be no more than 3 feet from the talent
  • Cellphones can be used to record audio by holding the phone right outside of the frame
  • Cut down dialogue and then rerecord at a later time

Advanced Tips

Video and Audio Editing

  • Bad audio is unable to be listened to whereas a low quality video can be suffered through
  • Sounds can be replicated using other types of sound
  • Epidemic Sound – sound for storytelling

Tips for Crisp Audio

  • Buying a good microphone once will last a long time
  • Shotgun microphones provides the best quality and range of sounds
  • Lavalier microphones are best at isolating sounds