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In this week’s episode, I share my thoughts and opinions on the audio and sound recorders for video, film, podcast, and livestream production I have used. In this updated version, we also add podcast and consumer wireless microphone recorders. The section on body pack recorders is also much larger in this video. 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, Trew Audio or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Zoom H1n —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/0FeL - Zoom H4n Pro —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/Mkwf - Zoom H5 — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/JKIkO1o - Zoom H6 —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/eh0Fr0 - Tascam DR-05 —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/tascdro5CH - Tascam Portacapture X8 —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/BE098 - Zoom F1 —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/CUgDEHo - Tascam DR-10L —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/H9SEQ - Tentacle Track E —B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/hqpYNAL - Zoom F2 —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://amzn.to/3L5NyLt - RODE Wireless Go II —B&H, DVE Store, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/SQ5fT5Y - DJI Mic —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/EFCdOD - Tascam DR-60D Mk II —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/tascdr60dCH - Tascam DR-70D —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/S0khduK - Zoom F3 —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/6RvZm - Zoom F6 —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/pCFS - Zoom F8n Pro —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/fdkN4s - SoundDevices MixPre II Series —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/O8e0 - RODECaster Pro II —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/iFlEMB - Zoom Podtrak P4 —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/BbGtUP - Zoom Podtrak P8 —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/W8EU - Zoom LiveTrak L-8 —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/81Wt0VO - Sound Devices 833 — B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/Toim - Sound Devices 888 —Trew Audio, B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/zAryW4J - Sound Devices Scorpio —Trew Audio, B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/Bcax - Sound Devices CL-16 control surface —Trew Audio, B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/k5ts In-depth reviews: Zoom H1n https://youtu.be/hi5x5Go4eIY Zoom H4n Pro https://youtu.be/wJCjbLw5Lh8 Zoom H8 https://youtu.be/sHPIO7MYvho Tascam Portacapture X8 https://youtu.be/_jDtZoBPCus Zoom F1 https://youtu.be/3H2aF24oxao Tascam DR-10L https://youtu.be/5JnMqxsw69A Tentacle Track E https://youtu.be/W2mdXyhmtyg Zoom F2 https://youtu.be/2y51ptCAOdI RODE Wireless Go II https://youtu.be/aD7LOYiqKE8 Tascam DR-60D Mk II https://youtu.be/TRoIMPHS91U Zoom F3 https://youtu.be/THEBOa0UUJo Zoom F6 https://youtu.be/byMZkEvYRKw Zoom F8n Pro https://youtu.be/8MfCY6d3ujk SoundDevices MixPre II Series https://youtu.be/8lRVnMO14k8 Zoom Podtrak P4 https://youtu.be/3xkoH0Tpzl4 Zoom Podtrak P8 https://youtu.be/UzhJCMr6Kv8 Zoom LiveTrak L-8 https://youtu.be/HYIJsOg9TPw RODECaster Pro II https://youtu.be/151gPYWalNs Sound Devices 833 https://youtu.be/3C4CJmwXK2g Sound Devices Scorpio https://youtu.be/-5Q09Iro33c Index 00:00 Start 00:06 Summary 00:16 Introduction 00:47 Handheld recorders 01:30 Zoom H1n 02:58 Tascam DR-05 03:44 Zoom H4n Pro 05:28 Zoom H5 06:23 Zoom H6 06:55 Zoom H8 08:04 Tascam Portacapture X8 11:00 Body pack recorders (and wireless recorders) 12:32 Zoom F1 13:06 Tascam DR-10L 14:19 Tentacle Track E 16:31 Zoom F2 17:58 RODE Wireless Go II 19:20 DJI Mic 19:54 Consumer field recorders 20:40 Tascam DR-60D Mk II & 70D 23:40 Prosumer field recorders 28:25 Zoom F3, F6, and F8n Pro 34:55 SoundDevices MixPre II Series 43:55 Podcast recorders 44:34 Zoom Podtrak P4 47:23 Zoom Podtrak P8 48:55 Zoom LiveTrak L-8 49:58 RODECaster Pro II 53:15 Professional field recorders 57:49 SoundDevices 8XX Series 01:03:14 Aaton Digital Cantar X3, Zaxcom Nova, Nomad, and Deva, Sonosax SX-R4+ 01:04:17 Please buy my courses Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Audio #Recorder #Zoom #RODE #SoundDevices #Tascam

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In this week’s episode we have a look at Focusrite’s Vocaster USB audio interfaces made specifically for podcasting and streaming. These interfaces include 70 dB of gain range for the XLR inputs, Bluetooth connectivity, a 3.5mm input for mobile devices and a 3.5mm output for hybrid cameras —which is especially valuable for live-streaming. The included Vocaster mixing app allows you to create a right mix for live or pre-recorded shows. The 3.5mm input automatically creates a mix-minus so that your guests don’t struggle with their own sound echoing back to them. And there are even a few enhance modes to make your voice sound like you’re in a broadcast studio, if that’s your thing. Let’s take a closer look! 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, Trew Audio or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Focusrite Vocaster Two Audio Interface — Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/FC7B1S - Shure SM7B Dynamic Microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Perfect Circuit, Amazon https://geni.us/GYU7dHy - Earthworks SV33 condenser microphone —B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/jfIw - Canon C70 cinema camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs - Schneider Radiant Soft diffusion filter —B&H https://geni.us/VFScD - Panasonic GH5 — B&H, Amazonhttps://geni.us/InspOl - Panasonic 12-35 mm F2.8 Lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/gr47 - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Spotlight Mount — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Gobo creates the pattern on the back wall —B&H https://geni.us/Yqzw The intro and 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: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Focusrite #Vocaster #Audio #Interface Index: 00:00 Start 00:12 Summary 00:22 Introduction and my overall take 03:16 XLR inputs gain & performance 03:48 SHURE SM7B sample 04:21 Noise measurements 05:38 Mobile device input 05:59 Bluetooth input sample 06:18 Podcast sample 06:38 Headphone outputs 07:15 Monitor outputs 07:27 Camera output 07:52 Latency 08:14 Autogain to set input level 08:38 Mute buttons & sample 09:05 Enhance modes (processing) 11:00 Loopback - include sound from your computer 11:23 Power button 11:33 RF interference 12:05 Build quality 12:36 Vocaster hub mixing app 13:21 Included apps 13:37 Warranty 13:41 USB cable included 14:31 Meters and no markings 15:07 Enhance modes (processing) 15:38 Plastic gathers fingerprints 16:11 Price 16:20 Wrap-up and who will find value in the Vocaster 17:32 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at the Azden SGM-250H shotgun microphone. This unique hypercardioid condenser microphone has an extra-long interference tube for increased directionality. Made specifically for video production applications, its refined polar pattern can help you get the most out of recordings made in noisy spaces. In this video we go over the SGM-250H’s feature set and compare its sound to mics of similar price and design. Let’s take a closer look! My reviews of the other microphones I recommend in the $300 - $400 USD price range: Sennheiser MKE 600 —https://youtu.be/EXs-1R8LCg0 DEITY S-Mic 2 —https://youtu.be/x4tPO0G8b2Y 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, Trew Audio or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Azden SGM-250H hypercardioid condenser microphone — Amazonhttps://geni.us/OCcR - Sennheiser MKE 600 shotgun microphone — Trew Audio, B&H, Sweetwater, Amazonhttps://geni.us/LQYpZr - DEITY S-Mic 2 shotgun microphone — Trew Audio, B&H, Amazonhttps://geni.us/MYgwqbe - SoundDevices MixPre Audio Recorders — B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/O8e0 - Canon C70 cinema camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs - Schneider Radiant Soft diffusion filter —B&H https://geni.us/VFScD - Panasonic GH5 — B&H, Amazonhttps://geni.us/InspOl - Panasonic 12-35 mm F2.8 Lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/gr47 - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Spotlight Mount — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Gobo creates the pattern on the back wall —B&H https://geni.us/Yqzw The intro and 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: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Azden #SGM-250H #Microphone #Hypercardioid Index: 00:00 Start 00:14 Summary 00:23 Intro 00:49 Sound Samples and Tests 02:35 Pros, Cons, and Features 07:50 My Take 10:01 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at the Godox VDS-M3 shotgun microphone. This supercardioid condenser microphone has a directional pickup pattern, an inbuilt battery, a high-pass filter, a -10dB pad, and a high-frequency boost. It also conveniently charges via USB-C to 220 hours of run time on a full battery. In this video we go over the microphone’s feature set and compare its sound to mics of similar design. Let’s take a closer look! My reviews of the other microphones I recommend in the $300 - $400 USD price range: Sennheiser MKE 600 —https://youtu.be/EXs-1R8LCg0 DEITY S-Mic 2 —https://youtu.be/x4tPO0G8b2Y Audio Technica AT875R —https://youtu.be/8NknNRy2uXQ 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, Trew Audio or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Godox VDS-M3 shotgun microphone —B&H https://geni.us/TkCaJ - Sennheiser MKE 600 shotgun microphone —Trew Audio, B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/LQYpZr - DEITY S-Mic 2 shotgun microphone —Trew Audio, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/MYgwqbe - Audio Technica AT875R shotgun microphone —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/1zFDS5 - Canon C70 cinema camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs - Schneider Radiant Soft diffusion filter —B&H https://geni.us/VFScD - Panasonic GH5 — B&H, Amazonhttps://geni.us/InspOl - Panasonic 12-35 mm F2.8 Lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/gr47 - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Spotlight Mount — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Gobo creates the pattern on the back wall —B&H https://geni.us/Yqzw The intro and 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: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Godox #VDS-M3 #Microphone Index: 00:00 Start 00:13 Summary 00:23 Introduction 00:46 Sample recording vs. S-Mic 2 & MKE 600 01:42 Advice for Godox to make a better mic 02:37 Practical noise floor 04:00 Confusing documentation 04:07 Mic clip —too loose 04:22 Battery vs phantom power issue 04:53 Requires more gain 05:29 Directionality/polar pattern 07:00 Alternative mic recommendations 07:59 Battery 08:19 Inbuilt high pass, high boost, pad 08:44 Sound quality 08:59 Off-axis coloration 09:47 Off-axis sample 10:55 Battery powering time 11:09 Included accessories 11:20 Price 11:23 My take 11:47 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we look at Sonarworks SoundID Reference. This is a bundle including a calibrated measurement microphone plus an app you run on your Mac or PC. The app guides you through the process of making nearly 40 measurements of sound playing back through your speakers or monitors in your mixing room. From those measurements, it makes an EQ curve to tune the output of your monitors so that you get balanced and focused playback of your mixes. Let’s take a closer look and see whether it makes a difference and is worth the $299 USD. 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, Trew Audio or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Sonarworks SoundID Reference (mic and app) — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazonhttps://geni.us/Jj0u - Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB audio interface, an affordable, “neutral” audio interface —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/nduo - Universal Audio Apollo x6 thunderbolt 3 audio interface, this is what I used, with all plugins turned off —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/NO4X - Focal Solo 6Be monitors (pro-level reference monitors) —B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/v9ji - Focal Sub6 11” subwoofer —B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/Esfe3t - Canon C70 cinema camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs - Schneider Radiant Soft diffusion filter —B&H https://geni.us/VFScD - Panasonic GH5 — B&H, Amazonhttps://geni.us/InspOl - Panasonic 12-35 mm F2.8 Lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/gr47 - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Amaran P60X used for rim light —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/2wSB0t - Aputure Spotlight Mount — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Gobo creates the pattern on the back wall —B&H https://geni.us/Yqzw The intro and 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: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Sonarworks #SoundID #EQ Index: 00:00 Start 00:16 Summary 00:26 Introduction 00:35 What is SoundID Reference? 01:11 Takes the place of acoustic treatment? 01:40 How does it work? 03:30 What did it do for my setup? 04:04 Before and after samples 05:23 Pricing 05:30 Alternative —Room EQ Wizard 06:10 Is Sound ID Reference worth it & what did it do? 07:33 Are “flat” monitors even possible? 08:03 Do I still need acoustic treatment? 08:41 Please buy my amazing courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at the NANLITE Forza 60C RGBLAC LED light. This small LED light adds 3 color chips- lime, amber, and cyan- to a traditional red/green/blue LED array for a wide range of output colors. The Forza 60C has several modes, including HSI, RGB, and XY, as well as a color temperature range of 1,800 to 20,000 K. The 60C kit includes the light itself, a few different powering options, an FM to Bowens mount adapter, and 45º reflector; you can also add on a fresnel lens and set of barn doors. In this episode we demonstrate how lights like the Forza 60C can be creatively used in various film projects and scenes. 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, Trew Audio or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - NANLITE Forza 60C Full Color RGBLAC LED Light — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/jB2EzG8 - NANLITE Fresnel Lens and Barndoors Set for Forza 60C — B&H https://geni.us/AOj7tc - Canon C70 cinema camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs - Schneider Radiant Soft diffusion filter —B&H https://geni.us/VFScD - Panasonic GH5 — B&H, Amazonhttps://geni.us/InspOl - Panasonic 12-35 mm F2.8 Lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/gr47 - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Amaran P60X used for rim light —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/2wSB0t - Aputure Spotlight Mount — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Gobo creates the pattern on the back wall —B&H https://geni.us/Yqzw - Sennheiser MKH8050 microphone —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/mUcDk - Sound Devices 888 audio recorder/mixer —Trew, B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/zAryW4J The intro and 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: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #NANLITE #Lighting #RGBLED Index: 00:00 Start 00:12 Summary and My Take 00:23 Intro 00:40 Photometrics 00:52 What makes the Forza 60C unique? 02:01 Possible Use Cases and Demos 06:53 Wrap-up 07:10 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at Deity’s TC-1 wireless timecode generator. This timecode system uses Bluetooth 5.0 to wirelessly jam units in addition to traditional hardware jamming capability. The TC-1 also includes a Bluetooth connectivity range of 250 feet, a locking 3.5 mm timecode port, and compatibility with all SMPTE timecode formats. Deity also claims excellent accuracy, with performance up to 0.5 ppm (1 frame drift per 72-hour period). In this episode we walk through the TC-1’s feature set and test out its performance in a variety of tests. Let’s take a closer look! 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, Trew Audio or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Deity TC-1 Timecode Generators —B&H, Trew Audio, Amazon https://geni.us/HBASI - Canon C70 cinema camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs - Schneider Radiant Soft diffusion filter —B&H https://geni.us/VFScD - Panasonic GH5 —https://geni.us/InspOl - Panasonic 12-35 mm F2.8 Lens — https://geni.us/gr47 - Olympus 45 mm F1.8 Lens — https://geni.us/6cvOQ - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Amaran P60X used for rim light —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/2wSB0t - Aputure Spotlight Mount — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Gobo creates the pattern on the back wall —B&H https://geni.us/Yqzw The intro and 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: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Deity #Timecode #TC-1 Index: 00:00 Start 00:15 Summary 00:24 What is timecode/how does it work? 02:58 Syncing audio to video in Davinci Resolve 04:11 DEITY TC-1 pros 10:31 Pricing 11:23 DEITY TC-1 cons 13:54 Wrap-up 14:13 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at the Xvive U6 wireless microphone system. This affordable consumer-grade wireless system features an in-built mic and rechargeable battery, a choice between 4 different frequency channels within the 2.4 GHz band, and simple menu-free operation. It can also send audio straight to your camera from the receiver. In this episode we walk through the U6’s feature set, test out its performance in a variety of distance tests, and demonstrate its use to help you decide whether this system is right for your audio needs. Let’s take a closer look! 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. https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com: http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Xvive U6 Wireless Microphone System —https://geni.us/0XK7S - RODE Wireless GO Wireless Microphone System — https://geni.us/sBMz - Panasonic GH5 —https://geni.us/InspOl - Panasonic 12-35 mm F2.8 Lens — https://geni.us/gr47 - Olympus 45 mm F1.8 Lens — https://geni.us/6cvOQ - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Amaran P60X used for rim light —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/2wSB0t - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt The intro and 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: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Xvive #Audio #Wireless Index: 00:00 Start 00:12 Summary 00:22 Intro and signal chain 00:47 What is the Xvive U6? 01:21 Who is the U6 for? 01:29 Pros 02:52 Indoor distance test 04:48 Outdoor distance test 07:10 Pros continued 09:09 Build quality and warranty 9:32 Cons 10:17 Practical noise floor sample 11:39 Cons continued 12:46 My take: U6 vs. RODE Wireless Go 14:30 Wrap-up 14:45 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we demonstrate how to set up the compressor on your RODECaster Pro II. For those who don’t want to learn, but just want the settings, we give you those first. Then for those who prefer to understand what each of the settings do, we explain threshold, ratio, attack, release, and gain. We then provide a demonstration of how to set the settings and, importantly, how NOT to set them. 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - RODECaster Pro II audio recorder/interface —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/iFlEMB - SHURE SM7B microphone —B&H, Sweetwater, Perfect Circuit, Amazon https://geni.us/GYU7dHy - SHURE MV7 microphone —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/bTlN3S - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Amaran P60X used for rim light —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/2wSB0t - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K —B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB - Canon C70 camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs The intro and 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: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #RODE #RODECasterProII #Compressor Index: 00:00 Start 00:12 Summary & settings 00:22 What is compression & why use it? 01:16 Use these settings to start 01:39 Set threshold 02:29 Adjust gain up 03:19 What is threshold? 04:14 What is ratio? 05:35 What is attack? 06:43 What is release? 07:35 What is gain? 08:04 Demonstration 09:21 Explanation of demo —why I did what I did 10:59 How NOT to set a compressor 12:24 Explanation of what NOT to do 13:36 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at the new RODECaster Pro II. This follow-up to the original RODECaster Pro is an ‘integrated audio production studio,’ as well as a user-friendly audio recorder and interface for streaming and podcasting. It’s also something of a real-time digital audio processor, sound pad playback device, 4-way headphone amplifier, livestream MIDI controller, and overall purpose-built computer. Because this is a deep product, we’ll just scratch the surface in this video by giving you an overview of the feature set as well as walk through some sound quality and functionality tests. In future episodes we’ll take a deeper dive into some of the specific features and use cases discussed here. Let’s take a closer look! 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - RODECaster Pro II audio recorder/interface — B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/iFlEMB - SHURE SM7B microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Perfect Circuit, Amazon https://geni.us/GYU7dHy - SHURE MV7 microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/bTlN3S - Aputure P300C LED used as key light — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light — Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Amaran P60X used for rim light — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/2wSB0t - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K — B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB - Canon C70 camera — B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “For the Kids” by Utah. Get the best music for your videos at Musicbed: http://share.mscbd.fm/curtisjudd. Get your first month free when you purchase an annual subscription by using my coupon code CURTISJUDD at checkout. Here’s a playlist of some of my favorite tracks over at Musicbed: http://share.mscbd.fm/curtisjuddplaylist Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #RODE #RODECasterProII #RCP2 Index: 00:00 Start 00:08 Summary 00:18 Update 01:19 Sync Test Sample

In this week’s episode, we have a look at the new RODECaster Pro II. This follow-up to the original RODECaster Pro is an ‘integrated audio production studio,’ as well as a user-friendly audio recorder and interface for streaming and podcasting. It’s also something of a real-time digital audio processor, sound pad playback device, 4-way headphone amplifier, livestream MIDI controller, and overall purpose-built computer. Because this is a deep product, we’ll just scratch the surface in this video by giving you an overview of the feature set as well as walk through some sound quality and functionality tests. In future episodes we’ll take a deeper dive into some of the specific features and use cases discussed here. Let’s take a closer look! 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - RODECaster Pro II audio recorder/interface —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/iFlEMB - SHURE SM7B microphone —B&H, Sweetwater, Perfect Circuit, Amazon https://geni.us/GYU7dHy - SHURE MV7 microphone —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/bTlN3S - Microphone cables with Neutrik connectors —Amazon https://amzn.to/3CaT3Gh - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/TFVUy - Aputure LS 300X used for background light —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/LBXWV - Aputure Amaran P60X used for rim light —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/2wSB0t - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K —B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB - Canon C70 camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #RODE #RODECasterProII #RCP2 Index: 00:00 Start 00:10 Summary 00:20 Introduction 01:14 What is the RCP II? 02:09 What it is NOT? 03:37 Who is the RCP II for? 04:30 VoxBox and Advanced modes 05:30 Inputs for mics, instruments, line 05:42 Headphone jacks 06:29 Channels and faders 06:46 Back channel feature 6:59 Revolution preamplifiers 07:25 3 USB ports 08:38 Screen & main knob 08:53 Smart pads 09:23 Presets 10:04 Record to microSD or via USB multitrack 10:42 Quad core audio engine & effects 12:05 Basic settings —VoxBox 12:29 Bluetooth connectivity 12:42 Firmware updates 13:18 Headphone testing 13:58 Mic input self-noise test 15:02 2 person podcast sample 15:56 Bluetooth phone sample 17:15 No USB iOS call recording 18:03 Phantom power voltage measurement 18:34 Build quality 18:55 Mounting 3/8” and VESA 19:10 Fader quality 19:32 Smart Pads —sensitivity 19:50 Smooth knobs & colored rings 20:07 Main knob quality 20:23 Power button 20:41 Neutrik inputs 21:22 Powering options 22:04 Price 22:23 Original versus RODECaster Pro II 26:22 RCP II vs MixPre or ZOOM F series 29:15 My opinion 31:00 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at Aputure’s newest addition to their Light Storm 600 series: the 600c Pro. This is Aputure’s first full-color point-source fixture and completes the Light Storm 600 trifecta alongside the 600D Pro and 600X Pro. It’s equipped with an RGBWW color LED array, a standard Bowens mount, a redesigned user interface, professional connectors, a variety of powering options, weather-resistant construction, and Sidus Link integration. In this video, we’ll show you a couple of ways it might be creatively used to light a film production. Let’s take a closer look! Reviews of other Aputure 600 series LED lights: 600x Pro bi-color LED light —https://youtu.be/Wl008LevXBY 600d Pro daylight LED light —https://youtu.be/w1hmeQFNMQk 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Aputure Light Storm 600c Pro 600W RGBWW Point-Source LED Light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/dSGd4J6 - Aputure P300C LED used as key light —Aputure, B&H https://geni.us/9JkYqH - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K —B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB - Canon C70 camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs - Sennheiser MKH8050 microphone —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/mUcDk - SoundDevices 888 Audio Recorder – Trew Audio, B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/zAryW4J Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Aputure #600cPro #Light Index 00:00 Start 00:15 Summary 00:25 Introduction 01:01 Who’s this light for? 01:28 Reviews of 600 series Aputure lights 01:47 Features, color quality, and output 02:19 Color space 03:05 Color temperature range 03:21 Green-Magenta balance setting 03:42 Fan and noise 04:51 Multi-color dappled background 07:04 Spotlight Mount Ellipsoidal 07:52 Music Fx —Music sync feature 10:33 Wrap up 11:37 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we return to our multi-part series on Acoustica, a digital audio editor made by Acon Digital. Besides being a lower-cost alternative to iZotope RX, Acoustica is an interface for all your ‘audio editing, podcast creation, mastering, and audio restoration’ needs. With such features as spectral editing and retouch, multi-channel support up to Dolby Atmos 7.1.2, and ARA 2 integration capabilities, Acoustica is a compelling editor to add to your workflow. In this series, we walk through and test Acoustica’s Premium Edition feature set in depth. In this installment of the series, we test out Acoustica’s DeClick:Dialogue plugin in depth. We’ll process several examples of click-heavy dialogue and try out different presets and settings within the DeClick plugin. Let’s take a closer look! Try out the full Acoustica Premium or Standard suite free for 30 days directly from Acon Digital — https://acondigital.com/products/acoustica-audio-editor/ (Not sponsored) 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Universal Audio Volt 276 Audio Interface – B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/H5pbQ7 - Earthworks ETHOS Broadcasting Microphone – B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/8G8UdBB Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Acoustica #AconDigital #Audio Index 00:00 Start 00:17 Intro 00:31 Unprocessed sample 01:20 DeClick:Dialogue plugin overview 03:04 Sample processing demo 09:49 Integrating DeClick into your video editing workflow 10:43 Difference between Acoustica’s DeClick and DeClick:Dialogue 11:02 Wrap-up 11:13 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at and a listen to the Sennheiser MKE 600 shotgun microphone. This medium sized shotgun mic — in Sennheiser’s words, a ‘microphone for video journalists’ —is highly directional and can be used both as a traditional shotgun mic or as a camera-top vlog microphone. The included XLR to 3.5 mm TRS cable also allows you to record from this mic directly into cameras with a 3.5mm mic input. In this video we walk through the MKE 600’s feature set and test it out in multiple environments and applications. Let’s take a closer look! Additional microphone reviews: - Audio Technica AT875R https://youtu.be/8NknNRy2uXQ - RODE NTG4 https://youtu.be/B8aE0loboMA - RODE NTG2 https://youtu.be/GlQ32DwdpEw - RODE VideoMic NTG https://youtu.be/c4Pu72J5BRE - Sony ECM 674 https://youtu.be/DLqBMKcSCHo - Deity S-Mic 2S https://youtu.be/n2dbpwbAP4M - Deity S-Mic 2 https://youtu.be/x4tPO0G8b2Y - Deity D3 Pro https://youtu.be/W9Sde3ey2kc 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone – Trew Audio, B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/LQYpZr - Sennheiser MKH416 shotgun microphone —Trew Audio, B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/AVgsgHZ - DEITY S-Mic 2 shotgun microphone —Trew Audio, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/deitysmic2CH - Aputure 600D PRO LED Light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/3fj3g0g - Impact Luxbank softbox - B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K —B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB - Canon C70 camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs - SoundDevices 888 Audio Recorder – Trew Audio, B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/zAryW4J Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Sennheiser #MKE600 #Microphone Index 00:00 Start 00:12 Summary 00:22 Introduction 01:21 Raw samples 02:19 Directional polar pattern 04:15 Sibilance 04:45 Self-noise 06:33 On-camera use 06:53 Powering options 07:15 Camera-top sample 08:21 Low cut filter 09:55 Shock mount 10:34 RF interference test 11:13 Build quality 11:29 Price 11:40 Summary - My take 13:30 Audio Technica AT875R 14:12 Cons —Shock mount 14:48 Wrap up 15:34 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we take a look at the iRig Pro Quattro I/O from IK Multimedia. This compact audio interface and mixer has two XLR combo mic/instrument inputs and two XLR combo mic/line-in inputs equipped with phantom power, two 3.5mm RCA line-in inputs, two balanced XLR outputs, direct monitoring for the headphone output, and several recording modes and functions. This multifunctional device can be used for streaming, podcasting, and other applications of dialogue recording. In this video we walk through the Quattro’s feature set and compare it to similar sound recorders like the Zoom H8 and CEntrance Portcaster. Let’s take a closer look! 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - iRig Pro Quattro I/O audio interface & mixer — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/048en - Shure SM7B — B&H, Sweetwater, Perfect Circuit, Amazon https://geni.us/GYU7dHy - Aputure 600D PRO LED Light — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/3fj3g0g - Impact Luxbank softbox - B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K — B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB - Neumann U87 Microphone Set — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/phYZH - Zoom H8 Digital Multitrack Recorder — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/M5Bq1kh - CEntrance Portcaster Podcast Mixer and Recorder Interface — B&H https://geni.us/VlJeb0 - Canon C70 camera — B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8L lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #IKMultimedia #iRigPro #Audio Index 00:00 Start 00:11 Summary 00:21 Approaching the Quattro from the perspective of dialogue audio 00:37 This episode’s signal chain 01:03 What is the iRig Pro? 02:05 Who are IK Multimedia? 02:21 Why are we reviewing this product? 03:32 Compatibility, feature set, and signal chain possibilities 05:30 Pros 12:02 Cons 16:06 Overall impressions and comparisons 17:15 Wrap-up 17:35 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode we start our multi-part series on Acoustica, a digital audio editor made by Acon Digital. Besides being a lower-cost alternative to iZotope RX, Acoustica is an interface for all your ‘audio editing, podcast creation, mastering, and audio restoration’ needs. With such features as spectral editing and retouch, multi-channel support up to Dolby Atmos 7.1.2, and ARA 2 integration capabilities, Acoustica is a compelling editor to add to your workflow. In this series, we walk through and test Acoustica’s Premium Edition feature set and compare it to industry standard suite iZotope RX 9. In this installment of the series, we try out Acoustica’s Extract:Dialogue and Rotate Phase functions. First we’ll show you how to rotate phase on a recording in order to reclaim headroom during the loudness normalization process. Then, we test out the Extract:Dialogue plugin and compare its results to those from RX’s Dialogue Isolate. Let’s take a closer look! Try out the full Acoustica Premium or Standard suite free for 30 days directly from Acon Digital — https://acondigital.com/products/acoustica-audio-editor/ (Not sponsored) 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com: http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - SoundDevices MixPre II series — B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/O8e0 - Earthworks SV33 — B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/jfIw - Shure SM7B — B&H, Sweetwater, Perfect Circuit, Amazon https://geni.us/GYU7dHy - Bebob Cinema Batteries — B&H https://geni.us/YkDRMm - D-tap to hirose cable to power with cine batteries —Amazon, B&H https://geni.us/JnfNBMx - Aputure 600D PRO LED Light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/3fj3g0g - Impact Luxbank softbox — B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount — Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Canon C70 Cinema Camera — B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 F2.8L Lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Acoustica #AconDigital #Audio Index 00:00 Start 00:26 Summary 00:26 The big question: iZotope RX alternatives for lower budgets 01:04 Acon Digital Acoustica: pricing and introduction 01:58 Rotate Phase demo 04:32 Extract:Dialogue demo and RX comparison 09:51 Initial impressions overview 10:31 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we take a look at the new Zoom F8n Pro recorder. Zoom’s self-described ‘new flagship field recorder’ has 8 inputs and 3 outputs, 10-track recording, dual A/D converters, professional-grade preamps, Automix, and, of course, 32-bit float wide dynamic range recording capability. This new edition of the F8 recorder can also be used as an 8-in/4-out audio interface and can be controlled with the F8 Control App for both iOS and Android. In this video we walk through this feature set and compare it to your other favorite recorders. Let’s take a closer look! Original ZOOM F8 review —https://youtu.be/FSVsZFVPhxY ZOOM F8n review —https://youtu.be/khyNYTQpCoU 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Zoom F8n Pro — B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/fdkN4s - Zoom F6 — B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/pCFS - SoundDevices MixPre II series — B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/O8e0 - Earthworks SV33 — B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/jfIw - Shure SM7B — B&H, Sweetwater, Perfect Circuit, Amazon https://geni.us/GYU7dHy - Bebob Cinema Batteries — B&H https://geni.us/YkDRMm - D-tap to hirose cable to power with cine batteries —Amazon, B&H - Aputure 600D PRO LED Light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/3fj3g0g - Impact Luxbank softbox - B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K —B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #ZOOM #F8nPro #Audio Index (ROUGH DRAFT- pending sample footage and B-roll) 00:00 Start 00:11 Summary 00:21 Overview and Signal Chain 00:46 link to my F8 and F8n feature review videos 1:06 What’s new in the F8n Pro? 2:17 What is 32-bit float recording? 4:30 Practical applications of 32-bit float recording 5:19 Important disclaimer: 32-bit float is not a cure-all! 6:39 Sample of what 32-bit float recording can do for you 10:44 Auto-mix Feature 11:44 Auto-mix Sample 12:26 Setting Gain on the F8n Pro 13:25 noise floor and self-noise tests: F8n Pro vs. SoundDevices MixPre series 16: 56 Noise Floor when using F8n vs. F8n Pro limiters 17:46 F8n Pro vs F6 vs MixPre II 18:31 Versus ZOOM F6 20:05 Versus F8 or F8n 20:42 The costs of recording in 32-bit float 21:30 For nature and sound effects? 22:28 F8n Pro vs MixPre —Neither is objectively superior 25:57 Which recorder would I choose? 27:00 Summary 27:58 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we explain when a high-end livestream device like the Epiphan Video Pearl 2 makes sense. Many of you are familiar with the Blackmagic Design ATEM and ATEM Mini switchers. The Pearl 2 has several important features that make the Pearl 2 indispensable for productions where you need remote control or to add remote contributors to your stream with Secure Reliable Transport (SRT). It also has several small, but important features like the ability to stream to multiple platforms at the same time or to be controlled remotely from anywhere in the world. Let’s take a closer look! 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Epiphan Video Pearl 2 —B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/6Plwl - Epiphan Video Pearl Nano —B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/qXyXR5 - Epiphan Video Pearl Mini —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/kO410v - Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini switchers —https://geni.us/b8my - Earthworks Ethos microphone —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/8G8UdBB - Rupert Neve Design Shelford Channel —B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/9ZfE77 - Canon C70 camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs - Aputure 600D PRO LED Light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/3fj3g0g - Impact Luxbank softbox - B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K —B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Pearl #EpiphanVideo #LiveStream Index 00:00 Start 00:16 Summary 00:26 This is not a review 01:34 Versus ATEM Mini 01:54 Remote guests and hosts 02:22 Streamyard, Restream.io, Zoom? 03:00 Secure Reliable Transport SRT 03:36 Blackmagic ATEM Streaming Bridge 04:19 SRT livestream sample 05:14 SRT requires network firewall configuration 05:49 SDI and HDMI inputs 06:51 Remote control with Epiphan Cloud 08:42 Stream to multiple destinations at the same time 09:13 Balanced XLR line inputs 10:33 Configure via touchscreen and browser 10:51 Setting up layouts 12:20 Record program and isos to internal or external drives 12:46 Epiphan live 13:01 Auto upload via FTP or CMS 13:45 H.264 and H.265 encoding 14:10 Stream to your own website with HLS 14:41 Live transcription integration 15:06 What if 6 inputs is not enough? 15:25 Price in perspective 17:09 My take 17:37 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at the ZOOM F3 audio recorder. This sound recorder can record wide dynamic range sound with its dual analogue to digital converters per input and 32-bit float recording capabilities. This tiny recorder features two high quality microphone inputs and a solid body that can attach to a camera or your belt or even to your wrist with a strap. To learn more about 32-bit float wide dynamic range audio, please see this sound for video session: https://youtu.be/x4Kc_IFgRXo 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - ZOOM F3 32-bit float audio recorder —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/6RvZm - ZOOM BTA-1 bluetooth adapter —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/vqICA1 - ZOOM F8n Pro 32-bit float audio recorder —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/fdkN4s - Sound Devices MixPre II series 32-bit float recorders —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/O8e0 - Tascam Portacapture x8 32-bit float audio recorder —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/BE098 - Sennheiser MKH416 Microphone —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/AVgsgHZ - AA Li-Ion rechargeable batteries —Amazon https://geni.us/gKjQ6G - Aputure 600D PRO LED Light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/3fj3g0g - Impact Luxbank softbox - B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Panasonic GH5 camera —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/InspOl - Olympus 45mm f/1.8 lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/6cvOQ Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #ZOOM #F3 #Sound Index: 00:00 Start 00:11 Summary 00:21 Introduction 00:32 XLR inputs & self-noise 01:14 32-bit float wide dynamic range 01:35 32-bit float demonstration 05:45 Sample rates 05:49 No gain setting, just amplification (post fader) 06:47 No meters 07:13 Amplification level (post fader) 08:32 2 track recorder, mono or stereo 09:07 Build quality 09:38 Mounting with 1/4 screw or belt 09:57 Powering the F3 10:42 USB audio interface 11:01 Loopback 11:15 Direct monitoring 11:49 Screen 11:59 microSD cards 12:08 Bluetooth BTA1 add-on with app control 12:28 Ultrasync Blue timecode 12:45 Line/mic output 13:09 Output limiter for live sound or sending sound to camera 13:56 Headphone jack 14:24 RF immunity 15:00 Size and weight 15:12 Price and warranty 15:27 No 1/4 or 3.5mm inputs 15:49 Plastic battery door 16:08 Bluetooth add-on BTA1 16:53 Belt loops can get in the way 17:10 Colored headphone amplifier 17:37 Buttons and ergonomics 17:55 Cannot record at same time as USB interface 18:14 Timecode limitations —not a lot of camera report 18:57 Max input level +4dBu & loud sound 19:39 Set amp level before recording 20:19 My take 20:59 Which situations is it NOT good for? 22:11 Which situations is it good for? 23:15 Versus Tascam Portacapture x8 24:57 Versus Sound Devices MixPre 27:02 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at the RODE NTH-100 headphones. These headphones include several interesting comfort and convenience features. Let’s run through the features and talk a bit about how they sound. 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - RODE NTH-100 headphones —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/gO1K6 - Earthworks SV33 microphone —B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/jfIw - ZOOM F8n Pro audio recorder —B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/fdkN4s - Aputure 600D PRO LED Light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/3fj3g0g - Impact Luxbank softbox - B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K - B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB - Simga EF 24-70mm f/2.8 lens - https://geni.us/bhOWVlW - Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro —Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/IlH1t - Beyerdynamic DT 700 and 900 PRO X — Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/XaZBvwb - Sennheiser HD 820 headphones —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/sennhd820CH - Sony MDR-7506 headphones —B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/sonymdr7506CH Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #RODE #NTH-100 #Headphones Index 00:00 Start 00:11 Summary 00:21 Introduction 00:59 Specs 01:15 Ear cups 01:30 Cooling gel 02:01 FitLock 02:19 Clear markings for L&R 02:58 Replaceable cable and break-away plastic 03:34 Build quality 03:44 Storage pouch, 3.5mm and 1/4” connectors 03:56 Impedance and compatible devices 04:11 Price 04:16 Cable movement transfers to ear cups 04:45 Sound quality and resolution 05:39 Resolution and distinguishing frequencies 06:36 vs. Sony MDR-7506 06:49 The bottom line 07:33 Summary 08:11 Frequency measurements 09:50 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at the Aputure LS 600X PRO LED light for video and film production. Specifically, we look at what makes this light professional versus a lot of other LED lighting instruments on the market. The Aputure Light Storm series of LED lights have come a long way! 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Aputure 600X PRO LED light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/EreRQa - Aputure 600D PRO LED Light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store https://geni.us/3fj3g0g - Aputure Light Dome II —Aputure, B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/AuMKRr - Aputure F10 Fresnel —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/hhz1 - Aputure F10 Barn Doors —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/UqeUv6b - Impact Luxbank softbox - B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K - B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB - Simga EF 24-70mm f/2.8 lens - https://geni.us/bhOWVlW Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #Aputure #600XPro #Lighting Index: 00:00 Start 00:14 Summary 00:24 What makes this “pro”? 01:17 Color quality 02:35 Light output lux & foot candles 03:30 Build quality 03:57 Water resistant 04:46 Power options 05:40 Remote control options 08:11 Bi-color and hard light modifiers - barn doors, fresnel, spotlight mount 09:34 Price 10:01 Transport case 10:12 Yoke —baby pin and junior stand receiver 10:54 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at and a listen to the NEAT Microphones King Bee II. This large diaphragm condenser microphone has an XLR output and has a rich, broadcast style sound for spoken word audio such as for podcasts, live streams, interviews, etc. Its self-noise is very low, almost on part with the RODE NT1 which is one of the best in the market. We include some raw samples so you can hear the microphone directly out of the recorder without any processing. 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - NEAT Microphones King Bee II microphone —Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/Qb7r - RODE NT1 microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/Uz0w - Universal Audio Volt 276 USB audio interface - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/H5pbQ7 - Aputure 600X LED light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/EreRQa - Impact Luxbank softbox - B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K - B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/uK8UqB - Simga EF 24-70mm f/2.8 lens - https://geni.us/bhOWVlW Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #NEAT #Microphone #KingBeeII Index: 00:00 Start 00:13 Summary 00:23 Introduction 00:36 Audio quality samples vs RODE NT1 01:04 Pop filter and plosives 01:17 Sibilance sample 01:34 Directionality/Polar Pattern Sample 02:40 Shockmount sample 04:11 XLR microphone 04:37 Practical noise floor sample 06:07 Heavy build 06:22 Includes pop shield and 2 year warranty 06:29 Low rumble 06:55 Similar with RODE NT1 07:20 Pop shield not very effective 08:00 Shockmount not very effective 08:14 Need a hefty stand 08:46 Summary and recommendation 09:19 Unique look 10:02 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, we have a look at and listen to the Tascam Portacapture X8 32-bit float audio recorder. This hand-held sound recorder includes a set of stereo microphones (X/Y and A/B) plus 4 XLR microphone/line inputs. With its 32-bit float capabilities, it can record wide dynamic range audio and when you’re recording spoken word or singing vocals, even if the levels exceed 0dB, you can recover the audio in post production. We have a closer look at the features and performance in this extensive review. 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Tascam Portacapture X8 audio recorder - B&H https://bhpho.to/3IrIcI4 - Tascam WS-11 fur windshield - B&H https://bhpho.to/3voufan - RODE NT1 microphone — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/Uz0w - AA Lithium rechargeable batteries —Amazon https://geni.us/gKjQ6G - Stand - Sound Devices Pix-base stand —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/Y6WXndU - Aputure 600X LED light —Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/EreRQa - Impact Luxbank ENORMOUS softbox - B&H https://geni.us/pJEgP - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Panasonic GH5 camera —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/InspOl - Olympus 45mm f/1.8 lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/6cvOQ - Canon C70 Camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8 lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2022, Curtis Judd #TASCAM #Portacapture #X8 Index: 00:00 Start 00:12 Summary 00:22 Recorded with X8 and RODE NT1 01:21 4 XLR/TRS inputs 01:45 32-bit float HDR recording 02:33 Sample rates 44.1 to 192kHz 02:48 +24 or +48V phantom power 02:58 Practical noise sample 04:22 microSD cards 04:48 Included stereo microphones 05:43 3.5mm input and output 05:53 Headphone jack 06:10 In-build speaker 06:23 Bluetooth app control Android/iOS 06:51 Handling noise 07:13 Power options and performance 07:51 USB-C audio interface for computer or mobile 08:12 Pre-record 08:47 Color touch screen 09:06 Easy modes 09:39 Podcast sound pads 09:53 Effects —Low cut, limiter, compressor, EQ 10:22 Mounting options 10:36 Warranty 10:48 Plastic build 11:34 Limited dynamic range relative to other 32-bit float recorders 12:38 Recover clipped audio sample 13:59 USB Audio Interface 24-bit max 14:14 Handling noise 15:12 No redundant recording media 15:44 Reflective screen 15:56 Arm then record? 16:45 192kHz sample rate hum above 20kHz 17:23 Need windshield for outdoor recording 17:52 Price 18:05 My recommendation 20:23 ZOOM H6, H8, or Portacapture X8 24:11 Please buy my courses

In this week’s episode, I share my impressions of the Aputure P600C RGBWW LED panel light. This is a professional grade lighting instrument with some unique features which differentiate it from competitive lights. We also cover how this grade of light differs from much less expensive lights. This is NOT a review. This is NOT a consumer product. I’m just sharing my impressions as an education and corporate video professional. Who is this light for? Rental houses, production companies, gaffers, or studios. Rent when you need it. Who this is not for? YouTube creators or those working on self-funded video projects Features - 720W RGBWW LED soft panel with 120° beam angle - Removable panel dimensions 63.97 x 28.49cm/21.18 x 11.21in - 2,000 to 10,000 Kelvin color temperature - Green/magenta balance control - Great color quality SSI = 84 @3200 Kelvin - Output **** Lux @ 3 meters, @5600 Kelvin - Constant or full power dimming curves - PWM Frequency selection for high speed filming 20 - 22kHz - 4 independent light engines controllable via app or DMX - HSI, RGB, XY, CCT modes - Curved yoke with junior pin to accommodate light modifiers - Dual tilt lock system to hold BIG modifiers - Updated control box for cable free connection when mounted to back of light - Junior pin - Power supply built in to lamp head - 48V, 15 amp 3-pin XLR input, Neutrik powerCON input, cable included - Sidus Link app control - Lumenradio and 5-pin DMX512 (16-bit) control - Lead/follow mode - 19 color effects, 300 gels - Available modifiers —Softbox, barn doors, space light, honycomb grids, intensifier panel, dual panel frame, studio yoke, rain cover - Price $3,290 USD or with case $3,590 USD Notes - Heavy: Head alone is 30.29 lbs, 13.74 kg but still lighter than most common competitors (e.g., Arri) - Too big for c-stands, need junior stands to support the weight 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. Https://school.learnlightandsound.com Support my work creating videos by donating at Ko-Fi.com http://ko-fi.com/curtisjudd Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases: - Aputure Nova P600C RGB LED panel light - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/WquI - Aputure Amaran 100D - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/A3HByXB - Aputure Spotlight Mount - Aputure, B&H, DVE Store. Amazon https://geni.us/kfAj - Rosco Prismatic Glass Gobo Cool Lavender creates the color pattern on the back wall - B&H https://geni.us/GWKt - Chimera 4x4 frame - B&H https://geni.us/enY27 - Chimera 4x4 fabric - B&H https://geni.us/wjX31pd - Sound Devices MixPre series audio recorders - B&H, Sweetwater, DVE Store, Amazon https://geni.us/O8e0 - Sennheiser MKH8050 microphone - B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/mUcDk - Panasonic GH5 camera —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/InspOl - Olympus 45mm f/1.8 lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/6cvOQ - Canon C70 Camera —B&H https://geni.us/ABYB - Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8 lens —B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs Take your films to the next level with music from Musicbed. Sign up for a free account to listen for yourself: https://geni.us/G7by Copyright 2021, Curtis Judd #Aputure #Nova #P600C Index: 00:00 Start 00:13 Summary 00:23 Introduction - NOT a review 00:40 Who is this light for? 02:20 Unique features 02:25 Color quality 03:15 Removable diffusion panel 03:32 Light output 04:01 Green - Magenta balance 04:35 Output details 04:45 Adjustable frequency for high-speed filming 05:39 Color temperature mode 06:09 RGB modes - HSI, RGB, X/Y 06:49 Curved yoke for modifiers 07:16 Weight, hand brakes, and junior pin 07:52 Control box 08:34 Powering via AC and batteries 10:00 DMX512 16-bit, 5-pin input 10:30 Lumenradio wireless DMX 10:39 Sidus Link Bluetooth mesh control 11:44 Lead/follow mode 12:08 4 independent light engines 12:53 Lighting effects and gels 13:08 Lighting modifiers 13:46 Pricing 14:00 Considerations for those new to this type of light 14:37 Heft and bigger stands 15:43 My impressions 16:32 Please buy my courses