Audio Equipment
Quick Tip!
Test your audio equipment and make sure batteries are fully charged before leaving the equipment room!
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Audio is a very important aspect of quality production. There are many pieces of equipment available to ensure the best quality for projects. Equipment like the Zoom H4n, XLR cables, Shure Wireless Lav, and the Sound Devices 702T are all devices that will help you with recording the audio needed for a project.
How to use the Zoom H4n and wrap XLR Cables
The Zoom H4n is a great recording device used primarily with a lavalier, or shotgun microphone. It has built in microphones as well. The video below explains the process of using ZoomH4n, along with how to properly wrap an XLR Cable.
How to use the Shure Wireless Lav
For subjects on the move, The Shure Wireless Lav is a great mic to use. The most important part of the process is setting up the mic, along with its transmitter and receiver. The video below explains the entire process and should help with any questions or concerns.
Quick Tip!
Wireless mics do NOT use phantom power (+48V)!
How to use the Sound Devices 702T
The 702T has many features and specific settings. It has two channels of Sound Devices next generation microphone preamps with phantom, limiters, and high-pass filters. This video explains some of the qualities of this device and what is included with it. Watch this video to learn how to properly set up the 702T recorder.
Quick Tip!
An adapter is needed to upload the files from the CF card in the 702T. They are available in the equipment room!
How to use the Boom Mics
Boom Mics allow you to record audio without needing to mic your talent. Boom Mics can be hand held or placed on a C-Stand. When using a Boom Mic, make sure it’s close to your subject and pointed at the talent’s chest. This tutorial video will go in depth into how to use the Boom.
