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by Luke Rollins · Posted
Canon’s RF mirrorless system is gaining two new wide-angle lenses, the 14mm f/1.4 L VCM and the 7-14mm f/2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM, representing new ground broken for the company’s flagship optical group. Optimized for hybrid workflows, the new prime is the company’s brightest ultra-wide ever, while the new fisheye zoom covers a
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Antelope Audio has made a name for itself with their lineup of modeling USB microphones. The Axino Synergy Core USB mic claims to be able to mimic the sound of expensive and rare legacy microphones including the $17,000 Sony C800G—all while including a built-in USB audio interface along with a bevy of
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If there's one thing we love about the NAMM Show, it's the ability to play with all the latest audio gear. Synths, drum machines, and samplers are no exception. From affordable to high end, Gabe shares his favorites from NAMM 2026.
0:00 - Intro
0:25 - Waldorf
3:15 - phase8 with Tatsuya Takahashi
5:46 - Tats's Demo of the phase8
6:57 - Roland TR-1000
9:11 - ASM
11:25 - Casio Mystery Sampler Prototype
13:40 - Artesia Xsynth
15:24 - Outro
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Shure has announced a modern refresh of their KSM lineup of professional microphones with the new KSM32C, KSM40C, and KSM44MP models, which feature redesigned shock mounts, updated circuitry for lower self-noise and better bias-voltage, and improved overall performance. These microphones will be available from Shure in early March.
The KSM32C large diaphragm condenser mic replaces the current KSM32 and comes in both a
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Leica has announced their newest M lens, the revolutionary Noctilux-M 35mm f/1.2 ASPH. A generational leap in performance, this is the fastest 35mm lens in the M-System to date. With a maximum aperture of f/1.2, the lens earns the Noctilux moniker. Additionally, it is the first Noctilux lens to feature close-focusing capabilities, making it an even more versatile tool for image
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
We can say from experience that there’s nothing worse than your fingers freezing while on a winter photo shoot. From a scientific standpoint, exposure to the cold results in constriction of blood flow to the extremities, resulting in rapid temperature loss that approaches ambient temperatures. In layman’s terms, your hands get cold fast. Once you feel that chill, it’s nearly impossible to think about anything else.
Enter gloves. From mittens to liners, we all probably have more pairs of gloves than we know what to do with, but not all pairs
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Picking up a camera is often the start of a life-changing journey. And when it’s combined with a focus on community building, the determination to lead by example, and shrewd entrepreneurial skills—this basic action can have a ripple effect with the potential to change countless lives.
Above photo © Monet McGorda, Immortal Vision Agency Director
In today’s show, we speak with creative community trailblazer CJ Wolfe, who has built a passion for pictures and infectious team spirit into a multifaceted brand that encompasses rental studios, a
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Have you ever struggled to figure out which light modifiers you should use to best match the mood you’re going for? Westcott Lighting Top Pro Ian Spanier joins us at the B&H Event Space for a live, dynamic session breaking down how to choose the right light modifier for any subject, style, or setting.
0:00 - Intro
1:47 - Choosing the right modifier
9:07 - Training your brain to think in f-stops
13:51 - Working with limited space
16:10 - Setting up demo
18:47 - Using a beauty disk
42:42 - Rapid box
59:43 - Using umbrellas
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
When it comes to improving your wedding photography, you're likely to hear a lot about gear. We've done our fair share of these gear guides from using fast lenses to complicated lighting set ups. Now, we want to talk about techniques you can use to up your wedding photography game.
Let's take a step back and return to the basics. In this guide, we're going to look at five simple things you can do to up your wedding photography game. These tricks will aid us in both our understanding of the job, marketing ourselves, and client relations.
Be
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by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
The new Shure IntelliMix Pro Bar Kit is a powerful all-in-one video conferencing solution designed for medium to large meeting spaces and offering top-tier audio and video with an advanced microphone array and dual AI-powered 4K cameras with a 135-degree field of view.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
As photographers, we are faced with a wide array of lighting conditions, ranging from bright sunlight to dimly lit interiors. Using ambient light as your main source is often preferable; however, in a situation such as an event or portrait where time is of the essence, you will need to know how to properly expose all these varying scenes using both natural and artificial light sources.
Being resourceful with your lighting setups lends greater efficiency, and having a lighting system you can easily move from one situation to the next quickly is
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It's the dead of winter, and you're probably dreaming of photographing birds somewhere warm. But what if we told you that you could take advantage of your local area, be it a park or your own backyard. Matt is in the field to demonstrate how he finds birds, how he chooses his settings, and more.
0:00 - Why Winter Bird Photography?
0:35 - Free Birding Apps
2:50 - Best Lighting for Bird Photos
3:26 - How to Find and Photograph Birds
9:03 - Bird Baths and Habitats
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
When recording, mixing, or mastering, it’s critical to refer to meters to ensure the project is properly balanced and leveled but the nature of metering can be difficult to parse. The philosophy and mathematics of different methods of metering can produce vastly different results even when analyzing the same exact audio signal. Understanding how metering works and how to use it is key for creating professional sounding music.
In this guide, we discuss the basics of metering, the science and philosophy behind the different methods, and