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Posted 02/06/2023
What are the pros and cons of shotgun microphones? How far should they be placed from your subject? What mistakes should you avoid when recording? Gabriel Richards shares the best practices of using shotgun mics for streamers, YouTubers, and filmmakers.
0:00 - Introduction
0:33 - When to Use a Shotgun Mic
1:14 - Why You Should Use One
2:32 - Setup and Mistakes
3:34 - Recording
4:14 - More Tips and Tricks
Not sure if a lavalier or shotgun microphone is right for you? Check out
Posted 01/30/2023
Lavalier or shotgun microphone: which one should you use for your interview? There are pros and cons for each and in this B&H video, Gabriel Richards discusses the benefits and drawbacks so you can make an informed decision.
0:00 - Introduction
0:24 - Lav Microphones
1:51 - Shotgun Microphones
3:13 - Richards’
Posted 07/07/2022
Hands-free, lightweight, and ready to go right out of the box, the Hollyland Solidcom C1 is a wireless headset system perfect for your production.
0:00 - About
0:34 - Overall Specs
3:10 - 9-Person Version
5:27 - Final Thoughts
To learn more, read the Hollyland Solidcom C1 announcement. Let us know how you plan to incorporate the headset into your
Posted 04/07/2021
A.B. Belinfanti takes a look at Sennheiser's second-generation MKE 400 on-camera supercardioid shotgun microphone. Whether you’re a videographer or content creator, using a camera or smartphone, this versatile shotgun mic is made for on-the-go filming!
Watch the video, then learn more in this article on
206 Views· Posted 12/03/2019
From podcasts to indie films, this lightweight boom mic perfectly captures the human voice. What more could you ask for in a mic?
Click here to learn more about the RODE NTG-5
958 Views· Posted 09/23/2019
Sometimes, despite your best efforts, you just aren't able to capture audio at the quality you would like. Whether it's background noise, unwanted dialogue sounds, inconsistent audio levels, or you just want to improve the overall quality of your video, this video will show you how to fix your audio in post.
1:04 Background Noise
3:15 Unwanted Dialogue Sounds
4:05 Inconsistent Audio Levels
7:05 Sweetening Audio
If you would like to continue reading about the Audio for Video series, be sure to check out all of our related content
774 Views· Posted 07/29/2019
In this sixth video in our audio-for-video series, AB gives us a simple introduction to post-production, highlighting the different steps of treating your audio once you’re finished shooting your video. From naming your files correctly to thinking about your final output levels, this video will give you a general sense of the common practices used to get your audio sounding just right. Check it out!
If you would like to continue reading about the Audio for Video series, be sure to check out all of our related content
1,859 Views· Posted 06/24/2019
In Part 4 of our multi-part Audio for Video series, AB walks you through the pros and cons of recording audio to your camera versus using an external audio recorder. Learn about when direct-to-camera recording may be ideal, and when you’ll need to start thinking about additional devices, such as mixer adapters and external multi-track recorders. As usual, AB breaks down many important considerations and helpful tips that you need to know for high-quality audio capture in the field.
If you would like to continue reading about the Audio for
661 Views· Posted 06/16/2019
In Part 3 of our Audio for Video series, AB dives deeper into the process of properly setting recording levels. Follow along as he breaks down everything you need to know about recording levels, from the differences between Mic and Line level recording to the the different types of tools that can assist in the recording process. Along the way, AB also dishes out plenty of crucial tips to help you get the best possible audio out of your recordings.
If you would like to continue reading about the Audio for Video series, be sure to check out all
1,276 Views· Posted 06/11/2019
In this second video in the Audio for Video series, AB discusses ways to choose the best mic for the type of content you’re recording. He discusses pickup patterns, lavalier and shotgun mics, mic placement, and more. If you want to know how to use the right mic to capture audio for different video applications effectively, this is a great resource.
If you would like to continue reading about the Audio for Video series, be sure to check out all of our related content
1,665 Views· Posted 05/27/2019
Welcome to the first video in our multi-part Audio for Video series. In this introductory episode, AB kicks things off with a quick overview of topics that will be covered in this series. After that, he dives into the basics of audio for video, covering everything from environment prep to situational mic use. If you’re looking for a solid intro to audio for video gear, tips, and techniques, this is a great place to start.
If you would like to continue reading about the Audio for Video series, be sure to check out all of our related content
1,426 Views· Posted 10/16/2018
Join AB and Doug Guerra as they discuss the different challenges and techniques with which one is faced when recording and mixing audio for video. They cover topics such as equipment choice, EQ, compression, room acoustics, and more, and there are in-depth demos with screen captures that show how to go from an initial draft to a completed product. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other instructional and informative videos at BandH.com.
2,135 Views· Posted 05/14/2015
Adrian Toto has an important piece of advice for wedding videographers: think about audio! Quality audio bridges the gap between fine art and storytelling and is imperative for a successful wedding video. Toto outlines the basic audio gear and mic setups needed to record a wedding, whether you are shooting solo or with assistants, and he mentions a few pitfalls that you can expect along the way, and how best to avoid them. His pointers are apt for a video team or anyone shooting solo, but his most practical tip—hire an assistant who is as
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