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407 Views· Posted 01/05/2018
In this second part of our tutorial on the basics of DJing, we explore the basics of tempo matching and mixing.
360 Views· Posted 12/28/2017
In the following video, Rob Rives demonstrates how to set up and use a basic DJ setup. This video explores the functions, controls, and features of a DJ mixer, CD players, and turntables. Rives shows how to connect the players, main outputs, and booth outputs. We showcase setting gain, using the
2,594 Views· Posted 11/15/2017
Watch B&H’s Rob Rives as he walks you through using the Sound Devices MixPre 10-T, a multi-channel audio recorder and USB interface. As you hear the dulcet tones of his voice through the unit’s Kashmir mic preamps, Rives will expound on the device’s channel count, I/O combinations, Timecode capabilities, 32-bit A/D conversion, control methodologies, and more. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other
813 Views· Posted 10/19/2017
Join B&H’s Rob Rives as he introduces us to Toontrack Superior Drummer 3’s endless possibilities for performing, honing, shaping, and molding drum tracks without any thinkable creative restraints. For this latest iteration of the software, audio pioneer and award-winning engineer George Massenburg teamed up with the company to put you in control of a complete virtual drum studio with a level of quality, flexibility, and authenticity
5,462 Views· Posted 08/11/2017
In the following video, Rob Rives demonstrates the Zoom LiveTrak L12 Digital Mixer and Multitrack Recorder, and how it can be a useful addition to a small club, live band’s rehearsal space, or project studio. This video explores the functions, controls and features of the LiveTrak L12, including the 8 mono tracks and two stereo tracks, which not only allow you to mix your live instruments, but records each track individually to the on-board SD recorder. We showcase the on-board FX processors, use of instantly recallable scenes, and the setup
14,126 Views· Posted 07/04/2017
Join B&H’s Rob Rives as he discusses Sound Device’s Mix Pre-3 and Mix Pre-6 audio recorders, in depth. First you’ll hear the Mix Pre-6’s Kashmir mic preamps in action as they pick up the dulcet tones of Rives’s voice. Then, he covers the units extensively, giving you an overview of their gain range, filtering
3,275 Views· Posted 09/29/2016
In the following video, Rob Rives demonstrates the QSC TouchMix–30 Pro Digital Mixer, and how it can be a useful addition to any band setup, rehearsal room, club, concert hall, house of worship, school, or broadcast studio. This video explores the functions, controls, and features of the TouchMix–30 Pro, including the large 10" multi-touch screen, anti-feedback and room-tuning wizards, two real-time analyzers (RTA), the patch matrix,
1,613 Views· Posted 04/06/2016
In the following video, Rob Rives, from B&H, discusses how to improve the audio in your video without the use of a dedicated audio editor. He explores the basics of audio levels during recording, and what to do once audio is inside the video-editing software, including normalizing and compression. We also briefly look at what to be aware of during final audio output. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other instructional and informative videos at B
8,266 Views· Posted 12/03/2015
In this video, Rob Rives shows us a new six-track audio field recorder from Tascam, the DR-701D. An update to the DR-70D, the DR-701D now represents Tascam's flagship audio recorder for single-shooter video production. Designed specifically as an audio-recording solution for DSLR video applications, the DR-701D boasts dual built-in omnidirectional microphones and four XLR/TRS inputs with phantom power. In addition, the recorder features
11,313 Views· Posted 10/29/2015
In the following video, Rob Rives, from B&H, discusses the Zoom F8 Professional Multi-Track Field Recorder for Filmmaking and Sound Design.
Using both an Audio-Technica AT899 Condenser Lavalier Microphone, as well as a Schoeps CMC6 MK41 microphone mounted on an
12,013 Views· Posted 02/17/2015
In the following video, Rob Rives gets hands-on with Beachtek’s DXA-Pocket audio adapter, and compares it to three other Beachtek products to see how the features match up. He examines the DXA-Pocket's available I/O and how Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera and DSLR shooters might use the adapter to help get better
1,989 Views· Posted 01/27/2015
In this video, our in-house audio expert, Rob Rives, demonstrates the new, console-free StudioLive RM32AI from PreSonus, a 32-input digital mixing system that can be controlled using your Mac or PC. It offers full touchscreen integration when used with an iPad or a multi-touch Windows 8 computer. Designed for a wide array of live sound mixing and studio applications, the system is equipped with 32 recallable mic preamps
474 Views· Posted 11/24/2014
In this video, Rob Rives shows us four different portable keyboards that make great starter keyboards for kids. Rives takes a look at the Casio SA-76 and CTK-6200, the Yamaha EZ-220, and the
25,820 Views· Posted 10/31/2014
The DR-70D is a 4 channel audio recorder with a form factor and feature set specifically designed for DSLR video shooters. 2 built-in mics on the front and 4 XLR-1/4" combo inputs with phantom power and a stereo 1/8" input with plug-in power.
3,722 Views· Posted 09/11/2014
Dave Roberts, from MOTU, explains the ins and outs of the new Thunderbolt-compatible 1248, 16M, and 8M audio interfaces. He also explains how the separately available MOTU AVB (Audio Video Bridge) box enables you to network with multiple computers and extend cable runs, and he emphasizes how the interfaces themselves are outfitted with top-notch components. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide