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Sound Advice: 10 Tips for Better Audio Gathering (page 2)

Top Tip

Are ten tips still too many to remember? Here's the one most important Top Tip for Good Audio:

Get the microphone close to your subject.

Traveling In Style

You've got all your equipment together and you're prepared for anything audio that may come your way. But where does all this stuff go and how will you pack it? I know all my audio gear won't fit in my camera bag, and that doesn't even count my wireless stuff and mixer. Maybe it's time to ditch the milk crates and invest in a separate bag strictly for audio equipment. With some adaptation, you can modify an inexpensive piece of carry-on luggage to safely store and transport your audio equipment. Don't forget some Velcro straps for microphone cables and maybe some duct tape for emergencies. Just don't leave tape on your cables for any amount of time - the sticky goo it leaves behind will get on everything.

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