July 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Indy Media: The Camcorder's Impact

A look at the camcorder and its role in the course of human history.

Bore 'em Cross-eyed!: Tips for Tedious Videos

Some people make boring videos without trying; this article shows you how to put some effort into it and make a real industrial-strength snoozer. If you'd rather entertain your audience, simply do the opposite of all that's recommended here.

Audio Mixers for Video Production

Whether you're shooting on location or dubbing in the edit bay, you'll find plenty of uses for an audio mixer. This survey will help you choose the right mixer to fit your needs -- and your budget.

Wired for Sound

This survey of external microphones will help you improve your audio in one easy step. Complete with our annual microphone buyer's guide.

Picking Your Approach

Documentary? News magazine? Talk show? Sitcom? Here's how to choose an approach that will help your video get its message across clearly and effectively.

Reviews

Product Probe

JVC JX-ED11 Video Editing Controller, Knox Studio40 Character Generator, Hitachi VM-3700A VHS Camcorder

Columns

Viewfinder: We're On the Web

We're On the Web

Camera Work: Learn from the Pros

Learn from the Pros

Pause: Video is Other People

Video is Other People

On Ramp: Opportunities on Satellite

Opportunities on Satellite

Edit Points: Moving to Time Code

Moving to Time Code

Sound Reasoning: Better Audio from Your Built-in Mike

Better Audio from Your Built-in Mike

Desktop Video: Bundles of Joy

Bundles of Joy

Departments

Letters

Tools & Tips

Quick Focus

Product Scene

SatterTundra Targa "Auto Focus" bags
NRG Research PowerStation-II
The Advantage
Sony CCD-TRV30
Sony CCD-TRV40
Sony CCD-TRV70
Triton Marine Video Universal Underwater Video Housing
Samsung VR8905

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