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
New Beginner's Editing Controller Works without Wires
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
Videonics CG Makes a Handy Video Prompter
Tools & Tips
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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