Microphones

Documentaries are about real people in real places doing real things. Documentaries were the first films ever made.

Audio is one-half of your finished video, yet many people seem to forget that important element. It's time to sound off about microphones.

From handheld to boom, wired to wireless, and battery operated to phantom powered, there's a plethora of mics available, how do you know which mic is the right mic for you?

Movies with true organic sounds, imagined futuristic electronic audio, and even the everyday noises around us, aren't complete without good sound effects.

Tips for to improve conversation audio in your video

It's not just the newlyweds making wedding promises. Before you say

Multitasking when you are directing is not easy but sometimes necessary. Here are a few suggestions.

Considered an art form by many, documentary video production has its own special challenges and rewards. In this second of three parts on how to make a documentary, we'll explore how to plan your approach, find your subject and begin the process of bringing your vision to fruition.

Using an off-board mic is a big step for many video producers but just using any old mic is not good enough. For the best sound, use the best mic for the situation.

If you visit a Hollywood film production, or sit through its credits, you know it takes busloads of people to get the production in the can. But what if you don't have access to busloads of people?

A brief overview of microphones for the videographer.

Waves crashing, seagulls screaming, kids laughing... all elements of natural sound that enhances every story and boosts the impact of your video.

A few simple tricks to find the best way to record and edit your narrator.

Choosing the best microphone for your next video shoot.

Recording the few and far between.

When it comes to video interviews, audio is king.

Learning to deal with the elements as you shoot video.

Sometimes microphones should be heard and not seen.

What you hear is as important as what you see.