Different Types of Microphones
It’s understandable that most people are excited to get out there and shoot their movie or start recording their very own podcast. Creating art of your own is incredibly fun and rewarding, but what’s not so fun is when you listen back to what you’ve recorded and find out you’re hit with tinny, dull audio full of interference, hisses and pops.
The Fellowship's Favourite Christmas Films
As the festive period is almost in full swing, no doubt your favourite Christmas film will soon be making its way to your screen, along with hot chocolate and some seasonal snacks!
Everyone has their own preference for what is considered the all-time best Christmas film, from heartfelt rom-coms to guns-blazing action movies, what is yours?
Today, we’re sharing what we’re looking forward to curling up on the sofa to in the run-up to the most magical day of the year.
How to Create Monster Sound Effects
What do you think of when you imagine monster sound effects in films? Maybe Godzilla, Alien or the dinosaurs out of Jurassic Park?
Many productions have successfully created intricate and unique sounds to draw in audiences and enhance an otherworldly experience. The question lies with how these sounds were able to be made.
What is Post-production Sound for Film?
Even if you are not a sound designer, having a basic understanding of sound design and post-production is key when levelling up your next project. Sound is an omnipresent part of stories, from the time in human history where storytelling was developed; actors and storytellers employed sound through the changes of their own voices and even sounds produced with objects around them to further involve their audiences.
How to Mic and Conceal Microphones on Talent
Using a microphone while filmmaking is a core part of sound design. This, on top of a boom mic, ensures the dialogue is picked up clearly by the sound crew on set. But oftentimes, the mic will need to be hidden to create the illusion of real-life situations, such as in narrative filmmaking.