Filmmaking 101 - How to Record High Quality Audio on a Budget
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- Опубликовано: 14 июн 2011
- Learn the equipment and skills you need to be a great sound technician/boom operator on your film set!
This is a perfect sound recording tutorial for an HDDSLR Filmmaker, who's just starting out. You've got your great HDDSLR camera and a nice lens, but you need audio to match!
Remember the old filmmaking adage: "Sound is more important than picture."
Links to the equipment I used:
Audio Recorder:
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
Microphone:
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
XLR Cable:
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
Optional Items:
Clapboard:
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
Boom Pole:
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
Thanks to DarthXboxian for the idea for this tutorial
9 years later. Still a great video. Thanks Steve, really enjoyed it.
Thanks Michael. Hey, just want to let you know that my Live Stream show starts tomorrow at 6pm EST, and continues every Monday and Wednesday. I hope you can join! Consider subscribing to my channel to be notified when I go live - it’s free! Thanks
Almost 10 years later and this video is still insanely helpful.
agreed!
Thanks! Hey just so you know, I’m starting a live show that will stream every Monday and Wednesday right here on my channel! Come hang out if you can!
@@DiCasaFilm oh wow! Still going strong after all these years on YT?
Trying to!
@@DiCasaFilm good man!
I see complaints about this not being "budget." Understand what you are doing is not a cheap hobby or profession to begin with and you will understand that $500 is cheaper than $3000-4000.
oneshotmgmt this is true, thanks for that reminder lol now I don’t mind paying
I totally agree with this. I am restating that being filmmaker is not a cheap hobby or profession (restated from the comment I'm replying to). When I bought everything for my needs (camera, shotgun mic, etc.) It equaled out to a total of around $700. Your budget is just something you need to keep in mind.
I've been looking around for a tutorial like this for ages. God bless you, man
Make sure your XLR cables are clean so that your Zoom recorder doesn't get STDs
Best tutorial ever.. you're such a good teacher :-) everything was clear and easily understood from the way you described. Thank you so much! Best tutorial video on RUclips!
This video really helped me make my decision to go with the H4N and I have been very happy with the results. Steve you rock. A big THANK YOU from all of us independent film makers!
By far the best audio tutorial I have ever come across! Thank you so much!
Just got the H4 and using it for a documentary...great tutorial. Much appreciated!!
Excellent How To........clear and well-delivered. I did detect an inate desire for the presenter to be the next Batman, so I wish you well on that!
can you use an adapter from 3.5mm to 1/4" jack and not lose quality?
anywhere there is a connector, you have a loss in quality. so no, you cannot, but generally the drop is small enough most people couldnt tell the difference. best advice is to use gold connectors, they have lower resistance.
I have no words to say thank you. Only one thing I want to say that this video has given me something that I was looking for a long time. People like you help to forget us the misery that we couldn't join to a film school. GOD bless you. Your faith student from INDIA.
5 years later and this still helps
not in 2020
Don Gerra Marco why not?
@@Scratman12 the price did not go down like it suppose to
This is the best tutorial on RUclips, this guy is awesome!
Great segment, you're a very good instructor, answered all of my questions and helped me get to the root of my sound problems, thanks!
Amazing tutorial, thank you so much. I'm shooting a short film in 2 weeks time, forgot about the sound recording and started to panic! I feel more relaxed now!
"He just got a Canon60D, cool choise"
Me: "What?"
looks at the date of upload
Me: "Oh"
😂 my reaction
😆
Pointing the mic towards the ground is preferred because usually the carpet will absorb sound, instead of bouncing it which the ceiling would do (to answer your question at around 22:25), and the bouncing sounds echoey and bad. :)
What if there is no carpet?
Then you point it sideways towards the curtains lol
I've seen quite a few tutorials, and none of those were as helpful, or detailed as yours. So, thank you! :)
Great informational video! It had tons of info that I found interesting and learned about. Especially when you talked about setting up the H4N Zoom, so you don't run into the problem of having your audio levels sounding distorted. I am starting out as a Filmmaker and trying too gather so much knowledge. I appreciate the time you put into making this video and hope your still doing this, since this video was uploaded over 3-years ago. Hope your doing well and God bless!!!
these filmmaking 101 videos are great
Mr. Dicasa,
You Must continue these types of tutorials. Whether its the Zoom H4n of what-ever. You are a natural. Some of these tutorials on here are literally a waste of time, I want to die. Keep up the good work? PS. After watching 5 Zoom H4n tutorials I learned zero. I am now set thanks to you!
Thank you!
I have seen this a couple of times over the years. This is a very informative vid. Done well. Explains without out going overboard.
Fantastic tutorial. Thanks, man. I'll definitely be checking out the rest of your stuff.
I would like to thank you for your videos. I have a dream to make my own movies - I am working on several scripts right now - got a camera and hope to get the basic terminology, ideas and basic knowledge. Thank you for your time and energy making these videos for those of us who cannot go to film school. HUGE THUMBS UP. I didn't plan on this chapter in my life - I am a pro-pilot by trade. So it's not easy to go back to school for this stuff now that I am nearing 40 and am married and have two kids. You seem like a nice guy - and you are a really good teacher. Thanks man- I will be watching all your videos (this is my second)
we should make movies pilots would appreciate
I watched this like two years ago when I was first interested in film-making and I've found it again now that I've gotten serious. Is this a sign?
It's an algorithm. ;)
DiCasaFilm i have a question, what was that yellow tape that was taped around the microphone's wind screen useful for? i don't think you explained it in the video. you did it at 6:51
swagmasterdoritos 925 it's at 21:31
AmDsus2Fmaj7Am so the yellow tape was so you could easily notice when the mic was out of frame or not?
swagmasterdoritos 925 Definitely
Omg you are a godsend! I am new to acting yet get a lot of auditions and your tutorials taught me so much on a budget. Keep doing this please! You have a great presence and are so informative
Real great presentation...have worked on major films & you rock!
Thank you!
I LOVED THIS VIDEO FOR ONE REASON. EVERYTIME BATMAN SAID "I'M BATMAN" IN HIS HUSKEY VOICE. THAT WAS SO FUNNY.
please what lavalier mic are you using?
Agreed. I think it's incredible that people now have access to these tools to create awesome films. Keep 'em coming!
GREAT video. I just bought a Zoom H4n. NICE stuff. The video answered a few questions I had about sound. I'm quite familiar with sound from a musician's standpoint, but new to film sound. You did a really good job of explaining it, and the job of the boom operator. You rock :)
plz upload a complete tutorial for zoom h4n
See the manual ;)
please please please don't think that using a boom mic (condenser hypercardiod pick up pattern, "shotgun" mic) is used to "get" the room reflection. it is not. we do not want dungeon reverb on a production recording… we add that all in post. it won't cut together with ring out on dialog lines. You do know you will edit your takes right? We do like a boom mic but not because of that. It is a larger diaphram then a Lav. and generates full body and richness in recordings. The Lav. does reject most audio not coming from talent's mouth. But is designed to be thin in recording because it is placed on the chest and gets plenty of low end voice recording because of that. your reasons for using Lav. over Shotgun mics are mainly number of actors, and weather they move or not, and also the proximity of actor to the production mixer's recorder. i.e., do you need a bunch of length on a boom cable, or will actors walk /drive, etc… Also will you shoot wide and tight with 2 cameras? because boom may not be in frame of tight cam, but will be in frame of the cam shooting wide. also Lav. gets much closer and cleaner audio (clean of unwanted NYC traffic for instance). But yes that recording will be thin, and possibly have the cloth movement from wardrobe, or even radio interference (these mics are typically non wired, or have radio packs used along with… ) or crackle, at the worst possible moment of your talents lines.
Really really helpful tutorial! I've never recorded anything in my life but I plan on making videos later on so watching this helps me get acquainted with how it all works. I greatly appreciate it.
Fantastic tutorial Steve, well done. I learned a lot. Going to to look at your learning to sync video now.
@DiCasaFilm Since this video is 5 years old, what audio recorder and microphone would you recommend. I'm going to start doing short films.
Actually, I still use the Zoom h4n.
thank you, this answer is just what I needed. Compliments for your excellent lesson. And your charming assistant.
NTG2 is still good. I've heard the Tascam recorders (DR44wl, DR60D mk II) play nicer with the NTG2 in terms of preamps, but that's about it. Now a days you can also get the iRig Pro to use your phone/iDevice as a recorder instead of the Zoom so you can get a modern touch interface that way. Other than that everything still applies
I really like the Zoom H6
Nowadays is really one word, and it's still MICROPHONE, not "miker phone".
I'm Batman.
mudturtlevision No. I am Batman.
Scott Stewart No, we're all batman
+ZennorTale I’m Jeff.
I'M BATMAN...
Im 5 years later
Awesome! Please make more videos!! You are the best at it. So many tutorials leave steps out. You don't. Baby steps, that's what I need . Great job man!
Really helpful video to help me get started with my new audio equipment. I watched to the end, which doesn't happen often! I will check out your other ones. Many thanks.
Watched the whole thing because of a false promise. Never found out what the deal with the yellow tape on the 'condom' was. So depressing.
I mention it quickly. It's so you can more easily see if the mic is in your shot.
500$ is on the budget? I can buy another dslr body for that kind of money. Show some real budget options.
Petar Maksimovic I am glad I was not the only one thinking this!
Petar Maksimovic the camera is not everything thats important.
No but dslrs are damn expensive and something that cost as much as it is miles away from "budget". Yes quality audio is important and is expensive, but then don't call it a budget variant.
Petar Maksimovic In comparison with other audio options, this is actually not that expensive.
Petar Maksimovic Low budget in the film industry or any for that matter doesn't mean it'll be dirt cheap. You still have to expect to pay the price for quality. You're complaining about DSLR costs but they are significantly cheaper than full feature entry level video cameras. In this video he uses maybe under 2,000 if you count the camera and lens but it's still better than paying $50,000 for a RED cinematic camera alone. Nevermind the cost of certain lenses, you've already bought the cost of a new luxury car. Makes you appreciate only paying $1000 or less, right?
Thanks for taking the time to make and post these videos. This is great stuff.
That's an awesome video! Thanks for the tips!
Very professional.
extremely helpful advice but that batman shit isn't funny.Thank you for great advice though
Well, I think it's fucking hysterical.
haha
HOW IN THE FUCK IS THIS BUDGET
+TheSentimentalGoat This is really cheap compared even to what most indie filmmakers use.
+TheSentimentalGoat Yeah, that's what I was thinking. I know it's far less than any Indie movie but you're still looking at over $500. If I was going to spend that much money, I'd go ahead and splurge on something really nice. I thought the price would be closer to $200
start learning some manners ... and then the proper use of a keyboard, douchebag!
Walter Tonetto Learn how to tie a noose, and then use it :)
You should spend as much on audio as you do on visuals
If you spend $600 on a camera you should be looking to spend around $500 - $600 on mics and recorders
Great tutorial! You get right to the points without all of the extraneous chatter other tutorials seem to have. Show and tell, hands-on, very direct approach. Thanks!
Great tutorial my friend! Aspiring filmmakers are grateful for your guidance.
Can you show us how to edit out all of your tongue smacks?
Lol. If I knew I'd be rich.
+DiCasaFilm LOL, you're a good sport.
adobe audition is your friend :P
I dont see how "just below $500" would be considered "on a Budget"
You've never worked on a film set then.
Matthew Glover If you want to learn what "on a budget" means dont be afraid to watch Film Riot. These guys make $10 DIY Camera Slider! Now that is what I call "on a budget". Dont misunderstand, I loved ur video, its just wrong title.
I watch Film Riot, but you can't build audio devices. You have to purchase them, and there are a lot of components to them.
I just built a two light bank light system out of fluorescent lights for under $200 where a Kinoflo system cost around $2000 for one light. That's "on a budget". "On a budget" means cheaper than the alternative.
If YOU want to learn what "on a budget" means don't be afraid to work on an actual film set. Ryan Connolly would rather work with real equipment than stuff he makes.
film makers ball hard thats why 500 is on a budget
Loved this video, Steve. I inherited some film equipment, which included a zoom microphone. I bought an H4n and didn't know how to sync everything up. This really helped. Thank you!
Great tutorial man, loaded with good info!
over 200 dollars for a mic without an on switch? wow that's stupid
Pro mics never have an on switch
Get out of your parent's basement
RuneScape. Nice.
kalef1234 That’s not stupid pro mic don’t have on/off switches Leave the guy alone.
quit watching after the fourth i'm batman. annoying
❤️
I just started film school and this is so great to me. I needed this thank you so much man.
Terize
Holy baloney this is the greatest video ever. Thanks a bunch for the clear instructions and laid back approach. I wish you the best and am looking forward to using your tips to make awesome stuff.
and seriously, awesome instructing
Thank you! I really appreciate that. :)
I was searching for videos on improving audio quality and yours was the first one that came up...I remember meeting you at the RUclips space in NYC! I thought "DiCasaFilm" sounded super familiar. Anyway, great to find your channel again and hope you're well. Thanks for the tutorials. I'm trying to work on the production side of things and they've been a big help so far.
Great Video, just want to thank you for taking the time to make this, it is very helpful. Thanks champ!
Very well explained and i really need this kinda video. I want my major to be Sound but i really have limited knowledge about it. Definitely subscribed!
Man, I just shot the first of a 5 part series on how I do audio for DSLR. I'm going to finish editing/posting my videos, and then I'll come back and watch this all the way through to see how much of this we do the same way. Looking forward to watching - and using Batman is hilarious and genius!!! Nice!
I've been shooting video since the early 80s and just want to say for a 101 you did a fine job. thank you. Love the H4N. good tip on the battery switch also, Lithium way to go and the -6 Rec level works well too vs. the limiter feature.
Awesome stuff, thank you very much this will come in handy. Keep the good stuff coming
I can't thank you enough for putting so much time and details in your videos. You help a lot in democratizing the art of film making. You do really cool stuff, and I like your style ;)
Thank you for your wisdom, I have just learnt much more than expected!
Great video. Explains perfectly how to start your recording on h4n
Greatest video I have seen. Others never have to much detail on h4n. I have the microphone., but didn't know how it worked. Thanks
Watching this in 2020; still as useful and relevant. Thank you for making and sharing these tips.
Another awesome tutorial!!
Hey thanks a lot. I still don't know why you should have the colored tape on the edge of the mic though, did I miss anything?
@vokalplus it's so you can easily see if your mic is dipping into the frame. having bright tape will allow you so see either the bright color or the black no matter what the background is. he explains it at 21:05 ish. sorry I'm 7 years late.
@@danggood i forgot writing this question lol but yes thank you for the reply, now my life is complete :)
Great tutorial! I'm trying to learn as much before i begin any of my more recent projects, and the one thing that i have not been as well informed about was sound. This video has definitely helped me understand the most important things, and even though i am going to have to work with an even lower budget than your's, I will still know these details for what the sound man needs to do.
Thank you!
Just subscribed, very informative and easy to understand. Keep up the great work.
This video was very helpful. Thanks!
Thanks, I've had a zoom h4N for a few years but not really known how to use it well. Now I know more! Fantastic
WOW !! this is the most detailed and well explained audio recording tutorial I ever seen.. XD
thanks bro.
Thanks a lot! cool tutorial- very helpful easy and on subject!
Awesome tutorial. Thanks DiCasa!
this was a great video! ive been looking so long on how to do the audio and stuff to get for audio! thanks som much!!!
This video was excellent! Really was a lot of help!
Very informative video. Thank you!
Great video. I've been thinking of getting the H4N and this was really useful. Thanks.
A good tutorial that details and puts forth the basics of the H4N Pro very well. Due to the amount of information the narrator must have to plough through, lets also mention this very important point; in regards to scrolling through the menu settings, make sure that the Stamina switch in the battery compartment is not switched on, otherwise you will get fewer choices in the menu (e.g the mode feature will not be visible). The purpose of the STAMINA switch as I know, is to extended the battery life for the unit up to 11 hours. Also worth noting is a very handy tool in the Menu INPUT settings, if you turn off the sub menu's 1/2 LINK option it will give you the freedom to separately adjust the recording level for the external MIC 1 & MIC 2.
That was a great and educative tutorial.Thanks a lot.
Very good tutorial. I use the H4n and have had good luck with it. I strongly recommend you use head phones (or at least ear buds) to listen to what's being recorded. Sometimes there are cable or mic problems that cause poor audio and, if you aren't listening to the H4n (your ear phones plugged into the unit''s mic jack) you won't know about it.
Thank you so much for this. I knew this would be possible with this kit and you've shown me exactly how to do it.
Wow, this tutorial must've taken a great deal of effort to make. This is awesome- thanks man!
Thank you for making this - it is very useful esp. for those who use the Zoom H4N as I do.
Great video nice job Steve!
Good stuff. Helpful video, thanks!
nice one!! I learnt some new things.
Thanks buddy.
Dude, badass'ness with this post. Excellent and intuitive!
I'm really learning a lot from your videos. Thank you.
You just earned yourself a subscriber! Great video!
NOICE! Thank you!
That's awesome, i've watched the DSLR setup tutorial and this one also, i just want to say thanks, i am from far away by the way (Mauritania) so thanks from Mauritania
Man, congratulations! Yo do a magnificent work.
Awesome resource. Thanks a million.
Best and most informative Ive seen
Love your tips dude. Cheers.
I think I've found my new hero! Thanks for tutorial! SOLID GOLD!
I can sync the audio in Sony Vegas Pro 13. Thank you sir for this tutorial! You've just earned a sub from me!
subscribed! Great work!