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by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
It doesn't matter if you're a budding music producer, a seasoned gearhead, or just a music enjoyer: we all know that microphones are the most crucial and intimate component of the recording process. While microphone technology continues to evolve, audio particularly benefits from the technology of yesteryear—many of the most iconic and sought after microphones were first developed decades ago and are still in use to this day!
This entry is a something of a primer where we'll be discussing some of the classics and a few modern gems; it's as
by Steven Esposito · Posted
There comes a time in one’s life when you strongly consider starting a podcast with the people around you. No matter what the topic is, you’re going to need some gear. Microphones, cables, audio interfaces, mixers—thinking about all this gear can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help! Whether you are brand new to this wonderful hobby or a seasoned speaker looking to take your podcast to the next level, we have some suggestions for you.
Microphones For Podcasting
There are three general types of
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Adobe is excited to announce their latest addition to its Photoshop Elements and Premiere Elements platforms, giving causal creatives a solid foundation to explore their inner artist, designer, photographer, or editor. Powered by AI and designed for simplicity, Elements takes two creative suites and streamlines various commands into something more palpable for all sorts of users. Creatives can clean up distractions, sharpen various details, trim, resize, add music, effects, and so
by Luke Rollins · Posted
At first glance, studio photography and the compact camera may seem strange bedfellows. The type of work associated with the studio—still life, product photography, portraiture, macro photography—usually wants cameras with larger sensors and interchangeable lenses, especially in professional applications. Compact, point-and-shoot cameras, for their part, have their natural home in everyday, travel, nightlife, and street applications, where their discretion and size become virtues.
It might seem almost cruel to introduce the compact to the
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Shure by Gator is a licensing partnership between the famous microphone manufacturer Shure and Gator, one of the leading manufacturers of audio equipment stands and cases. These two big-time brands have teamed up to make high-end premium audio accessories like boom arms, mic stands, and equipment bags created specifically to support the legendary Shure equipment and microphones like the SM7B and MV7—but they’re perfectly compatible with just about any piece of equipment.
by Steven Esposito · Posted
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is currently underway with billions of fans tuning in to see their favorite teams on the pitch. For this year, FIFA named Lenovo as their Official Technology Partner, providing fans with deeper insights into player statistics and match analytics, bringing people even closer to the action no matter where they are. With such an ambitious task at hand, we must ask the question: How does any of this work?
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
When it comes to choosing the right camera, there’s often a gap between the small, pocketable point-and-shoot cameras and larger mirrorless ones. While interchangeable lens mirrorless cameras have much to offer, their higher price points and larger form factor often make them unfeasible for the average photo enthusiast. It often leads to the question of how a photographer can bridge that gap.
Enter the aptly named
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
In a world where photographers are being asked to capture video and filmmakers need to shoot photos, having one tool that can do both is a major asset—especially in the world of wedding photography where it’s often the same team putting together both the photographs and the video. For this type of scenario, Sony’s latest camera solutions offer some of the best options for hybrid shooting.
Here are some of the best
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
As a new product that caters to an underrepresented segment of the home/portable speaker market, the release of the somehow simultaneously big and small Sonos Play looks to represent the culmination of Sonos’s reconciliatory pilgrimage.
During the development of their new speaker lineup including the Play, Sonos has completely overhauled their mobile app design, seriously improved their tech support, updated
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Since its founding in 1992, DPA Microphones has gained a prestigious reputation in the audio industry for their mics' exceptional quality, crystalline transparency, and rugged and reliable build quality. And while DPA's microphones have found their way onto the stage with Beyonce, onto the sets of Game of Thrones, and into the concert halls of the world's greatest orchestras, what's perhaps most impactful to our world is the contributions they've made to the scientific community: DPA's microphones have enabled advancements in medicine,
by Zack Young · Posted
While small two-person 2.4 GHz wireless microphone systems are ubiquitous across social media (partly due to the large logos emblazoned across their transmitters), experienced shooters know these systems are prone to occasional dropout, as well as mic capsules that often sound tinny and compressed. For video projects that demand consistent, high-quality audio, professional microphone systems with wider transmission ranges and more robust lavaliers are essential—which is why Saramonic’s new
by Zack Young · Posted
The holidays are the perfect time to treat yourself or the filmmaker in your life to a thoughtful gift that can actually help with new creative projects. We’re not talking novelty shirts or snow globes, but rather lights, lenses, batteries, and more—the utility players in any videomaking arsenal. Plus we’re focusing on kits, so you can get the most bang for your buck and have a few different toys at your disposal.
For the Indie Filmmaker
amaran Ace 25c RGB LED Light Panel All-in-One Creator Kit
by Zack Young · Posted
Matte boxes have become an increasingly common part of camera setups even for smaller crews, but there still exists a large gap between classic high-end offerings and newer budget-friendly variations. Kondor Blue is attempting to bridge the gap with their well-built but still affordably priced 4x5 Matte Box System. The Base Kit comes with the front unit hood, top flag, and 95mm clamp-on lens adapter, while the
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
When looking to modernize and scale your PTZ camera installation, or if you’re setting up events or venues on small to large networks, connecting and controlling your PTZ cameras can become difficult to install, control, and scale if you’re using common SDI, HDMI, USB, or even HDBaseT PTZ camera connectivity.
What Is NDI?
“Network Device Interface” (NDI) is a widely used bidirectional IP video transport protocol created by NewTek (now Vizrt) for
by Frank Abbate · Posted
So, you’ve decided to maximize your screen size and bring the cinema home. Big TVs are nice, especially for everyday viewing with lights on, but when you want a truly immersive experience, nothing beats a giant screen in a dark room.
Choosing a home theater projector can be daunting, to say the least. There are so many different types, models, and prices ranging from a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars. To help you in your search, we are here to talk about some of my favorite home cinema projectors currently available. I’m not here