Curtis Judd 8/22/20 Curtis Judd 8/22/20

TONOR Q9 Budget USB Microphone Kit

In this live stream, we demo the TONOR Q9 USB microphone - a $70 USD microphone which connects directly to your computer and comes with all of the accessories needed to start recording, streaming, or for online meeting apps.

FULL DISCLOSURE: TONOR sent this microphone to me free of charge with the agreement that I would demo it on a livestream. They did not tell me what to say. All opinions shared here are my own.

If you’d like to learn how to make great dialogue audio for your film and video projects, please have a look at my courses including processing dialogue audio in Adobe Audition and DaVinci Resolve/Fairlight, recording sound, how to use the Zoom F4, F6, F8, and F8n, and how to get the most from the Sound Devices MixPre series of recorders.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, Pictureline or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

TONOR Q9 USB Microphone - Amazon

Fifine T669 USB Microphone - Amazon

ATEM Mini Pro USB Live Stream Capture and Switcher - B&H, Pictureline, Amazon

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “For the Kids” by Utah. Get a free trial of the best music for your videos at Musicbed.

Curtis Judd 8/21/20 Curtis Judd 8/21/20

What is a dB (decibel)?

Great article by Steve DeMott over at Production Expert titled, “dBs Explained: A Musician's Guide To Understanding Decibels.” While it is aimed at musicians, it is 100% relevant for filmmakers and good to understand the different dB scales so you can sort out problems, interconnect gear, calibrate levels, and become a better mixer. Take your time to absorb it, you will be happy you did.

Curtis Judd 8/10/20 Curtis Judd 8/10/20

Live Sound for Video Session: Q&A

In this week's session, we answer your sound for video questions. If you'd like to submit your questions ahead of time, please join over at School.LearnLightAndSound.com. Opt in to the mailing list and I'll contact you once a week where you can reply with your question. Weekly Sound for Video Session where we answer your questions about audio for video and film.

Please consider enrolling in my courses on sound production and post processing and how to operate the ZOOM F series or Sound Devices MixPre series recorders.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, Pictureline, Musicbed or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

- RODE NTR - B&H, Sweetwater

- RODECaster Pro - B&H, Sweetwater

- Zoom PodTrak P4 with Podcast Mic Pack (ZDM-1) - B&H, Sweetwater

- Zoom H6 Audio Recorder - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Zoom F4 Audio Recorder - B&H, Amazon

- Zoom Livetrack L12 Audio Recorder/Mixer - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- MixPre II, 3II, 6II, 10II Series Audio Recorders - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Sennheiser MKH50 boom microphone - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Sennheiser MKH416 boom microphone - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Sennheiser MKE 600 boom microphone - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Sennheiser AVX wireless microphone system - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Sennheiser G4 wireless microphone system - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Deity D3 Pro Camera Shotgun Microphone - B&H, Amazon

- Deity Connect Wireless Microphone System - B&H, Amazon

- Deity W.Lav Lav Pro lavalier microphones - B&H, Amazon

- Rycote Duck Rain Cover - B&H

- Countryman B3 lavalier microphone - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Shure SE215 In Ear Monitors - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- Beyerdynamic DT770 replacement earpads - Beyerdynamic Direct

Thanks to Musicbed for the music for this session - "Light Blue" by Utah. Get a free trial of the best music for your videos at Musicbed.

Curtis Judd 8/9/20 Curtis Judd 8/9/20

Takstar SGC-600 Camera Shotgun Microphone: Decent Sound on a Budget

In today’s episode, we have a look at and a listen to the very affordable Takstar SGC-600 camera-top shotgun microphone. This little microphone doesn’t have any of the fancier features you find on microphones like the RODE VideoMic NTG or the DEITY D3 Pro but its price is about 1/7th the cost. Have a listen to our audio samples to see if you can hear the difference.

Index:

00:00 Intro

00:23 Recorded with Takstar

00:41 On Camera vs Off Camera

01:35 Learn to boom your mic

01:57 Audio Samples vs RODE & DEITY

03:21 Outdoor sample

03:44 High Pass Filter On

03:56 High Pass Filter Off

04:11 Shockmount Test

04:42 No Fur Wind Cover

05:10 Size & Weight

05:25 Polar Pattern Sample

06:05 AA Battery

06:41 Gain Switch

06:51 Build Quality

07:07 Record to phone

07:19 High Pass filter

07:39 Price

07:47 No Fur Wind Cover

08:15 Compared to RODE and DEITY

10:08 Please Take My Courses

Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, Pictureline or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

- TAKSTAR SGC-600 camera top shotgun microphone - Amazon

- DEITY D3 Pro camera top shotgun microphone - B&H, Amazon

- RODE VideoMic NTG camera top shotgun microphone - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

- RODE VC1 3.5mm 10’ extension cable if you use the SGC-600 off camera on boom stand - B&H, Amazon

- Panasonic GH5 camera - B&H, Pictureline, Amazon

- Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 OIS II Lens - B&H, Pictureline, Amazon

- Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K - B&H, Pictureline

- Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS ART Lens - B&H, Pictureline, Amazon

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “For the Kids” by Utah. Get a free trial of the best music for your videos at Musicbed.

Curtis Judd 8/8/20 Curtis Judd 8/8/20

ATEM Mini Audio from RODECaster Pro

In this livestream, we covered how to feed audio from your RODECaster Pro to your ATEM Mini, Mini Pro, or Mini Pro ISO.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, Pictureline or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

Cable I use to connect the RODECaster Pro to the ATEM Mini: Dual 1/4" TS to 3.5mm TRS cable - Amazon

RODECaster Pro - B&H, Sweetwater

ATEM Mini HDMI Capture card and switcher - B&H, Pictureline, Amazon

ATEM Mini Pro HDMI Capture card and switcher - B&H, Pictureline, Amazon

Shure SM7B Microphone - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Earthworks SR314 condenser microphone - B&H, Sweetwater

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “For the Kids” by Utah. Get a free trial of the best music for your videos at Musicbed.

Curtis Judd 8/2/20 Curtis Judd 8/2/20

Lupo Superpanel 30 Full Color Lighting Design for Talking Head & Interviews

In today’s episode, we have a look at creating talking head or interview lighting setups for video with the Lupo Superpanel LED lights. I use these as my main lights for my corporate video work. We’ll also do an in-depth review of the new Lupo Superpanel Full Color 30 light which is an incredibly versatile option for small crew or solo shooters need a pro-level light that isn’t as heavy or cumbersome as most pro-level cinema lights.

00:00 Introduction

00:12 Pros/Cons

00:25 Lighting Design Demo/Walkthrough

04:22 About the Lupo line

05:17 Draw/Appeal of the Lupo line

06:10 About the Superpanel 30 Full Color

06:45 Color Quality 07:33 Color Modes

08:48 Green/Magenta Balance in CCT Mode

09:41 Powering Options

10:25 Effects 10:36 On Fan Noise

11:55 Flicker Test

12:20 Firmware Functionality

12:34 Size and Dimensions

13:15 Pricing

13:31 Cons in Depth

14:54 Conclusions

15:28 Please Take My Courses

Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, Pictureline or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

- Lupo Superpanel LED panel lights, soft boxes, and accessories - B&H

- Shure Twinplex TL48 lavalier microphone - B&H

- Audio Ltd A10 wireless microphone system - B&H

- Sekonic Speedmaster L858D-U light meter - B&H, Pictureline, Amazon

- Westcott 5 in 1 Reflector - B&H, Amazon

- Impact Turtle Base C-stands - B&H

- Sound Devices 888 Mixer/Recorder - B&H, Sweetwater

- Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K - B&H, Pictureline

- Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS ART Lens - B&H, Pictureline, Amazon

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “For the Kids” by Utah. Get a free trial of the best music for your videos at Musicbed.

Curtis Judd 8/2/20 Curtis Judd 8/2/20

Sound for Video Session: Livestream Review, Q&A

Here's a sample live stream session from Rob's channel. We'll use this as a basis for evaluating his livestream setup and provide suggestions on how he might improve:

Please consider enrolling in my courses on sound production and post processing and how to operate the ZOOM F series or Sound Devices MixPre series recorders.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, Pictureline, Musicbed or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

ZOOM F8n Field Recorder - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

ZOOM F4 Field Recorder - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Sound Devices MixPre audio recorders - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Earthworks SR314 condenser microphone - B&H, Sweetwater

Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro livestream HDMI switcher - B&H, Amazon

Canon C200 - B&H, Pictureline

Thanks to Musicbed for the music for this session - "Light Blue" by Utah. Get a free trial of the best music for your videos at Musicbed.

Curtis Judd 7/26/20 Curtis Judd 7/26/20

Live Sound for Video Session: Q&A

Please consider enrolling in my courses on sound production and post processing and how to operate the ZOOM F series or Sound Devices MixPre series recorders.

Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, Pictureline, Musicbed or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

ZOOM F-Control - B&H, Amazon

ZOOM F8n Field Recorder - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

ZOOM F4 Field Recorder - B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon

Neuman M150 Tube Microphone - B&H, Sweetwater

Earthworks SR314 condenser microphone - B&H, Sweetwater

Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro livestream HDMI switcher - B&H, Amazon

Canon C200 - B&H, Pictureline

Thanks to Musicbed for the music for this session - "Back to You" by Utah. Get a free trial of the best music for your videos at Musicbed.

Curtis Judd 7/26/20 Curtis Judd 7/26/20

Aputure Nova P300C LED RGBWW Light

In today’s episode, we have a look at the new Aputure Nova RGBWW LED light panel. This professional grade LED light panel features many of the things we are used to seeing in pro-level lights - durable build, good color quality - but also a few things we don’t see as often in the pro lights. This includes things like the wireless control via the Sidus Link app. Let’s have a closer look!

Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, Pictureline or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

- Aputure Nova P300C LED Light - Aputure Direct B&H

- Aputure Softbox for Nova P300C - Aputure Direct B&H

- Aputure Nova P300C LED Light and rolling hardcore kit - Aputure Direct B&H

- DPA 4017B Shotgun Microphone - B&H, Sweetwater

- Sound Devices 888 Mixer/Recorder - B&H, Sweetwater

- Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K - B&H, Pictureline

- Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS ART Lens - B&H, Pictureline, Amazon

The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicbed - “For the Kids” by Utah. Get a free trial of the best music for your videos at Musicbed.

Curtis Judd 7/22/20 Curtis Judd 7/22/20

iPhone vs Cinema Camera: Improving your Podcast Setups

I had the privilege to be a guest on Samuele Lilliu’s YouTube channel called Bullaki. Samuele has a background in both science as a physicist and a filmmaker. He’s an interesting and engaging interviewer and we had a good conversation on production values and how to elevate these, in many cases without spending a LOT of money.

You can learn more about Samuele and subscribe and watch his other videos at the Bullaki YouTube channel.