Audio Assist

The RØDE NTG-3

As a filmmaker concerned with sound quality, I’m looking to buy a good, all-purpose shotgun microphone.

By Dan Brockett
Q As a filmmaker concerned with sound quality, I’m looking to buy a good, all-purpose shotgun microphone. I don’t mind spending some money, but I can’t afford the top of the line. What should I look for, and what are your suggestions for the best value? Andrea W. Via e-mail A I’ve been using and reviewing shotgun and cardioid-variant... Read more

Sound And The Video D-SLR, Part 1

In this two-part series, HDVP first takes a look at production audio

By Dan Brockett
The popularity of shooting with HD-capable D-SLR (digital single-lens-reflex) cameras has resulted in a whole new range of audio challenges. In a nutshell, the audio on the new D-SLRs leaves something to be desired. Those in search of killer sound to go with their amazing HD images acquired with these new cameras have some major challenges ahead. PRO-Quality... Read more