Review

iZotope RX 8 for Field Recordists and Sound FX Pros – First Look

2020/10/21 Filed Under: Gear, Review

Earlier this fall American software company iZotope release the latest version its sound restoration software: RX 8. It’s been a long time coming. RX 7 was released in September 2018. So, is version 8 worth the wait? Is it a good choice for field recordists and sound effects pros? Let’s learn more.

Review: Wildtronics Parabolic Microphone Dish

2019/07/24 Filed Under: Gear, Review

There’s one tricky aspect about nature field recording that’s not often discussed: distance. Imagine you’re recording in foothills alongside a forested mountain. The wind picks up. You need to move into the shelter of the trees. It’s a half hour walk to get into the right position. When you’re there, you hear a woodpecker drumming […]

Fixing Field Recordings: Accusonus Audio Repair Bundle First Look

2019/03/13 Filed Under: Mastering, Review

When I first began field recording, I captured any sound I could point my microphone at. It didn’t matter what it was. A shrieking kettle? Sure. Light switches? Done. Traffic from my balcony? I have dozens of tracks. Beginning field recording is an exciting time. It introduces a way of thinking about the world that […]

Sony PCM-D100 Review: One Year Later

2017/01/18 Filed Under: Gear, Review

I've been meaning to write a review of the Sony's PCM-D100 portable audio recorder for some time now. The D100 is the successor to Sony's popular PCM-D50 model. The D50 is known for its excellent sound quality, impressive battery life, and sturdy construction. How does the PCM-D100 (US$775) measure up to its older brother? This […]

Article: Review of Wildtronics Parabolic Microphone Dishes

2015/07/22 Filed Under: Gear, Review

I’ve had a fascination with parabolic dishes ever since I read community field recordist Tim Prebble’s experiences using a Telinga dish to capture nature recordings. Prebble’s article showcases the stunning results parabolic field recordings achieve. Recordist Daan Hendriks, who is currently roaming the wilds of Africa capturing sound effects, is also a fan of the […]

iZotope RX 4 vs 3 Feature Comparison

2015/01/07 Filed Under: Mastering, Review, Software

It seems like just a few months ago that I wrote an article comparing iZotope’s RX3 audio restoration software with its predecessor, RX2. At that time, RX2 had been known as a respected tool for polishing troublesome audio. The software hadn’t seen a major update in years, however. So, last year’s announcement of RX3 was […]