A few weeks ago I published an article about a growing trend with indie sound fx libraries. The issue? Sound library sales are becoming more frequent, with deeper discounts each time. The result is that while promotions result in great savings for customers and quick cash for publishers, the perception of value for sound fx […]
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Field Recording-Friendly Charity List
A while back I was inspired to donate to a field recording-related cause. I couldn’t find much info about sound-related charities, so I reached out to people online. I received some great responses (thank you!). To help others in their search, I decided to post a running list here. Do you love field recording? Are […]
Continue ReadingNew Website: Free Ambisonic Field Recordings
Ambisonic field recordings are currently on the upswing as more projects involve AR, VR, and 360˙ sound. Recently I noticed a new, free Ambisonic sound library with tracks recorded by popular community field recordists.
Continue ReadingArticle: Car Recording Session Gear, Technique, and Tips
Vehicle sound effects are some of the most difficult field recordings to pull off. Doing so requires having an iron grip on the location, operating (and maintaining) dozens of microphones and recorders, a pro driver, and of course impeccable technique. It’s a tricky balancing act and equipment trouble, interruptions, engine failure, and intrusive sounds are […]
Continue ReadingNature Field Recording Tip: Capture Elusive Sounds with “Drop Rigs”
Have you ever geared up, walked into the wilderness, and found yourself surrounded by bland nature sounds? You wouldn’t be the first. Why is this happening?
Continue ReadingBest Posts of 2018
Every year roundup posts from the year before. They include articles that received good feedback, personal favourites I’ve enjoyed writing, or posts I feel have shared new ideas about field recording, sharing sound, or organizing clip collections. It’s a few months into 2019. So, it’s time to continue the tradition with a look back on […]
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