The main problem with today’s HDSLR cameras is the poor quality audio they capture. This is a small obstacle to overcome with the super-affordable, high quality-audio-capturing Zoom H1 . The problem then becomes syncing the two sources in post production. Assuming you’ve used a slate or hand clap to give a solid point to align […]
Browser Basics – Final Cut Pro Screencast
The least exciting area of the Final Cut Pro interface is the lowly Browser. Everyone knows the basics, but did you know ⌘4 is the keyboard shortcut to make it the active window? Did you know you can cycle through view options with ⇧H and you can copy a clip from one bin to another […]
Zoom H1 Wind Noise Test
Here’s a test in 3 versions, all recorded in what I would describe as a light to medium wind. The first is with no windscreen. Results are poor as expected. The second is with a homemade dead cat — thanks to my neighbor for sewing it together for me! I think I’ll keep my eyes […]
Audio Comparison: T2i – Zoom H1 – ATR3350
My kids are such good sports. I asked them to spend a couple seconds helping me compare the audio quality between the three sources: The T2i built in audio – obviously not the preferred method of capturing audio, but it has to work in a pinch and I wanted to hear how it sounds next […]
A Look at the Zoom H1 Recorder
My impressions of the Zoom H1: I like the size, but it does feel a little flimsy. It’s 100% plastic, which doesn’t bode well for its durability. I discuss that and more, with some audio samples included at the end. Visit the Vimeo page for more information. Overall impression: if you need a portable recorder, […]
LCDVF 3:2 Review
I was excited to pick up the Canon T2i over the summer. It immediately became a favorite toy and must-have item whenever I was out and about with the family. Just before our family vacation, I ordered and received the LCDVF 3:2, a device touted by many HDSLR video shooters as the first accessory one […]
Upcoming Performance
Come join me at the Missouri Music Educator’s Conference and Workshop Friday January 29th, 2010 at 10:30am. The Lee’s Summit High School Symphonic Band will be premiering a new piece commissioned for this performance. When I set out to write it, I knew there had to be a secret nod to Lee’s Summit High School. […]