CHAPTER 16

Production Sound Tools

image  SOUND RECORDERS

The Generic Digital Sound Recorder

All portable digital sound recorders used for film production record PCM audio and are essentially the same in their basic features and operation (Figure 16-1). These features include microphone inputs, record level controls and meters, recording controls, and audio outputs. However, the difference between digital recorders centers on how the audio data is stored. We will look at that later in this chapter.

Microphone Inputs and Preamps

True XLR microphone (“mike”) inputs are essential for film production. XLR connectors are the professional standard connector ...

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