When it comes to recording sound for video production, everyone wants it to be easy, but most people aren’t willing to sacrifice sound quality for ease-of-use. Sounding professional is a top concern, no matter what. I’ve used lots of gear over the years, but it wasn’t until I tried the Tascam DR-10L belt-pack recorder that …
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The default settings of the Tascam DR-10L are well chosen, but I still recommend changing a few of them. For example, I always think it’s a good idea to use the DUAL RECORD feature. For the best results with the Tascam DR-10L, just follow the chart below. Changing the settings on the DR-10L is logical …
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tl;dr = rub alcohol on it with a cloth 🍸 There are certain portable audio recorders, headphones, and other equipment have a special kind of external plastic that “feels rubbery” to the touch. The advantage was that it made the gear easier to grip when you held it, reducing the likelihood that you would accidentally …
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The Zoom H4n Pro and Tascam DR-40X have great sounding built-in stereo microphones and multiple inputs, but there are often occasions when you only need to use a single external microphone. Both of these recorders have settings you can adjust that make using a single microphone sound even better. I explain how to do this …
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The new Zoom H8 audio recorder was just announced and I wanted to share my initial thoughts. This device offers a new spin on the role a portable audio recorder can play, and it does a few things that I think are impressive and compelling. If you’re someone who records music, podcasts, and audio-for-video, the …
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If you’re looking for an entry-level portable audio recorder that has XLR inputs — and let’s face it: you are — there are two models you should definitely consider: the Zoom H4n Pro and the Tascam DR-40X. In this post, I compare them closely, show you what makes them different and what features they share, …
The Zoom H4n Pro is an updated version of the Zoom H4n, a portable audio recorder with a diverse array of features. The original H4n—which is now discontinued—was one of the most popular models on the market. The H4n Pro is very similar, but it has 3 key upgrades that make it a better product. …
I own several portable digital audio recorders, and when I need to make a recording I usually grab my old Tascam DR-40. Why? I like how it sounds, and the controls are easy to use. I also occasionally record line-level audio, and the DR-40 has a simple switch that adjusts the input levels for that …
I compare the Zoom H4n to the Tascam DR-40, and explain the differences between the two in this hands-on review.
After testing out seven different on-camera mics, I’m still not sure which one to suggest to people.
