Chapter 4

Question 1

4 elements of audio

Answer 1

Speech
Ambient sound
Sound effects
Music

Question 2

Monitor the Sound

Answer 2

Visit the Location Beforehand
Use Headphones
Monitor the Recording Levels
Understand Recording Levels

Question 3

Adjust In-Camera Audio Settings

Answer 3

Manual Audio Adjustments
The Microphone Attentuator
Test the Volume

Question 4

Use the Built-in Microphone Properly

Answer 4

Keep It Close to the Subject
Avoid Windy Conditions
Pick Up Multi directional Sound

Question 5

Explore External Microphone Options

Answer 5

Getting Connected
Lavaliere and Lapel Microphones
Hand-Held Microphones
Camera-Mounted Microphones
Boom Microphones

Question 6

Learn to Use Lavaliere and Lapel Microphones

Answer 6

Attach the Microphone Properly
Minimize Movements
Test the Volume
Monitor the Audio During Recording

Question 7

Get the Most out of Hand-Held Microphones

Answer 7

Turn It On and Off
Hold It Close
Hold On to the Microphone
Secure the Cord

Question 8

Operate Camera-Mounted Microphones

Answer 8

Check Compatibility
Cover the Microphone with the Windscreen
Find the Range

Question 9

Operate a Boom Microphone

Answer 9

Get the Right Connector
Keep It Out of the Shot
Place the Boom Microphone
Control the Distance
Monitor the Audio