5 Pieces of AUDIO GEAR for Wedding/Freelance Videographers

[@jacobmartinez6848]

Literally one of the most important things in wedding films, so clearly articulated and well done. Only 10k views. Every film maker should watch this. Get on your horse people!

[@fluffycast92]

4 years later. This is still gold. Thank you for showing examples and being thorough

[@TeppoHaapoja]

The one topic all videographers dread, good work man!

[@EricFloberg]

YUP haha! Thanks, Teppo!!

[@SamanthaKimDean]

Oh my gosh those little mics in the sleeves on the main microphone is genius and way more manageable for me as a lower budget wedding videographer. Thank you!

[@BraydenGlascockMedia]

this is by far one of the best informational videos on youtube. honest opinions, examples, real world applications. this was awesome.

[@Michaelproctor.]

I am so glad there is someone else out there that uses iPhone voice memos!! I've only been in the videography gig for 8 months and my audio gear has consisted of wired apple earbuds and my iPhone 😅 honestly works super well! Also, maybe you have done this and if you have please point me in the right direction! But I would love your opinion on how to get into the wedding videography game. I have never done a wedding and honestly kind of nervous to because it is such a meaningful time in someone's life that I do not want to miss capturing especially if they pay me to. So I would love to know how you started in the wedding industry and figured out how to do what you do at the beginning. Love you HS dad! 🥰😘😉

[@EricFloberg]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5fSnYejj611mrM 😉👊🏼

[@kareemhayes9347]

My iPhone in the groom's pocket literally saved a ceremony for me.

[@barrakelmahmoud]

dude you're hilarious! i'm a hybrid shooter sending love all the way from Ghana in Africa. I started using Matt's Sony mic attachment when filming weddings and it is indeed a life-saver! keep up the humour bro, peace and love.

[@danielross7954]

I appreciate that you not only listed what you have and how you use it, but also what is on your want list. @tascam give this man some gear.

[@EricFloberg]

I appreciate this take. Thanks for noticing! And yes, Tascam, plz sponsor meeee

[@tjrsasea]

The Zoom H5 can do backup recording that is -12db too!

[@EricFloberg]

Whuuuuut - This is why I love KZbin and not being a master of the craft while making these videos. Haha keeps me humble, but it’s also so helpful! I had no idea. I will absolutely use that from now on. Thank you!!

[@tjrsasea]

@@EricFloberg No probs! I only got my Zoom H5 a couple of weeks ago and am still discovering new stuff you can do with it haha! Thanks for your amazing tutorials :)

[@tiimmyyhh]

@@EricFloberg You can also get an XLR splitter and record the same line out to two channels, adjusting the gain as you wish!

[@broketostoke]

Something about those Suspenders hanging from coat hangers and you talking about Red Whips... Yes. Oh, on the topic of the video though, thank you. I am really looking forward to testing out some new audio options. I've already watched most of your videos... But I'm rewatching them because Im finally landing a couple gigs here and there, and I think it's time to start re-investing in my business, learning and overall... Myself. Doubling down. Thank you.

[@dprovisuals1890]

I advice when using the zoom H5 you record the audio directly from the mixer rather from the speakers, to be 100% sure of no interference and you are getting clean audio. I recorded from the speaker once don’t know what happened the audio was messed up. But never had an issue from the mixer.

[@exogendesign4582]

Some mixer has no aux output and when they do they use weird connector and when you need to wing it, all the option you have is the xlr output of the speakers. I really hate it when the mixer doesn't have common output. But luckily I found a solution where you can record the audio without any music from the mixer, by plugging it directly to the microphones end using phantom power splitter then plugging the other output two the zoomh5, then the other output to the mixer, whatever the dj does, you will get clean audio every time with no hiccups.

[@robertcollins3061]

Dude I love discovering new youtubers especially chicago natives. Love the content as well I have my first wedding coming up fingers crossed

[@jaymechristensen6310]

So glad I found your video...just starting out with video and your channel is essential to the learning process! Thank yoU!

[@andracatalin4973]

Maan. I started following you comming from the guys at mango street channel. I am a photohrapher myself and a dad to two kids and can really relate to you and your way of making thinhs / joke. I really enjoy all the entertaining way you share skill and knowledge.

[@RichieDiMaggio]

I use the dr10-L for my weddings and they’re the best. I would recommend

[@EricFloberg]

All I hear! Stoked to try it out!

[@stephenmac5837]

Breathe of fresh air my man, keep up the great work

[@EricFloberg]

So good to hear! Thanks, Stephen!

[@saraducky]

Thanks for the input I didn’t even think about recording on top of the speaker! Thanks

[@TheKevinUtz]

I love the humor you have! Great video again!

[@EricFloberg]

👊🏼 thanks, Kevin! Always appreciate your support, friend!

[@TheKevinUtz]

Internet friends are the best! Too bad we can't go for a coffee through the screen 😂👌🏻

[@sirentreasurebox]

Thank you! been looking for a good recorder not for events but for filming hihi☺️

[@APercussionLife]

"It's called the Olympus LMNOP" hahahhaahaha CLASSIC!

[@JacobQ05]

A Percussion Life Hahahaha I laughed more than I should have

[@EricFloberg]

WHO THE HECK NAMED THESE THINGS

[@jsbelinsr.1849]

Great job Eric. Obviously, there are lots of options, but the thing I appreciate the most is helping everyone understand that you should always have a backup. And if you can, have a backup for your backup.

[@benvallance2057]

The zoom F3 is 🤌🏼🤌🏼 32 bit float is amazing.

[@SamLucas26]

Bro... I am literally 5 seconds in and my jaw just hit the floor with that title design. That is soooo freaking clean 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼 You should run with that in some of your branding

[@EricFloberg]

Thanks, dude!! I took about a full hour making that work hahaha This comment makes me feel justified in having taken that long 😂

[@SamLucas26]

100% justified. I’d personally be a fan if you took an hour and did that for every video 😂 But it’s also not my time, so there’s that haha

[@Nedyroc2]

A recommendation for those looking to get a lav set up for somewhat cheap, but don't want to go the iphone route - I have the Saramonic Blink set, and it's AMAZING. Rode makes a fantastic Wireless Go set as well!

[@EricFloberg]

The lav+ into the Sony with The converter is pretty lights out 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@exogendesign4582]

I experienced that when I plugged my zoomh4n to the other Speaker, and then the dj forget to bumped up the sound of that speaker, wasted almost 3 hours of recording with no audio in the reception. Luckily I backed it up using my sonypx240 on the emcee and other head speeches microphone(Saved my ass every time). Also Thanks for the tips about recording facing directly to speaker, I always put my Zoom in the lower part of the speaker when I should be putting it on the top to access more treble and more pleasing registry voice. Learned a lot from this, and I will definitely pick up some this advices on my future weddings. Thank you very much Eric, Keep them coming.

[@EasyButtonFTW]

This is honestly so helpful! Audio is the biggest question mark to me right now for live events/weddings so there were some great knowledge nuggets here

[@zeberyreyes]

Bro, I really vibe with your energy! Keep making tutorials my man, because we need authentic people like yourself. Mahalo ps the Zoom H5 is awesome.

[@staffjenerette2412]

I got to say out of all the video clips I watch, by far Eric, you came across the your listener as the most competent one! So l can appreciate that and send thanks to you.... But I also enjoyed your demeanor and how relaxed you were speaking to your audience, along with your slapstick humor, and sharp dressed. However you are out of my league with a lot of the terminology, seeing how I do not have any experience yet. But, l would like to start learning the craft and was wondering if you could possibly recommend a link to me, or even a good place to start?

[@christopherschultz6695]

This is premium advice. I appreciate the advice.

[@kseniaprophoto]

THANK YOU! I've been struggling with audio for so long and running away from the external recorders. As a visual creator primarily, audio is like a whole new universe I have yet to conquer. Thanks for making it so straightforward and sharing your experience, appreciate it!

[@Echomotionmedia2]

What do u use?

[@DanTree]

Love the reading from the Sony mic! Goosebumps 🙏🏼

[@EricFloberg]

❤️❤️❤️

[@bthemedia]

@6:00 recording XLR or audio out of a speaker 🔊 - still need to monitor the audio levels even with -10db safety track recording. I plugged into the audio at wedding and leveled out, then as the musicians changed output levels (iPod songs, live music, mic) it all got blown out. So be careful and get backup audio sources unless you have someone to continuously monitor the audio levels!

[@markshallenberger6195]

You’re my spirit animal bro, all the awkward secondary comments I don’t edit out are the same ones that make your content a must see! Keep it up man!

[@EricFloberg]

I so appreciate you recognizing this hahaha

[@thrallski]

This video is saving my butt for my first gig this weekend! THANK YOU!

[@joshuadansby]

Thanks for the tips on the smaller recorders. Been screwed over a couple times and have needed simple solutions. Def gonna look into these more.

[@EricFloberg]

Dude, it’s an absolute life saver and so affordable 🤘🏼

[@lovefirst6157]

Thanks for being the very best dad on youtube. What kind of lights do you use at a reception.

[@EricFloberg]

You’re welcome! Did a whole video on it! -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5LbcoWDqbqtqrs

[@benbrowning2295]

great video man, exactly what I needed!

[@travelinggiants]

This is super helpful for someone who had a friend's wedding video to film in few months!! Thank you!!

[@thejonnyhayes]

Also, lip beard is an inspiration.

[@EricFloberg]

Ha! Sadly I shaved it off last night 😬🙈

[@JacobQ05]

Absolutely love your work and you’ve re-sparked the fire to continue chasing the dream of full-time Wedding Photographer/Videographer. Your work inspires more people than you know. Me included. Cheers Eric!!!!

[@EricFloberg]

😭 seriously so amazing to hear, I could cry. Keep going after it, Jake!!

[@sygma44]

Once again great content brother.

[@tomharkins157]

Story is absolutely key to make a great wedding film! just like it is key to make a brilliant 'Hollywood film' Its great to see your techniques for recording audio on the day. I use a mixture of lav mics into my tascam recorders, plus backup phone with lav mic rigs using the RODE REC app and then shotgun mics to pic up other dialog and general ambience and foley.

[@EricFloberg]

YUP! Backups on backups on backups. And sound design ALL DAY

[@Sammyjoey143]

Love this video thank you for sharing!

[@RafyTrades]

This was super helpful!!!! Thank you so much.

[@ladyeffervescentontwtich]

A good idea of having two different recorders on two separate speakers! And definitely, the elastic sleeve to go around the microphone- praise God for not using tape.

[@EricFloberg]

Yup. Absolute life saver!

[@stevenkralovec]

I love audio. So important! Thanks Eric-you rock!

[@ThomasBocage]

Great stuff dude. Always looking forward to your next video.

[@EricFloberg]

Thanks, Thomas! Always encouraged by your support, brother! 👊🏼

[@Rivenworld]

Nice to see the Tascam getting a mention, so many people overlook these recorders and they are a great budget option, I use the DR 40 and the DR701D for my voiceovers and they have really low self noise, the DR60D MKII was good and I loved it but the self noise was a bit of an issue as was the DR70 but the 2 I have are just perfect, the DR701D is now my studio choice while the DR40 is my run-and-gun. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@ramche_]

This video pushed me into buying Zoom H5. Also, you can record microphone and xlr at the same time and get two files. Also, you might ask DJ/band to plug your recorder in the mixer, it's my way of doing it and for now it's going great!

[@McBlick17]

Awesome stuff! Can't believe this is the first time I've seen your videos. Very informative, funny and well done. Thanks!

[@sattmolen]

KZbinDad is the best name for you. So good!

[@EricFloberg]

I said it as a joke in passing once and it never stopped 😂

[@salstephen520]

The Wes Anderson KZbin dad spreading the knowledge once again! 🙌🙌🙌

[@EricFloberg]

😏😏😏 my duty, my pleasure

[@juliankurwan7357]

Hey Eric, Thanks for the Video, because of you and PMC I started watching out way more on Audio. Thanks for that :) Keep on going, really like your Videos

[@EricFloberg]

Thanks so much for watching, Julian!

[@JasonPierce]

The H5 does have a backup as well. I don't remember where in the settings but it is there to have a lower level just incase.

[@EricFloberg]

Saw this in another comment. Had no idea! Thanks for letting me know! One of my favorite parts of KZbin 🤘🏼 We’re all in this together! 👊🏼

[@RaymondReise]

it´s so nice to see a youtuber well dressed , it´s a breath of fresh air my friend , keep it going and this video is great, great info and great delivery. kudos from México. edit: ok, apparently he was wearing no pants .... reminder to myself to not express an opinion till the end hahaha. still good hahaha.

[@BambooScar]

Nice tips! No use for a monitor for your cameras?

[@hsdcreative]

i love your setup

[@kelseywoods6820]

So so helpful for a beginning videographer as myself! Love your content!

[@zmoney116]

Thank you for the great advice and knowledge. I completely agree that audio will make or break a video. It can definitely change or make one feel [certain] mood, just by the audio. Good luck in all your adventures.

[@captwit7]

I was wondering if you weren't wearing any pants. Great life-saving tips for audio! I got saved by my shotgun mic when my lav system failed at a recent wedding. Always, always, always have backup audio! Cheers from Colorado.

[@EricFloberg]

the people had to know 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@saywellhq]

That Mic Sleeve idea is amazing! I typically use a Sony TX650 and velcro around the mic and the Sony TX650.... works but not very secure! Thanks for the tip!

[@EricFloberg]

Oh yeah, man. Sleeve all the way. It’s rock solid 🤘🏼 Glad it was helpful for ya!

[@CollingFilms]

great video as always. totally random that Matt VanMill was one of your grooms. grew up with him in Illinois playing baseball and basketball for years

[@Brian-qw2nj]

I have been watching your videos all night while I'm waiting for my FIRST DSLR camera to come ups. I'm 43 and have been wanting to do this my whole life but I guess I wasn't ready until now plus I can finally afford a decent camera. I thought I would start out with a Canon T6. I heard that was a good beginner model. Anyway, thank you for your videos! I'm going back to watching and learning. OH! I'll also go toe to toe with you on the dad jokes (lol). I have 3 girls; 23,12,9 years old.

[@benjamin.kelley]

Eric, I would look into the Diety Dual Connect system into the Zoom H5 or H4n - you'd get 2 mono channels, but you could pan those to sound like stereo sound in adobe audition.

[@EricFloberg]

Will do! Thanks, Benjamin!

[@clayterrell1580]

love it. I've always struggled with the best options for my wedding videos as well

[@EricFloberg]

Hope it helped! Keep gettin it!

[@joshlittle3613]

I was gonna ask boxers or briefs since you promised to reply, but I think we all know now. Keep up the great work. I always learn a lot watching your videos.

[@EricFloberg]

😏 Thanks for watching and for the support, Josh! 👊🏼

[@rippedkid6551]

Great work eric!

[@charl_kemp]

Thanks Eric , this is superrrr helpful

[@EricFloberg]

👊🏼 so happy you got so much out of it! Thanks for the support!

[@jamestuckerco]

Lip beard going strong 💪🏼 also another good vid. Keep it up!

[@EricFloberg]

I shaved it last night 😬😬😬 Thanks!!

[@faizalmalek1]

Dude! Commenting for the algorithm lol, thanks for all your business advice and inspiration, genuinely learnt some new stuff from your channel (many KZbinrs regurgitate the same old content) but yours has always been original (Brenizer method for example).

[@EricFloberg]

Ah! This means so much, Faizal! Thanks for saying that! And I know you’re for real referencing that old of a video! Hahaha 👊🏼🤘🏼

[@mrdereksutton]

This helped a ton! Thank you!

[@jakemarshall5897]

thanks for all this helpful information ! you da best

[@jonburton2296]

DR10L’s are amazing! Love em!

[@ryandavis766]

Quick suggestion! Rode has wireless transmitters that you can plug straight into your camera and record audio wirelessly! It’s really awesome. You can plug in a lav or there is an onboard mic that you can use. It’s incredible and like 200 bucks I think. So so great! Fstoppers did a review of them like 3 weeks ago. I think it’ll make your life way easier and you won’t have to use your phone anymore.

[@EricFloberg]

I think I’ll get a set for KZbin, but I struggle with the idea on a wedding day due to interference always shooting in the city ☹️

[@ryandavis766]

Eric Floberg I’m pretty sure they run off their own signal so there shouldn’t be any interference at all. Love your content dude! Def an inspiration!

[@itsFarhan]

This is amazing. You need more subs! Can't wait for the algorithm to give u that one tiny spark u need!

[@nolp6263]

Loud and Clear! Thanks Eric!

[@lowbudgetstunts3423]

comment for algorithm. Beep Boop Bop. Great video, Man! Been watching a ton lately. Love the info!

[@cedrictang]

11:55 Hope you rock that look at all your weddings 🔥

[@EricFloberg]

only on the dance floor

[@robbywhaley6465]

This was so well done. Thanks!!

[@ChrisLeeMixedIn]

I use all the recorders as you are bro. Nice video. Please keep em' comming.

[@Levibakerproductions]

Bro this needs way more views and likes!

[@Myers_toast78]

This helped me out a lot! Thanks so much

[@grizzlybearEAT]

Can confirm the Tascam DR10 L's are fantastic!

[@EricFloberg]

Great to hear. Stoked to use it!

[@sonidaso127]

awsome, video. with samples.. thank you !!!

[@ryanwilliams748]

Perfect timing! Great info as always!

[@EricFloberg]

Glad to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@joannaschnitzer7308]

I was actually just starting to ask questions about audio recording for videos! Great timing for me to watch your video. thanks KZbin homeschool!

[@SamMegan]

All great stuff man, loving it :) Mini tip - swap out that Sony for the Sony TX650. Super small and exactly the same job, 16gb built in memory and way better battery life, can’t even see it on a microphone it’s so small 🙌 We actually have a video on our channel showing them and the sleeve we use called - how to start filming weddings. Shameless plug but for real, it’s a wicked mic 👌

[@EricFloberg]

I keep hearing about that one! Spicy tip!! Thanks!

[@markockwell]

Best Audio Gear tuition I have seen so Far - and done in a fun way, Thanks Eric.... 🍻🍻

[@Experternas]

gosh, your wedding videos looks like horror flicks. soo dark and you capture that super angry groom putting on his suit. gees almighty.

[@EricFloberg]

it’s true. people have referred to me as the m. night shyamalan of wedding filmmaking.

[@Experternas]

@@EricFloberg hah, what a way to toot your own horn. is that even a good thing? m night is pretty contriversal. could mean either or.

[@saiaint1443]

This is late, but you have become a good online mentor. I am filming my first Wedding this coming November and I want to be able to tell a story well. So thank you.🙏🏿💙

[@brandonhartzler9319]

Incredible man keep up the amazing work - You're going places if you're not in those places already!

[@jigedoutkid]

Very informative. Glad you had "simple" forms of recording and not items that the starting videographer couldnt afford .

[@EricFloberg]

Glad that it was helpful and these don’t break the bank for everyone!! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@laylowfilmz]

Great tips, thank you!

[@Reneecbull]

great video! love the set up and background!

[@robertwahlross3348]

You are the best! Great video and thanks for telling about your sound gear :) I laugh so hard when you walked out of the frame😂😂

[@EricFloberg]

😏 so happy it was helpful! Thanks for the support! 👊🏼

[@CarterRMadsen]

Dude, pick up two of ghose DR-10Ls ASAP. They're SPECTACULAR! I'll also be picking up one of those little Sony guys myself- I'll definitely be needing that soon!

[@EricFloberg]

Yeah, I’ll definitely pick up at least one this year.

[@wolkybelancourt7756]

Thank you. this help me a lot

[@osazuwanoah2685]

Thank you very much. This video was very informative.

[@victoriacerise4595]

Thanks so much for this!!!

[@HisLightandCo]

Just wanted to comment to say that we have used the links provided for the sony recorder and the mic sleeves! We wanted to be a blessing to you and your family. I believe that it was the perfect timing for us to watch this particular video. Thank you KZbin Dad! #SquadFam. We need squadfam hoodies please!

[@EricFloberg]

Thank you so much!!

[@HisLightandCo]

@@EricFloberg it is our pleasure!! Looking forward to more YT Dad videos & hopefully SquadFam merch one day.