Why Filmmakers Should Learn Sound Design

[@DariousBritt]

It's D4, Well covered Simon.

[@DSLRguide]

cheers man!

[@PauloNideck]

Nice to see you here!

[@OFCnmezi]

LOL Dude's here. Gurus!

[@voyagedust6756]

You two should do a collab project together, like tutorials or whatever

[@TaleTellingTom]

Ì'm so glad I discovered you a few months ago, you are the most useful filmmaking channel for me.

[@DSLRguide]

why thank you!

[@Coolarj10]

What I love about this video is that not only did you talk about it, but you spent the time to demonstrate visual/auditory examples (e.g. adjusting the EQ, etc.). Thank you!!

[@redstoneranger1404]

I love the way you integrate the sound editing examples into your talk.

[@MikeDownes]

Here's the DSLRguide on sound, very useful and on point, *train your ears* people. Simon says. audio-video is a 50:50 .. I would say audio is more like 80%, if a video has bad audio it's unwatchable.. / Chad LaFarge you will like this..

[@malikbagwala468]

The tip of audio heard from outside the club was quite good

[@SylvainKnowsIT]

I'm new to the world of video production, but one thing I've almost immediately noticed is that good sound can bring life to the end product. Whereas bad sound can bring dullness. But as a "noob", it's a hard quest to identify and fix what's wrong or missing in your audio track. I didn't even knew we could make the voice more understandable by lowering the mid-range spectrum in the equalizer ;) So, congratulations Simon for that nice and useful video !

[@cocogaz3553]

Please do a Q&A? I'd love it if you shared advice directly - connecting with us in a much quicker manner? But yeah, love the videos either way.

[@avesvisuals2583]

Another great video I must say! A little similar to one of your older videos but much more in-depth on the technical side. And it keeps reminding me about how important sound design really is. I also started thinking about a video I've done, which actually could've used a bit more work on the sound design, I guess that is just something we'll need to fix soon. But yet again a great video you've put together and thank you!

[@DSLRguide]

thank you! I have another sound design video in the works which is even more technical, haha! Noticing flaws in our previous work is the first vital step to get better at filmmaking, so congratulations! You're welcome.

[@BunkerMountain]

I dont know what it is about a soft British accent but it always makes me more interested in a video when someone is speaking in one.

[@TheMelonvilleFlyingCircus]

I love the timing of finding your channel. I have a new vegan comedy channel and two skits moved into short film feel, so I exploited that, and being a music producer I played more with sound layering etc, and find it so creative and fun. I hope to carve a niche as a comedic writer and performer but reinforce it with technical excellence in audio and production too - I have a long way to go though.......I do it all with an iPod mini mounted with an iographer...some day I must upgrade. So grateful for your thoughtful videos! Cheers from Canada.

[@philipz794]

Very good example you pointed out with listening to music - i know a lot of people where i say "hey, listen to that tambourine on the left channel in the chours" and they are just like "tambourine? i only hear guitar and drums" It is all about really listening concentraded to sounds and music to train your ears, really good video :-)

[@SamMansbridge]

This was brilliant Simon! This video will definitely be added to my favorites!

[@eleones]

Really nicely done video... clever use of sound FX throughout your monologue. Subscribed!

[@JianoJoel]

Incredibly good and helpful content ! Thank you

[@jorgenmalmo]

Sound is important. Im working on that part all the time here. It geting better and better i think :)

[@MohanChowdada]

Thanks brother. I'm mohan from India. N i have been watching every video of you. It's very genuine, n truly honestly you're saying.. thank you.

[@thistleclover1480]

Your twitter link is not well posted at the end of the video (y) i'am just impressed about how great the quality of your videos are now, it's just mind blowing (learning tips, video, audio, graphics, all...) keep going Simon.... !!

[@DSLRguide]

yeah, youtube don't let you link to twitter in annotations, so I have to just write the URL which is very annoying. I'm glad you like the videos, thanks Steve!

[@specials29]

Man your videos are priceless. Superbly presented, concise info and relevant info! Love it,

[@DSLRguide]

Wow thank you Toby, that means a lot!

[@TechManYeah]

Loving the music. I got a zoom h1 for Xmas to go with my 600D

[@OfficialTomJ]

You make some of the best videos on KZbin!!! Love them!!!

[@DSLRguide]

I'm flattered! thanks Tom

[@PeteWoronowski]

You are so right about capturing good audio Simon. I also use the Zoom H5 and it has worked very well. Looking to add the Rode NT1A to my setup, fantastic sounding mic and the lowest possible noise. Cheers, Pete

[@MrImag98]

Hi Simon! Two questions I would like you to answer or cover on one of your videos: - When you film a short film or a feature, do you recommend recording the audio i an external recorder? And if so, Can you show us the best way to sync the audio later being like an hour of video. - What are the best camera stabilizers you would recommend?

[@DSLRguide]

I do recommend using dual system sound (external recording) I find the two clips that need syncing, and then use the automatic synchronisation tool in final cut pro x. Premiere has a similar feature. Otherwise you'd need to clap your hands while recording, and match up the clap sound in the audio track with the clap in the video. As far as stabilisers go I haven't really used any. I've heard good things about the glidecam hd-2000.

[@MrImag98]

DSLRguide Thanks for the tips. One more question. What are the best ways to shoot knowing you will latter add black bars to give it the widescreen film look? Is there any technique to know what my final image will look in production? By the way you are becoming one of my favourite channels! Keep it up! PD: Sorry if my english is not good im from Argentina.

[@DSLRguide]

***** I use magic lantern which has a feature to 'overlay' the black bars. Otherwise you'd need a monitor which has the same feature. Or you could use gaffers tape which isn't ideal.

[@ConnorMcGill98]

i really like the new intro! In fact i really like the whole new style!

[@GustavoArceMusic]

Please what pluigins do you use? where can I get them?

[@DubMasterFish]

A great way to teach yourself sound design is just to borrow a short scene from a film you like and try to recreate the whole thing. A similar idea to what you suggested but aimed more towards sound design and foley work. Building a library of recordings to use is not a small task so better get at it!

[@DSLRguide]

DubMasterFish You've got it!

[@4740424]

mate! now I hit LIKE before I watch your videos! big THANKS to u for breakin' down so many essential and sensitive notes tht can REALLY make a big diiference towards IMPROVIN' :)

[@chingpau123]

Love the new intro! Great info!

[@andrewmediauk]

Brilliant Video! Each video is like a goldmine of tips!

[@DSLRguide]

thanks Andrew!

[@mirzaboric4640]

also it's a good idea to invest in massive vst. That way you can kinda design builds and other sounds instead of just using someone else's sound effects and cinematic music.

[@brinckau]

You are a very good presenter. I like your channel, your videos are very useful to me.

[@kadebanbury2096]

I think it would be interesting, if for one episode, you shoot it on a lower end camcorder, or point and shoot to back-up your statements of lighting, and importance of sound (of course you would still use your normal audio set-up, just switch the cameras)

[@DSLRguide]

that's a great idea! I could also do a minimum budget video without any pro lighting or audio gear and see how to make the best of it. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@christynunns7019]

This was excellent! The whole thing was a nice pace and the info was useful. I totally agree about music; I've been a musician for years, and so I already have a decent grounding in some audio production (compression/eq, etc), and it really helps. Also, I like how calm your delivery is. I'm so sick of watching shouty, intense, Americans try to act dynamic, and end up giving the viewer a headache! The music at the end also really matched the tone and pace of the video. One criticism, is just to stick to a tighter script on the advice, to avoid repeating yourself. Subbed!

[@DSLRguide]

Christy Nunns thanks Christy! Glad to hear that the tips were still relevant to someone who has more of a musical background than me! I've been working on keeping things concise since making this video, I think you'll find my later videos to be tighter :) thanks for the feedback + encouragement!

[@christynunns7019]

DSLRguide That's alright! I did KZbin for a couple of years, and the one thing I always desperately wanted was some helpful feedback! :P

[@christynunns7019]

I intend to watch all your other videos tonight. Cheers for the good work! (Where are you based, by the way?)

[@christynunns7019]

Christy Nunns Scratch that, I just noticed how many there are!

[@DSLRguide]

Christy Nunns haha there are a lot! The early ones aren't very good, so you can skip those;) (i'm from Cambridgeshire, England)

[@Alessa92]

I enjoyed this lesson more than the others, your creativity was really good on this one, keep alive your awesome muse! ;)

[@DSLRguide]

I'm glad to hear that, thank you Alessandra!

[@fostej99]

Great tips - thanks a lot. I'd always wondered how to create the sound of music from a nightclub or house from the outside. Overall, a great video once again :)

[@AntoninoCaridi]

Love your vids and your channel !!! GREAT WORK FROM ITALY !!!!

[@EhItsDave]

This is what I need to brush up on. Thanks alot man ;)

[@jamesfelizardo9515]

wow that's a lot there in a very concise presentation, will use this for my audio design class as an insppiration video and share the link to it and your blog, thanks and keep it coming :-)

[@murthyksrctcs]

Nice one bro.. please keep doing such turorials

[@daveking8259]

How do I sync my slideshow images to a click track (with many odd time signatures)? Do I have to move each slide manually or will Premiere do this automatically? This would be a BIG help!

[@tonylouisvisionvideography3469]

You are good.. I'm going to use you as one of my guides in learning this craft...

[@DSLRguide]

thankyou Tony!

[@tonylouisvisionvideography3469]

DSLRguide Happy new year wishing you all the best of good health happiness and good fortune in the new year and beyond

[@DSLRguide]

same to you!

[@CaptainCookieCat99]

Hey Simon Could you do an episode on Story and what makes a good story good, mistakes to avoid etc. maybe things like how to find a story in things for example if you were doing a corporate gig, how to make a story out of it rather than just nice shots of the business strung together. Great video today btw :) x Eoghan

[@DSLRguide]

I think I need to learn more about storytelling myself before trying to teach about it, haha! I've got plans to do a video about how to make promotional videos, with an example of finding a story, so look out for that in the upcoming months. Thanks for the great suggestions!

[@CaptainCookieCat99]

Fantastic, well at least you're honest!!

[@mirzaboric4640]

amazing tutorial, glad i subscribed

[@cinemenico]

Hey, I just came across your channel and subscribed. Seems you have some interesting videos going on! Just finished the one on intro's and will now check out this one. One little thing I noticed is, you seem to want to come across very animated with your hands. Although, generally speaking, hand gestures are a great way to enhance communication (teachers, public speakers, presidents, etc. use it; it's very effective to help get something across), you seem overly focussed on making sure your hands are not being kept still I feel like though (as if it's a new 'tool' you've learned about and are eager to apply it). I think that way it becomes less effective (you can't put emphasis on one thing in particular if you more or less are already emphasizing everything) and if you added a little more calm to it, it would come across slightly more natural and a tad bit less nervous? Just my humble opinion and hopefully helpful advice. ;) Great job on the channel and videos! Will check out more of it these days.

[@DSLRguide]

I'm very happy to hear that you're enjoying the videos so far! Haha, I'm not a natural presenter - if you ever want proof just go back and watch my early videos. When i'm speaking i'm focusing on saying the right thing and trying to be less monotone, and I think somewhere along the line i've developed the habit for hand gestures. I see your point (thank you for being so polite about it!) although it might take a little while for me to break the habit. Thanks!

[@cinemenico]

DSLRguide Actually, you're doing a great job presenting. You're very understandable. Also, you seem to have a very good understanding of what's really important with filmmaking, something that others do not really get down even though they've been in the bizz for far much longer. It's not just about doing things, it's more about the motivation behind the things you do. And you get that. Been already going through some of the other videos and there's some great stuff there. Keep it up!

[@DSLRguide]

well thank you very much! That is exactly the kind of ideas i'd like to promote - filmmaking is not painting by numbers. Very encouraging, thank you!

[@OGSoundFX]

Very good point and very well explained ! But I would change the title from "Why Filmmakers Should Learn Sound Design" to "Why Filmmakers Should HIRE A Sound DesignER" :)

[@PLTbyCormie]

Do you think you can get professional quality sound with just the zoom h1 as your main recorder for sound effects and dialogue with a nice mix or lav mic like using it as a preamp or do u really need one of the bigger tascam or zoom recorders?

[@AYHANKESERARTVLOG]

Well this is a lot of information ... Thank you Sir.

[@minimoviemakers8419]

What was the program you showed EQ, REVERB, AND COMPRESSOR? By the way great video!

[@DSLRguide]

it was final cut pro, although the same can be achieved with logic pro, or premiere, adobe audition and most other editing software. Just search for audio effects!

[@Deathrose000]

Thank you, that was a very informative video, and your advice is good

[@thomasonefoot]

Excellent video Simon, one of my favourites. I especially loved how you showed yourself recording the sounds on set, it really helps push across what you are saying. I saw you were using Final Cut Pro.... would I be able to do the same things (reverb etc) Using Adobe Premiere Pro? Once again, great video Simon, keep up the fantastic work!

[@DSLRguide]

thanks Thomas! absolutely, i'm pretty sure it's all in premiere, but if not definitely in audition - give it a google. Really appreciate the feedback and encouragement!

[@abhijitvmehta]

Absolutely loved it.

[@virmangaming7280]

What softwares you use, to edit your audios? The one you mentioned about EQ, compression, and reverb?

[@fungistudios6965]

i am learning alot from your channel

[@sathwikpadiyar]

sir pls make a video on how to make a home recording setup, editing room, recording booth, totally a studio

[@robbyboyo]

Good tips. Thanks.

[@JiaoBo]

very useful video! like it! thank you.

[@jhill5312]

You are Brilliant man! Thanks for sharing your knowledge! I'm making better efforts to enhance my audio quality. Thank you! #KeepSharing

[@awesomevideos32]

Hey I got $400 for Christmas And I'm not sure if I should buy a zoom h1 and boom pole and get some accessories or save some money for a tamron 17-50 mm lens Thanks Great video

[@DSLRguide]

Definitely the zoom h1 with boom pole etc. audio > lighting > lenses > cameras

[@edivisa54]

Thanks! Really helpful information, you are awesome! :D

[@OFCnmezi]

How did you get to learn all these? You know a lot. How long do you spend on these things? I got a lot of work to do really.

[@richardseaman9086]

What sound design software is that you were using. Also does Adobe premiere pro or Sony Vegas have sound design in it?

[@MFawadFarooq]

Hello i bought zoom h4n with rode video mic pro for better sound production for my short film.I used Rode connecting with Zoom H4n for dialogue scene but i am not sure how to record ambiance sound as videomic pro is a directional microphone.Please give me advice about recording ambiance sound.

[@derSteinProduction]

Very good Video! But you might use some light Music in the Background while talking. But other than this, this Video summarizes up my Thoughts on Sound Design pretty good! Greets from Germany. Keep up the good Work!

[@jama1234100]

I think this was good and I'm pretty similar to you actually! I'm British, have basic knowledge of sound and mostly do photography and occasionally do film making. People seriously underestimate sound.. I think that you should have talked about recording sound externally a bit more though (to a H4n or H5 or something), great vid though

[@DSLRguide]

that's great Zak! I'm considering doing a 'Introduction to Audio' video where we cover things like basic recording and terminology, thanks for the suggestion!

[@tonylouisvisionvideography3469]

Awesome video and advice thanks

[@andrewniedziela]

What would you reckon is more important, audio equipment or lighting equipment as I am looking for things for Christmas. So far I've gone audio and have a list set up. Thanks!

[@DSLRguide]

+Andrew N. depends what you've got, but generally I'd recommend that you spend 70% on audio, and 30% on lighting if you've already got the basics.

[@andrewniedziela]

+DSLRguide Ok, I will be getting all the basic audio I need, then build up my lighting kit. Thanks again!

[@TechManYeah]

Did you compose the music for the intro, if so maybe you should do an episode on composing music. I've seen your why you should learn music but can you show us how you make music. If you didn't make the intro music who did make it? Thx. It's just I could do with a decent intro and I've seen your intro video. I could do with some royalty free music (preferably free because I'm 12). I use incompetech for my music so far. Hope you can help. Thanks very much

[@DSLRguide]

yes, I did come up with the music. i'm planning a video about music, although of course it's a very broad subject which takes many years to learn. You could always try the 'youtube audio library' if you search for long enough you might find the right song!

[@TechManYeah]

Ok cool. I play the trumpet

[@nataliegrace5077]

Thank you so much you're so helpful

[@AveryEvansChannel]

Love this video! I was wondering what editor you use to edit the compression, EQ, and reverb of your audio?

[@TaylorFoersterPictures]

Great video, thanks!

[@NotAnotherFilm]

Yo Simon, another great video! I spy Mastershots Vol. 1 in the background..? Really good reference book for budding filmmakers/cinematographers, don't you think?

[@DSLRguide]

thanks James! yep sure is, it's somewhat specific in the topics it covers, but definitely things to learn from.

[@CanberkSezer]

How did you record the original souınd?

[@joshdw]

Well done

[@BarefootMediaTV]

hey do you have links for the pistal grip and boom pole holder for the rode videomic pro? I just ordered the videomic pro kit with the boom pole and windscreen!

[@DSLRguide]

sure, just scroll down until you see it on this page: dslrguide.tv/audio

[@FloStar3000]

Hi Simon, I really enjoy your videos and I think I'm like you, a young filmmaker and I could learn very much from your videos. Thank You. Why do you still record your main audio with the Rode VM+VMP when you've the opportunity to record XLRs with your ZOOM H5? Are you happy with the Quality of the 3.5mm jack mics or are you going to buy a XLR mic?

[@DSLRguide]

I'm very glad you like the videos! The main reason is that money doesn't grow on trees! I have to say i'm looking to upgrade to XLR mics if only for the fact that 3.5mm is such a flimsy mount, and if it were to get a short during a shoot it would be a big loss. So i'll probably put the NTG-2 pretty high up on my future purchases list.

[@FloStar3000]

I agree with you. My only gift this christmas was the NTG-2. I went for it, because I had the great luck, that an old filmmaker gave me his Tascam DR-60D. He made many films since Super 8 and now he reduces his amount of gear, which is very good to me. This setup with the DR-60D under the camera and the NTG-2 on top is pretty heavy, but going for a Videomic Pro didn't made any sense. I also bought the mic, because audio is so important and I had no audio recording device except my friends Zoom H1, which wasn't mine, obviously. I still only have the kit lens. I'm looking forward to buy either the Tamron 17-50 VC if I can get it under 250€, a Sigma in this zoom range or some of the other affordable wideangle lenses. Or do you think I should rather invest in lighting? I'm going to build an LED by myself, but I am not sure about how iportant the CRI will be with those cheap LEDs.

[@DSLRguide]

FloStar3000 sounds like you have some very generous people around you! Definitely go for lighting before lenses. I'd save up and take a look at the aputure al-528S LEDs, or some fluorescent light fixtures. All my recommendations can be found here: dslrguide.tv/lighting-and-grip

[@andrewjoseffcovers]

Awesome video!

[@mattsanchez673]

whats your outro music and by the way great videos and huge fan

[@DSLRguide]

it's a song I made called 'DSLRguide Outro Music' haha. glad you like the videos!

[@BGHMTech]

Bad ass outro! Do you think the blue spark is a microphone I can use for my kind of setup, right now i have a rode rycote or the rode video mic as it's also called. I was planning to buy a zoom H1 both to get the rode mic closer and actually to use it as a microphone sometimes as well. I have been planning to buy a new mic for a while but I'm not sure what to buy, of course I want to buy the blue spark more than the zoom H1, but I don't know what's best for my kind of setup, I do very different videos than you do, I'm one of the many MKBHD fans so I'm making tech videos, the reason I have heard about the blue spark is because of him. You're a great guy, and I like learning things in the video section of you thanks for all the helpful tips!

[@DSLRguide]

if you don't have a zoom h1 then i'm assuming your connecting the mic to a computer for recording? if that's the case and you're happy with that setup then go for the spark, but I would have thought the portability of an audio recorder like the zoom h1 would be a worthwhile investment. if you're connecting your mics directly into the camera, then i'd definitely advise buying a zoom.

[@moisesamarquez]

Hey Simon i was wondering i took a energy generator with me to plug in extra lights,but you can hear the hum of the generator how can i get rid of it but not get rid of the dialogue.

[@DSLRguide]

that's tricky. either use extension cords and have the generator really far away, or you'll have to completely replace the audio in post. For dialog this is extremely difficult and time consuming, so I recommend looking for ways to avoid the generator!

[@moisesamarquez]

DSLRguide Thanks dude, i usually don't use the generator but i cant do adr cause the dialogue was from my little cousin and i don't think he would talk the same but ya thanks.

[@moisesamarquez]

DSLRguide Oh also um so when do episodes come out i feel like there isn't specific day?

[@DSLRguide]

new episodes come out every saturday, although last week's was one of the two that have been late, uploaded early sunday.

[@moisesamarquez]

ooo thanks

[@tubebanker1918]

Great vid! I have an H4 Zoom and I want to buy a shotgun mic. What one do you recommend? What's the best bang for my buck if I don't have $800 to spend? Thanks!

[@DSLRguide]

Tube Banker rode NTG-2 is a pretty solid option :) www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00093ESSI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00093ESSI&linkCode=as2&tag=ds040f-20&linkId=E2GPCMX7KUCOJKOL

[@tubebanker1918]

Cool! I'm going to check this one out. Thank you!

[@christynunns7019]

Tube Banker I'm no expert, but from the physics I know, I'd say the NTG-1 would be less noisy than the NTG-2, because it has less internal circuitry (i.e. the battery power system). If you have the H4 already, you don't necessarily need a mic that powers itself, as the Zoom gives 48V of phantom power! :)

[@zivkodesign]

Just one question which is not linked with the topic of this video: iPhone vs Samsung or if you have favourite phone?

[@DSLRguide]

I don't really care about phones! Only just got a cheap windows smartphone, until now i've always preferred to get audio + lighting gear instead of spending lots on phones.

[@FloStar3000]

Right choice Simon. Why investing 700 bucks in a phone that lasts 2 years when you can buy many pieces of film gear for the money that last at least 5 years. For example the Canon 600D was released in 2010 or so and it's still used by many filmmakers like Simon and me. I've got an iPhone 4 that no one would use anymore because it is slower, heavier, thicker and smaller than the new iPhones and there are no software updates for this phone. I didn't spend any money for entertainment electronic this year but about 400€ for film gear. Get a phone that works as long as it can. Doesn't matter if iPhone or Samsung. I personally wouldn't get me a Samsung because i think it's overpriced against the other solid Android phones you can get from about 200€

[@adlerlaflare7609]

Hey, I like the videos they are very informative. I was wondering if you are ever going to do an episode on client payments and how you go about that whole situation. Do you use Paypal, do they pay upfront cash, and how do you charge them?

[@DSLRguide]

Thanks Adler! If you haven't seen it already, I did make a video that answers some of those questions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3Tdk4KJgrSVaZI I get paid upfront usually by check. I charge based on how many hours I think the project will take, and decide an hourly rate based how much I predict they would be happy to pay (businesses will usually pay more than a couple hiring you for filming weddings).

[@adlerlaflare7609]

You're a big help man! Thanks!

[@Vrex69]

Hey Simon, long time viewer first time commenting. You have great quality in your videos noticed you own a Tamron 17-50. Would you recommend this lens to film for shorting dramatic narrative that I will be submitting to a local film festival? is the quality good? how does it handle low light? would you recommend something else? Thanks.

[@DSLRguide]

The tamron is great because it's f/2.8 (good lowlight / shallow depth of field) and has a nice zoom range making it very versatile. If you have the budget I would recommend the tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 VC but the 17-50 still more than good enough.

[@TechManYeah]

I may be wrong because I'm only 12 but could u have mentioned that if doing interviews and recording the voice on a mic, record ambient sound on its own to put as background noise so it sounds more realistic. It may be wrong to put in this video. Just a theory of mine. Also, would u advise taking media as a degree on its own or should u add something in like IT as a backup. Just interested because I know that lots of people want to do media and it is very competitive. Thx.

[@DSLRguide]

I did mention using 'room tone' (another word for ambient background noise) to blend different shots together / cover up silence. You're right that if I was filming an interview outdoors, I might decide to add some birds singing as ambient sound for example. Choosing to study film / media or not is a tough decision. Most of the things you can learn from youtube and real world filmmaking experience. But film school is a great opportunity to meet like minded creative people, which could be invaluable to your career. This article goes over the pros and cons very nicely:nofilmschool.com/2013/02/film-school-ryan-e-walters

[@TechManYeah]

ok. Just checking. soz

[@surferjo4581]

Wehre so you get your Music/Audio effects

[@DSLRguide]

Hollywood@home I make them!

[@FrozenSkiller]

Please help! Rode NTG 2: I have it phantom powered connected with xlr to 3,5mm (balanced to unbalanced) and I have to boost the audio level up to +33 db to get a normal signal. Is this the fault of the microphone jack of my 600d?

[@DSLRguide]

I think you'd be better off connecting the NTG 2 into an audio recorder or at least through a preamp. The preamps in the 600D are awful, so will have lots of noise. I'm not exactly sure about your exact problem, but using an audio recorder certainly wouldn't hurt.

[@FrozenSkiller]

DSLRguide Can you recommend one? Cause the Zoom stuff seems to have bad preamps too! The Tascam DR 60D Mk2 seems to be good and I have a audio interface from them!

[@DSLRguide]

I'm no expert but the zoom h5 or h6 and tascam dr60d are pretty similar in quality as far as i've heard. I use the zoom h5 and am extremely pleased with it.

[@CathyDirector]

Really good video.

[@matthewlaughlin7082]

What software were you using?

[@mattsanchez673]

also i just got rode shotgun mic (its not the pro) any advice for using it

[@DSLRguide]

get it nice and close and connect it to an audio recorder. Use headphones and listen carefully!

[@ntech5122]

Nice video !! I am from Germany, so my english is not the best ;) Do you think it is worth buying the rode ntg 2 and the zoom h4n or would it be better to go with the Rode video mic pro and the zoom h1.

[@DSLRguide]

definitely NTG with h4n (or even better, the H5). it's worth investing in audio, buy less lenses and more audio gear is my advice.

[@legros7]

or why filmmakers should ... hire/team-up with sound designers and audio people. it is a different professional field and they like to work with filmmakers give em a try!

[@AlecOGrady]

Hey man, nice videos! Do you make your own music for your intros/outros? Just wondering! Thanks!

[@DSLRguide]

Thanks Alec. Yes I sure do!

[@YongWTF]

Nice video ! I just have a question, if I want to record some extra sound, do I need a recorder like the zoom h1 ? Will the sound quality be good if I put the microphone on the camera, record a video and just keep the sound ?

[@DSLRguide]

For best results, plug microphones into an audio recorder like the zoom h1. This will result in a lower level of noise (hiss) plus it gives you better options for using headphones, makes it easier to set your levels (volume) without going into the camera menus. If you use a microphone with a +20dB setting (like the videomic pro) then you can sort of get good results straight into the camera, but I'd still advise getting a long wire with a boom pole so you can get the mic close to the source.

[@YongWTF]

DSLRguide Thank you for the answer! Sadly on the rode videomic rycote I don't have the +20db and for now I can't afford a rode videomic pro or a zoom h1 ... Lol nevermind, I will add the zoom H1 to my gear later haha ! Again thanks for the answers, I love your videos, it's perfect for me to learn because I can't go to film school right now I'm only 13 ... :)

[@DSLRguide]

exactly, just get the H1 when you can! Haha, i'm glad you're finding the videos helpful!

[@AirsoftReviewerHD]

I agree!

[@DennisKussener]

you are a genius !

[@lukass2006]

Baby driver giving tips on sound...that's ironic! :P I love your videos man!

[@Adityakhati96]

please can u tell the software in which u did the sound editing

[@DSLRguide]

+Aditya khaki logic pro x

[@Adityakhati96]

Thanks a lot .. and its KHATI :p .. ^_^

[@albert_ters]

Thanks for the Video , But ... how Old are you ?

[@ClashBerry]

I think he was 16 or 17 in this vid

[@alessandro.portante]

How can I use a Zoom h5 and a rode ntg2 together?

[@ifonlyeah]

simon or somebody answer this

[@ifonlyeah]

+DSLRguide

[@chosangtenzin]

thank you and what mic would you recomend for filming

[@DSLRguide]

All right here: dslrguide.tv/audio

[@chosangtenzin]

if i buy a rode mic do i need to have a audio recorder if i just plug the mic straight into my t3i

[@DSLRguide]

an audio recorder would be extremely useful, i'd add it to the top of your gear - priority list if I were you

[@chosangtenzin]

is there a difference in the sound quality if i connect the rode mic in to t3i or the recorder other then the length of the cords

[@DSLRguide]

absolutely. there will be less hiss, and more 'resolution' - a bit like the difference between 1080p compared to 720p.