How Pros mount & HIDE Lavalier Microphones, Transmitters & Recorders

First 5 minutes- How to easily mount a lav mic on your clothes
6 minutes and on- how to actually HIDE microphones, recorders and wireless units
This is how the pros in Hollywood hide microphones, transmitters and recorders on actors. Enjoy the other videos also in my extensive audio series.
If you want to jump to Cara's part, it starts here 19:09
0:10 last resort mount microphone
0:40 common way lav clip mistakes
1:48 different lav clips (visible)
6:00 underneath clothing
6:55 alcohol prep pads cleaning
7:12 gaffer tape under t-shirt (outdoor windy application)
9:06 gaffer tape alternatives; stickies, undercovers, ursa circles, bubblebee, 12:28 invisilav, ursafoamie, moleskin tape, band aids,
14:20 medical tape 3M or topstick
15:20 in hair microphone
15:48 ear mount lav mics
16:56 ear phone mic (great sound, but visible)
17:18 two rules in microphone placement: aim at your mouth, mic not touch anything
18:07 glasses mounted
18:28 baseball cap mounted
19:09 how to hide a mic on a female body
23:33 hide recorder / wireless transmitter on a female body
Video on wind-proofing a lavalier mic under a shirt- • Windproofing a lavalie...
Some of the items mentioned in this video
Ankle, thigh and waist straps www.ursastraps.com
Gaffers tape Polyken 510 premium gaffers tape www.findtape.c...
Topstick double stick toupee tape www.locationso...
Alcohol prep pads www.amazon.com...
Dr. Scholls Moleskin plus theonlinedrugs...
3M transpore medical grade tape www.3m.com/3M/...
3M Blenderm medical grade tape www.3m.com/3M/...
Ear mounts for lavalier mics www.bhphotovid...
Rycote Stickies www.amazon.com...
Rycote Undercovers www.amazon.com...
Very sticky Ursa Circles www.locationso...
Bubblebee invisible lav covers www.bhphotovid...
Bubblebee lav concealer www.bhphotovid...
Rode Invisilav www.bhphotovid...
Ursa Foamie www.bhphotovid...
Hush Lav www.bhphotovid...
Silicone skin colored mic protector concealer by HideaMic B-Flex dependableexpe...
multi position lavalier clip www.bhphotovid...
vampire clip 1 www.bhphotovid...
vampire clip 2 www.bhphotovid...
assorted lav clip accessory set www.bhphotovid...
Great place for stuff like this- www.LocationSound.com

[@Gabby16bit]

Hi Markus, my father was a great fan of yours sadly he passed away not much time ago. But you made him happy so thank you. Now i have watched some of your videos aswell, I spended much time too experimenting with cameras, many microphones and post processing, but i'm never happy with the quality of my voice. If you can do a video to explain how to post process your audio in a correct way it would be really helpful! in any case i have learn a lot of cool things watching your videos! Thank you for sharing.

[@mySeaPrince_]

Sorry for your loss.. Just looked at your channel 2.59m subs! Wow... Regarding your voice.. No one really likes their own voice when they hear a recording of it.. The reason is.. when you speak you hear part of the sound from in your throat .. try making a clicking sound with your tongue.. with your mouth closed and then open... It's also like seeing yourself on a screen.. your not like your used to in a mirror...

[@toys2work]

@@mySeaPrince_ Also sorry for her loss. But yes...2.9 million subscribers! Yikes. NOTE TO SELF..."learn Italian". Bellisima! molte bene....grazi... um..thats it i need a dictionary . (Gaffer tape.....not duct tape. check. )

[@joelategan]

Oh so sad man.

[@tonirvd3650]

he made a video on that, check it here if this is what you are asking for: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4KyeaeLrMZpZsk

[@choosecheese3225]

Markus is the guy who bought everything and tested them, so we don't have to. Many thanks!

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

Thank you Markus , this series is so thorough. I appreciate the intensive details you include in all of your tutorials and the hours you put into your productions is unmatched .

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you, I appreciate that

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

My pleasure @@MarkusPix .

[@malmedia]

holy shmoly. I am just thinking about the logistics of making this video. The number or outfit changes for each of you is insane. I can't imagine the hours it takes put all of that content together.

[@Mike_Mandigo]

I like the mic on the glasses frame. Nice.💪

[@JimLeonard]

These videos have been a masterclass for people new to audio production. Thank you so much for taking the time to make them.

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you Jim

[@berlincoachdrivergoescreat8721]

"Joes sticky stuff ... it is really really sticky, double sided gooey stuff that you can stick anything to anything with" ... had to really laugh! ... the 26.40 minutes just flew by. Educational and entertaining.

[@JonackFilm]

man you are in great shape

[@MileyonDisney]

Lots of great info. You two are both so awesomely fit... living The Healthy Life is working out well for you.

[@no_categories]

Thank you for being so thorough! So much of KZbin doesn't cover the options the way you do. Keep it up 🙂

[@e_Dave]

Band-Aids for sticking a lav to yourself? Who knew? I love your creativity when it comes to stuff like this! If it works, it works. No need to spend hundreds of dollars for a complex doohickey that has the same effect as foam and tape. As a VERY early beginner filmmaker without any pro audio equipment, this series is really helpful! Thanks for helping me plan ahead!

[@mySeaPrince_]

I use a Tascam DR-05 with mics... It has many useful features.. Markus showed a Tascam 10? in a previous video.. which seems nice..

[@xjet]

More great stuff Markus. Thanks for sharing the knowledge.

[@ByStephenJones]

Your videos have inspired me to get a lav mic.

[@kevinevans651]

I've been in the Industry for quite some time (an old bugger lol) - always love watching your videos and picking up lots of tips - we can always learn - love the dynamics you both share - thanks so much for freely giving your time to us Markus and off course Cara :)

[@VOByRobbins]

a boat load of work put into this video, no one has any video that is this thorough, what a great series!!!!

[@giffordthompson4094]

Cara is a real trooper and a very good sport! As usual another master class! I did a career in law enforcement; your tips would have come in handy during several undercovers where I was wearing a wire. Didn't seem to matter if it was someone wanting their Ex "hit" or someone selling weapons or drugs they all seemed to have one thing in common, meeting at the local topless joint, so a dancer could check you for wires. Please consider offering a class to the local police on hiding a wire. It's so awkward, but exciting, when they find one...

[@LevAgency]

I LEARNED SO MUCH!!!... You need to come up with more ways to DEMONSTRATE things on her... VERY VERY educational...

[@MarkusPix]

hahaha

[@mySeaPrince_]

... 🐱 ...

[@lachopakapura]

Wonderful video thanks for sharing. I'm a sound engineer and it is always a joy to find new techniques😊

[@MarkusPix]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MyGreenLawn2019]

Great video Markus. I’m guilty of the mic on a t shirt . Of course I have a lawn care channel but I should maybe think about upping my game and getting a nicer shirt. Cara did an awesome job demoing the positions lol. Love the content. Thanks

[@coolbananaboy5075]

You guys do fantastic videos, thanks so much. They certainly entertain and educate - and add joy. 😁

[@MarkusPix]

Glad you like them!

[@tsbrownie]

Wow, so much good info that I've never seen elsewhere! Thanks.

[@TourismGhana]

Markus, you deserve soo much more than what KZbin pays you. Soo much effort to give us; who can’t pay for these lessons. Bless You

[@Joe-mg6pj]

Awesome!!! 37 ways more or less you could tell us to STICK IT... Actually very helpful!!! Thanks Markus and Cara!

[@billthetraveler51]

It was great seeing Cara get a break from being blinded for a change. Loving your channel.

[@Jestunes]

Cool! Never thought there were so many different ways to hide a mic. Thanks! I like the band aid idea. Had to mention I loved the last dress Karah was wearing. Really sheik. Oh and thanks for the links. I will definitely use them... I'm still procrastinating my first Puppet Music Video, but in my defense I have been updating, editing using better props, and now I can use some of the great ideas you have put in your series. Thanks again...

[@martincobb6937]

Markus... With the amount of equipment you manage, you would be the perfect instructor for battery management. I am certain you can share some great tips and tricks with us. Please consider such a video.

[@MarkusPix]

haha yeah that's the biggest eyesore in this house lol

[@DavidBakker]

0:10 last resort mount microphone 0:40 common way lav clip mistakes 1:48 different lav clips (visible) 6:00 underneath clothing 6:55 alcohol prep pads cleaning 7:12 gaffer tape under t-shirt (outdoor windy application) 9:06 gaffer tape alternatives; stickies, undercovers, ursa circles, bubblebee, 12:28 invisilav, ursafoamie, moleskin tape, band aids, 14:20 medical tape 3M or topstick 15:20 in hair microphone 15:48 ear mount lav mics 16:56 ear phone mic (great sound, but visible) 17:18 two rules in microphone placement: aim at your mouth, mic not touch anything 18:07 glasses mounted 18:28 baseball cap mounted 19:09 how to hide a mic on a female body 23:33 hide recorder / wireless transmitter on a female body And once again thanks to Markus for sharing these great techniques in yet another audio masterclass :))

[@BoltonMaverickoutdoors]

There's a lot to audio and video I'm a beginner and it really helps to watch these videos Markus

[@MediaBear]

20:25 back in my IATSE days we referred to this placement as “the valley” ;) Great video y’all.

[@onlymyopiniontech]

Great video. I like to clip mine on the earpiece of my glasses and run the the wire back over my ear. This works best in the winter when I’m wearing a hat. The brim of the hat also reduces noise pickup in some directions. Also, since I’m not making a story type movie it normally doesn’t bother me to wear a visible headset. This is my preferred method.

[@kippen64]

As a woman I seriously appreciate all the tips on how to hide a microphone on a woman.

[@LevAgency]

You're not the only one, but I would say I appreciate those tips more...

[@fionawillstead7141]

Really helpful thanks for me it's going to be baseball cap or sunglasses as you can't puppy proof a lot of the alternatives.

[@Jakeoni]

You should design colored covers for the micrphones so they can blend in with all colored shirts.

[@emmanuelcortes9689]

I did get a lot of useful information! Thank you Markus and Beautiful Kara.

[@MarkusPix]

Our pleasure!

[@kryststar6800]

Sweet, I enjoy your videos and all of the information you condense into an easy to understand package, thank you :)

[@DietrichLasa]

Hello Markus, your videos are extraordinary - so much detailed research, preparation, filming and editing goes into this! Thank you so much for this dedication to excellence.

[@MarkusPix]

Glad you like them!

[@RichardNickyBrian]

Wow it's so amazing. Thank you very much Mr MarkusPix.

[@a_23656]

thanks for this great video, i always struggled a bit with hiding a mic properly, that gives me some great and especially detailed advice

[@emmanuelcortes9689]

Also thanks for the links. They will save a ton of time from searching

[@JoseRamos-ew4pd]

Thank you again, another good video.

[@kjvisual7]

Markus! Wow! Super enjoyable video. I think I was smiling from beginning to the end, no wait I'm still smiling. Great info, fun humor, and Cara is always epic level fabulous. Thanks Cara 😀

[@MarkusPix]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Wingman115]

Markus you are very much appreciated. Your videos have really helped me raise the production value of my channel.

[@ocker2000]

One word: Brilliant!

[@asaily0]

Thank you so much Markus for the video. I don't know why there are so many content creators who just clips the audio recorder itself on their shirt, it's ridiculous and looks just horrible.

[@MarkusPix]

I know. But then again we are in a society where jet travel attire now consists of t shirts and flip flops.

[@gilbertogranados6367]

Its just amazing the amount of knowledge Markus is willingly sharing here in these videos, this if pure gold man...

[@MarkusPix]

If you want to jump to Cara's part, it starts here 19:09

[@dodgem259]

I've always been able to attach mics to men but for women it's always been awkward, if you know what I mean. Seeing your video on how to place mics on the female body will help me a lot. Thank you for making this video :)

[@MarkusPix]

Explain it to them and let them attach it to themselves.

[@JimmyOlsson]

Markus! The level of production on your channel is as fabulous as your personality! Top level! So informative and entertaining! And Cara is fantastic as always! You two are the sweetest couple! Keep up the great work!

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you Jimmy

[@paige.campbell]

Thanks for the great video, Markus! From enemas to audio, you know all the tricks

[@MarkusPix]

hahaha yes

[@joopvervaart]

Thanks for you explanation it is really helpful and it is such a treat to see two people together with such a beautiful energy.

[@7manproductions]

bro!!!!!im getting more into sound op and your past vids have been KILLLLLER!!!!! Love you man...send me those shirts you are poking holes in...ill wear them hee hee

[@iamshake7778]

Thank you for your time Markus🙂 Peace.

[@jmcvideodrones]

Thanks for the synopses of lavalier mic mounts and the need to keep the mic out of contact with clothes.

[@MakingYouTube]

Un genio. El mejor maestro q uno podría tener.

[@MichaelAChang]

Great stuff. I just got a few lav mics and these tips came in handy!

[@sixlitrehair]

I feel bad just watching so much work for free. Thank you is not enough but thank you Markus.

[@hiawrj]

This is pure gold.

[@simonpayne7994]

You are really a great gadget guy. Seeing everything that can be had is really useful. And of course, sticking mikes ard recorders and wires all over poor Cara was one of the main attractions! 😊If I come to think of it, for a musical on a stage you do not have to hide anything. The mike itself is part of the show. But on a film set things would be the exact opposite. The mike must never be seen. i wonder how much sound - i.e. speech - they actually pick up during the take and how much is dubbed in afterwards.

[@DisabledNomads]

The pin with the backing that's similar to an earring is called a "tie tack"

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you.

[@janinadavidthompson4949]

THANKS AGAIN FOR ALL YOUR HELP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1111

again ... pure gold ... thanks so much !

[@MarkusPix]

My pleasure!

[@alexalexxis170]

It sounds like you enjoy a bassy sound. The modern way of achieving that while avoiding ear fatigue is to use a multiband compressor as an eq, with a slow attack time on the bass to let some of it get through and "squeeze" the rest of it. This will keep the intelligibility of the voice, without the need to boost the high frequencies so much. You're welcome.

[@MarkusPix]

Thats exactly what I do. Multiband compressor, no EQ. Like I said, no matter what I do on my end, it will sound different depending on what people are using to listen to it on their end. Audiophiles have bright expensive speakers and headphones that amplify the effect more, whereas most people listen on cheap speakers, cell phones and laptops, which is what my stuff is tuned for, which is why 98 percent of the comments are people asking what my settings are because its the best they've heard. I can always tell who the audiophiles are by their comments and how it doesnt sound good on their systems lol. Its impossible to please everyone.

[@jackknife7839]

Thank you for making this video, I learned a lot.

[@SamuelSotiega]

Very cool and informative video. Amazing! Thanks for doing this.

[@matoflynn]

Markus, you’re the best. Thank you!

[@By_Rant_Or_Ruin]

Thank you , fantastic video. Real world training. You are awesome.

[@MarkusPix]

thank you

[@WTF-Chuck]

Some of the mic attachments are pretty cool. The medical tape is excellent. Electrical tape if you are in a pinch.

[@PrainhaFilmes]

Best lesson ever ! Tks Marcus !!!

[@NikCan66]

Excellent guidance

[@HumbertoAbed]

Again, another great video! Love the first seconds with the Rode wireless, LOL! But seriously, never seen a more complete video about how to attach a mic to a person. And never seen all those accesories to do it! Muchas gracias Markus!

[@slyreader]

You're awesome!! Thanks for sharing so many great ideas!!!

[@LatinoRider]

Thanks for sharing the knowledge sir!

[@djc24]

Fantastic video. I really appreciate all the effort you take to make these videos. Such in-depth coverage on this topic!

[@jillianroselovesfilmandchurros]

You two are such a great team :) Thank you so much for the help you give!

[@GaryGSF]

You have so much gear how do you remember what you have and how to operate it? Excellent video.

[@MarkusPix]

I knew playing memory as a kid would be helpful someday :-D

[@FANTASYSLEEP]

another great video

[@theresalownds1471]

I appreciate all the work that went into this video! The outfit changes, mic options! Thank you.

[@Jake12399]

I love you Markus!

[@pictureeyecandy]

Nice lesson. Dressing up party, Hidden in a lesson. They say less is more but that last full-length dress was my fav. Mark they are called Breast (PG) LOL or try Female Chest for a (G) rating.

[@samuelhodges3119]

Good teaching!

[@nicksavage4763]

🎯Great tips

[@joelategan]

Thank ye Markus

[@kjvisual7]

Gaff, I'm attached to Shurtape p-665 😎

[@EvanStories]

Thank you Markus!

[@WineWorldTV]

Always great content. Cool ways to place mics and the things needed to attach them. Digging the glasses idea, though my lav is fairly large so it wouldn't be that hidden. I'll admit, I'm really not terribly concerned if people see my lav and the wire. Though I do tend to wear a lot of black shirts so the mic and cable are harder to see.

[@MiaHessMusic]

This was the class I was REALLY looking forward to! Hiding a lav mic on a lady! I remember using those holder thingies for the until under my costumes in theater but I've never been ablre to find one commerically. Thank you both!!! I guess I'm off to check out UrsaStraps. Will they stay on if you're not as slender as Cara, I'm wondering?

[@MarkusPix]

They have multiple strap sizes, small ,medium and large. I totall forgot to show the bra mic holder, I must show it in next video, it clips to the front center of a bra in the gap ... oh Caraaaaa.... www.locationsound.com/hide-a-mic-bra-holder-for-the-sanken-cos-11-3725

[@nissanbakish]

Dear Markus As always-fascinating video. Can you please explain how to hide a flat lav like the rode lavaliere ii-underneath a T shirt Thnx in advance

[@markvedder7142]

Very nice tips so helpful

[@kjvisual7]

I LOVE how you started this video. You got me laughing. Ok back to the video...

[@2point..0]

Wired for Sound, this will self destruct in 60 seconds, ha ha ha!!!

[@tonypujals]

I was going to leave a comment about how good the video is, but I need to go take a cold shower first. 🥵

[@CRISSBLAZINY]

great stuff

[@misterpogiako]

i really came here for the lav thing

[@kudrna_krepice]

I love you both 😉

[@CaptainMyCaptain33]

Hey what about this. I watched a show sometime ago called Naked and Afraid. The people were obviously neked. I noticed they were all wearing a necklace with a little ball on it but I could not figure out where the wire was…The carry around these bags also which I assume is where the recorder is, or possible where the wire is. But then….they were all in the ocean having a chit chat and I was again stumped. They had the necklace on, but I saw no way how they were running they system. I would say a boom mic but it was a shot of them no boom could reach and so. My question is. Is there a LAV mic that is wireless with a tiny transmitter? If so, any idea who makes it? Would love to try it out if that’s what is going on. If not, I am curious how they mic these people. Thanks again Markus (and Cara) for sharing.

[@MarkusPix]

I gave away one of those necklace mics kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWjWeY2Hgtaao8k

[@Tom_A.K.]

Fast Forward to Kara 19:23 lol

[@soundman6645]

A couple of things If you do a lot of this you will find some people react to various adhesives, particularly when the equipment needs to stay in place for long periods like, with multi-day shoots of seasons or live performances. Different people react to different adhesives on different parts of the body .... it is therefore useful to have a variety of products to chose from. The medical people know about this, so the medical industry has various products to address this issue. The medical industry has a vast range of useful products ..... it's worth going to a good specialist first aid or medical dressing supplier and get em to show you what they got ... buy a box full. there are other non adhesive medical products that can be very handy like "tubigauze" comes in various sizes ..... it is an elastic gauze tube that come in a wide variety of sizes. Althletic strapping and support items can be useful modified as necesary Wound closure products can be handy .... old school butterfly closures or the more modern steri-strips. Then there are the surgical wound dressings ... they come in two types, one with an absorbent pad and the other all adhesive ........ these go on like a normal high end band aid and then the backing is peeled off to leave a clear and very conforming covering ... these tend to be low alergenic. so many goodies the medical industry has to offer

[@ROBOTRIX_eu]

;-) ..lol..tigh button hole..you're funny and she as well!

[@antoniolazarski9361]

Hey Marcus, thanks for sharing your experience!!! What lav do you show in this video? Cheers!!

[@ramumolugumati94]

Super bro

[@FintaruS]

Have you seen the one where adam savage (myth buster) , dos a hidden mic in glass with v-sours