{"id":89087,"date":"2017-04-18T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-04-18T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=89087"},"modified":"2022-10-25T04:50:45","modified_gmt":"2022-10-25T09:50:45","slug":"record-indie-filmmaking-audio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/record-indie-filmmaking-audio\/","title":{"rendered":"The Indie Filmmaker&#8217;s Guide to Recording Audio"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 id=\"learn-how-to-properly-record-audio-on-set-with-a-traditional-boom-mic-setup\">Learn how to properly record audio on set with a traditional boom mic setup.<\/h2>\n<p><em>All images via The Film Look.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Here in the PremiumBeat office, we&#8217;re big fans of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCG8T8xZYuuiSxa5mOHz2Q2g\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">The Film Look<\/a>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0a YouTube channel dedicated to showing you <strong>how to make better films and videos<\/strong> (with new episodes every week).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-89146 size-full\" title=\"The Indie Filmmaker's Guide to Recording Audio \u2014 Audio\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Audio_Recorder_On_Set.jpg\" alt=\"The Indie Filmmaker's Guide to Recording Audio \u2014 Audio\" width=\"755\" height=\"337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Audio_Recorder_On_Set.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Audio_Recorder_On_Set.jpg?resize=300,134 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Audio_Recorder_On_Set.jpg?resize=277,124 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Audio_Recorder_On_Set.jpg?resize=359,160 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Audio_Recorder_On_Set.jpg?resize=543,242 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Audio_Recorder_On_Set.jpg?resize=560,250 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Audio_Recorder_On_Set.jpg?resize=150,67 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We recently teamed up with The Film Look to bring you <strong>a series of tutorials on capturing better sound<\/strong> for your videos. The eight-part series will cover a ton of different audio recording and mixing topics, with plenty of tips and tricks for you to learn along the way.<\/p>\n<p>In the\u00a0first\u00a0five episodes,\u00a0you will learn how to work with audio on set. Then the series will shift focus to working with audio in post-production.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NzmDV5Z9c_o?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll quickly see that it&#8217;s not about having the right gear \u2014 it&#8217;s about <strong>knowing how to properly use audio equipment<\/strong>. The audio kit used in the series is the basic setup for indie films and corporate video productions \u2014 <strong>a shotgun mic, boom pole, audio recorder, and headphones<\/strong>. There are also <strong>tips on recording with\u00a0smartphones<\/strong> and on-camera microphones for those without this setup. (You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/build-pro-boom-mic-for-around-500-dollars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">piece together a professional\u00a0boom mic kit for around\u00a0$500<\/a>.)<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"microphone-position-is-key\">Microphone Position Is Key<\/h3>\n<p>The position of your microphone is crucial to a quality recording. In the first episode,\u00a0you&#8217;ll hear the difference between a smartphone recorder and a shotgun mic \u2014 but there&#8217;s a twist.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1Ki442J5hUk?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The smartphone audio was better in the first take because the shotgun microphone was too far away.\u00a0To get better audio, <strong>place a shotgun microphone over the head of your speaking subject<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-89147 size-full\" title=\"The Indie Filmmaker's Guide to Recording Audio \u2014 Smart Phone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Smartphone_Audio_Recorder.jpg\" alt=\"The Indie Filmmaker's Guide to Recording Audio \u2014 Smart Phone\" width=\"755\" height=\"232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Smartphone_Audio_Recorder.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Smartphone_Audio_Recorder.jpg?resize=300,92 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Smartphone_Audio_Recorder.jpg?resize=277,85 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Smartphone_Audio_Recorder.jpg?resize=359,110 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Smartphone_Audio_Recorder.jpg?resize=543,167 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Smartphone_Audio_Recorder.jpg?resize=560,172 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Smartphone_Audio_Recorder.jpg?resize=150,46 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you are on a windy set, try positioning the microphone underneath the subject, or for the best results <strong>combine that with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/learn-the-lingo-15-weird-filmmaking-terms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">dead cat<\/a> or blimp<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes time to record, limit the movement of your hands. <strong>Use your arms and shoulders to reposition the microphone <\/strong>to avoid making noise. There are also some great tips in the video about the best ways to grip a boom mic.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"capturing-dialogue-is-your-first-priority\">Capturing Dialogue Is Your First Priority<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>highest priority when recording a film or video is dialogue<\/strong>. Noises or sound effects are easier to \u00a0recreate in post \u2014 or to draw from an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/sfx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">SFX library<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/X8YPFNYgu8s?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>While on the topic of noises, if you detect any outside noise on set \u2014 like a plane, train, or automobile \u2014 be sure to bring it up if recording has not yet started. If you are already rolling, finish the take, and then mention any need for another take.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-89148 size-full\" title=\"The Indie Filmmaker's Guide to Recording Audio \u2014 Boom\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Boom_Mic_On_Set.jpg\" alt=\"The Indie Filmmaker's Guide to Recording Audio \u2014 Boom\" width=\"755\" height=\"324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Boom_Mic_On_Set.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Boom_Mic_On_Set.jpg?resize=300,129 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Boom_Mic_On_Set.jpg?resize=277,119 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Boom_Mic_On_Set.jpg?resize=359,154 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Boom_Mic_On_Set.jpg?resize=543,233 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Boom_Mic_On_Set.jpg?resize=560,240 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Boom_Mic_On_Set.jpg?resize=150,64 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before shooting, make sure the camera crew (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/camera-crew-breakdown-jobs-and-responsibilities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">specifically the 2nd AC<\/a> if you have one) uses a <strong>clapper board to mark the take<\/strong>. This will help tremendously when editing and mixing the project in post.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"minimize-unwanted-noise\">Minimize\u00a0Unwanted\u00a0Noise<\/h3>\n<p>You can silence the set as much as possible to eliminate\u00a0unnecessary ambient noise, but that doesn&#8217;t always prevent unwanted sounds. Episode three dives into <strong>separating dialogue from any noise the\u00a0actors make<\/strong>\u00a0on set.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e6MEJd_rGvI?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>If there is a loud action, like placing a glass mug on a glass saucer, you can <strong>eliminate the noise with some simple camera tricks and foley work<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-89150 size-full\" title=\"The Indie Filmmaker's Guide to Recording Audio \u2014 Audio Tricks\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Indie_Film_Audio_Recording_Tricks.jpg\" alt=\"The Indie Filmmaker's Guide to Recording Audio \u2014 Audio Tricks\" width=\"755\" height=\"254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Indie_Film_Audio_Recording_Tricks.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Indie_Film_Audio_Recording_Tricks.jpg?resize=300,101 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Indie_Film_Audio_Recording_Tricks.jpg?resize=277,93 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Indie_Film_Audio_Recording_Tricks.jpg?resize=359,121 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Indie_Film_Audio_Recording_Tricks.jpg?resize=543,183 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Indie_Film_Audio_Recording_Tricks.jpg?resize=560,188 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Indie_Film_Audio_Recording_Tricks.jpg?resize=150,50 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"setting-audio-levels-and-capturing-room-tone\">Setting Audio Levels and Capturing Room Tone<\/h3>\n<p>The loudness of actors and actions differs in every take. <strong>Make sure audio levels don&#8217;t peak<\/strong>, and leave some room for any unexpected loud noises or increases in conversational volume.<\/p>\n<p>In this episode, you&#8217;ll hear the audio clip when one character shouts. Be sure to <strong>lower the gain while recording dialogue<\/strong>. Also, be sure to <strong>capture about two minutes of room tone<\/strong> to help avoid unnatural silence. This <strong>ambient noise<\/strong>\u00a0makes conversations sound more realistic, and it can cover up hard edits. (If you forgot to capture room tone, check out our pack of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/free-ambient-background-tracks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">15 free ambient noise tracks<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/U5MJvJ9_guQ?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"record-sfx-wild-takes-on-set\">Record SFX (Wild Takes) On Set<\/h3>\n<p>Wild takes are <strong>sound effects recorded on set<\/strong> without dialogue. If cameras aren&#8217;t rolling (and if you can convince the crew to be quiet) you should try to record some on set <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/royalty-free-sfx?utm_source=premiumbeat&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=The-Indie-Filmmaker%E2%80%99s-Guide-to-Recording-Audio&amp;utm_campaign=10-2022-blog\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">SFX<\/a>. They can be as simple as an actor&#8217;s footsteps or the clashing of dishes, doors, or machinery.<\/p>\n<p>The goal is to <strong>capture the sounds that could\u00a0be difficult to find in a SFX library<\/strong>. While we may have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/sfx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">hundreds of thousands of SFX here on PremiumBeat<\/a>, you may not find the exact sound to the exact time you need. For example, if you are shooting a scene with an old car, it&#8217;s best to record real engine sounds to keep the sound as authentic as possible.<\/p>\n<p>Something to keep in mind: you <strong>don&#8217;t need to turn up the gain<\/strong> to capture all these SFX. Since they will become layers in post, you&#8217;ll want to keep them accurate to the levels you&#8217;d hear on set. So if footsteps are quiet and slightly registering on your recorder, that&#8217;s ok. Try to <strong>record each SFX in a few different ways<\/strong>, including different microphone angles, positions, and distances.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Announce each action as soon as you hit record and before you start performing. That way you can easily keep track of each different sound effect.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ci9RIH5d1ew?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Make sure you check out the rest of the Indie Film Sound Guide episodes. There you will learn\u00a0about working with everything you&#8217;ve recorded in post. Also, be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCG8T8xZYuuiSxa5mOHz2Q2g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">subscribe to The Film Look&#8217;s YouTube<\/a> channel for weekly tips and tricks on filmmaking, video production, and post-production.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Do you know other indie filmmaking tips for capturing audio?<\/strong> Let us know in the comments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to properly record audio on set with a traditional boom mic 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