Lighting & Sound

Learning how to edit sound? Get to know these 5 popular audio editing software

Don't sleep on audio editing. Learn the pros and cons of these 5 sound editing software.

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Sound editing fundamentals: 18 common sound terms you need to know

Within this post lies the sweet sound of actually knowing what sound-related phrases mean, and how they may best serve your videos.

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Video lighting tips and tricks for your next at-home shoot

Whether you want to look great for your next Zoom call or just shoot a new video, it's easy to improve your video lighting with these tips.

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Quick tips: How to get great audio without a recorder

Don't have a microphone to capture sound with? Fear not, our phones make great audio recorders. We'll show you the basics.

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How to avoid (and eliminate) white noise in your video

Is white noise holding your video back? Adobe's DeNoise effect can help you achieve crisp audio greatness.

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How to fine-tune your audio with Adobe's Parametric Equalizer

Audiophiles meet crisp, clear audio files. Adobe's Parametric Equalizer, polishes your vocals in no time, and this article breaks down how to use it.

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How to choose the right music for your video

Being strategic about the music you use in your video will set the mood of your film. Here are some tips on how and what to pick for your soundtrack.

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Perfecting outdoor lighting

Shooting outdoors leaving you in a bright fright? We’ll help you get over your fears and get that light right.

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Let there be lights: how to perfect your office lighting

Don"t let overhead fluorescents get you down! Give your video a polished look with these office lighting tips.

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Shooting live music: lessons from the masters of melody

Three acclaimed music shooters, Kawehi, Musicbed, and Yours Truly, drop some knowledge on how they capture phenomenal live videos.

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Find the perfect mic for you and your videos

Videos go best with audible, high-quality sound. But which mic suits your needs? Within, we delve into three popular options.

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When silence is better than a soundtrack

Composer Brian Hall outlines four scenarios where no sound at all trumps a swelling score.

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Dynamic range, defined

"Dynamic range" and "latitude" may sound like scary cinematographer words, but we think you're ready to be edified. In this lesson we'll define dynamic range and latitude, and learn some nifty tricks

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An introduction to three-point lighting

Learn the most basic form of lighting a subject for film and video using a triumvirate of light sources.