In this Quick Listen, you will experience some of the sample pack sounds, punch-in, master, tape FX, and synthesized sounds included in the OP-Z by Teenage Engineering, a portable all-in-one synthesizer and 16-track multimedia sequencer. This device can not only produce complete...
For DJs, remixers, and electronic music producers, B&H is pleased to announce the Numark Scratch 2-channel DJ mixer. This powerful mixer continues Numark’s legacy of creative and intuitive products by providing a system that is both optimized for users of Serato DJ Pro and ready for connection to...
Audio-Technica has new headworn microphones and accessories, all perfect for the stage. First up is the BP892x MicroSet, which hooks behind your ears, offering a comfortable fit that’s no less secure for being comfortable. Equipped with a subminiature omnidirectional condenser, the mic offers a flat frequency response to ensure...
In this second video in the Audio for Video series, AB discusses ways to choose the best mic for the type of content you’re recording. He discusses pickup patterns, lavalier and shotgun mics, mic placement, and more. If you want to know how to use the right mic to capture audio for different video applications effectively, this is a great resource.
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Join AB and the rest of the B&H video team as they attempt a sting operation with the RØDE Wireless GO. The ultra-compact and completely wireless audio tool is ideal for moments when you need to conceal your audio gear on your talent but still need to record high-quality audio. So, watch...
If you need a space-saving, rack-ready mixer that’ll handle anything from multi-guest podcasts to full-band live shows, look no further than the Zoom LiveTrak L-20R, a digital mixer designed for multi-track recording, wireless mixing, and flexible monitoring without taking up a bunch...
Binaural recording: it's been hovering around the fringes of pro and semi-pro audio for quite some time. But now the zeitgeist is shifting. Formats such as ASMR, which makes regular use of binaural recording, are now enjoyed in wider and wider circles. And of course, with the popularity of immersive media, audio engineers are free to explore the stereo field in exciting ways.
It's not surprising...
Welcome to the first video in our multi-part Audio for Video series. In this introductory episode, AB kicks things off with a quick overview of topics that will be covered in this series. After that, he dives into the basics of audio for video, covering everything from environment prep to situational mic use. If you’re looking for a solid intro to audio for video gear, tips, and techniques, this...
Fresh on the scene and a welcome sight, the new Zoom F6 Multi-Track Field Recorder is the latest in the company's heralded F series. Zoom is among the best in the industry for portable, powerful audio recording solutions that appeal to filmmakers, audio mixers, and VR/AR recordists, and the...
In this video, AB demonstrates how to use a parametric EQ to shape your sound. By cutting frequencies you don’t like and boosting the “good stuff,” you can apply this technique to sweeten any audio track you’re working with.
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Native Instruments launched the KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 interface to much acclaim—so much acclaim that the company will follow it up with a next-gen model. Called the KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 Mk2, this audio interface offers an upgraded audio path, one that can handle audio up to 192 kHz/24-bit....
The name Pioneer has been strongly (and rightly) associated with DJ gear and music-production equipment for decades, making it well regarded by music makers across the world. Knowing that taking your first step into DJ'ing can be a daunting one, Pioneer DJ has released the DDJ-200, an...
Dynamic, condenser, ribbon, handheld, lavalier, shotgun… all are terms commonly bandied about when referencing microphones. One that may not be on the tip of most tongues is parabolic. If “parabolic microphone” has you puzzled, or if you need some guidance for your next parabolic microphone purchase, do read on!
What are Parabolic Microphones?
Whereas dynamic, condenser, and ribbon describe the...
Attention all engineers and subjects in the world of high-profile live sound! Now at B&H, you can check out Audio-Technica’s versatile 5000 Series wireless audio components. With premium dual receivers, transmitters, and a variety of available microphones, the 5000 Series is well equipped to handle an array of scenarios, from...
Recognizing the needs of small studios, production suites, and compact touring setups, Korg has released two new desktop analog synthesizers, the Volca Nubass and the Minilogue XD...