Picked up a new TASCAM DR-40 (Recorder)

JollyDangerous said:
Oh thats awesome. I think I will invest in one of those how is it when the wind and ambient noise is concerned?
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You will definitely need to shield it from wind. The mics are very sensitive. You will want to mount it on a stand or tripod because it will pick up even the slightest sounds from holding it in your hand. If you are using it in windy conditions (even a slight breeze), you will want to use an external mic hooked up to it and shield the external mic with a "dead cat" or other windscreen as needed. Ambient noise from a room will depend on the size and "reflectivity" of the room. So make sure you check the room for sound reflection with a test recording and put up egg crate or hang sheets around the area (out of camera view if using it for audio capture) to minimise echo.

Hope this helps :)
 
M424Filmcast said:
You will definitely need to shield it from wind. The mics are very sensitive. You will want to mount it on a stand or tripod because it will pick up even the slightest sounds from holding it in your hand. If you are using it in windy conditions (even a slight breeze), you will want to use an external mic hooked up to it and shield the external mic with a "dead cat" or other windscreen as needed. Ambient noise from a room will depend on the size and "reflectivity" of the room. So make sure you check the room for sound reflection with a test recording and put up egg crate or hang sheets around the area (out of camera view if using it for audio capture) to minimise echo.

Hope this helps :)
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Yea it helps alot thanks for the info. If I get one I will definitely reference this. :)
 
M424Filmcast said:
Hey no problem. If you have any other questions, just ask. You can also message me on YouTube. Maybe I will just make some tutorial vids based on your questions. ;)
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Cool thanks and that is a good idea fir some video content common asked questions and how to use applications. :)
 
JollyDangerous said:
Cool thanks and that is a good idea fir some video content common asked questions and how to use applications. :)
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Yeah, I do tuts on Premiere Pro (just getting those uploaded recently) and on Logo design software, as well as on film technique, so adding tuts on the Tascam would be easy.
 
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