Quick question on how to improve mic audio

[lostintyme]

Hey guys,

I was recently linked this video, and one specific part sparked my interest. First- listen for about 5 seconds at 2:40, and then skip to about 5:55. Notice how the audio was worse? Can anyone tell me why/how it was better in the first part then in the second part? Thanks!

[Midnight Blue]

During the section at 2:40 he is using the audio from a lav (clip on) mic, but the section at 5:55 he's using the on board camera mic.

[paulears]

Yep - I concur 100% lav v on camera mic - and the reason is really just distance!

[slimbob]

Yes getting the mic as close to the talent as possible makes a big difference .....I have learned that from this forum .

[TimStannard]

Yes getting the mic as close to the talent as possible makes a big difference .....I have learned that from this forum .

No Bob, you're a doer not a talker/reader. You were told it on this forum, but you learned it by actually trying it out. By far the best way!

[slimbob]

Thanks Tim
I must try to improve how I get things done

Like building my light kit out of wood compared to cardboard

[TimStannard]

I must try to improve how I get things done

Like building my light kit out of wood compared to cardboard

At least you didn't test it whilst transferring petrol from one plastic can to another!

[Midnight Blue]

That would be funny if it wasn't so close to home for me.

[slimbob]

Lucky you said that Tim I was just about to test that

What do you mean [That would be funny if it wasn't so close to home for me. ] ......please tell MB

[Midnight Blue]

During the "fuel scare" a few of weeks ago, a lady in York accidentally set her self on fire whilst transferring petrol from one plastic can to another.