But off axis sounds behave differently.įor example, a signal originating from the right will arrive at the right microphone an instant before arriving at the left microphone. Signals coming from straight ahead (or behind) will be registered identically by each mic. Also like humans, there is a “baffle” between the microphones that acts as a sound barrier and imparts directionality to the setup. Like the two human ears, the mics are placed about seven inches apart.
In a nutshell, “binaural” microphone setups at least roughly simulate the human head. What is a “Binaural Microphone” and why do I record using one? Crown’s SASS microphones are no longer available, but you can go here for an excellent and highly informative article by recordist Vicki Powys that describes modified SASS setups as well as various homemade alternatives. Originally sold by Crown Audio, my SASS setups have been specially-modified to utilize super low-noise microphones. My preferred microphone setup (pictured) is referred to as a SASS, meaning “Stereo Ambient Sampling System.” Technically speaking, it is a “quasi-binaural” microphone design that produces a result that is nearly indistinguishable from binaural dummy-head mics.
#Binaural recording full#
Or look at renting/purchasing a Lectrosonics SPDR for the trip.The majority of my nature soundscape recordings are made using a stereo/binaural microphone setup that yields rich and spacious soundscapes that are natural and full of depth, especially when listened-to using headphones or earbuds.
#Binaural recording upgrade#
Such as an F6, that would be the closest upgrade path. It'll also come with lower noise floor, better preamps, metadata option, timecode if you want to sync to camera, and better feature sets such as native dual recording and floating point.
Personally I'd recommend upgrading your recorder to a more modern one that allows app control, so that you don't need to keep reaching into your bag. Or you can rig up some small diaphragm mics inside the pack and poke them out of open zippers or something. Or just stick an Overcover or something on them and call it a day. There's many lav mics you can hide on a backpack the exact same as you'd hide on clothing. Unless you're doing something like a head camera too and you want to precisely maintain sound perspective as you turn your head.īackpack will tend to keep the sound perspective from swinging around wildly and give it a bit more stability. This is just me personally but I'd put the mics on the backpack rather than head worn ones for this. Accounts with negative karma may not post or comment here. New and Low / Negative Karma accounts are restricted - New accounts may not post in this subreddit but may participate in the comments of other posts while they get to know the subreddit. Direct links only - do not submit referral links, hidden links, or links via third party services.No YouTube - Due to the frequency and persistence of problems involved with youtube content here (including spam / promotion, rights issues, poor product quality, and extreme bad faith engagement), YouTube links and references to it are no longer allowed in this subreddit. Violations of this rule, attempts to end run it, or bad faith appeals / inquiries about it will result in a permanent ban No spam / promo accounts whose sole or primary activity on reddit is discussing or linking to things they are affiliated with.If you are unsure, use the pinned Share Mine post.The Share Mine community post is the ONLY place in the sub where you may discuss or link to your website, article, design, blog, video, podcast, app, tool, or anything else by you, about you, or for you or conduct appeals for money, sales, market or product research / surveys (even if there is no cost involved).This sub is for sharing field recordings and discussing them, not for hyping or propping up your ventures / projects. Instead of bashing, share sources and accept when your positions are going to differ. Trolling, insults, brigading, or antagonism towards the subreddit participants, the moderators, or even the community itself may result in a ban. Reddiquette is required - Avoid flame wars and vote complaining. To share anything else of yours, you will need to use the community promo post Subreddit Rules You are encouraged to post your own field recording audio and discuss this topic non-promotionally. This sub is for sharing field recordings and discussing them.
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