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Picking your microphone

Picking your microphone - YouTube Tutorial

From the course: YouTube Tips Weekly

Picking your microphone

- Now listen up. It's time we amp things up and get into the ambience of audio-recording devices. That is all. (shimmering synth music) Similarly to cameras, picking out microphones can be tricky business, especially since your mic needs might change depending on what you're trying to shoot. So, I've gathered up three types of microphones I recommend adding to your equipment arsenal and I'll give you the pros and cons of each. Now these mics range from lower quality to more higher quality professional audio, but they don't all apply to all filming situations so having a variety of mics can really help you use the right tool for the right job. First is the iRig lav mic. This versatile lav mic is easy to use and even easier on the wallet. It's the cheapest of the bunch coming in around $40. The pros are that it's extremely small, which makes it very portable. It also comes with this great carrying case so that you…

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