Audio Kits
Recorders
Zoom H4n Pro Black
$200
MENU > REC > REC FORMAT to: WAV48kHz/24bit
MENU > Input > Phantom: 48
Select the 1 button on the left
While recording, adjust the level so that your peaks do not go over -6.
Manual: https://zoomcorp.com/media/documents/E_H4n_Pro_REV3.pdf
Tascam DR-100MKII
$200 (for a current similar model)
Set to: HS mode, WAV 24bit, 96kHz
4-32 GB SDHC cards
Peak Indicator (lights red before distortion)
Turn on
Connect XLR and headphones
Turn on +48V Phantom Power
Adjust Input volume
Press the “Record” button for standby (flashing)
Press the “Record” button to start recording
Press the “Stop” button to end recording
Turn off +48V Phantom Power
Disconnect XLR
ZOOM Handy Recorder H4n
$200
Set to: WAV 24bit, 96kHz
4-32 GB SDHC cards
Peak Indicator (lights red before distortion)
Turn on
Connect XLR and headphones
Turn on +48V Phantom Power (Menu > Input Settings > Phantom > +48V)
Adjust Input volume
Press the “Record” button for standby (flashing)
Press the “Record” button to start recording
Press the “Stop” button to end recording
Turn off +48V Phantom Power (Menu > Input Settings > Phantom > OFF)
Disconnect XLR
Microphones
Lav Mics
Audio-Technica Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Microphone
$149
Clip to clothing or tape to skin
Try to reduce ruffling noises when moved
How to Conceal a Lav Mic (Video):
Condenser Mics (6)
Require +48V Phantom Power
Rode NTG1 (2)
Premium Shotgun
$249
Freq: 20Hz - 20k Hz
Line + Gradient
$169
Freq: 90Hz - 20k Hz
Stereo
$49, Discontinued
Freq: 40Hz - 20k Hz
Line + Gradient
$269
Freq: 40Hz - 20k Hz
Shotgun
$330
40Hz - 20k Hz
Overall Tips
Boom Pole Holder or Operator
