Basic Boom Mic Setups

This video introduces basic settings and connectivity to use when utilizing a simple shotgun microphone mounted on a boom with the use of an optional field recorder. An introduction to using a clapperboard for synchronizing the sound with the picture is also covered as well as a quick overview on how to sync the recorded media files during post-production.

02:15 = Wiring Mic on Boom to Camera
03:17 = Wiring Mic on Boom to Zoom Field Recorder
03:39 = Zoom Power On & SD Card Formatting
04:10 = Basic Settings for Zoom Recorder
05:01 = Selecting Audio Inputs on the Zoom Recorder
05:19 = Adjusting Audio Levels on Zoom Recorder
05:42 = Recording Audio on Zoom Recorder
06:36 = Using a Slate to Mark Scenes & Provide Audio Sync Reference
07:06 = Manually Syncing External Audio Recording with Video
08:15 = Alternative NLE Methods (Adobe) for Syncing External Audio Recordings

For those interested, this basic kit utilizes the following products:
- Panasonic AG-UX90 Camcorder
- Sennheiser Evolution G3 Wireless ENG Kit
- Boya Carbon Fiber Boom
- VidPro XM-88 Condenser Shotgun Mic
- Zoom H4nSP Field Recorder
- Elvid Slate PS-911-C