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Comparing Handheld Recorders & External Microphones

Posted onApril 1, 2020July 2, 2021AuthorStephane Fufa21 Comments

A few months ago, while having a break in Montreal, I re-questioned my recording setup. In my quest for minimalism, I decided to find the lightest possible configuration that would allow me to travel more easily, further away; but of Read More …

CategoriesUncategorizedTagscomparison, gear, handheld, microphone, recorder

Troubles with NT45-O capsule

Posted onApril 11, 2017April 11, 2017AuthorStephane Fufa1 Comment

It’s been few days I have troubles with my newly purchased NT-45-O microphone capsules from Rode. I recently bought 2 of them in an attempt to extend the possibilities with the NT5, and have them capture omnidirectionally. While one of Read More …

CategoriesUncategorizedTagscapsule, glitch, issue, microphone, nt45, rode, trouble

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Experience the remarkable transition from day to night in the ancient tropical rainforest of Gunung Jerai, Malaysia. Recorded near the summit at approximately 1000 metres above sea level, this uninterrupted 45 minute ambience captures one of the most vibrant moments in the forest's daily cycle. As the sun sets, the soundscape transforms dramatically. Bird activity reaches one of its daily peaks while countless insects emerge to create an extraordinary chorus. Several cicada species become remarkably vocal during this brief window, creating a dense and ever changing tapestry of sound before gradually giving way to the rhythms of the tropical night. Rising in relative isolation above the surrounding lowlands, Gunung Jerai is recognised as one of Malaysia's most distinctive ecological refuges. Its long isolation has allowed many plants and animals to evolve independently, making this tropical rainforest a fascinating place to experience nature through sound. Some species found here occur nowhere else, while others exist as unique local populations, contributing to an exceptionally rich acoustic environment. [The Concept & Disclaimer] This recording is part of my ongoing exploration of natural sound environments around the world. Unlike constructed or looped ambiences, this is a genuine, uninterrupted moment captured in the field. Only minimal cleanup was performed to preserve the realism, natural dynamics, and acoustic character of the environment. [The Audio Experience] 🎧 Headphones recommended! Recorded using a combination of a Micro Uši microphone, an Immersive Soundscapes EarSight microphone, and Sennheiser MKH microphones, this stereo mix aims to recreate the immersive experience of standing quietly in the rainforest as day fades into night. [Explore More] 🌐 Blog & behind the scenes: soundxplorer.com 🎧 Individual sounds & previews: SoundCloud 🔊 Professional sound effects libraries: Articulated Sounds 🔗 https://linktr.ee/soundXplorer If you enjoy authentic environmental recordings, consider subscribing and following the journey as I continue documenting unique soundscapes around the world. [Recording Notes] 🎙️ Location: Gunung Jerai, Kedah, Malaysia (~1000 m altitude) Time: Sunset into night Microphones: Micro Uši, Immersive Soundscapes EarSight, Sennheiser MKH series Recorders: Sony A10, Zoom F6 Format: Stereo Post processing: Minimal cleanup only, preserving the natural dynamics and realism of the environment. #GunungJerai #Malaysia #TropicalRainforest #Cicadas #NatureSounds #FieldRecording #NatureAmbience #Birdsong #Stereo #Rainforest #ImmersiveAudio #ASMR
Gunung Jerai at Sunset | Cicada Chorus in an Ancient Tropical Rainforest
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