Digital Production Studio and Tech Tool Lending Library: Audio/VIdeo Recording Devices

Audio Recording Options

In the Library: 

1.  Yeti Condenser Mic with Headset Connected to iMac-

This mic is set up with a sound shield and is ready to record on the iMac with Audacity or Garage Band. Here is a guide for usage: Yeti iMac Audacity Recording Quick Guide  

2. Yeti Caster Condenser Mic on a Cart-

This condenser mic is set up on a cart to be rolled into another room for recording high quality audio for podcasts or video, using your own laptop.  Easily plugs in to your laptop via USB. Works well with Audacity or GarageBand.

For Checkout or In-Library Use:

1. Blue Yeti Nano Condenser Mic-

This condenser microphone can be plugged into your computer via USB to record high quality audio for podcasts, music recording, or video soundtracks. May be used in the library or checked out. 

Works well with Audacity or GarageBand.

Quick Start Guides:

Video Overview 

or see the written guide: Yeti Nano Quick Start Guide

2. Zoom H2n Field Recorder-

Portable condenser mic for recording podcasts, music, video soundtracks with 5 built-in microphones, X/Y, or surround sound. Records to SD card or via USB directly to computer. Kit includes accessories-- windscreen, tripod, remote control.

3. Wired Stereo Headphones-

To use to monitor audio recording. Available for in library use or checkout.

Video Production Tools:

1. Portable greenscreen-

This screen provides  a 58.27 x 70.87 inch chroma key background which can be replaced using Adobe Premiere on the iMacs in the studio. Watch this tutorial video:

How to edit green screen in Premiere Pro

2. Osmo Mobile 3 Smartphone Gimbal-

Place your own phone in this gimbal to stabilize your video as you capture footage. This can be handheld or set up on a tripod at different heights.