Audio Basics Quiz

What input level is ideal for recording audio?

• 0dB

• -12dB

• 120dB

How far away from the microphone should you be to get the best quality audio?

• As close as possible

• Neither too close or too far away

• About 3 metres

Why should you listen out for background sound when recording audio?

• In case it's useful for the recording

• To make sure it doesn't distract from the recording

• In case something dangerous is nearby

What is the main cause of distortion in an audio recording?

• A low humming sound on the audio

• Where you can't really hear what the person is saying

• Where the audio has been recorded at too high a level

What causes popping in an audio recording?

• The air from "P" and "B" sounds hitting the microphone

• If the microphone is overloaded

• Nearby balloons

How would you avoid popping?

• Change the script

• Use a pop shield or change the persons position so their breath doesn't hit the microphone

• Use an anti-pop filter in the edit.

Name one way you can stop wind noise reaching the microphone when filming outside?

• A wind gag

• A wind toggle

• Breeze block

What happens if your recording goes above 0dB on the level meter?

• It will sound better

• You will get clipping or distortion

• You will get popping

A lapel mike has a pick up that is....

• Omni-directional

• Superdirectional

• Directional