We are a group of professional videographers and musicians with over 10 years of experience recording concerts and performances. We are here to provide our experience to record high quality SYF 2021 performances in the event that SYF 2021 is cancelled due to Covid-19
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Shotgun Mic or Lavalier Microphone – Which one do you need?
Let us analyze the pros and cons of each
Lavalier Microphone
- Position much closer to User: Louder and Clearer ✔
- Greater distance from camera (dependent on cable length) ✔
- Limited to one user ❌
Shotgun Microphone
- Able to pick up multiple users’ audio ✔
- Directional, reduce unwanted audio ✔
- Pick up range smaller ❌
Thus, match your needs to the pros and understand the cons. Ultimately, whether you choose a lavalier mic or a shotgun boom mic for your next production, make sure that you’ve eliminated as many distracting sounds as possible before you start recording and always monitor your sound with a decent pair of headphones