Field Recording Gear

Professional thoughts and opinions on the new Zoom “Essentials” series of field recorders.

A prerelease review of the new Zoom R4, written by a field recordist.

Capturing Sound from Every Angle: The Top Picks in Omnidirectional Microphones

Learn how much your backpacking tripod should weigh, and what options are available for any budget.

Learn if high quality XLR cables really matter, and which one is best for you.

The ultimate guide to hydrophone microphones; uses, design, history, and recommendations.

Select your mixer from the list to view all compatible audio bags for your model.

Find the best portable recorder for all your musical needs in this article.

Learn everything we know about the new Zoom M-Series line so you can decide if one is for you!

Professional advice on how to choose the best parabolic microphone for birding or live sports.

Everything you need to know about boom poles before purchasing.

Professional advice on choosing the best field recorder for film making in 2022.

Compare every shotgun microphone on the market and learn how to choose the best one for your needs & budget!

Learn about spatial sound headphones and what models are best in this article.

Discover the best field recorders on the market in 2022 with advice from a professional.

Everything you need to know about ambisonic microphones, file formats, and processing software.

Discover the best field recording equipment available in 2022.

Learn what the best microphones for recording nature sounds are, why they’re the best, and techniques to improve your skills in the field!

Learn what makes the Zoom F3 one of the best field recorders on the market today in this in-depth review!

Learn why Telinga is the World’s best manufacturer of parabolic microphones in this in-depth review.

Learn about the different types of sound level meters and which one is the best in this article.

Legal issues, required gear, real world examples and more, all covered in this guide to drop rigs!

Learn how to convert your dynamic or condenser microphone into a wireless XLR mic in this article!

There are several high quality and affordable shotgun mics on the market these days. Learn which one is best for you in this article!

Learn how to make your own ultra low noise SASS microphone with EM272 capsules in this article!

32-bit float is one of the biggest recording innovations to-date. Find out why and which recorders offer it in this article.

Learn what a stereo microphone is and which one is best for you in this article!

Read this article before purchasing a 3Dio binaural microphone. You’ll be surprised!

With the D-100 set to be discontinued world-wide, are field recorders getting worse?

Are hissing and crackling sounds ruining your recordings? Find out why and how to solve the problem in this article!