Microphone
If you have to send across thoughts, a bad idea is a big let-down. A bare minimum requirement of microphones is to shut down the background noise and let the desired audio take the front. Hence, in most cases, using built-in audio recording microphones is a BIG no!
There are three types of microphones popular in the vlogging front;
- Condenser: Those long professional-looking microphones that most vloggers (and often singers) use are condenser-type microphones. This is best if you also want to include delicate background sounds into the audio.
- Dynamic: These cut off background noises more efficiently than the condenser ones. There are two types-one which you can clip onto your clothes (a.k.a. collar mics) and the other which you can attach to your recording device, i.e., preferably DSLRs (shotgun)
- Portable audio recorder: It is good for recording on the go.
Other than the microphone, there are other things that you need to take care of. Firstly, the outside noises, and secondly, the echo. A windscreen can help you with the outside noises while filling up the recording unit with things that will help you combat echo issues!
Accessories
You can add multiple accessories to make the recording process easier or better.
- Tripod stands to affix the recording unit, or a selfie stick if you are using the smartphones, are essential to get a steady shot.Â
- If you are a one-man army, the remote shutters will make your life easier by giving you the controls to start and stop the video. Â
- Consider investing in drones for those beautiful sky shots!
- Energy sources like batteries or a power bank will save your day on any outdoor shoots.
- A green screen to play with the background or the object itself to create mesmerizing animations or motion picturesÂ
- Buy a gear backpack to efficiently store all your recording goodies in one place and keep them safe from mechanical tears and sudden showers!
Editing Tools
Editing is an integral part of assembling and converting all the raw shots into the final video. Editing is a skill that you slowly develop over time and, frankly speaking, can be the most overwhelming aspect. Access to many free apps makes the editing journey a lot simpler. You can also learn about professional video editing tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut to explore a larger control over multiple editing aspects.
Look for online tutorials to start the first step. Experiment and try different things to know the way around them. And constantly update yourself with the different tools in the market to know which one is better.
Conclusion
Good quality audio and video are the essentials of a vlog. They help you promote your content owing to the quality. However, don’t forget about the other key marketing elements on the media platform that makes your hard work visible on the forum. Here are the basic tools that you require to start filming your daily journey catering to the demands of platforms like YouTube and other social media.
