Last weekend, I went to NAMM and hung out with a bunch of Youtubers (@Christian Henson Music @Jon Meyer Music @Venus Theory @Dan Keen Music), but this video isn’t about that. This video is about the day after NAMM–a day I spent walking around the Santa Monica beach with a field recorder. The Santa Monica…
Do you love the sound of rain? Many people find the sound of rainfall to be calming and soothing. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of rain sounds and how they can improve your mental health! Did you know that the sound of rain can be incredibly calming and soothing? It’s no…
How Can You Use the Sound of Rain? The rain sound is not always a simple pitter-patter either. Sometimes it can sound like tapping or even trickling noise! Studies indicate that rain has an area between 20Hz to 2500Hz and reduces the complexity of the brain. How Can You Monetize the Sound of Rain? Many…
The Tascam Portacapture X8 is put to the test in our newest YouTube video. Come explore Bangkok’s ambiance and join us on a field recording tour across this megacity. Tascam X8 No matter where your creative endeavors take you, the Tascam Portacapture X8 will be there to help you get the most out of them.…
In our first video about the new Tascam X8, we briefly talk about a problem we discovered, our first impression and we answer your question that you had on Instagram and YouTube. Who are we? We’re Libby and Marcel, a full-time traveling couple recording unique sounds around the world! Follow us as we go to…
Field Recordings Record Ambient Sounds It’s fun recording nature noise, places, devices, and other assorted sounds. I always make a recording of the sound I hear from my phone and the recordings. Every season, nature unleashes a new and varied sound composition on Earth, which is made up of a variety of sounds. The sound…
The Art of Recording Ocean Sounds It’s not enough to simply admire ocean waves from the shore. The ocean is a soundscape that deserves your full attention and recording ocean sounds can be as simple as using an iPhone or some basic equipment like a microphone, headphones, and a field recorder. Ocean sounds are incredibly…
This blog post is about how I recorded the sound of fire. Sound recording has always been my passion, and when I was given this assignment for Sound Recording 101, it gave me an opportunity to explore a new type of sound. Sound recordings are typically made in studios with microphones and reverb units to…
Can you make money with field recording and live a lifestyle that allows you to travel the world, have financial freedom, and live a life on your own terms and rules? In this video, we’ll talk all about it…
The sound of the wind is a sound that many people find to be calming and soothing. This sound can also help you focus on something else when it is too noisy around you. Recording the sound of wind can be difficult, but this blog post will show you how to capture this sound without…
In this video, we’re using the Ambient ASF1 MK2 & Ambient ASF2 MK2 and recording new sounds underwater in and around Bangkok! We’re Libby and Marcel, a full-time traveling couple recording unique sounds around the world! Follow us as we go to different destinations, showcasing new audio gear, and providing tips and tricks for field…
There’s something special about the sound of rain. Whether it’s the gentle patter of a spring shower or the heavy rumble of a summer thunderstorm, the sound of rain can be both calming and invigorating. For many people, the sound of rain is the perfect backdrop for relaxation or sleep. However, for others, the sound…
The article talks about the basics of field recording, what you should bring to your new recordings adventures, and how to take care of your sounds once you get them home. When field recording, many people are tempted to use their phone instead of an actual field recorder because it is easier or cheaper. However,…
Can you record high-quality sound effects and ambience with the Zoom H1n? The answer is, YES you can! In this video, we go around Bangkok and I show you how to record with this tiny handheld recorder. Who are we? We’re Libby and Marcel, a full-time traveling couple recording unique sounds around the world! Follow…
I did it. After 28 days I finished the Camino Frances from Saint Jean Pied de Port and across Spain to Santiago de Compostela and this video I show you my real Camino packing list. The main gear we feature in this video! Gregory Backpack Paragon 58 Black Diamond Storm 400 Lumen Light BeeFree Drink…
In this video, we show you all the bags we are using while traveling across the world! We’re Libby and Marcel, a full-time traveling couple recording unique sounds around the world! Follow us as we go to different destinations, showcasing new audio gear, and providing tips and tricks for field recording and sound editing!
Manfrotto Nanopole – Carbon vs Aluminium Best stand for field recording… the Manfrotto Nanopole! Even though this stand is meant for lights it’s nearly perfect for recording sounds. After years of trial and errors, I’ve finally completed my “perfect” sound kit! I’ll share the major differences between the carbon and aluminium versions so you can…
How to Record a Sound Library Recording sounds and sound effects in a hotel room! We wanted to take you behind the scenes and and show you how we are recording for an upcoming sound library for our 60 days, 60 sound libraries challenge! Even though we’re staying in a space of only 200 square…
Make Sound Libraries from Field Recordings For over 3 years, I’ve been recording and creating sound libraries. At this point I’ve been able to publish 350 Bandcamp sound libraries! With all this experience, I wanted to take you behind the scenes of an upcoming library! First I’ll explain how creating a theme has changed how…
Field Recording Mistakes And How To Avoid Them We all make mistakes and I’m no exception! In this video, I break down several important mistakes I’ve made with field recording! From the wrong SD card, poorly written metadata, to unwanted fabric noise and many many more. Also, I address ways to avoid these mishaps.
Best Field Recording Equipment Want to save time with setting up your mics to your boom pole or mic stands? Well, we have something perfect for you to add to your sound equipment set up! Hello, Rycote PCS-Boom Quick Release system! Thanks to a viewer of one of our previous videos, we found out how…
Setting Levels For Field Recording One question I’ve been getting more lately is about how and what are the best levels to set your gain for field recordings? This is a question I don’t have a clear answer which I’ll explain why in this video. With recording sounds full-time the past few years, I’ll share…
How to Become a Field Recordist in 2021 For over three years, we’ve been making a living from our field recording business, Free to Use Sounds. It might surprise you that I had no experience in the sound industry before picking up my first recording in 2017. As a self-taught field recordist, I learned that…
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