Controllable Background Noise
by Fred Ginsburg, CAS
Soundmixer Mike Hall discusses some common noise problems encountered on film sets,
breaking them down into situational examples, recommended actions, and even cost factors for
the production company…
Sources of background noise include:
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The Environment (e.g. surf, animals, wind, water)
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Work
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Traffic
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Equipment (e.g. refrigeration, lighting, air-conditioning)
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Film Crew (e.g. base camp, generator, vehicles, footsteps, voices)
Under the above headings, I shall suggest some methods of controlling noise and point out cost
factors that may limit our options.
The Environment
