Audio quality is so important! Here are some of the tips that I learned over the years using different types of microphones. Some of those tips may be more appropriate to more experienced instructors who have already recorded at least one course: Learn about the different types of microphones available and determine which one is appropriate for you. A microphone for screencast is going to be different than a microphone for talking head. Using the wrong type of microphone is like using a hammer to drive a screw. The key to good audio is to place the microphone close to the subject. A microphone 6 feet away on top of a camera is going to pick up extra noise, echo, and muffle the voice of the presenter. Learn about levels and how to set them on your device. Learn to verify levels BEFORE recording. Learn how to control background noise. AC, cars, pets, leaf blower. If your device allows it, use headphones to check what the microphone is picking up. Learn about echo and why it happens in a room, and how to mitigate it. Just like video recording, always record the best possible sound straight to your device. Don't plan on using post-production to make major adjustments. Get your settings right the first time and you won't have to worry about it once you upload your files. Audio recording is crucial, but so is video recording. Check out these best practices for shooting videos.
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