Audio Gear That’ll Instantly Upgrade Your Documentary Sound

What gear can actually improve your documentary sound? More Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRetTs0Osqn0GMRwSsp0iSUlkZTbtH0LC Want to instantly upgrade the sound of your documentaries? In this video, I show the real-world audio gear that can take your doc sound from average to professional. We’ll listen to field recordings from a recent solo documentary shoot in Mexico — using the Sanken CSM-1 shotgun mic and Sanken COS-11D lavalier — and compare them directly to other popular mics like the Sennheiser ME2. Put on headphones and hear the difference for yourself. What you’ll learn: How to choose the right mic for documentary work How the CSM-1 performs on-camera in noisy environments Why the COS-11D lav is worth the investment Tips for solo shooters and sound upgrades that actually matter Whether you’re filming run-and-gun or sit-down interviews, these audio tips will help your next documentary sound clear, natural, and professional. 00:00 - intro 00:55 - Sanken CS-M1 02:04 - Sample 1 - Sanken CS-M1 03:54 - Sample 2 - Sanken CS-M1