Southeast Sound Guy Posted January 25, 2021 Report Share Posted January 25, 2021 Hello everyone, I was wondering if anyone had insight or guidance as to what they typically do regarding proximity effect considerations for dialogue workflow. I have a few microphones where I have the option of using the proximity rolloff (CMIT 5, MKH-50), but I was interested in hearing whether others use them. I also have a CMC641 but I wasn't sure if it was typical for others to add an additional proximity rolloff during interviews given how close the microphone can be at times (8-10 inches or so). The guidance that I have gleaned from the manufacturers is that it becomes a noticeable issue at distances of about 20" to 24" or less. Some advice from Schoeps suggested that I should use the CMIT 5 proximity rolloff anytime I am less than 30cm (~12 inches). This which makes me wonder if I am getting in too close at times with the CMC641 during interviews. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trey LaCroix Posted January 30, 2021 Report Share Posted January 30, 2021 If there is post I don’t think about it. they have the tools to shape it any way they want. Honestly, if I can get a boom close enough to get proximity effect I’m pretty happy! live broadcast to no-post (ugh) stuff I will EQ the low end a bit to even it out if the mic is too close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVPostSound Posted January 31, 2021 Report Share Posted January 31, 2021 Better some proximity effect than none. Better to subtract than to add with EQ. I can make a Lav sound like a boom more easily than a boom too far away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southeast Sound Guy Posted February 5, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2021 Thanks for the replies on it. I appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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