One of my favourite soundscapes to listen to and record is that of rainforest hills. Rainforest because, well, it's a rainforest! Incredibly biodiverse, dense, lush and full of life. You don't really see a lot but you can hear an amazing variety of sounds. Hills because, unlike a flat, lowland rainforest, the sound is allowed to travel much further (even though not unimpeded).
Read More2020 sound recording expedition to Namibia
… as I approach the tree, I hear an aggressive hiss that instantly transports me back to the present moment. A Horned adder is viciously squirming at the base of the Camel thorn tree. How did I get here? Read on to find out.
Read MoreFree sound effects - Mindful Audio freebies 2020
2020 free sound effects - the Mindful Audio holiday freebies are back!
Read MoreAnswering your field recording questions in one to one sessions
Do you have questions about field recording, expedtion planning, selling sound or other related topics? I might be able to help.
Read MoreZoom F6 field recorder review
When I sold my H4n back in 2013 I swore I’d never get another Zoom device. Fast forward to 2019 and I bought the Zoom F6 recorder, hoping it would be a different experience. Did it disappoint? Read on to find out more.
Read MoreSony PCM A10 long term review
I’ve had the Sony PCM A10 handheld recorder for a little over a year and I even got a second one before my recent trip to Borneo. Does this make it an excellent device, worth spending your money on? Probably not, but read on to find out what it excels at.
Read MoreSony PCM D10 long term review
I’ve had the Sony PCM D10 handheld recorder for a little over a year. I initially thought this was the long-awaited D100 replacement with additional features like XLR input and USB-C connectivity. This wasn’t really the case, but is it still worth getting?
Read MoreInterview for Creative Field Recording
I was recently intereviewed by Paul Virostek for Creative Field Recording. We talked about gear selection for long distance expeditions, focusing when there’s too much to record, dealing with harsh conditions in remote locations, general fieldcraft and even photography.
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