CMP Audio Recording & Editing

Question 1

What does a condenser microphone require to operate?

Accepted Answer

Phantom power

Answer

A pop filter

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An amplifier

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A pre-recorded track

Question 2

What is the purpose of a pop filter?

Accepted Answer

Reduce plosive sounds

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Increase bass

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Prevent sibilance

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Block unwanted frequencies

Question 3

Which software is commonly used for audio editing?

Accepted Answer

Audacity

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Photoshop

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Excel

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After Effects

Question 4

What is clipping in audio recording?

Accepted Answer

Overloading input levels

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Using low volume

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Muting channels

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Applying reverb

Question 5

What does the term 'sample rate' refer to in digital recording?

Accepted Answer

Frequency of sampling audio

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Number of tracks

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Loudness range

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Duration of a clip

Question 6

Which microphone pattern is best for capturing a single voice directly in front?

Accepted Answer

Cardioid

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Omnidirectional

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Bidirectional

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Stereo

Question 7

What does 'normalizing' audio do?

Accepted Answer

Sets max volume to a consistent level

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Compresses audio

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Changes pitch

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Adds echo

Question 8

What is a DAW?

Accepted Answer

Digital Audio Workstation

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Digital Audio Web

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Desktop Audio Wrapper

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Data Audio Wavelength

Question 9

Why is acoustic treatment important in a recording studio?

Accepted Answer

To reduce ambient noise and reflections

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To decorate the studio

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To block out all sound

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To store equipment