Here are the answers to the questions that several readers made to Ric Viers during this month. Designing Sound Reader: Hey Ric, i have to say I really admire what you do, not only for the quality of your work but also for the fact that you show a lot of what you do through videos which really helps to find inspiration. Speaking of inspiration, my question is : You seem to … [Read more...]
Ric’s Tips and Tricks: Zoom Recorder Wind Protection
[Ric Viers has prepared a series of quick videos, where he will be sharing some useful tips and tricks for anyone who records sound effects in the field. All the videos were produced directly from the Detroit Chop Shop and will be published exclusively on Designing Sound TV during this month] Today, Ric shares his tips on using a portable recorder, and the importance of … [Read more...]
Ric Viers Special: Creating Sonopedia 2.0!
[Written by Ric Viers for Designing Sound] The problem I’ve always had with sound effects libraries is the “stock” sound effects idea. I’m a big fan of creating your own sound effects. The catch is my primary gig is developing sound effects libraries. Enter my dilemma… Sound effects libraries are necessary. You won’t have the time or budget to gather every sound you need … [Read more...]
Ric’s Tips and Tricks: Color Coding
[Ric Viers has prepared a series of quick videos, where he will be sharing some useful tips and tricks for anyone who records sound effects in the field. All the videos were produced directly from the Detroit Chop Shop and will be published exclusively on Designing Sound TV during this month] Today, Ric shares some tips for organizing your batteries by colors. Watch the … [Read more...]
Ric’s Tips and Tricks: Cable Repair
[Ric Viers has prepared a series of quick videos, where he will be sharing some useful tips and tricks for anyone who records sound effects in the field. All the videos were produced directly from the Detroit Chop Shop and will be published exclusively on Designing Sound TV during this month] Today, Ric shares some tips on cable repair, directly by professionals of the … [Read more...]
Ric’s Tips and Tricks: Cable Management
[Ric Viers has prepared a series of quick videos, where he will be sharing some useful tips and tricks for anyone who records sound effects in the field. All the videos were produced directly from the Detroit Chop Shop and will be published exclusively on Designing Sound TV during this month] Today, Ric shares some tips for dealing with cables. Watch the video on DSTV More … [Read more...]
Ric Viers Special: How To Achieve “Million Dollar” Sound Without A Million Dollars
[Written by Ric Viers for Designing Sound] A few months ago, I was watching an episode of Family Guy. Peter Griffin was up to his usual antics and during one of the scenes, he was crushed by a falling piano. BAM! I scratched my head and hit rewind on the DVR. Sure enough, the piano smash they used was a sound effect that I created for a commercial library. It’s always fun to … [Read more...]