Not being able to record on set — as with live-action movies — is just one challenge faced by pros who reveal how they built their films' fantastical worlds. By Carolyn Giardina Tech Editor While it ...

From the wet squelch of an alien creature to the crisp tip-tapping of a dance scene, filmic aural experiences are created by foley artists. These audio masters use their imagination and technical know ...

Generally, having a good voice means that you have control over your vocalizations, a palatable timbre, good enunciation, solid vocal support, and a clear personality. What counts as good when it ...

How a horror film sends chills through the audience? What makes an animated film go the extra mile when it comes to physics? Each of these examples requires a completely different approach when it ...

There’s a reason digital pianos are so popular: most people either can’t afford the real thing, or they can’t fit them into their homes. Unfortunately, most digital pianos pale in comparison to even ...

Creating an affordable acoustic camera is now achievable with the right blend of accessible technology and open-source software. By using smartphones and budget-friendly equipment, you can replicate ...

For some users, Windows does not assign a sound when opening a folder. This might be a problem if you want to hear when a folder containing an important document or business file has opened. You can ...

As Riz Ahmed's drummer loses his hearing and learns how to live in the new world he discovers in, 'Sound of Metal' sound editor and designer Nicolas Becker blended unique soundscapes to create an ...

There’s nothing quite like the sound of a real grand piano — but these days, digital pianos can get pretty darn close. Unfortunately, the best of them are usually prohibitively expensive and short of ...