Recording Car Engine & Exhaust Sounds w/ 4 Mics (PART 2)

In this follow up to my first video, I level up with a dedicated audio recorder and 4 external microphones to capture the sounds of engine, exhaust, and cabin. The car is also a step up: my 1968 Mercury Cougar with a 289 ci. V8. Setting it all up is more work, but the results sound really good! Join me on this automotive audio journey.

In the edit, I show how to sync the separate audio recordings with your camera footage. One key point is to make sure your audio recorder is set to a 48k sample rate, to better match up with your video.

If you missed Part 1, certain parts of this will make more sense. Check it out here:    • Recording Car Audio That Actually Sou...  

UPDATE: Part 3 is done! I was able to put together the cinematic sequence that was foretold in the prophecy, which is its own video:    • 1973 Opel Manta A in "Manta On The Mo...  
Then the "making of" which is the final chapter of this "how to" series:    • Creating a Cinematic Driving Sequence...  

EQUIPMENT USED

-Audio recorder (Tascam DR-70D): https://bhpho.to/3tauCAo
-XLR omnidirectional lavalier mics with long cables: (the ones I used are NLA)
-Movo omni lav mics: https://amzn.to/3gVcAQf
-3.5mm TRS Extension cables (20ft is plenty): https://amzn.to/3rBLeQS​
-Stereo Breakout Cable: https://amzn.to/2O5GR2I​
-Suggestion for wind shielding open cell foam: https://amzn.to/2RhulOS
-Gaffer Tape (similar): https://amzn.to/3rCRhVa​

CAMERA SETUP

-GoPro Hero 9 Black
-GoPro 3.5mm mic adapter
-Ulanzi G9-5 metal cage
-RODE Wireless Go (for narration)
-DJI Osmo Car Mount (3 suction cups)

For random project updates and behind-the-scenes, follow me on IG:   / andrewdoescarstuff  

CHAPTERS

0:00 Intro
0:47 Audio Recorder Details & Tips
2:36 Microphones Overview
4:15 Car Intro & Mic Mounting
8:14 Recorder Setup & Sound Check
11:34 Audio/Video Sync Advice
12:24 First Driving Sample - 3 Stereo Sources
13:41 Reviewing First Drive & Adding Engine Mics
17:25 Second Driving Sample - 2 Stereo Sources
18:54 After Drive Sum-Up
19:44 How to Sync Separate Audio/Video Clips & Individual Source Samples
29:10 Bonus Driving Footage
29:50 Conclusion & Part 3 Concept