Speech Units Workshop

A quick and dirty guide to making good recordings in the field.  Doing fieldwork is hard, you are no longer a merely a linguist you need to be an audio engineer too. In this brief talk I will discuss some common mistakes and challenges that can arise when making audio recordings.  We will explore issues like poor microphone placement, background noise, and monitoring levels. 

By the end of the talk, you will have a better understanding of how to produce good-quality audio recordings and be equipped with practical tips to overcome the most common obstacles.