Kevin Hilton
FeaturesMagic Mics
From hydrophones to wireless systems, Kevin Hilton looks at some of the most useful and groundbreaking innovations in audio-capture technology
FeaturesVoices to the Stars
Revoicing film and TV shows in post is a major part localising content for international distribution. Kevin Hilton finds out what it takes from the artists involved
FeaturesTV's quiet revolution
Following the introduction of the EBU’s R128 standard seven years ago, loudness complaints have fallen dramatically. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t work still to be done.
FeaturesAudibility: the struggle to be heard
The issue of audibility continues to rear its ugly head. So where in the production and post workflow do the problems occur?
FeaturesMusic rights and licensing
Music licensing is an important area - but is not always covered well on TV production courses. Now music publishers are taking matters into their own hands, writes Kevin Hilton
FeaturesTurn that noise down
Despite the best efforts of location sound recordists and mixers, extraneous noise can sometimes make it to post. Four experts reveal their tools and techniques for getting rid of the unwanted hums, clicks and pops.
FeaturesThe march of the new
It was a year of rapid change in broadcast technology as core systems were overhauled, the cloud became viable and TV got connected - but 3D’s march was slower.