SOUND BASICS Continuing from where they left off. Robyn from Sound Composed and David Asomaning continuing to talk about sound in relation to music and beyond. The episode picks up discussing the broadcast standard 48khz 24 bits and why different outputs are required, why Robyn likes to begin work at 96khz then output at 48:24. David explains in detail how it all came about and how his system is set to deliver at 48:24 in order to get the best quality to clients. As both pros output to film, broadcast and other platforms. Zambian pro Edwin calls in to ask for clarification about why the two are talking about 48 rather than 44.1khz. He also explains how many young Zambians may have the ability to provide improved sound services for locals but may not know the science behind the art and how some of the information may go over their heads. David reiterates how that is the reason for this kind of open knowledge share which can help anyone pick up information and both David and Robyn go on to outline the reason they work at higher quality output for their deliverables. David provides additional details to explain how due to bandwidth different online platforms Zambians may deal with like Spotify as an example may have specifications that require 44.1 and their own system them compresses it in to whatever format they use. David talks provides tips about mixing and mastering and avoiding trying to get loudness without peaking and clipping. He offers to demonstrate on a future session for knowledge share. Edwin states that has been a big challenge in Zambia and how knowledge of cutting out unneeded frequencies will be helpful. Robyn explains working from 96khz down to her deliverables at 48khz and then discusses why as an engineer she priotises the ears above all else. She provides an explanation about her preference for good engineers when working on collaborative productions. Everyone deserves a shot to try and see whether they have the ears to be engineers and not necessarily believe that they cannot take on audio works. The two explain their works together in film on scores and sound design where David dubbed them with the nickname the 'Dynamic Duo'. The next episode will dive deeper in to film scores, sound design, mixing and mastering. Not to be missed by pros and future pros alike. CLICK HERE TO GO TO VIDEOS