[Jacques E. Bouchard]

Mike Rivers wrote in
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Scott Dorsey wrote:

Why is unwanted? The image is clearly of someone outside. So
ambient outdoor noise, as long as it's at a reasonably low level,
adds a sense of realism.

Well, you probably don't want the sound of jet planes or even
automobiles if it's a Wild West scene, or you don't want crickets in
the winter.

Not only that: the mic used to record the actors won't pick up traffic
noise accurately, so instead of hearing passing cars you hear passing
noise. And since they're on the same track as the dialogue, you have no
control over the volume or whether it covers up an actor's line.

It's a bit like having to rely on natural daylight for shooting: you
can't control clouds, and you can't control the setting sun.


jaybee