[MacDV] Re: Clipping

[James Asherman]

Daniel Beck wrote:

> Jim,
>
> Thanks for your responses.
>
> On Saturday, February 22, 2003, at 01:07 PM, James Asherman wrote:
>
>>> I have another question about audio in FCP. The clip I've imported 
>>> is clipping (pun not intended). It's the only audio source I can 
>>> use. Is there a way to make it more bearable to listen to? Is there 
>>> a way to adjust the gain during capture?
>>
>
>> Well, Given an analog source, I usually run it through a mixer with a 
>> DBX compressor on an over-easy setting in the inserts, and after that 
>> into a sony analog to firewire converter for the final lap into final 
>> cut. This covers (or adds) a multitude of sins. YMMV.
>
>
> Only problem is I don't have that option available. Basically what I 
> can use is the FireWire connection from my camera to my Pismo, FCP, 
> Peak DV, and Amadeus (and an internet connection). Any suggestions 
> within these parameters? Anyone?
>
> Daniel

One more...
You could try recording it into Peak DV and compressing it and tweaking 
the level but if it's distorted onthe tape, it's distorted.

Jim