Twenty Thousand Hertz Mix Notes: Dumb Farts, Alien Crickets & Junkyard Instruments
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May 14, 2025 Dive into the quirky world of sound design with tales from Hollywood's sound pros. Discover the creative process behind capturing unique acoustics, like the legendary Spruce Goose reverb. Giggle at the creation of infamous fart sounds and an intern’s wild experiences. Explore profound stories that blend humor, business challenges, and even a touch of the supernatural. From historic hangars to everyday absurdities, this journey highlights the art and unexpected joys of crafting sound for film and TV.
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Spruce Goose Acoustic Capture
- Jesse Herrera captured impulse responses from the massive wooden Spruce Goose hangar.
- He created a unique reverb effect available for others to use digitally.
Sound Preserves Space Emotion
- Sound conveys how a space feels emotionally, beyond visual alone.
- Capturing a space's acoustic response preserves its unique character for storytelling.
Silencing Music for Impact
- Daniel Colman removed music briefly during a key Battlestar Galactica scene to highlight a Cylon reveal.
- The silence made the moment striking and earned a strong audience reaction.