2 Notes, Hints and T ips
2.5T he importance of checking SDDS masters
Digital machines are usually reliable in use. However they are still prone to errors such as:
§Head errors – age or dirt
§Alignment problems
§Losing sync
§Slipping sync on playback
§Faulty patch leads
§T ape drop outs
§Weird noises from faulty converters or aliasing
I t is therefore vital to listen back to all masters with picture. T his will avoid costly reshooting of negatives. T he master may not be monitored when it is transferred to film as all soundtracks are shot in one pass.
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