2 Notes, Hints and T ips
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T he importance of checking SDDS masters
Digital machines are usually reliable in use. However they are still prone to errors such
as:
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Head errors – age or dirt
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Alignment problems
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Losing sync
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Slipping sync on playback
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Faulty patch leads
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T ape drop outs
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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.
