Topic: Foley Box

2 chapters across the catalog

Best Exit Strategies
Episode 1786 43:59 - 44:50

1786: Best Exit Strategies

Audio Downmixing and the Foley Box

A technical flaw in streaming boxes like Roku causes 5.1 surround sound to downmix poorly into stereo, resulting in quiet dialogue. The hosts propose a "Foley Box" or a dedicated DSP (Digital Signal Processing) device to fix audio levels for home television users.

Umpty Ump
Episode 1709 3:00:36 - 3:02:13

1709: Umpty Ump

Thunder Box, Sound Effects and End of Show

A demonstration of a "thunder and lightning box" sound effect device highlights the traditional radio production techniques used on the show. The hosts discuss the mechanics of the spring-loaded drum head used to create atmospheric sounds. The segment transitions into the final wrap-up of the episode.