Description

Recording sounds at one of Hong Kong’s largest local wet markets

Most tourists passing through Choi Hung are probably heading to the Instagramable “Rainbow Building” backdrop on top of the Choi Hung Real Estate’s parking garage. If these sightseers aren’t on their way to strike a pose in front of a colorful basketball court then they’re leaving the MTR to take a local green bus to Sai Kung. Either way, they’re missing out on the amazing wet market. For me, it was an accident finding this gem!

I was the only foreigner and it’s such a wonderful feeling standing between locals and witnessing their daily life. Even for a brief moment capturing the atmosphere of this unique area will be part of my life forever! Not only did I pay attention to all the sounds, but I also recorded them!

When I relisten to that time and close my eyes I can see everything happening again right in front of me! This market sound library gives you everything you are looking for if it comes to soundscapes of Hong Kong. From the busy indoor wet market to the even busier exterior market, this library is a gem I want to share with you!

Equipment I used to record these market sound effects

For the field recorder, I used the Zoom F6 with USI Pro microphones. I also captured Ambisonic sounds the Zoom H3-VR!

Review & download the metadata here!