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Crystal Clear Audio
How do I get crystal clear audio when doing in-studio(my den:))voice overs? Is it a function of a good mic? My audio is clear, but it doesnt sound like audio quality.
Any suggestions?
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6 Replies
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What mic are you using?
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Cheapie Mic. 30 or 40 dollars
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Hi,
Try identifying the problem by process of elimination; borrow a better quality mic and see if it makes a difference. Certainly the easiest and cheapest way to see if it’s the mic.
Go to the office surplus store and buy 3 used fabric cubicle walls, makes a cheap, moveable “sound booth”.
Marc
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[k-1] “Cheapie Mic. 30 or 40 dollars”
That didn’t really answer my question.
I have some fantasic mics I bought for $15 (used).
Is it dynamic, electret, lav, unidirectional, a “ball mic”, etc.
Most recording studios use “Large diaphram Condensor Mics” for VO in the booth.
If you get one of these, you will certainly be on the right track to better VO.
But “good” VO is probably 60% “voice talent and technique,” 30% “mic quality,” 10% “EQ/compression” .
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And not recording in your den!
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What can make a recording sound muddy is unwanted room reverb.
As mentioned in another post, creating a sound booth can help. The best material is acoustic absorbtion foam. Another option is anything that can absorb sound and minimize reflections: shipping blankets or other blankets, etc. Suspend that around and in front of the talent and that can help make a recording sound crisper.
Dean Sensui — http://www.HawaiiGoesFishing.com
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