VO Studio Workflow Essentials: Backing Up Basics
Backing up data remains one of those things we talk about but seem to never actually do. Setting up a simple, automated system is vital.
Studio Checkup: Duct Tape and Baling Wire?
When to update your OS? How long should you hang on, using duct tape and baling wire to keep your DAW running? A few thoughts about that...
Dazzling Temptations: Tools in the VO Studio
Every few weeks, it seems that a big-name Effect plug-in goes on sale, causing fervent group discussion threads and private emails. "SuperDuper Vox FX Three is on sale," someone will observe. "Should I get it?"
Twisted Wave Transfer: An Easy Fix – Tuesday VO Tech Tip
As I begin setting things up on the new computer, I'm installing a clean copy of Twisted Wave. Does a new install mean having to redo do all of those helpful keyboard shortcuts I've amassed? Twisted Wave to the rescue!
Stripped and Simple Studio Setup – Tuesday VO Tech Tip
The old aught-nine Macbook Pro has been pastured! Shifting things to a new laptop has perhaps provided the opportunity to strip things down and keep things simple...a good way to proceed.
Device Strategies: Is a Multi-Tool Helpful? – Tuesday VO Studio Tech Tip
I’ve never been a huge fan of multi-tools. Those devices that change from pliers to can openers, saws, screwdrivers, or wire cutters by sliding bits out and folding them around. Ignoring the that fact I manage to pinch my palm or finger any time I use one, those all-in-one “solutions" never seem to provide precisely the correct tool.
VO Studio Computer – A Little Forced Upgrade – Tuesday Tech Tip
Last week, what should have been a simple software update has pretty much forced a hardware expense. My old MacBook Pro laptop which has been hardware limited from newer MacOS updates finally reached the point where key applications are no longer supported. It's finally "upgrade time..."
VO Studio Success from Noticing Differences – Tuesday Tech Tip
Differences matter. Sometimes they are surprisingly small, like the angle of a microphone, a pause or shift of pace focusing listener's attention, or simply recognizing that something doesn’t sound quite right. If you were to ask me a key to finding success in voiceover, I’d have to say its noticing those differences.
Twisted Wave Update: Don’t Use the “S” Word – Tuesday Voiceover Tech Tip
Twisted Wave has brought out a fully functional Windows version... oh, and they changed to a different pricing model. Which I'm fine with...
