“Learn” That VO Software? Tuesday Tech Tip
I don’t really think it’s possible to completely “learn” any software. When you frame things that way, it becomes overwhelming....
Life’s A Batch – Tuesday Tech Tip
Over the years, I’ve developed a simple rule for computers: Don’t watch them work. Set up properly, a Batch Processor automates your voiceover studio workflow. Any time you find yourself repeating steps to more than one file, consider automating that task. Reach for your Batch Processing tool and get back behind the microphone.
Shotgun Mic Shock Mount Isolation In Action
VO Studio Case Study: Isolating a voiceover microphone from rumble and transmitted sounds. Replacing the clip mount on a Sennheiser shotgun mic...
In the VO Studio: What Matters More: Upgrades or Workflow?
We all want efficient VO studio workflow. But it's easy to think we can do so just by getting the newest gear or software upgrade...
VO Studio Acoustics: Seeking Sibilance Solutions
Every voice actor encounters some sibilance when recording. Here are some practical approaches to solving sizzle in the studio...
VO Studio Acoustics: Let’s Get Ready to Rumble! Low Frequency Issues in the VO Studio
Identifying issues in your voiceover recording space is key to getting competitive sound. We usually hear reflections, but it's easy to miss low frequency rumble.
VO Studio Acoustics: Reflecting on Reflections in our Recordings
How do we learn to recognize good sound? We’re surprisingly immune to hearing imperfections in our recording space. Let's track them down...
Buying a New VO Mic: The Winter of Our (Microphone) Discontent
Maybe it’s the season. Perhaps we’re all feeling the long period of self-isolation. You may feel stuck in a creative...
Messing With Mic Patterns – Tuesday Tech Tip
Playing with various microphone pickup patterns can help achieve better overall quality for voiceover. It's worth a quick test.
